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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.
Google Fiber’s Achilles’ heel: The cost of doing business with TV studios
Google Fiber just might be the best thing that ever happened to the internet, but it might not…
Google rolls out more image editing options for Google Slides
Google has rolled out some new changes to the Google Slides app for creating presentations. The improvements add…
Google enables MMS for Google Voice for North American carriers
Alex Wiesen, a lead manager with Google's Google Voice team, announced today that MMS support within Google Voice…
Here’s the back of the Nexus 9
I am sure you woke up this fine Monday morning saying to yourself, “Wouldn't it be nice to…
Nexus 9 gets FCC’s Approval
Today the FCC approved the HTC Nexus 9, which has been rumored to be awaiting an October 16th…
Google has seemingly lifted the Play Music deauthorization limit
Over the summer, many Play Music customers ran into an issue where they could no longer deauthorize an…
Google Improves Mobile user experience
Today Google announced a new streamlined mobile version of its search results page in India. This update came…
Google working on creating large displays made of smaller modular screens
Google isn't afraid to tackle tough projects, and it looks like the latest secret invention by the search…
Google reportedly working on new messaging app
When we first saw the mock up for the new Nexus, there was a messaging icon that was…
Cyanogen declines Google’s interest in acquisition, will seek additional funding
Google wants Cyanogen. So does everyone else, but no one will be purchasing the software developer for the…
Moto S could be a Verizon exclusive for the first 2 months
I am still have a hard time believing that Motorola will release a Moto S so close to…
Alleged Nexus 6 caught in the wild
Today, an image of the Nexus 6 was captured showing the handset roaming (or riding a bike) out…
Google Apps gets a business-grade phone system thanks to Switch.co
Google has been pushing for growth in the enterprise world, but the lack of a voice phone system…
New video shows more refinements to Android L UI
Earlier in September some images leaked that showed some tweaks to the Android L interface that appear to…
Google keeping a close eye on All Access, YouTube’s music streaming service is “weeks” away
Reports and rumors have been swirling about the changes Google would be making to music streaming service All…
Drive for Education is Google’s “21st century backpack for students”
The reach of Google's productivity suite is extending to students. Today, the company announced Drive for Education. It…
Google now listing price ranges for in-app purchases in Play store [Update: Developer addresses too]
As they indicated in an announcement a couple weeks ago, Google has started listing price ranges for in-app…
Nexus 6 will be made by Motorola, QHD display and Moto X-like design included
Next month is shaping up to be a promising one for Google. The company is expected to unveil…
Google requiring expanded presence of its apps for Android manufacturers
When an Android manufacturer wants to include Google applications on devices, they must sign the Mobile Application Distribution…
Google Removes Mandatory G+ Sign-up for new Gmail Accounts
If you've made a Gmail account, you know the struggle of having to sign up for Google Plus…
The Play Store could start listing in-app purchase price ranges later this month
You probably have noticed that many apps in the Play Store have “offers in-app purchases” listed near the…
Google’s “Active Watching” Patent gets Mixed Responses
Google's progress in the world of voice activation has been ground-breaking and exciting, giving users the chance to…
Tim Cook’s new privacy statement for Apple jabs Google
New hardware and software isn't all Apple has launching this week. Tim Cook, the chief executive officer, personally…
Former Qualcomm executive takes the lead role of Google Fiber
To take charge of its burgeoning internet and television service, Google has selected someone with expertise in operations…
Google’s Material Design takes home the Gold Prize at the User Experience Awards 2014
Material Design was introduced at Google I/O, and we all fell in love with it instantly. It's by…
Google looking into utilizing drones to provide internet access in remote areas
As 2014 nears its end and the new year approaches, it is very clear that 2015 will be…
Get answers to your questions much faster in Chrome for Android with hidden experimental feature
By now you have noticed that whenever you start typing a query in Google, auto-suggestions appear below. If…
After departure of project lead, Google’s Android@Home may be in trouble
A new report from The Information claims several changes have occurred inside Google's walls involving the Android@Home project.…
Google officially launches Android One, the smartphone for the next 5 billion
Google introduced Android One at Google I/O and told us to expect the launch soon. Today is that…
Developer Update of Chrome OS Includes Google Drive Chromecasting
If you're a Chrome OS user with videos stored in Google Drive, you may be in luck. The…
Is Polar the best acquisition announced by Google?
Spend any time on the web's social networks and you are bound to run across a poll. While…
Google announces first batch of Android apps compatible with Chrome OS
In June, Google emphasized that Android is now powerful enough to operate devices in many different form factors…
Google Adds Free Voice Calling to Hangouts App
Google Hangouts is receiving an update to bring voice calling to hangouts in addition to video calls. The…
NVIDIA confirms what we already knew, the HTC-made Nexus 9 is coming soon with a Tegra K1
If you have the time, you can always find something interesting combing through legal documents. The Bright Side…
Is there a compelling reason to buy an Android smartphone now that the iPhone 6 is upon us?
In case you were living under a rock, you probably know by now that the iPhone 6 and…
Google officially launches Voice integration in Hangouts
Its been in the rumor mill for a long time, and to some extent has already begun, but…