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No, YouTube Wasn't Down - Google Is Just Cracking Down On Ad Blockers Again

www.bgr.com

After hundreds of reports suggested YouTube went down on November 7, users began to realize their ad blockers might actually be the problem.

Android could soon change in a big way thanks to the Google and Epic settlement – here’s what it means for you

www.techradar.com

The legal dispute between Google and Epic Games has been settled, with big changes coming to Android.

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Pixelated 077: Putting Google Maps back in the driver’s seat

9to5google.com

Welcome to episode 77 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Abner, Damien, and Will discuss the latest AI improvements making their way to Google Maps in the coming months, including improved conversational guidance along…

How Google Cloud Entertainment Biz Boss Is Explaining Fine-Tuning AI Models to Hollywood: ‘I’ve Heard People Use the Terms Incorrectly’

variety.com

Buzz Hays wants to make sure his colleagues in Hollywood understand the pros and cons of generative AI, in particular, fine-tuning models. And a good starting point for explaining the controversial topic is the work Hays, global lead for…

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Android users can now pin up to 20 chats in Google Messages — here's how

Google Messages' pin feature helps users keep their inboxes clean, and it now supports pinning double the amount of conversations.

Google Play purchases can't sync with Movies Anywhere anymore, here's why

www.howtogeek.com

The battle between Google and Disney has some unexpected consequences.

Google Nest cameras are 60% off with a starter ADT security system

9to5google.com

Google’s home security partner, ADT, has a big discount available for anyone looking to start off a new security system, or just their smart home. The discount includes 60% off of a starter package, which means over $400 off just the bare…

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How Google's AI Fabricates Rampant Lies

Google's Gemma large language fabricated an elaborate criminal allegation against me a€” and it's not the first time the company's products have smeared and targeted conservatives.a€¦

Perplexity Browser turned my random Google searches into structured learning sessions

What used to be scattered Googling now feels like guided exploration—and Perplexity Browser is the reason why

YouTube's leverage in its fight with Disney goes beyond support from Google

YouTube TV is driving a hard bargain with Disney, and has leverage since it's backed by Google. But it's also a powerhouse in its own right.

Google Wallet adding new ‘purchase and pass’ personalization settings

9to5google.com

Upcoming Google Wallet settings will provide a “new way for you to get more personalized recommendations” from your “purchase and pass” history.

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Google likely to pay $700M in Play Store settlement; Utah to get approximately $10M

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Google is likely to pay a $700 million settlement in response to a Utah-led complaint over its anticompetitive conduct regarding payment processing and app distribution within the Google Play Store.

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That new icon in Google Drive today is for ‘Workspace Flows’

9to5google.com

If you’re seeing a new icon in the top-right corner of Google Drive this morning, it’s for Google Workspace Flows.

Chatbots vs Google: How the two approach sourcing information is hugely different, according to a new study

www.tomsguide.com

Chatbots and Google are searching for information in a very different way, but it could be for the best.

Google's Gemini Deep Research can now read your Gmail and rummage through Google Drive

www.theregister.com

Even with more info, web giant says agent can't be trusted to keep you healthy, wealthy, and wise

Google Pixel 10 just hit its lowest ever price ahead of Black Friday — just $599

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With deals like this, it's a wonder why Google doesn't just sell them for this price at launch.

This upcoming Google Play Store change could make app reviews actually useful

Google might finally let you search through user-submitted reviews.

Google Unveils AI-Powered Health Coach for Fitbit Users in U.S.

smallbiztrends.com

Discover how Google is transforming health management with its new AI-powered health coach for Fitbit users in the U.S. Explore features, benefits, and how this innovation aims to enhance your wellness journey.

Google Quietly Released A New Android Auto Update - Here's What Changed

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Google has begun the rollout of Android Auto 15.4, which includes a bunch of bug fixes for Google's in-car entertainment system.