[ad_1] As with so many Google updates, this one is rolling out over the “coming weeks,” so don’t be surprised if it’s not an option immediately. Google says it’ll be available in 10 cities to start: Chicago, San Francisco Bay Area, Washington DC and New York City are the US options. It’ll also work in […]
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The glass back is peeling off some Pixel 4 XL phones
[ad_1] We’ve asked Google for comment. However, it doesn’t appear to be treating the peeling backs as a recurring problem. Another Reddit user reported having to negotiate with Google to get their phone fixed under warranty. It’s not certain how widespread the problem is, but the timing is less than ideal. Google appears close to […]
OnePlus Nord will rely on Google’s calling and messaging apps
[ad_1] OnePlus is still dribbling out details of its sub-$500 Nord ahead of the phone’s July 21st launch, and its latest may be noteworthy if you loathe redundant pre-installed apps. The company has revealed (via 9to5Google) that the Nord will use Google’s phone, Messages apps rather than OnePlus’ own. It’ll come with Duo, too. The […]
National COVID-19 exposure server could alert people across states
[ad_1] COVID-19 contact tracing apps will only be effective across borders if states and countries can readily share data, and a collaboration could soon make that happen in the US. iMore reports that Apple, Google, and Microsoft are working with the Association of Public Health Laboratories to launch a national server to store keys and […]
Google will ban coronavirus conspiracy ads to fight misinformation
[ad_1] Google is amping up its fight against coronavirus—related misinformation by banning ads that “[contradict] authoritative scientific consensus” about the pandemic. That means websites and apps can no longer make money from running advertisements promoting debunked conspiracy theories about COVID-19. Those include claims that the virus was created in a Chinese lab, that the pandemic […]
Shoploop gives influencers a new platform to demo and sell products
[ad_1] Google has launched Shoploop, a site where brands and influencers can create short videos showcasing a product and provide a direct link to buy it. The site, currently only available on mobile web, aims to combine ads, tutorials, reviews and shopping in one platform. The idea for Shoploop came when Lax Poojary, founder of […]
Google is beta testing a new emoji shortcut bar for Android
[ad_1] Friday July 17th is World Emoji Day. Yes, that is really a thing. Guffaws aside, we do have some interesting emoji-related news to share. Google’s Gboard is getting a new quick-access emoji bar. Right now it’s in beta, but it’ll be rolling out to all Android users soon. The new feature will let you […]
Google Chrome update limits cookie tracking and blocks annoying notifications
[ad_1] Google’s Chrome 84 is now available for all desktop users after a delay in releases due to the coronavirus pandemic. The version resumes the SameSite cookie changes Google started implementing with Chrome 80. If you’ll recall, the tech giant had to roll the feature back a couple of months after it was first introduced […]
Google expands Play Pass to nine countries beyond the US
[ad_1] Almost a year after Google introduced Play Pass on Android, it’s expanding the game and app subscription service outside of the US. It’ll be available in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Spain and the United Kingdom this week. If you’re interested, you can check out Google Play Pass for free with […]
Google snaps up Stadia exclusives from Harmonix and Supermassive
[ad_1] Uppercut Games is working on a Stadia exclusive too. Google noted that the Australian studio specializes in “immersive environmental storytelling, powerful emotional experiences, and boundary-pushing creativity.” Meanwhile, it emerged earlier this year that Gears Tactics developer Splash Damage was working on a Stadia exclusive and we have some details on that front. Outcasters is […]