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Google and Apple reportedly warn employees on visas to avoid international travel

techcrunch.com

Law firms representing Google and Apple have reportedly warned that employees who need a visa stamp to re-enter the United States should avoid leaving the country due to longer-than-usual visa processing times.

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Google and Apple advise employees on H-1B and other visas not to travel outside the US due to processing delays, following new social media screening rules (Business Insider)

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Google and Apple advise employees on H-1B and other visas not to travel outside the US due to processing delays, following new social media screening rules — - Google and Apple are advising some employees with visas not to travel outside…

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Google Messages toning down how thirsty Nano Banana Remix is

9to5google.com

It’s not hyperbolic to say that Google has been very thirsty about Nano Banana following its viral success. In Google Messages, the access points for the Nano Banana-powered Remix are being greatly toned down following the November launch.

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Google Assistant gets temporary stay of execution

www.phonearena.com

Instead of phasing out Google Assistant by the end of this year, Google will allow the digital helper to stick around a little longer.

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I tested Google’s Nano Banana — drawing directly on my photos works better than typing prompts

www.tomsguide.com

Google’s Nano Banana now lets you draw directly on photos to guide AI image edits. I tested the feature in Gemini and was surprised by how intuitive it feels.

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Google says it needs more time to upgrade Assistant to Gemini on most Android devices; Google previously planned to complete the transition by the end of 2025 (Mariella Moon/Engadget)

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Google says it needs more time to upgrade Assistant to Gemini on most Android devices; Google previously planned to complete the transition by the end of 2025 — The transition from Assistant to Gemini will continue into 2026. — Google…

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I traded TV fame for a VERY different job when my Coronation Street character was killed off - it all started with a Google search

www.dailymail.co.uk

The character was associated with one of Weatherfield's most notorious murderers - and met a grisly end.

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Deals: Freebies with Google Pixels, discounts on Xiaomi 15, Poco F7 Ultra, and more

www.gsmarena.com

If you’re planning to buy a new smartphone and want it delivered before Christmas, this list is worth checking out. We’ve rounded up some attractive deals on Google Pixel phones on Amazon UK, which include generous price cuts along with…

The switch from Google Assistant to Gemini on Android devices has been pushed back to next year

www.techradar.com

Google has said it's revising the timeline for moving Android phones and tablets over to Gemini.

Google may finally reverse this controversial Quick Settings change

Google may finally bring back the separate Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles in a future Android release.

5 Google Photos features that make it hard to quit, even though I want to

These features keep me hooked, as much as I want to switch to a self-hosted service entirely.

Is Google turning Gemini into the next big Super App?

Gemini may soon become your AI reading assistant, all-in-one super app, and a helper for changing Google Account settings.

Google Assistant will stick around a bit longer than expected for some Android users

www.engadget.com

Google wanted to remove Assistant from most Android phones by the end of 2025 and replace it with Gemini. But now the company has announced that it needs a bit more time to make its AI assistant the new default digital helper for most of…

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Google was at risk of losing its dominance — until it promoted this AI executive

www.cnbc.com

Josh Woodward, a 16-year Google veteran, is tasked with running the Gemini app and going head-to-head with OpenAI in the booming generative AI market.

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Gear News of the Week: LG Debuts an RGB LED TV, and Google Brings Find Hub to Wear OS

www.wired.com

Plus: Samsung also announces new Micro RGB TVs, and a looming global memory crunch might make Nvidia reduce its supply of graphics cards.

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Google Pixel Watch £199 discount sees wearers 'switch from Fitbit'

www.mirror.co.uk

The watch is said to have a range of new features compared to its previous model

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Google Assistant Remains Until Next Year, Delaying Gemini Replacement Plans for End of 2025

www.techtimes.com

Google Assistant will remain available through the holidays and 2025, before Gemini fully takes over.

Argos just cut the price of the Google Pixel 9a to an all-time low

www.express.co.uk

You can get this excellent Android phone at a bargain price before Christmas.