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Google Search may become less useful for trip planning, thanks to the DMA
By Brady Snyder published
Back to basics Google is testing removing more trip-planning features in Search to appease comparison sites in the EU.

Google adds 'premium' tier to its Developer Program costing $299 per year
By Brady Snyder published
Developer options The expensive membership nets you Google Cloud credits, one-on-one consultations, and more.

Google Calendar for Android finally adds a dedicated Tasks view
By Jay Bonggolto published
Task-focused view You can now see your Tasks lists right in Google Calendar on Android.

The Wear OS 5.1 preview is now available — and it's based on Android 15
By Brady Snyder published
New features Google released the Wear OS 5.1 preview for developers, and it's surprisingly Android 15-based.

Google app for iOS now adds Search links to third-party websites unless they opt-out
By Brady Snyder published
Intrusive or innovative? Web publishers can opt out via a provided form, but changes might not take effect for up to 30 days.

Here's how Google will help you score Black Friday deals with Shopping, Lens, and more
By Brady Snyder published
Deal hunting Google wants to give you a few ideas about how to use its service to get Black Friday and Cyber Monday steals.

How to remove your personal information from results on Google
By Christine Persaud published
Be in control of your information You can easily search for what information is on the internet about you and request to remove any results that show private and personal details.

Google shamelessly keeps trying to take credit for Apple adding RCS
By Brady Snyder published
Really, Google? RCS on iPhone might not be as helpful to Android as Google thinks it is.

Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3.1 rolls out ahead of expected December launch
By Brady Snyder published
Bug fixes Android 15 QPR1 is almost here, and Google's still tinkering with it down to the wire.

Google reveals the top-watched shows and movies on Google TV in 2024
By Brady Snyder published
Streaming sensations Curious to know which was the top Freeplay channel? Google's ready to share that, too.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau finalizes rule to supervise apps like Google Wallet
By Brady Snyder published
Watchdog Big tech companies ended up creating "critical financial tool," hence why the CFPB wants oversight.

Android 16 could go 'even dimmer' in a more convenient way for users
By Nickolas Diaz published
Changes for Convenience Google was spotted reworking its "Extra Dim" feature in Android 16 Developer Preview 1.

Google reportedly cancels development of future Pixel Tablet models
By Nickolas Diaz published
Cancelled already? Reports surfaced, claiming Google has cancelled a future Pixel Tablet, codenamed "Kiyomi."

Google calls out the DOJ for its 'extreme' plan to break up its search business
By Jay Bonggolto published
heavy-handed approach Google slams the DOJ's over-the-top proposal.

Google's Android 16 release schedule shakeup is all about helping its competitors
By Brady Snyder published
Even playing field It'll be easier for Android's partner OEMs to ship timely updates and line up releases with new products.

Google Messages could have a native backup tool in its future on Android
By Nickolas Diaz published
Stored safely away Google is tipped to have a backup/restore function in development for Messages.

Google is giving Windows on Arm some more love with a native Drive app
By Jay Bonggolto published
small win One of the leading cloud storage services is now on Windows on Arm.

Android 16 has a new trick to put a damper on annoying app pings
By Jay Bonggolto published
notification time-out Android 16's notification timeout will bring some much-needed peace and quiet.
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