Internet — Google — February 2nd, 2026

Forget Google Search: I found a search tool that doesn't track me or push AI - and it gets better
YaCy is fully private and can be installed on Linux, Mac, and Windows PCs. Here's my experience so far, and how to use it yourself.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 31st, 2026

Botnet smashes DDoS traffic record, equivalent to streaming 2.2 million Netflix 4K movies at once — 31.4 Tb/s attack was large enough to take entire countries offline
Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks have become an unfortunate routine part of the modern internet, with botnets of compromised devices spreading ever wider. Unfortunately, the scale and frequency of those attacks have also been rising. The Aisuru-Kimwolf botnet recently smashed its previous record, hitting 31.4 Tb/s in December. To put it into perspective, that's bandwidth enough to stream nearly 2.2 million Netflix 4K movies at once.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 30th, 2026

Google Is Accused of Burying $700M Settlement Emails — They're Landing in Spam Folders
Some eligible users for Google's $700 million Play Store antitrust settlement report that official payout notices are landing in Gmail spam folders, potentially causing people to miss the claim entirely. While this may be a filtering error rather than intent, the issue has raised suspicions given the lawsuit's focus on Google's alleged monopoly practices—and payouts for individuals are expected to be under $10 anyway.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 19th, 2026

Don't like Google's AI answers? Here's how to get rid of them
Are you tired of AI summaries in Google Search? Want the search results to look like they used to? Here are some tricks you can use.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Google Veo 3.1 Updates Promise Even More Realistic AI-Generated Video
Google's recently released Veo 3.1 AI video generation model has received a significant new update, promising even better, more realistic AI-generated video.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 9th, 2026

Google Photos Might Soon Let You Schedule Your Backups
Google is reportedly revamping its backup settings page with Material 3 Expressive UI. However, the biggest change is reportedly the inclusion of Backup schedule feature. This most-requested feature could let you schedule when your photos backup. Users may set a specific time or set a time frame, like daily, weekly, or monthly.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Google: Don't make "bite-sized" content for LLMs if you care about search rank
Google says creating for people rather than robots is the best long-term strategy.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 8th, 2026

Gmail adds new AI features, turning it into a personal assistant
More artificial intelligence is being implanted into Gmail as Google tries to turn the world's most popular email service into a personal assistant that can improve writing, summarize far-flung information buried in inboxes and deliver daily to-do lists.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gmail debuts a personalized AI Inbox, AI Overviews in search, and more
Google has unveiled a new AI Inbox for Gmail that's designed to provide a personalized overview of your tasks and keep you informed about important updates. Gmail is also launching AI Overviews in search and a Grammarly-like "Proofread" feature. Additionally, Gmail is bringing to all users several AI features that were previously available only to paid users.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gmail Enters the Gemini Era With AI-Powered Inbox Overhaul
The aim is to transform Gmail from a traditional inbox into what Google describes as a "personal, proactive inbox assistant."
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gmail gets major upgrade with new Gemini 3 AI features
Over the past two years, Google has been steadily adding AI features across most of its products and services. Last year, Google Search and Google Photos received major upgrades powered by AI. Gmail, which is the world's largest email service with over 3 billion users globally, is now set for a significant AI update. Today, Google announced that Gmail will receive a major upgrade powered by its Gemini 3 models.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gmail is entering its Gemini era with new updates to save you from digging for emails and more
Summaries, help with writing, and an AI inbox organizer.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gmail is getting a Gemini AI overhaul
You can ask the search bar questions about your messages.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gmail Just Changed Forever with Gemini AI-Powered AI Inbox
Google has released a big update for Gmail in the form of Gemini 3 IA integration. It adds AI Overviews to summarize long threads and answer questions in natural language. Help Me Write and Suggested Replies are now free for all users, but some search tools and the Proofread feature still need a premium subscription. Also, a new AI Inbox is being tested to help you prioritize important contacts and tasks that need to be done right away.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Gmail Users Can Now Use These Three AI Features Without Paying
Google today made three Gmail AI features free for all personal account holders in the United States, removing the subscription requirement that previously locked them behind its Google AI Pro or Ultra tiers.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Google pushing Gemini into Gmail, but you can turn it off
Love Google AI Overviews? Now they're in your inbox
January 8, 2026 — Source

Your Gmail is getting an AI makeover - here's what to expect and when
Google is aggressively pushing Gemini across its apps and services in order to maintain an edge in the AI race. Your email won't ever be the same.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 7th, 2026

Google Drive gets its Material 3 Expressive redesign back
Last year Google started the rollout of the Material 3 Expressive redesign to Google Drive, bringing it in line, aesthetically, with other products and services. Then, for reasons best known to Google, the company then seemed to change its mind and pulled back some of the new look.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Google Search AI hallucinations push Google to hire "AI Answers Quality" engineers
AI, including AI Overviews on Google Search, can hallucinate and often make up stuff or offer contradicting answers when asked in two different ways.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Google Tops List of the Most Exploited Accounts in the US, Report Finds
A new report reveals that Google accounts are the most exploited in the US, largely due to how many services are tied to a single login. The article also explains how users can better protect themselves using stronger passwords, 2FA, and passkeys.
January 7, 2026 — Source

You Can Blur Your Home on Google Maps With Just a Few Clicks
Here's the simple process to request that Google blur your home on its maps to limit what others can see.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 6th, 2026

Google Faces Gmail Lawsuit Over Hidden AI Training Settings
Users must manually disable the settings in multiple hidden locations to opt out—a process so complex that even security experts initially got it wrong.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 5th, 2026

Google is deprecating some Gmail features
Starting from this month, Google is dropping support for Gmailify and the ability to fetch emails from third-party accounts into your Gmail account using the POP standard. For those unaware, Gmailify allowed integration between your non-Google and Gmail accounts so that the former could get access to certain advanced features like spam protection, reliable email notifications on your phone, categorization of the inbox, and faster search with advanced operator functionalities.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Gmail set to drop POP3 mail fetching from other accounts
For people who like to have access to all of their emails in one handy location Gmail has long offered the facility to import messages from other accounts using POP3.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — January 2nd, 2026

Finnish cops grill crew of ship suspected of undersea cable sabotage
EU 'closely monitoring' along with NATO as state action suspected but not confirmed
January 2, 2026 — Source

