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Google Cloud Platform to handle Spotify’s infrastructure
Any service is only as good as the infrastructure backing it. Spotify's infrastructure has long been handled by…
New VR headset from Google to expand audience
Declaring virtual reality to be “too important and too powerful a medium to be accessible to only a…
A bidding war could ensue over the NFL’s TNF streaming rights
Earlier this week, the National Football League announced it reached a deal with CBS and NBC to provide…
Google vows to destroy deceptive download buttons
Google has announced plans to expand its Safe Browsing protection tool to prevent users from clicking annoying fake…
Original programming on YouTube premieres next week
When the premium service launched in October, YouTube Red wasn't just about removing advertisements and adding a couple…
White House, Google partner to bring Google Fiber to public housing for free
On Monday, Alphabet's Q4 2015 results showed that Other Bets weren't profitable and the holding company was still…
Alphabet’s Q4 2015 numbers are in: it’s now the most valuable company in the world
Alphabet, the holding company formed by Google in August, was the center of attention on Monday after disclosing…
More than 5 million Google Cardboard viewers have been shipped to date
Proving to you that virtual reality is indeed taking off is Google and its rundown of Cardboard's performance…
Google unveils new security panel for DevTools in Chrome
In case you didn't know, Google prioritizes websites that are the most secure by putting them closer to…
Prior to FOX News debate, Google injects candidates’ content into search results
This Thursday, Google will have a major role in the Republican Party's debate in Iowa. The company agreed…
Google Play Games to lose Google+ requirement in 2016
This may be the year that some significant changes are made to Google's Play Games service.
FOX News, Google come together for next GOP debate
Things are heating up in U.S. politics as November 8, which is Election Day in the country, nears.…
Codenames for HTC’s rumored Nexus devices surface
Yesterday a rumor popped up that HTC would be the manufacturer for this year's Nexus devices. Today, codenames…
Alphabet, other tech firms will engage community for Super Bowl 50
The NFL's biggest event of the year, the Super Bowl, isn't just about attracting millions of eyeballs in…
Google hires a former White House employee to help with policy issues
You are a large company with a few issues, but need congress to pass a few bills, lean in…
Google I/O 2016 is scheduled for May 18-20
The annual developer conference hosted in San Francisco by Google has been scheduled for 2016.
Google wants to stream the NFL’s London games, Apple does too
The National Football League (NFL) sends teams overseas annually to play games in London as a way to…
Google robotics chief heads to Toyota
James Kuffner, the head of Google's robotics division and a part of the original team that worked on…
Google toots own horn with links to apps on homepage
If you have a new smartphone or tablet, whether Android or iOS based, Google hopes you will consider…
Free bubble level tool discovered inside Google Search
A Google employee speaking over on Reddit has revealed a free bubble level tool within Google Search and Google…
[Deal] Google Play’s year-end sale covers all sections of the store
Closing out 2015 with great deals on games, movies, television shows, music, and books is none other than…
Google is testing a new login feature
Google is testing a new feature allowing users to login to their Google account on a PC, Mac…
Google Spotlight Story Special Delivery is a nice YouTube gift for the holidays
If you have not heard of Google's Spotlight Stories platform, then Google hopes you may pay attention to…
Google uses fingers to demonstrate variety in new ad
Google posted two new video advertisements that just like so many others, show off some of the best…
NBC News partners with YouTube to present January’s Democratic presidential debate
This Saturday, ABC News will be hosting a debate featuring candidates from the Democratic Party seeking nomination to…
Google to continue rewards program in 2016 to help keep Drive safe
As big as Google is and with the resources available to devote over 500 software engineers and security…
Templates head to Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides apps
Google brought templates to the web versions of Docs, Sheets, and Slides a few months ago. Now the…
Google adds data-only support to Project Fi, Apple tablets included
When Google launched the service, Project Fi supported just one phone. Project Fi started with the Nexus 6…
[Deal] Want a $20 Best Buy e-gift card? Use Android Pay with your Nexus
Next time you're out for a stroll, stop by any store where Android Pay is accepted and get…
Google rolls out another update to the Google+ web preview
When Google announced they were opening a preview version of the next overhaul to their Google+ social media…
Google’s Pichai enters the fray over immigration policy
In recent weeks several sources have been stoking the flames of intolerance on the coat tails of recent…
Screenshots on Android are now as straightforward as ever
Google is introducing a new way to take screenshots, one that will be accessible to anyone with an…
Google simplifies Drive search to be snappy
Google Drive is turning four years old in April, and if you've been with the cloud storage solution…
Google has a $499 hybrid in the Pixel C
This holiday season, Google has a new tablet for you to consider. The Pixel C debuted earlier this…
Los Angeles and Chicago considered for Google Fiber
The expansion of Google Fiber will continue, this time with larger volume, as the second and third largest…
Andy Rubin eyes return to Android
Andy Rubin, one of Android's co-founders, might be returning to the very industry that he helped shape years…