Breaking up Google to restore search competition is on the table, says DOJ
Google says the proposals are taking things too far
Google ordered to overhaul Android app store in landmark antitrust ruling
The tech giant plans to appeal
Why it matters: The ruling has the potential to reshape the mobile app market, offering new opportunities for developers and possibly lowering prices for consumers. It could also set a precedent for how app stores operate in the future, potentially influencing similar cases against other tech giants, such as the ongoing dispute between Epic Games and Apple over the iPhone maker's App Store policies.
Android's latest security feature will lock out devices when detecting "motion associated with theft"
The phone will quickly lock upon detection, keeping your data safe
Google Pixel 9a might launch early to compete with the iPhone SE 4
Pixel 9a is expected to be slightly larger, powered by the Tensor G4 SoC, and run Android 15
You can now speak to Google Lens for more specific results
Google Lens now allows users to ask questions while capturing an image or video, delivering more specific search results. This voice interaction can also generate an AI overview based on the context of the inquiry.
EU demands information on content algorithms from YouTube, Snapchat, and TikTok
They have barely six weeks to comply
Gmail's new summary cards help users track purchases, events, and more
Why it matters: Google is constantly tinkering with Gmail to make it more productive and useful. Its most recent effort is an update to the summary cards feature, which will now offer real-time information about events, bills, and other important matters. It's a handy addition to email boxes that are increasingly overflowing with junk and marketing messages – an environment, in other words, where important information can easily get lost.
Google Japan unveils double-sided Möbius strip keyboard
208 hot-swappable MX switches with per-key RGB lighting
Epic Games sues Google and Samsung alleging collusion to block Play Store alternatives
"Allowing this coordinated illegal anti-competitive dealing to proceed hurts developers and consumers"
AI bots can now solve those pesky traffic light Captchas with 100% accuracy
ML model can emulate human mouse movements and fool captchas with fake browser history
Max taps Google's AI for enhanced closed captions
AI-generated closed captions will be faster and cheaper to produce
YouTube Premium is hiking prices across Europe, Asia, and South America
US prices remain unchanged, at least for now
Necro Trojan resurfaces on Android, infects 11 million devices via popular apps
The latest version has new features and infiltration methods
Google TV Streamer receives praise from reviewers as a Chromecast replacement
The Google TV Streamer, with its new SoC, more RAM and Ethernet port, offers a significant hardware upgrade compared to the old Chromecast. Reviewers are calling it the best streamer on the market for most users.
Android versions used to be named after dessert foods. They were also released...
Android 1.0 was released in September 2008 under the codename "Alpha," perhaps unsurprisingly, v1.1 was titled "Beta."
Google's advertising monopoly is threatening the future of the open web
Experts warn that a Google victory would continue to stifle smaller online businesses
Drones set to expedite blood sample delivery between London hospitals
It will be one of the first times this service is used in a dense urban environment
Google rolls out Android tablet desktop mode in developer preview
Improving productivity with apps running in their own windows
Android apps can now block usage if sideloading is detected
A new API, if leveraged, will force users to use Play Store versions instead
A hot potato: Apple's infamous "walled garden" approach is often cited as an example of limiting consumer freedom, but it seems the Android ecosystem is erecting restrictive fences as well. The most recent development in this direction is Google supercharging its Play Integrity API to give developers more power to block apps installed outside the Play Store.
Nevada will use Google's AI to help decide if people should receive unemployment benefits
What could possibly go wrong?
A hot potato: In the latest instance of generative AI being used for something that AI probably shouldn't be used for, Nevada is set to become the first state to use the technology to make recommendations on unemployment benefit appeals. Since these systems are prone to errors, bias, and hallucinations, there are understandable concerns about the move. The fact that courts may not be able to overturn rulings made on the basis of an AI's mistake is compounding these fears.
Google has started to delete inactive Gmail accounts, but it's easy to avoid
All in the name of enhanced security
Google Pixel Watch 3 first reviews are in: Third time's the charm
The Pixel Watch 3 now offers a larger 45mm size, improved battery life, and enhanced health and fitness capabilities. Reviewers suggest it's finally becoming the Apple Watch for Android users.
US government takes Google to court over $31 billion digital ad monopoly, trial starts today
Google recently lost a separate landmark case against the DoJ over its search monopoly
YouTube gives parents enhanced tools to monitor teens' online activity
Mutual control based on a "trust, but verify" principle