Google Gemini 3 Computer Use: Free AI Browser Lets You Automate Anything
What if you could automate nearly every repetitive task in your digital workflow without spending a dime? Google Gemini 3.0, the latest evolution in AI-powered automation, promises to do just that, and it's already making waves across industries. In this walkthrough, World of AI shows how this new system uses advanced multimodal understanding and real-time feedback to transform how we interact with technology. From analyzing complex user interfaces to structuring unorganized data into usable formats, Gemini 3 isn't just an upgrade, it's a paradigm shift.
January 2, 2026 — Source

Internet — Google — December 25th, 2025

Google will finally allow you to change your @gmail.com address
Google will finally allow you to change your @gmail address or create a new alias, according to a new support document.
December 25, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — December 19th, 2025

Spanish consumer group seeks to sue Google in data row
A Spanish consumer rights association on Friday said it had launched preliminary legal action against Google for allegedly collecting sensitive personal data and violating their right to privacy.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Google's new default AI model: Gemini 3 Flash is faster and stronger
The new AI model is up to three times faster than its predecessor and can generate better visual responses.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — December 15th, 2025

Apple and Google will be asked to block nude photos unless user age is verified
A new report says that the British government will be asking Apple and Google to block the taking and sharing of nude photographs unless the user has been verified to be an adult.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Google Search Live Gets a Gemini Audio Upgrade for Smoother Replies
Search Live gets an upgrade with Gemini 2.5 native audio, delivering faster, more natural voice conversations and hands-free help in the Google app.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Google search chief talks future of news content amid AI scramble
Google's Nick Fox acknowledged publisher struggles and explained what's delaying Personal Context.
December 15, 2025 — Source or Source

The Google tool that checked for your leaked data on the dark web is going away
The company will stop scanning for new leaked data in January and delete past reports in February 2026.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — December 12th, 2025

Google Search Tricks You'll Actually Use in 2025 and Beyond
Googling things isn't as straightforward as it used to be. Now, you have to wade through AI slop and ads to get the info you need. It kinda sucks! On the brighter side, at least you can use operators to search more precisely. However, you'll still see some guides recommending tips and tricks that no longer work in 2025.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Google's $700M Settlement Explained: Who's Eligible and How Much You'll Get
If you've bought apps or made in-app purchases on your Android phone over the past seven years, you've got money coming. Google agreed to a $700 million payout settlement in a lawsuit claiming they ran the Play Store like a monopoly, and about 102 million people are eligible, and tens of millions will get automatic payouts.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Google's New AI Lets You Try On Clothes Using Just a Selfie
Google has introduced an AI feature that generates a full-body digital version of users based on a selfie, allowing them to virtually try on clothing before buying. The feature is currently U.S.-only and mirrors functionality seen in Google's earlier Doppl app experiment.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — December 11th, 2025

Google CEO Says No Job is Safe as AI Puts Society Through Disruption
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai warns that AI is the most profound technology of our time, predicting inevitable societal disruption and job transitions. He suggests everyone must adapt, even acknowledging his own CEO role is vulnerable. Economists, however, note the actual labor impact may be slower than tech leaders predict.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — December 5th, 2025

From AI Barbie to Squid Game 3: The Top Google Searches of 2025
Dive into Google's 2025 Year in Search, from Gemini and AI-fueled trends to the movies, TV shows, and actors that kept the world searching across borders.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Google reveals Year in Search 2025
In addition to the roundups of individual media consumption by individuals, companies such as Google also use this time of year to look at things more globally. As in previous years, the company has now launched its Year in Search.
December 5, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — December 3rd, 2025

Google Photos' 2025 Recap turns to Gemini to find your highlights
Google Photos users can now access their year-end Recap, the photo-hosting site's own version of something akin to Spotify Wrapped. Like other annual reviews, the Google Photos Recap lets you look back on your past year in photos, offering a combination of memorable highlights enhanced with graphics and other effects, plus photo stats and more.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Internet — Google — November 30th, 2025

Does Google Photos Store Your Photos Forever?
As smartphone cameras continue to get better, more people than ever are taking more photos than ever, and the storage can't keep up. Moreover, phones break, and they get lost or stolen. That's why photo storage solutions have become so popular, with one of the most recognizable being Google Photos. Its popularity is part and parcel with its simplicity. You simply download the app, log in, and toggle on the backup feature. From then on, every photo you snap or save is uploaded to Google's cloud, where it can be indexed and edited with powerful, free AI tools.
November 30, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — November 21st, 2025

Google Starts Rolling Out Ads in Search's AI Mode Results
Google officially began rolling out sponsored ads within its AI Mode answers, finally transitioning the "answer engine" to a monetized product. These sponsored results are clearly labeled and typically appear at the bottom of the AI-generated summaries, ending the ad-free experience users enjoyed during the initial testing phase.
November 21, 2025 — Source or Source

Judge wants to fix Google's ad tech monopoly before it's too late
The judge was wary of how a breakup could work while Google likely appeals.
November 21, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — November 20th, 2025

Google Is Actively Working On A Fix For The AI Spam In Your Discover Feed
While Google's central purpose remains acting as a search engine to help you find whatever you may need, it has also taken steps to get ahead of you. Elements like the Google Discover feed seek to use your data to send you articles, videos, and more that align with your consistent interests. This may seem like a decent way to curate a simplistic user feed, but the concept has shown a major flaw as of late. Just as Google Gemini AI plus Gmail is an untrustworthy mix, Google's Discover is made worse by an influx of AI-generated spam articles — something Google is finally hoping to address.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Google Launches Updated Image Generation Model Nano Banana Pro, Free to Try
Google says it has made significant strides in identifying AI-generated images, as well.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Google releases Nano Banana Pro, its latest image-generation model
Google is upgrading its image-generation model with new editing chops, higher resolutions, more accurate text rendering, and the ability to search the web.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Google Vids Makes Advanced Gemini Features Free for All Gmail Users
Google has opened up advanced Gemini features in Google Vids that were previously restricted to paid subscribers and made them free to anyone with a Gmail account.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — November 14th, 2025

Google is stitching its fragmented enterprise world into something real
Google's Chrome Summit felt weirdly... Microsoft-y
November 14, 2025 — Source

