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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.
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…
Google releases new Android Wear video just in time for all the masses interested in a smartwatch
Google has released another video in their be together.not the same. campaign today titled Android: Wear what you…
Google’s new wireless plan might only be compatible with the Nexus 6
Well here's a Debbie Downer for today. Google's new wireless MVNO plan could be announced in a few…
Rumour: Android 5.1 Lollipop to roll-out to Nexus 7 (2013) later this week
If you're a Nexus 7 owner, the euphoria of having Android 5.0 Lollipop installed on your device probably…
Latest version of Hangouts introduces refreshed contact cards [APK Download]
Right now, an update is being pushed to the Hangouts app for Android devices that brings with it…
Google posts new Selfie Slam Android commercial
Google has released their latest Android commercial, titled Selfie Slam. If you've ever wanted to see an extremely…
Google rethinks Mountain View campus with new proposal
Certain locations are synonymous with companies headquartered there — Redmond (Microsoft), Cupertino (Apple), Mountain View (Google). While Microsoft…
Rumour: The 2015 Nexus phone could be made by a Chinese manufacturer
It's a little early for Nexus season, but here we have a leak hinting at the next manufacturer…
Google Classroom introduces themes and mobile app improvements
Making the Classroom experience more unique, Google has provided themes for teachers and their students. Teachers can go…
Google Calendar for Android gets a new ‘week view’ feature
The Gmail team has just announced an update for the Google Calendar app on Android. This update brings…
Google Glass 2 prototypes already in the hands of select partners
I know many people think Google Glass is dead, but trust me it isn't. The closing of the…
New Google Now card shows ‘Gas stations on your route’
Next time you are on the road and in need of gas, cue Google Now for assistance. Select…
Google Search displays most relevant content from a single source
The next time you fire up Google Search on a mobile device, take a good look at the…
Google Docs for Android gets improved Office Compatibility Mode
Starting today, users of the Google Docs app will see an update arrive in the Play Store. The…
Beta channel for Android WebView open to Android 5.0 Lollipop devices
Many were concerned with Google's decision to unbundle WebView from the core system starting with Android 5.0 Lollipop.…
Mattel brings VR to the newest View-Master, based on Google Cardboard
Mattel and Google held a little event this morning in New York City, and as expected, they unveiled…
Google Maps lane guidance reaches 15 new European countries
Google's beloved Maps service recently had its 10-year birthday. It's been a long road, if you pardon the pun,…
Google I/O 2015 set for May 28-29 in San Francisco
It seems like every year Google alternates between May and June with Google I/O. Last year it was…
Paramedics use Google Translate to communicate with Congolese woman while delivering baby
When you think of Google Translate, you might thinking that it's great for finding the nearest restroom or…
New app for Project Tango shows off 3D drawing and depth capabilities
Project Tango still has a long road before it will be publicly available, but thanks to some early…
Is there a doctor in the house? Google Search now highlights relevant medical information
Admit it! We have all felt certain symptoms and went straight to Google to find out what it…
New version of Google Play Music incoming: updated slideout menu and minor fixes [APK Download]
On Wednesday's, Google enjoys pushing updates to its applications. The introduction of Android 5.0 Lollipop has brought a…