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Google Launches Free App Of The Week Section On Play Store
Google’s Play Store now has a section for premium apps that are free for the week.
Google, Facebook, Other Social Media Companies May Be Prosecuted For Hosting Extremist Content, Report Says
British ministers may soon enact a law to prosecute several social media sites for hosting extremist content, the Telegraph reported Friday.
Hangouts SMS, GChat Dead: Google Kills Products In Favor Of Hangouts, Android Messages
Google announced numerous changes to G Suite, including the removal of SMS support for Hangouts and the replacement of Google Talk. Gchat will stop working soon, as users will be asked to used Hangouts only.
Google, Howard University Launch Program For Black Students
The tech giant unveiled a program Thursday that will see black software engineers from “historically black colleges and universities” studying at the Google campus.
Half Of Google Android Devices Didn't Get A Security Update In 2016
Google improved how quickly security updates get pushed to major Android smartphones, but found room for improvement on other Android devices.
‘Call Of Duty: Infinite Warfare’ Zombies Teases Hint At New Character In DLC 2
‘Call Of Duty: Infinite Warfare’ Zombies is getting a new chapter soon, and its director at Infinity Ward is in full tease mode. Check out these tweets that seemingly relate to new characters and story beats.
Military Photo Scandal Update: More Naked Pictures Shared By New Marines United 3.0
A report showed Marines United had taken on a new form and had persisted despite a military investigation.
Microsoft Takes On Apple, Google; Partners With Toyota For Connected Cars
The tech giant announced a patent licensing deal with Toyota on Wednesday.
Google Search's 'Recent' Feature Will Give Users Option To See Or Reject Their Older Searches
The company has been testing the feature over the last couple of months, according to Android Authority.
Google Photos 2.11 Update Makes Backups, Sharing Of Photos Faster
Google Photos 2.11 will backup lower resolution photos first when a user is on a slow connection.
YouTube Extremist Content Issues: Verizon, AT&T, Guardian, Johnson And Johnson Pull Ads, Content Creators Protest
Many companies have pulled their ads off YouTube for appearing alongside extremist and derogatory content.
Best Password Managers: Security Flaw Found on LastPass On Chrome, Firefox
Two vulnerabilities discovered in password manager LastPass by a Google security researcher, including one that would allow an attacker to steal a user's passwords, have been fixed.
Google Duo Getting Audio-Only Calling Feature That Doesn’t Eat Up Data
Google just announced that its video-calling app Duo will be getting an audio-only calling feature in the coming days.
Scammer Tricked Two US Tech Companies Into Wiring $100 Million, Officials Say
A Lithuanian man tricked two U.S. companies into wiring $100 million, authorities say.
Google's News & Weather App Will Soon Show 200 More Articles
The update to the Google News & Weather app will be rolled out to Android and iOS users in the next few days.
Google Search App Updated: News, Restaurants, Popular Tools And Other Shortcuts Added
The tappable shortcuts will be available on the Google App for Android and iOS and Google.com on mobile web.
Election Hacking: Google To Help Protect Against Cyber Attacks On Elections
Google and its sister company Jigsaw are offering election organizations around the world free cybersecurity protection to help ensure the integrity of their elections.
Android O Features: How To Download Google’s Developer Preview Software
Google is sharing its upcoming operating system with Android developers.
Google 'Offensive' Content: New Systems For Advertisers Announced To Avoid Bad Placement
After ads appeared on extremist YouTube videos Google decided to change its systems.
Google Parent Alphabet Inc. Reportedly Appoints New VP To Help Tackle Self-Driving Regulation
Tekedra Mawakana has previously handled policy at eBay, Yahoo and AOL.
Android 7.1.2 Nougat OS Beta Rolled Out For Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel C, Nexus 5X And Nexus 6P
The new update will bring features such as UI improvements and fingerprint gestures.
Amazon Kindle iOS App Updated For ComiXology Suport
The iOS version of the Amazon Kindle app received support for Guided View browsing in an update and made it easier to read comics on the go.
YouTube Advertising Issues: Google Apologizes For Putting Ads On Offensive Content
Google apologized for placing advertisements from major advertising firms and government organizations on extremist content on YouTube in Britain.
Android 7.1.2 Features: Beta 2 Changelog Includes Fingerprint Scanner Gesture For Nexus 6P
The Android 7.1.2 Nougat beta 2 software is now available.
Google Maps Beta Update: Notifications Can Keep Track Of Where You Parked Your Car
Google Maps will soon be able to notify where you parked so you don't have to wander around in search of your parking spot.
Facebook F8 2017: Company Might Showcase VR, AR Offerings At Event
The company is expected to showcase hardware developed by its Building 8 division at the annual event.
Google's Guetzli Algorithm: JPEG Files To Become 35% Smaller
With the new JPEG encoder, the idea is to reduce the uploading time and data costs for mobile users, without compromising on image quality.
Why Is Uber President Jeff Jones Quitting? Another Executive Exits Amid Sexism, Sexual Harassment Scandals
The departure comes as the third in recent months amid the company's spate of controversies in 2017.
Google Daydream Gets 'Eclipse: Edge Of Light' As Exclusive Game
White Elk Studios has released the first trailer for "Eclipse: Edge of Light" and revealed that the virtual reality game is a Google Daydream exclusive.
Google Easter Eggs: If You Open 100 Incognito Tabs On Chrome App, You Might Find A Surprise
Have a bad habit if opening too many tabs? Google has a surprise for you.