Google pitches EU on adtech fixes to dodge breakup after €2.95B slap
Brussels reviewing proposal as Mountain View insists it will appeal antitrust ruling
November 14, 2025 — Source

The EU is investigating Google's spam policy, but the Search giant says it 'risks harming millions of European users'
Here's everything Google has to say about its anti-spam policies, which are under European Union investigation.
November 14, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — November 13th, 2025

EU probes Google over news site rankings
The EU launched a fresh investigation into Google Thursday over suspicions the US giant is pushing down news outlets in search results, despite retaliation threats from US President Donald Trump.
November 13, 2025 — Source or Source

Google is rolling out conversational shopping—and ads—in AI Mode search
Conversational shopping is Google's first big swing at monetizing AI Mode search.
November 13, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — November 6th, 2025

Google Maps upgrades navigation in India with Gemini, safety alerts
Google is adding Gemini to Maps in India, along with road safety alerts and more information about routes.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Google Scores Big Win as $32 Billion Wiz Deal Gets Approved
The U.S. Department of Justice has approved Google's $32 billion acquisition of cybersecurity firm Wiz, marking the company's largest deal ever. The move strengthens Google Cloud's position against AWS and Microsoft Azure by integrating Wiz's advanced security platform.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — November 5th, 2025

Google & YouTube to Pay $30 Million in Kids' Privacy Settlement — Here's How to Claim Your Share
Google and YouTube have agreed to pay $30 million to settle a class action lawsuit over collecting data from children under 13 who watched YouTube between July 2013 and April 2020.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Google Search Live Update Lets You Continue Conversations With Better Privacy Controls
Google's Search Live feature makes it easier to continue contextual AI-powered searches without losing track of past queries. A new update will improve privacy by ensuring the app stops listening when closed, giving users more control over how it operates.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — October 30th, 2025

Google brings 1.5 years of free Google AI Pro subscription to India, with a twist
It appears that tech giants can't stop showering their AI love on the world's most populous country. Google has announced that it's offering 18 months of its Google AI Pro subscription to eligible users living in India at no cost.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Google says your Gmail wasn't hacked — but maybe check anyway, as the internet's not buying it after 183M accounts were allegedly breached
It's not a Gmail breach, it's just a remix of every other one — according to Google, which denies reports, but 16 million fresh credentials still surfaced.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — October 17th, 2025

Here's Why The Google Ask Photos Feature Is Missing For Some US Users
Google Photos' Ask Photos and Conversational Editing feature seems to be missing for the residents of Illinois and Texas. The key reason behind the unavailability of the feature is uncompliance with the local laws and regulations.
October 17, 2025 — Source

How to use Google Meet's new AI makeup tool
Virtual glow-up with a click.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — October 15th, 2025

Google Wallet gets a handy new nicknaming option
With Google Wallet, Google has helped to lighten our load by reducing the number of physical cards and tickets we need to take out with us. Debit and credit cards, loyalty cards, boarding passes, travel tickets and more can be stored electronically and accessed instantly.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Google will let friends help you recover an account
The Recovery Contacts feature allows you to designate someone who can verify your identity to regain account access.
October 15, 2025 — Source

I abandoned Google for a search tool that doesn't track me or push AI - and it gets better
YaCy is completely private and can be installed on Linux, Mac, and Windows PCs.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — October 10th, 2025

EFF Austin: Organizing and Making a Difference in Central Texas
Austin, Texas is a major tech hub with a population that's engaged in advocacy and paying attention. Since 1991, EFF-Austin an independent nonprofit civil liberties organization, has been the proverbial beacon alerting those in central Texas to the possibilities and implications of modern technology.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Free Up More Google Drive Space at No Cost With These Hacks
Clearing out old emails, large files and more can free up a lot of space.
October 10, 2025 — Source

UK slaps Google Search with special market status, making way for stricter regulations
The United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on Friday designated Google with a special status in the market for online search that would enable the regulator to enforce stricter regulations.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — October 3rd, 2025

Google rolls out end-to-end Gmail encryption for non-Gmail recipients
You can now send fully encrypted emails from Gmail to recipients on Outlook or any other third-party email provider.
October 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Internet — Google — September 29th, 2025

Google has a new ombre company logo for the AI era — see the before and after
Google updated its logo for the first time in a decade, introducing a gradient design to visually reflect its evolution in the AI era.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Google's gradient 'G' logo is rolling out everywhere
After more than a decade, Google is updating its logo across its products and services.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Google's New Windows 11 App Feels Like macOS Spotlight
Google quietly shipped a new desktop overlay for Windows in mid-September. Press Alt + Space and a pill-shaped bar pops over anything you're doing. You search the web, your Google Drive, installed apps, and local files from one place. If you live inside Google services, this feels a lot like Spotlight on macOS, only with Google's spin.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — September 25th, 2025

The Complete List of Alternatives to Every Google Product
A Parallel Universe for Privacy and Security Enthusiasts
September 25, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — September 22nd, 2025

US v. Google redux: all the news from the ad tech trial
On April 17th, 2025, Judge Brinkema ruled that Google did act illegally to acquire and maintain monopoly power in online advertising. Now, DOJ and Google lawyers are returning to the courtroom to argue over whether this should lead to a Google breakup by forcing the company to sell its AdX exchange.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — September 16th, 2025

Google launches new protocol for agent-driven purchases
On Tuesday, Google announced a new open protocol for purchases initiated by AI agents — automated software programs that can shop and make decisions on behalf of users — with backing from more than 60 merchants and financial institutions. Called the Agent Payments Protocol (AP2), the system is meant to be interoperable between AI platforms, payment systems and vendors, providing a traceable paper trail for each transaction.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Google Says Users Want AI Summaries—Even as Publishers Sue Over Lost Traffic
At its AI Summit in New York, Google emphasized that users increasingly prefer AI-generated summaries in Search over traditional "10 blue links." Markham Erickson, Google's VP of government affairs and public policy, said the company aims to maintain a "healthy ecosystem" that balances AI Overviews with standard search results.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — September 9th, 2025

Google hints it may "soon" make AI Mode the default in Search
Would you want this?
September 9, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — September 4th, 2025

