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News and information for the company behind Android, Google. Latest news regarding Google inrelation to the Android platform and other mobile based products and projects.
Dropcam successor from Nest inbound according to FCC documents
Nest is holding a press conference on June 17th, and it's looking increasingly likely that they'll announce their…
Google working on new interface for Play Store in web browser
Thanks to a sharp-eyed user on Reddit, we have some screenshots showing what appears to be an updated…
Disconnect.Me dispute with Google over Play Store leads to antitrust complaint in Europe
As Google continues to deal with the European Commission over a variety of claims that the company has…
[Deal] Google celebrates ‘Dads and Grads’ with Nexus 6 discount and Nexus 9 bonus
Right now, the Google Store has promotions running for both the Nexus 6 and Nexus 9.
Google announces Android Pay, its replacement for Google Wallet
One of the big things we've expected to hear about at Google I/O 2015 has been Android Pay,…
Google opens up code for Chrome for Android
Google's Chrome for Android development team has announced the mobile version of the Chrome browser is now “almost…
Android 5.1 Lollipop is finally rolling out to the Nexus 9
Nexus 9 owners have had a rough time of it, besides being seemingly ignored when it came to…
Download and manually install Android 5.1.1 on the Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi, Nexus 7 (2012) Wi-Fi, and Nexus 10
Google began pushing the Android 5.1.1 update to the Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi, Nexus 7 (2012) Wi-Fi, and…
Google Now card now drops you a notification when an item you looked for goes on sale
Google Now has received several updates over the past few months, bringing along some much needed changes. The…
Say goodbye to the Nexus 7 as Google pulls listing from store page
The Nexus 7 was Google's initiative to kick start affordable, well-performing 7-inch Android tablets. The first N7 was…
Retirement of old API results in Google TV versions 1 & 2 losing access to YouTube app
YouTube is an app that many of us take for granted, it seems to be available on virtually…
Google Wallet balances to get FDIC protection
If you use Google Wallet and keep a balance of funds available in your account, Google is taking…
Google Play Service 7.3 update brings trusted places UI [APK Download]
Google has updated their Play Services app to version 7.3 with a few new features, notably one adding…
Chrome for Android updated to version 42, brings new site notifications
Google has updated the Chrome application to version 42, bringing a couple new features and some performance improvements.
Google issues internal memo to employees over EU antitrust lawsuit
It's old news that the European Union has been investigating Google over antitrust claims that their dominance in…
Eye-tracking could be included when Google Glass is reintroduced
Discovered in the files of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is an item from Google…
Chrome OS to get support for Camera RAW files
The latest promotional video for Chromebooks was all about being ‘for everyone, everywhere'. It has long been said…
Google’s Designed for Families program spotlights family-friendly apps and games
There are so many audiences being catered to with Android, but Google will be applying a new focus…
Google’s Android One program hasn’t had a major impact on emerging markets
Google initially launched their ambitious Android One program to get low cost devices in the hands of as…
Project Tango Price Cut in Half, to become Available for More Users
If you've been waiting for your very own Project Tango (and you already have an invitation), now is…
WSJ: Google has a small research team working on future battery technology
According to a report published by The Wall Street Journal earlier today, Google has a group of researchers…
Chromebook Pixel (2015) heads to the United Kingdom on April 21 for £799
At the end of this month, people in the United Kingdom can purchase the upcoming Chromebook Pixel (2015).…
Complete Star Wars movie collection coming to Google Play on April 10
Star Wars has been one of the most popular movie franchises in history, but one thing it lacked…
[APK Download] Gmail update brings a unified inbox and better searching
Google has updated their Gmail application, bringing a handful of useful new features on board. The biggest new…
Google taking Niantic Labs’ Ingress to television
Roaming the world are seven million people that play Ingress, an augmented reality multiplayer game developed by Niantic…
Google Play Newsstand adds support for Austria, Belgium, Ireland, and Turkey
Content offered in the Play Store can be limited depending upon which country you reside in. Anyone in…
Android Auto is finally here, official app is now available in Google Play
After nearly a year from it's official introduction, Android Auto is finally available. Last week brought the first…
Google X’s Astro Teller admits that Glass was not ready
Prior to the shutdown of the Glass Explorer program, Google X's Astro Teller explained that wearables are not…
Google’s interactive cards head to YouTube videos
Interactive cards are a recurring feature among various apps and services produced by Google. They offer more information…
Google is working on an open API for Google Now that developers can bake in to their apps
So, Google Now is a pretty handy app, isn't it? With its ability to turn our search and…
“Add to home screen” banner will soon be coming to websites in Chrome for Android
Google's Chrome Android app currently has a feature that lets you create pseudo-app shortcuts to your favorite web…
DIY Chrome App Builder launches on the Chrome Web Store
Google has launched a unique little tool on the Chrome Web Store that will allow you to quickly…
Google Messenger updated with GIF support and new widget
Right now, users of the Google Messenger app are seeing a software update arrive on their devices. The…
Google releases reference sample to show how apps can work on multiple devices
Since last summer, we have seen Android makes its way to new form factors. The operating system now…
Google Play Store updated to v5.3.6 [APK Download]
With every new release of the Android operating system come updates to all of its major components. A…
Google Now cards officially start showing up with latest Pandora update
Pandora's latest app update is bringing a pretty useful new feature, especially for those of you that frequently…