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Google Ends Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Hiring Goals
According to an internal memo, the company is also reevaluating changes to its other DEI programs 'to comply with recent court decisions and US Executive Orders.'
Google Fixes Android Bug Potentially Exploited by Law Enforcement
Privacy-focused GrapheneOS says it's likely that one of the bugs was 'exploited by forensic data extraction tools' frequently used by investigators trying to unlock suspects' phones.
Judge Blocks Apple's Attempt to Halt Google Search Antitrust Lawsuit
The penalty phase of the government's antitrust case against Google is set to begin soon, and Apple stands to lose billions if Google can't pay it to be the default search engine on Safari.
Rate Your Tablets at Home or Work to WIN
It doesn't matter what brand of tablet device(s) you use at home or work; we want to know all about them. Give a grade and you're eligible to win $250 from Amazon.
How to Use AI to Quickly and Easily Enhance Your Photos
Need to fix a wonky snapshot or jazz up a boring image? A variety of apps can help you repair and perfect your photos with assistance from AI.
Google to Pixel, Chrome, Android Teams: 'Be Deeply Committed' or Leave
Google SVP Rick Osterloh asks employees to accept a severance package or contribute to the company’s mission ‘with speed and efficiency.’
Google: Hackers Tried (and Failed) to Use Gemini AI to Breach Accounts
Hacking units from Iran abused Gemini the most, but North Korean and Chinese groups also tried their luck. None made any 'breakthroughs' and mostly used Gemini for mundane tasks.
It's Happening: Google Maps Will Rename 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America'
Google will also rename Denali to Mount McKinley. They are just waiting for the changes to officially appear on the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS).
Google Ships First Beta of Android 16: Here's What You Get
Google's release notes highlight support for tablets and foldables and lock-screen 'Live Updates.'
Google Adds Gemini AI Assistant, Lock-Screen Updates to Samsung Galaxy S25
Android features unveiled at Samsung's Unpacked event narrow some of the gap between Samsung’s flavor of Android and Google’s.
Is Your Android VPN Safe? Here's a New Way to Check
Google Play finally rolls out badges on VPN apps that appear if an app has passed an independent security review.
Google Testing AI Feature to Keep Pop-Ups Under Control on Chrome
With the help of Gemini Nano, Google's PermissionsAI will determine the likelihood of you granting access to a certain site and relegate the unlikely ones to the background.
Hackers Target Google Ad Accounts—With Google Ad Phishing Scams
Cybercriminals are trying to steal accounts by tricking victims into entering their login credentials.
Google Adds Gemini AI to Workspace Apps, But There's a Catch
Google plots a price hike for its Workspace Business suite.
Apple Photos vs. Google Photos: Which Is Best for Organizing and Editing Your Pictures?
Apple and Google both offer apps that not only store your photo collection but also let you edit and do some wild things with your images. Here’s how they stack up.
This Bug Can Crash Samsung Phones By Sending an Audio File
A Google researcher uncovered the bug, which involves targeting the speech-to-text transcription feature on Google Messages for Samsung S23 and S24 Phones.
Google AI Feature Turns Your Search History, News Preferences Into a Podcast
Daily Listen works like NotebookLM's Audio Overviews, but while NotebookLM creates a short podcast based on a prompt, Daily Listen examines topics and stories the user follows regularly.
Gemini Knows Best? I Let Google's AI Weigh In on Tough Parenting Decisions
A commercial featuring a frazzled father turning to Gemini for parenting tips inspired me to test whether the AI had any fresh advice for issues facing my 12- and 14-year-old kids.
Cast Away: How to Connect Your Android Phone to Your TV
On smart TVs and those without Wi-Fi, you can stream your Android phone or tablet screen on the TV through screen mirroring, Google Cast, a third-party app, or by linking it with a cable.
How to Share Your Location in Google Maps
Whether telling family your ETA or keeping friends apprised of your location during a first date, Google Maps makes it easy to share your whereabouts.