Google Fined $425 Million for Tracking Users Who Said 'No'
Google has been ordered to pay a $425 million fine following a privacy trial that found it collected user data even when tracking was disabled. The company plans to appeal the ruling, calling it a misunderstanding of how its products work.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Google Photos upgrades its image-to-video feature with Veo 3
Google's latest video-generation model, Veo 3, is coming to Google Photos. The new model, available on the mobile app's Create tab, will allow users in the U.S. to turn their still images into video clips.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Google's Circle to Search can now translate as you scroll
Google is bringing improved translation to Circle to Search, its feature that allows users to quickly search for any information on their screen by using gestures like circling, highlighting, scribbling, or tapping. The company announced on Thursday that users can now see translations as they scroll.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Record French fines for Google and Shein over cookies
France's data protection authority on Wednesday issued record fines against search giant Google and fast-fashion platform Shein for failing to respect the law on internet cookies.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 29th, 2025

Gmail users: Change your password now
After a summer of data breaches, it's time to lock down your accounts.
August 29, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 25th, 2025

Meta reportedly inks major $10 billion deal with Google for Cloud services
The company is seemingly making moves to solidify its place within the world of AI.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Up to 2.5 Billion Users Impacted by Google Database Hack
Google insists the compromised database contained 'basic and mostly publicly available business information,' like business names and contact information.
August 25, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 22nd, 2025

Google Calendar introduces pre-configured booking pages for easy scheduling
Google is improving the way you schedule meetings, making it easier with a pre-configured booking page in Google Calendar. Booking pages were introduced last year as part of the "appointment schedules" feature, the company's more robust replacement for the older "appointment slots" system.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Google Drive's New In-Browser AI Video Editor Changes Everything
Google Drive has received a new handy feature, which allows users to do in-browser video editing. Whenever users preview a video in the Drive, they will see an "Open" button, which opens the video files in Google Vids for easy editing. Sadly, Google Drive has restricted the feature to paid users at the moment.
August 22, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 21st, 2025

Google AI Mode gets more advanced, rolls out to more people globally
Right after the mega launch of its all-new Gemini assistant for smart speakers, Pixel 10 series, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Buds 2a, and Pixel Watch 4, Google announced some new features and updates for the AI Mode in Google Search.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Google says a typical AI text prompt only uses 5 drops of water — experts say that's misleading
Google shared a study of Gemini's environmental impact, but it omits some key data.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Google Search's AI Mode Expanding Globally with New Agentic Tools
Google is expanding the availability of the AI Mode in Google Search to 180 more countries. In addition, the company has introduced new agentic and personalized capabilities in the feature, which are initially available in the US. The new agentic tool allows users to find restaurant reservations, and Google will expand it to local service appointments and event tickets.
August 21, 2025 — Source or Source

Users slam Google Photos for 'less functional' editing UI and cluttered design
The changes Google's brought in aren't sitting too pretty with end-users.
August 21, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 19th, 2025

Take Control of Your Google Search Results by Choosing the Sources You Want to See
Google adds a new feature to let you refine your search results to include the sites you like and trust.
August 19, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 8th, 2025

Google Defends AI Overviews, But Independent Studies and Cloudflare CEO Say Site Traffic Is Dropping
Google claims organic website traffic has remained 'relatively stable' over the past year.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Google tests revamped Google Finance with AI upgrades, live news feed
Google announced on Friday that it's giving Google Finance, its tool that provides financial information and business news, an AI update. Users will now be able to research their financial questions with AI, access advanced charting tools, and get real-time data and news.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Google Working to Fix Gemini AI's "Depressive" Answers
Multiple users report Google's Gemini giving overly self-critical, defeatist responses, sometimes deleting its own generated code. Some users even believe that Gemini is mimicking human sentiments as it's trained on online content. The issue, first spotted in June, was confirmed by Google's AI Studio lead as an "infinite looping bug." The exec confirmed that Google is working on a fix.
August 8, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 3rd, 2025

How I got another 15GB of Gmail storage at no cost (and without losing old files)
Back up all your Google messages and media for free - no matter your account type - with this quick, hassle-free method.
August 3, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — August 1st, 2025

Bing made Google dance and then stole some search traffic
Microsoft's search engine has taken market share from Google since its AI overhaul two years ago.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Google rolls out Gemini Deep Think AI, a reasoning model that tests multiple ideas in parallel
Google DeepMind is rolling out Gemini 2.5 Deep Think, which, the company says, is its most advanced AI reasoning model, able to answer questions by exploring and considering multiple ideas simultaneously and then using those outputs to choose the best answer.
August 1, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 29th, 2025

How to get rid of AI Overviews in Google Search: 4 easy ways
Sick of AI summaries? Here's how to remove AI from Google and get back classic search - on desktop and mobile.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Tired Of Duplicates In Google Photos? Here's What You Can Do
When it comes to apps for backing up your photos and videos, Google Photos is easily one of many people's go-to apps. It's typically built into Android devices, available on other major platforms, and offers a generous amount of free storage at 15GB.
July 29, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 26th, 2025

Goo.gl killed by Google: Billions of shortened links to die next month
Another one bites the dust
July 26, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 25th, 2025

Google is using AI overviews in search to nuke the web — studies say it makes you dumb: "I feel like I've lost some brain cells"
A new study reveals that Google users are far less likely to click on a link if an AI summary is part of the response in their search.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: 8 Reasons It's the Ultimate Flagship
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, scheduled for release on August 20, 2025, introduces a series of updates designed to enhance both functionality and user experience. While the overall design retains the hallmark simplicity of the Pixel series, the device incorporates advancements in artificial intelligence, hardware, and charging technology. These updates aim to deliver a more seamless, efficient, and enjoyable experience for users, making the Pixel 10 Pro XL a noteworthy addition to Google's smartphone lineup.
July 25, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Google's new Search mode puts classic results back on top - how to access it
Web Guide makes it a lot easier to target your search to a concentrated area of a topic.
July 25, 2025 — Source

Master Gmail Archiving : Declutter Your Inbox Without Deleting
Have you ever opened your Gmail inbox only to feel instantly overwhelmed by the sheer volume of unread messages, newsletters, and old conversations? You're not alone. Studies show that the average professional receives over 120 emails per day, making inbox management a daily struggle for many. But here's the good news: Gmail's archive feature offers a simple yet powerful solution to declutter your inbox without losing access to important messages
July 25, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 17th, 2025

