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The company claims the new colour is in line with the company’s ideals to make the OS more accessible.

Google ditches desserts, names next OS version 'Android 10'

The company also revamped the Android logo and even the old bugdroid mascot.

23 Aug 2019 10:29 AM

The second-generation Nest Mini is also speculated to include a 3.5mm stereo jack, placing it in competition with the Amazon Echo Dot. (Photo: 9to5Google)

Google’s next Nest Mini to be wall-mountable

The purported home speaker will pack a built-in wall mount, improved sound with higher maximum volume and better bass.

23 Aug 2019 8:16 AM

It promises improved 360-degree sound, deeper bass, and up to 12 hours of battery life.

New Bose Portable Home speaker to take on Amazon, Google

By using the wake word for the digital assistant, you can access weather, music, news, and more.

23 Aug 2019 7:41 AM

The Live edits' feature will allow users to view a periodically updated summary of changes in a convenient sidebar.(Photo: AP)

Google Docs gets 'live edits' feature for visually impaired users

The update makes keeping track of edits easier for them.

22 Aug 2019 10:24 AM

An as-you-type auto-correction feature has also been added for improved accuracy. (Photo: ANI)

Gmail will fix your grammar using AI in hastily written emails

The new spelling and grammar correction capabilities for Gmail use artificial intelligence to provide smarter spell-check suggestions.

22 Aug 2019 7:33 AM

Facebook Inc is resisting the state's suggestion on grounds that sharing of 12-digit Aadhaar number, the Biometric Unique Identity, would violate privacy policy of users.

Linking of user profile with Aadhaar: SC agrees to hear Facebook's plea

The top court issued notice to the Centre, Google, Twitter, YouTube and others and sought their response by Sept 13.

20 Aug 2019 12:49 PM

It is hinted at that the new Assistant on the Pixel 4 will use lesser data-collecting features. (Photo: BGR)

Why the Google Pixel 4 will have the edge over the Samsung Galaxy Note 10

The Pixel 4 is set to bring out Google's best in smartphone technology along with some tech that hasn't been seen in phones before.

19 Aug 2019 10:59 AM

Google isn't helping with revenge-porn. (Photo: New York Post)

Google is destroying the lives of countless revenge- porn victims

Google is aware that the women have been tricked, held captive, sexually assaulted and more yet corporate interest dictates indifference.

19 Aug 2019 9:32 AM

Some of the most popular apps among the removed 85 are called Super Selfie, Cos Camera, Pop Camera and One Stroke line puzzle. (Photo: AP)

Google removes 85 adware-infested apps from the play store

Most of the apps were found to be disguised as photography applications and games.

18 Aug 2019 6:07 PM

Users can also do a quick search or sorting via criteria such as author, title, last read, and price.

Google Books beta features go live for testing

One of the experimental beta features is the Custom Shelves which allows users to organise their collection of e-books.

18 Aug 2019 11:35 AM

In a recent blogpost, Google said hijackers routinely attempt to sign in to sites across the web with credentials exposed by third-party breaches. (Photo: Representational Image)

Users risk safety by re-using breached credentials for financial, email accounts: Google

If netizens use strong, unique passwords for all their accounts, this risk disappears, Google said.

16 Aug 2019 6:28 PM

Google is a major cloud computing provider. Its rivals in the market included Amazon and Microsoft. (Photo: Representational)

Employees urge Google not to work with US immigration officials

Google did not immediately reply to a request for comment.

15 Aug 2019 1:04 PM

Simons said in the interview here that breaking up a company is challenging. (Photo: YouTube)

US FTC prepared to break up big tech firms

Senator Elizabeth Warren has vowed to break up Amazon.com, Alphabet Inc’s Google and Facebook if elected US president.

15 Aug 2019 10:58 AM

Republican Senator Josh Hawley questioned if the practice violates the terms of Facebook’s USD 5 billion proposed consent decree privacy settlement with the Federal Trade Commission.

Ireland questions Facebook on transcription of users’ audio

The DPC, Facebook’s lead EU regulator, already has eight individual probes into the US social media giant.

15 Aug 2019 10:25 AM

It was created by Shaivalini Kumar which depicted traditional motifs from Indian textiles evoking the complex yet harmonious "patchwork" of Indian culture, ranging from education, to the arts, to courage and compassion. (Photo: Screengrab)

Google wishes India 73 years of Independence with historic doodle

The tricolour would be hoisted on Thursday across the country with the national anthem being played.

15 Aug 2019 10:00 AM

Berlin-based StepStone GmbH, which operates 30 job websites globally, and another German search service already have taken that step, another person said.

Job portals complain against Google’s job search service

Other job technology firms say Google has restored industry innovation and competition.

14 Aug 2019 12:14 PM

The social media company has been facing broad criticism from lawmakers and regulators over its privacy practices.

Facebook paid outsiders to transcribe users’ audio

Shares of Facebook pared gains after the report and were up 1.66 per cent at USD 188.44.

14 Aug 2019 11:15 AM

Jio would provide free connectivity and cloud infrastructure to start-ups, Ambani said.

Reliance-Microsoft deal raises threat to Amazon, Google in India

The Reliance-Microsoft partnership could help Jio extend its services to India’s booming start-up ecosystem.

13 Aug 2019 10:19 AM

Multiple YouTube channels broadcast the event live. (Photo: ANI)

Russia wants Google to stop advertising ‘illegal’ events

Tens of thousands of Russians staged what observers called the country’s biggest political protest for eight years on Saturday.

12 Aug 2019 10:43 AM

The doodle, illustrated by Mumbai-based guest artist Pavan Rajurkar, had a blue and white portrait of the renowned physicist along with moon, rocket and stars, outlining his association with space programs. (Photo: ANI)

Google pays tribute to ISRO founder Vikram Sarabhai on his 100th birthday

Sarabhai, often known as the father of Indian research program had established the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in 1962.

12 Aug 2019 10:18 AM

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