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Tech In 2017: This Year's Biggest Product Fails, Scandals And Breaches
This year brought the iPhone X and other major products, but the tech industry also saw some embarrassing fails. Here's a list of tech scandals and products that didn't take off.
How To Spot Fake Apps, What To Delete If You Download One
Fake apps could allow hackers to steal a user's money or a person's identity. Here's how to spot them on the app store and what to do if you download a fake app.
YouTube's New Music Streaming Service Called Remix Could Launch In March 2018
Warner Music Group has reportedly signed on with YouTube for its new music streaming service.
BlackBerry Messenger For Android Update Changes, New Features Explained
A new update for BlackBerry Messenger for Android is currently rolling out.
#MeToo Petition Says Siri, Alexa Should ‘Shut Down Sexual Harassment’
People are calling on Amazon and Apple to reprogram their voice assistants to "shut down sexual harassment."
Waze, Google Maps Send California Residents Straight Into Wildfires
Some navigation apps sent people in California trying to void wildfires straight to the flames.
Google Lets Celebrities Answer Popular Searches About Themselves In Selfie Videos
Starting today, popular search queries about certain celebrities will return selfie-style videos where the celebrities themselves answer your questions.
Google Santa Tracker: How To Play Holiday Game Before Christmas Eve
Google has opened up Santa's Village before he starts delivering gifts on Christmas Eve. The countdown includes games, learning tools and other fun activities before the Santa Tracker feature launches. Here's how to play.
Google Removes Chrome Apps From Web Store, Shifting To Progressive Web Apps
With the removal of apps from Chrome, Google plans to bring Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in mid-2018 to bring app-like features to desktop websites.
Holiday Tech Deals On Samsung Tablets, Apple MacBooks, iPad, Google, More
Here's a list of price cuts on Apple and Samsung devices this holiday season.
Google Completely Removing YouTube Support From Amazon's Echo Show, Fire TV
Google has pulled YouTube support from the Amazon Echo Show, while its service on the Fire TV will only work until Jan. 1, 2018.
Google's Files Go Storage Manager App Now Available To All Users
Google's Files Go app will be able to suggest photos, videos, documents or apps to delete to free up memory from an Android phone.
Google Launches Android Oreo (Go Edition) For Low-End Smartphones
Originally announced as Android Go, Android Oreo (Go edition) is an optimized version of the Android operating system designed to run on smartphones that only have 512MB to 1GB of RAM.
Google’s December Security Patch Prevents Attackers From Exploiting KRACK Vulnerability
Google is rolling out a security update that fixes the KRACK vulnerability on Nexus and Pixel devices.
Netflix Redesigning Android App’s UI; Update Hitting Play Store Soon
Netflix is reportedly in the process of updating its Android app with a redesigned UI.
YouTube Child Abuse Videos Prompt Google To Hire Thousands Of Moderators
Youtube seems to be taking a firm stand to curb inappropriate content on its platform.
Machine Learning And Big Data Know It Wasn’t You Who Just Swiped Your Credit Card
The end-of-year shopping whirlwind is underway. How does your credit card issuer watch out for fraudulent purchases on your account amid all those transactions?
Did Best Buy Leak Google Home Max’s Release Date?
Best Buy's product listing for the Google Home Max revealed that the smart home speaker might be released on Dec. 11.
Google Maps On iPhone X Gets Much-Needed Update, Here's What's New
iPhone X users had been asking Google for weeks to update its Google Maps app. Here's what's new.
How To Use Less Cellular Data: Google's Datally App Is Here To Help
Google has released a new app called Datally that is designed to help users cut back on mobile data usage.
Huawei Daydream VR Headset Might Arrive Soon As Controller Appears In FCC
The Huawei-branded Daydream VR controller appeared in some FCC documents, which include a manual showing some of the device’s features.
Who Is Andy Rubin? Essential Phone Chief Takes Leave After 'Inappropriate Relationship'
Andy Rubin, the founder of smartphone manufacturer Essential and a former executive at Google, left his company after a report of an alleged inappropriate relationship.
YouTube Introduces 30-Second Stories Feature Called 'Reels'
YouTube is jumping on the Stories bandwagon by allowing creators to make 30-second videos for their fans called Reels.
Google Patents Laptop Device With Detachable Dual Touchscreen Displays
Google's new concept laptop features two touchscreen displays that can be detached from one another and function as independent tablets.
Google Discovers New Android Malware Called Tizi
The malware is classified as a spyware, meaning it could access data in your device.
New Android 8.1 Developer Preview Activates Pixel 2’s Visual Core Chip
The latest developer preview for Android 8.1 activates Google's dormant Pixel Visual Core chip found inside the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.
Google Might Be Developing A 'YouTube Edition' Android Phone
Google could be working on a mid-range Android phone with unique features that make it easier for users to browse and watch videos and connect with YouTube creators.
Hallucination Machine Uses Google AI, Gives Magic Mushroom-Like 'Trip' Without Drugs
Using Google's DeepDream software and a virtual reality headset, a team of scientists have built a device called the Hallucination Machine that "trips" you out without any drugs.
Cyber Monday: Price Discounts On Tablets, E-Readers, Echo Devices, Apple Gadgets, More
List of tech gadgets you should watch out for on Cyber Monday, including discounts on Amazon, HP, Apple and Samsung devices.
Cyber Monday: eBay, Target, Walmart Deals On TVs, Smartphones, Game Consoles, More
Price discounts on smartphones, TVs and game consoles to watch out for on Cyber Monday from Target, Walmart and ebay.