A hidden Google Earth slider lets you travel up to 80 years back in time - here's how to try it
Ever wonder what your street looked like in the 1980s or even the 30s? With Google Earth's historical imagery feature, you can view almost any location as it would've appeared throughout time.
July 17, 2025 — Source

This hidden Google Maps feature is making people emotional - here's why
This viral trend has people spotting lost loved ones through Street View.
July 17, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 12th, 2025

Google brings new UI for Google Drive desktop and other features
Google is rolling out a new unified user interface (UI) for its desktop sync client, Google Drive for desktop. The search giant said that the updated UI makes it easier for users to manage their Drive files in one place.
July 12, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 11th, 2025

Google brings Lucidchart and Lucidspark apps to Google Chat
Google has announced that it is bringing Lucidchart and Lucidspark apps directly into Google Chat, making it the sixth Workspace app to get the integration, following Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, and Calendar.
July 11, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 10th, 2025

Appeals court blocks FTC's "click-to-cancel" rule just days before rollout
Defeat of the rule leaves consumers with the status quo
July 10, 2025 — Source

The New Internet Sheriff Takes a Shot at Google
In a series of pointed X posts, Cloudflare's CEO Matthew Prince lays out a bold new policy that treats AI companies like unwelcome guests and hints that even Google might be forced to play by his rules.
July 10, 2025 — Source

This new Gmail tool lets you declutter your inbox in seconds - here's how to use it
'Manage Subscriptions' is truly a dream tool.
July 10, 2025 — Source or Source

Internet — Google — July 7th, 2025

12 Hidden Google Search Features You Probably Didn't Know About
Google's search was once so ubiquitous that the verb "to google" is now synonymous with "look it up." Yet it's now more than ever that Google's hegemony is in question. Studies have suggested that Google search has gotten objectively worse. Many people are gravitating toward alternative search engines to Google and chatbots — although for the latter, there are many unsettling reasons why you might want to avoid ChatGPT.
July 7, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 5th, 2025

Financial 'stretch' for UK to join Europe's Starlink rival, says minister
Possibility of joining IRIS² remote as Britain grapples with fiscal squeeze
July 5, 2025 — Source

Google's DMCA Transparency Report 'Freezes' After Recent Volume Surge
After more than a decade of timely updates, Google Search's takedown transparency report has stalled since mid-April. The absence of new data makes it harder for journalists and researchers to analyze these DMCA takedown efforts, which have increased significantly over the past year and a half. Notably, Google continues to send these notices to the Lumen database, providing some ongoing visibility.
July 5, 2025 — Source

This Google Earth Feature Lets You Digitally 'Time Travel' - Here's How It Works
Who among us hasn't wished for the ability to time travel. Unfortunately, you can't hop in a DeLorean, gun it to 88 miles per hour, and visit the past. However, Google Earth has the next best thing for thehistory nerds: a feature called Historical Imagery that allows you to view satellite photos from any time since satellite imagery was taken in a particular location. It can reveal the way areas have changed over time, providing context that isn't available from the latest satellite updates on Google Maps.
July 5, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — July 2nd, 2025

Google Slapped with $314 Million Fine Over Sneaky Data Grabs
Google has lost another court battle, and as a result, it'll have to pay out $314.6 million dollars to Android users in California. This one relates to Google's data grabs, which the company claims were agreed to by users.
July 2, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 30th, 2025

Google Photos Update Lets You HDR-ify Your Old Pics
Google Photos has received an important update. With this update, users can preserve the full dynamic range and essential HDR metadata of their HDR photos even after using editing tools. Additionally, a new Ultra HDR tool has been added to adjust the image brightness.
June 30, 2025 — Source

Google's Video Editing App 'YouTube Create' Set to Launch on iOS
Google is reportedly getting ready to release its mobile video editing app YouTube Create on iOS.
June 30, 2025 — Source or Watch Video

Internet — Google — June 25th, 2025

Google Earth adds ability to rewind time and see area images from the past
Users now have access to street-level historical images directly in Google Earth.
June 25, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 23rd, 2025

Talking to Google Just Got Real: Real-Time Voice Conversations Launched with AI Mode
Google’s search experience is evolving and taking the next step with the launch of Search Live, a new great tool that allows people to interact with search and receive answers in real-time using their voice. This tool is now available in the U.S. for iOS and Android users who have joined the AI Mode experiment through Google Labs.
June 23, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 20th, 2025

4 ways Google Lens on Chrome magnifies my productivity - and how to use it
Ever notice the Google Lens icon in your Chrome toolbar? You might be missing out on one of the browser's most powerful tools.
June 20, 2025 — Source

YouTube creators unaware Google uses their videos to train AI
Google confirms AI training but offers no opt-out
June 20, 2025 — Source or Source

Internet — Google — June 18th, 2025

Google Maps Unveils 4 Major Updates for European Commuters
Google has announced four Maps updates across Europe designed to reduce reliance on driving and promote sustainable transportation choices.
June 18, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 16th, 2025

Google Cloud caused outage by ignoring its usual code quality protections
Promises operational change - and improvements to customer comms when it crashes
June 16, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 13th, 2025

Google just released the first major Snapseed update in years
The photo editing app got a revamped interface — but only for iPhone and iPad for now.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Google rejects app store age verification for online content
American tech heavyweight Google on Friday reiterated its opposition to verifying the age of a device's user through the app stores built into operating systems, calling a proposal from Facebook and Instagram parent Meta "ineffective".
June 13, 2025 — Source

HP Dimension offers sci-fi-style 3D video calls, built on Google Beam
Priced at just $24,999
June 13, 2025 — Source

Massive Google Cloud outage disrupts popular internet services
Popular online services across the globe were disrupted Thursday due to ongoing issues at Google Cloud.
June 13, 2025 — Source

Pirelli's new sensor-equipped tires to monitor road conditions in real time
The smart road project protects privacy with dedicated sensor fleet
June 13, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 9th, 2025

Google introduces new analytics tools in Classroom
Google has started the rollout of new analytics tools for Google Classroom, adding a bunch of ways for educators to monitor the activity of their students. This latest addition puts a new "Analytics" tab on class pages, which, according to Google, is meant to help teachers "see relevant insights on the class analytics page that alert them on how students are progressing and where they may need additional support."
June 9, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 6th, 2025

Google's nightmare: How a search spinoff could remake the web
Google has shaped the Internet as we know it, and unleashing its index could change everything.
June 6, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — June 3rd, 2025

Google Wallet removes PayPal as a payment option for US users
You'll need to link a credit or debit card to continue using Google Wallet
June 3, 2025 — Source

When Google Wallet and PayPal break up, what's your next move?
Starting in June, Google Wallet is removing linked PayPal accounts in the US.
June 3, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 30th, 2025

Gemini AI Takes Over Gmail with Auto Summaries
Google is now making AI-powered summary cards in Gmail automatic, so users will see key points from long email threads at the top without needing to tap anything. The feature, powered by Gemini, is available on iOS and Android for English emails, and builds on Google's broader push to weave more AI features—like smarter replies and scam detection—directly into Gmail.
May 30, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 27th, 2025

Google CEO Sundar Pichai on the future of search, AI agents, and selling Chrome
The head of Google discusses the next AI platform shift and how it could change how we use the internet forever.
May 27, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 23rd, 2025

Everything from Google I/O 2025 you might've missed: Gemini, smart glasses, and more
Here's the rundown of every major news story at the annual developer conference earlier this week.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Google I/O revealed more updates for Wallet, Wear OS, Google Play, and more
The Google Play Store will let you ask other people to pay for your purchases, and Live Updates are coming to smartwatches.
May 23, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 22nd, 2025

Ads pressured to evolve as AI changes Google search
As Google races to lead in artificial intelligence, it faces the challenge of making sure the technology doesn't slow its profit-pumping advertising engine.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Backing Up Content in Google Photos Is About to Get Much Better
Google is preparing to revamp the backup process in Google Photos. It's part of the move over to Material 3 Expressive. The interface will be more transparent about how long it will take to back up your content.
May 22, 2025 — Source

California and Google to make a media fund for the floundering news industry
An East Bay Democrat in the state Legislature announced the details on May 21 of a hard-fought partnership between California and Google to kick financial assistance toward the state's news media, an industry that shrunk dramatically in the digital age.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Court lets mother sue Google, Character.ai over Daenerys Targaryen chatbot's role in son's death
Google said it is "entirely separate" from Character.ai
May 22, 2025 — Source

Google IO 2025 Announcements That Will Shape the Future of Tech
What if the tools shaping our future could think, create, and solve problems faster than ever imagined? At Google IO 2025, this vision took center stage as the tech giant unveiled a stunning lineup of innovations set to redefine how we work, create, and connect. From new AI models capable of tackling complex reasoning to immersive XR platforms that blur the lines between physical and digital realities, the event wasn't just a showcase—it was a bold statement about the fantastic power of technology.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Google IO 2025: How AI is Quietly Changing Your Daily Life
What defines success in the age of artificial intelligence? Is it the brilliance of a standalone model, capable of processing trillions of tokens per month, or the seamless integration of that intelligence into tools that transform everyday life? At Google IO 2025, the tech giant made a bold statement: the era of isolated AI models is over. Instead, the focus has shifted to embedding AI into products that solve real-world problems, from automating tasks to providing widespread access to creativity.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Google Supercharges Gmail Replies With Context-Aware AI
Google is giving Gmail's smart replies a major upgrade with Gemini AI, enabling more detailed and personalized email responses by pulling context from your inbox and Google Drive while matching your natural tone. In addition, Gemini will soon help users clean up their inboxes and schedule appointments directly in Gmail, with these new features rolling out later this year and next quarter.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Google's AI Mode Will Change How You Search. What to Expect
Searching the web might feel a lot more like talking to a chatbot in the future.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Google's AI Motto: Share Your Content... or Else
It was revealed that Google thought about giving publishers a choice to opt out of AI Search, but it ultimately didn't. If you want to be indexed by Google, you don't really have a say in the matter.
May 22, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 13th, 2025

Google is testing a feature that turns the Search app into a forum-like thread
Imagine Search, but with Reddit vibes? Google is on it.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Google Says It Did Nothing Wrong — Pays $1.4 Billion Anyway
Google has just settled another lawsuit. Google decided to settle this case for $1.4 billion, and it's related to the incognito mode, location history case. This case was settled with the state of Texas, despite the fact that Google denied any wrongdoing.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Google's 'G' icon is different. Can you see it?
That's...smooth.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Source

Google's 'I'm feeling lucky' button might soon be replaced by AI mode
The iconic button has been a part of Google Search since the very beginning.
May 13, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Paint the whole world with a rainbow: Google rolls out new icon design
The Google logo is iconic -- as, indeed, are its icons. Every so often, though, there is an update, a refresh... normally to great fanfare.
May 13, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 9th, 2025

Google Maps can identify and save places in your screenshots - here's how
It's now easier than ever to find and add destinations to your travel itinerary.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Google Search adds incredibly helpful tool that makes complex concepts easy to understand
Simplify the most complex concepts using Google's new AI feature for search.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Google settles lawsuit that accused it of fostering systemic bias against Black employees
The company has agreed to pay $50 million.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Google's Search empire is under fire, and Apple's fanning the flames
Apple claims Safari searches are declining due to users turning to AI tools like ChatGPT, but Google disputes this, saying search activity is still growing—especially on Apple devices. While the courtroom debate plays out, one thing's clear: AI offers faster, more contextual answers than traditional search, reshaping how people find information online.
May 9, 2025 — Source

How to Set Up Group Meetings in Google Calendar in 2025
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a never-ending email chain, trying to coordinate a meeting that works for everyone? It's a frustrating scenario—one that wastes time and often leads to miscommunication. But what if there was a way to simplify the process, making sure everyone's availability is accounted for without the back-and-forth chaos? Enter Google Calendar, a tool that's more than just a digital planner.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Italian Price Comparison Site Slaps Google with €3 Billion Lawsuit
Moltiply, an Italian price comparison site, has hit Google with a massive $3 billion lawsuit in a Milan court. Moltiply alleges that Google negatively impacted traffic to its Trovaprezzi.it platform as a result of unfairly promoting its own Google Shopping service.
May 9, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 6th, 2025

DOJ's proposed Google changes would 'deeply undermine user trust,' search chief says
The proposal could endanger consumers' search privacy and slow innovation, Google's head of search testified.
May 6, 2025 — Source

Google launches "100 Zeros" movie and TV venture to boost its brand image
Hoping to influence pop culture and public perception, and to "promote tech"
May 6, 2025 — Source

Google's Ad Tech Monopoly? The DOJ Has a Fix for That
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has proposed what steps it wants Google to take in order to break this ad tech space monopoly. The DOJ issued those steps in a new filing, following Google's loss in court last month, while Google responded with its set of suggestions. The remedies trial is set to begin in the Fall.
May 6, 2025 — Source or Source or Source

Swear Your Way to Better Search Results
We've all been there. You type a simple question into Google or Bing, like "where can I buy socks?" — and instead of links to actual stores, you're gifted a 700-word AI-written essay that begins: "Socks are a fundamental part of daily attire. From cotton to wool, they provide both comfort and protection for your feet..."
May 6, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — May 2nd, 2025

Google Drive now lets you chat with Gemini in the side panel about specific files
Recently, we reported that Google was bringing three-way calling and a refreshed interface to its Voice service. Now, Google Drive's Gemini side panel is receiving an update that lets you directly choose which files Gemini should use when responding to your prompt. Previously, Gemini could summarize entire folders or multiple documents, but this new feature gives you more control over exactly what it looks at.
May 2, 2025 — Source

The latest data suggests Google is shedding tens of millions of users to Microsoft Bing and other search engines
Despite the memes about Bing's search quality, it seems Google's search algorithm changes prioritizing reddit and AI answers could be driving users to check out Microsoft's oft-derided search engine instead.
May 2, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — April 28th, 2025

Legal Pressure Mounts as Google Ad Tech Remedies Case Gets May Date
A US judge has set a date for Google's ad tech remedies case. The date is May 2, and it's a second remedies case for Google in a very short time span. Google is in the middle of its search dominance remedies trial at the moment.
April 28, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — April 25th, 2025

Alphabet Sees $90 Billion in Increased Revenue for Q1 2025
According to Alphabet's latest earnings report, the company has seen an increase in revenue of $90 billion for Q1 2025. However, the company shouldn't get too comfortable. Google's ongoing antitrust case could force it to sell Chrome, which will no doubt have an impact on advertising revenue.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Google admits depreciation costs are soaring amid furious bit barn build
Still plans to invest $75B in CapEx this year as unable to meet capacity demand
April 25, 2025 — Source

The Man Who Beat Google Twice Says Breaking Up the Tech Giant Is Necessary
Jonathan Kanter beat Google in court twice, and he sees Google's breakup as a necessary step. He also talked about the importance of news publishers, while also talking a bit about AI. He had a lot to say.
April 25, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — April 22nd, 2025

Google Lawyer Calls DOJ Proposals a Wishlist for Competitors
Google versus DOJ remedies trial has begun. Google's lawyer basically called DOJ proposals a wishlist for competition. The DOJ argued that AI could help Google extend its search monopoly. Opening statements have been made. A three-week trial is before us.
April 22, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — April 20th, 2025

How To Use Appointment Schedule in Google Calendar 2025
Google Calendar's appointment scheduling feature is a powerful tool designed to simplify how you manage bookings, whether for personal or professional purposes. By integrating scheduling directly into your calendar, it eliminates the need for third-party tools, offering a streamlined and efficient way to organize your time.
April 20, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — April 17th, 2025

Competition boffin launches class action against Google UK over search dominance
Alleges £5B in harm caused by Android deals, anticompetitive actions
April 17, 2025 — Source

Google faces £5 billion lawsuit in the UK for allegedly abusing search dominance
Recently, the Japan Fair Trade Commission issued a cease-and-desist order against Google over search dominance on Android smartphones, demanding changes to how Google bundles its search app and Chrome browser. Now, the Guardian reports that Google is getting sued in the UK for up to a hefty £5 billion over similar allegations, adding another major legal headache for the tech giant.
April 17, 2025 — Source

Google loses ad tech monopoly case
The US proved Google 'willfully engaged in a series of anticompetitive acts.'
April 17, 2025 — Source or Source

Internet — Google — April 11th, 2025

Google lays off hundreds of employees in Android, Pixel teams
Google, a subsidiary of Alphabet, cut hundreds of jobs in its Android and Pixel phone divisions, according to a Friday report from The Information, which cited an insider source. The layoffs, affecting the unit responsible for Android, Pixel phones, Chrome browser, and other apps, come after Google offered buyouts to employees in the same division in January, the report noted.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Google's personalized Discover feed is (finally!) coming to PCs soon
After years of testing, Google Discover—a personalized feed of articles that might interest you—will finally be available on desktop computers.
April 11, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — April 4th, 2025

Gemini Now Lets Samsung Users Search Their Google Photos With Simple Commands
Users can type "@Google Photos" or "my photos" in the Gemini app and describe what they are looking for.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Gmail's New End-to-End Encryption Swaps X.509 Certificates For KACL
There is a bit of controversy over the new end-to-end encryption feature that Gmail is offering to business customers. The traditional definition that security experts use requires that only the "sender and the recipient have the means necessary to encrypt and decrypt" a message.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Google I/O 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to Google's Annual Developer Conference
Google has announced that Google I/O will be returning to the Shoreline Amphitheater on May 20 and May 21, 2025. It's still unlikely to be as big as it was before the pandemic, but Google is slowly returning to the full Google I/O event.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Google Is Developing a Desktop-Style Chrome for Android With Extension Support
Unlike Firefox and Microsoft Edge, which already support mobile extensions, Google's focus seems to be on Google Chrome for larger displays.
April 4, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — April 2nd, 2025

How To Create Google Forms with Conditional Logic in 2025
Google Forms is a widely-used tool for gathering information, and the addition of conditional logic improves its capabilities significantly. By dynamically tailoring the flow of questions based on respondents' answers, you can create more engaging and efficient forms. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of how to set up conditional logic in Google Forms, making sure your forms are optimized for usability and data accuracy.
April 2, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 28th, 2025

Google rolls out user choice billing on Google Play in the UK
Google said today that it will start offering user choice billing in the U.K., giving Google Play developers the ability to use other billing options instead of Google's own system. The change kicks in on March 29, initially only to non-game developers.
March 28, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 24th, 2025

Google admits accidentally deleting Timeline data of Google Maps users due to a 'technical issue'
Users of Google Maps have been complaining in growing numbers that their Timeline data has mysteriously vanished. Now Google has confirmed that this was down to a "technical issue" rather than user error, and warned that there will be no way to recover this data for some people.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Google Cloud Announces Kubernetes History Inspector to Visualise Cluster Logs
Google Cloud has released a new open-source tool that visualises cluster logs chronologically to simplify troubleshooting in Kubernetes environments.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Google Drive is finally available for all Qualcomm Snapdragon Arm64 Windows 11 PCs
After beta testing since November 2024, Google published its Google Drive for Desktop Arm64 app for Snapdragon X Windows laptops, making it available to everyone.
March 24, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 21st, 2025

Gmail search just got a lot smarter, thanks to AI
Finally, an AI-powered feature we actually need.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Gmail's Search Function Just Got a Major Upgrade
Google is rolling out an improved Gmail search function powered by AI that the company reckons will "show you the most relevant results, faster."
March 21, 2025 — Source

Google search might be sharing your home address. Here's how to stop it
Fully restoring your anonymity is a two-step process.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Google Sues Scammers Behind Thousands of Fake Business Listings on Maps
The company said scammers used these accounts to exploit people out of money.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Removing European news from results barely affected usage of Google
Towards the end of last year, Google said it would be running tests at the request of publishers and regulators to learn how news content in Google affects users' usage of Google's products. The company has now published the results of this small test in a lengthy report.
March 21, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 17th, 2025

Google is switching legacy G Suite users to pooled Workspace storage
Admins will be able to manually set storage limits for each user.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Google Reportedly Taps MediaTek for Next-Gen AI Server Chips in NVIDIA Challenge
Google is reportedly getting ready to work with MediaTek for its next set of AI chips, also known as Tensor Processing Units. Not to be confused with the Tensor chips that are used in Pixel devices. These will be chips used in Google's own servers around the world.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Google-backed FireSat wildfire detection system takes a big step
In recent years, Google has been making big efforts to help people in critical situations, like wildfires. Last year, the company expanded its wildfire mapping feature on Maps and Google Search to more countries. In line with that, the firm also founded the FireSat initiative. Now we have more details about FireSat, the wildfire detection satellite system backed by Google.
March 17, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 13th, 2025

Google Reportedly Set to Acquire Eye-tracking Startup to Bolster Android XR Hardware Efforts
Google is reportedly set to acquire Canada-based eye-tracking startup AdHawk Microsystems Inc., something that would strengthen the company's ongoing foray into XR headsets and glasses.
March 13, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 11th, 2025

Fake Website Spewing Out AI Slop Tops Google Search Results
Among the news sites reporting on SpaceX's latest rocket explosion this week was "Science Magazine", a website where all the content, including the pictures, is AI-generated.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Google I/O 2025: How to watch and what to expect
Here's everything we know about Google I/O 2025.
March 11, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 10th, 2025

Gmail gains an 'Add to calendar' button, powered by Gemini
A nifty new Gmail capability powered by Google's Gemini AI has arrived for Google Workspace customers. Starting Monday, users can add events to a Google Calendar directly from an email.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Google researchers uncover critical security flaw in all AMD Zen processors
Google has released an open-source jailbreak toolkit to deploy custom microcode patches on vulnerable CPUs
March 10, 2025 — Source

Google versus DOJ Antitrust Trial: Everything You Need To Know
Google still hopes Trump will provide help, so that it doesn't have to sell Chrome. DOJ, on the flip side, still wants Google to follow through. Read more about the latest happenings at the very end of the article.
March 10, 2025 — Source

You.com CEO claims Google's reign as an "untouchable monopoly" in search will end soon — even OpenAI CEO Sam Altman ditched "Google searches" for an AI alternative
Richard Socher says Google's long-standing dominance in search might soon end as users embrace and adopt AI-powered alternatives like ChatGPT search and You.com.
March 10, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — March 8th, 2025

Google Photos is losing a feature your long-distance family loved
Google Photos is causing trouble for some digital photo frames.
March 8, 2025 — Source

Google will still have to break up its business, the Justice Department said
It will have to sell Chrome, but it can continue investing in artificial intelligence.
March 8, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — February 28th, 2025

From Inbox to Action : How Google Tasks Simplifies Your 2025 Workflow
Google Tasks is a versatile and user-friendly to-do app designed to simplify task management while seamlessly integrating with the Google Workspace ecosystem. Whether you need a tool to organize your daily responsibilities or a platform that connects effortlessly with Gmail, Google Calendar, and other Workspace apps, Google Tasks offers a range of features to meet your needs. Its minimalist design and intuitive interface make it an effective solution for both personal and professional productivity.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Google's Sergey Brin wants employees to come back to the office
If there is one thing that the pandemic taught us—it is that we can work from home and still be productive. In fact, many people have reported anecdotally that working from home allows them to accomplish more than going into the office. But not everyone feels that way. Google co-founder Sergey Brin thinks that maybe working in the office is better for productivity.
February 28, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — February 18th, 2025

Google Meet's AI transcripts will automatically create action items for you
The feature starts rolling out today.
February 18, 2025 — Source

How I back up my photos on Android to Google Drive - and why
Here's how I free up Android space without saying goodbye to a single photo.
February 18, 2025 — Source

Internet — Google — February 14th, 2025

Google CAPTCHA Collecting And Selling Your Data Raises Big Privacy Concerns
You're probably familiar with the "I am not a robot" checkbox often seen when logging into a website. This security measure, a common CAPTCHA method, is one of several techniques used to distinguish between human users and automated bots. However, studies have shown that CAPTCHAs do not effectively deter bots and may even pose a privacy risk, as evidence suggests they are being used to collect and sell user data.
February 14, 2025 — Source

Google Contacts gets a sweet, emoji-based profile update for people you've saved
This is for that one friend who is the embodiment of the tongue-out emoji.
February 14, 2025 — Source