English

Google / English

Stories published on Oct 3
  • Related stories in the last 90 days
  • Stories published on Oct 3

Saturday, Oct 3

00

Google's Pixel 10a gets $100 more expensive

www.gsmarena.com

It's definitely price hike season for smartphones these days. Following Samsung raising its smartphone prices just yesterday, today Google is going the same route for its cheapest Pixel.

22

Google’s original Pixel Fold was the right idea years ahead of its time

9to5google.com

Google’s original Pixel Fold was inherently flawed but also fundamentally way better than I expected and, thanks to recent arrivals, also way ahead of its time.

I ditched Google TV's cluttered home screen for a lightweight launcher, and the setup took less time than brewing coffee

There's a lot to love about Google TV — it supports a wide variety of apps, it has some nifty features, and it performs relatively well on affordable devices. However, the platform also has drawbacks, especially with its home screen.

20

4 brilliant things you can do with Google Maps (aside from navigation)

www.howtogeek.com

If there's one Google app that has fundamentally transformed the way we deal with life and experiences, it has to be Google Maps. Since its launch in early 2005, the app has evolved, taking different shapes and features, which has made it…

Google Vids Unveils Omni 1.1, Empowering Creators with AI Video Control

smallbiztrends.com

Discover how Google Vids' latest update, Omni 1.1, empowers creators with advanced AI video control features, enhancing content creation and editing experiences.

This might be one of Google Maps' most overlooked features

www.howtogeek.com

Google Maps has a long list of useful features for everyone, from drivers and cyclists to walkers and public transit users. The navigation app also has some underrated features that often fly under the radar, especially if you don't know…

19

Google Updates Guidelines to Punish Sites That Use Fake Bylines and AI-Generated Headshots

futurism.com

"Fabricating creator profiles (such as by using AI-generated headshots, made-up names, or false credentials to make content appear as if it was written by human experts) is a form of deception."

18

Google Launches AI Chips Into Orbit to Test Space Data Centers

Google’s Project Suncatcher launches AI chips into orbit to test radiation resistance, cooling, and whether space data centers could become practical.

One missing Google Docs feature has a pretty easy workaround

www.engadget.com

Dark mode is available on the Google Docs mobile app, but not the web version. Luckily, there are some ways to achieve dark mode on the web anyway.

Google Family Link helped me lock down 99% of my child's phone with ease — here's how

www.techradar.com

I tested Google Family Link, which enables parents to control their child's phone experience to keep them safe while online.

16

What's the difference between Google Pay and Google Wallet?

www.engadget.com

The history of Google Wallet and Google Pay has led to a great deal of confusion.

15

Google just added a massive Maps feature to Gemini — with one big catch

www.phonearena.com

Google has added Maps integration in Gemini. But only on mobile.

14

How Long Do Owners Say Google Nest Thermostats Typically Last?

www.bgr.com

Google Nest owners share how long their thermostats have held up, plus the battery, support, and maintenance factors that can affect longevity.

6,000 miles with Google Maps taught me to stop blindly following the blue route

After more than 6,000 miles of driving with Google Maps, I have learned that I shouldn’t follow the blue route without thinking. It is good at getting me from point A to point B, but the route it suggests isn’t always the route I actually…

13

I used Pixel’s new battery summaries for a week — and Google has work to do

I rolled my eyes when I heard Google was bringing AI battery summaries to Pixel phones. I’ve enjoyed some of the latest Gemini Intelligence improvements on my Pixel 11 Pro XL, but some implementations seem excessive. Still, battery life is…

I found the perfect Microsoft Word replacement, and it isn't Google Docs

www.pocket-lint.com

Microsoft Word is built for the finished version of a piece, but Scrivener's $59.99 one-time license is built for everything that happens before that.

08

Google AI Plus and free users are losing access to Gemini models, and it's happening very soon

About three months ago, Google offered me a deal for the Plus subscription tier where I got it at a ~75% discount for three months. It was a really good deal for improved storage space, more Gemini usage, and, the most important part for…

Can AI chips work better in space? Google sends four into orbit to find out

www.malaymail.com

LOS ANGELES, Oct 3 — Google launched a prototype satellite into orbit on Thursday to evaluate how its Tensor Proce...

Google stuns many by raising the price of a currently offered Pixel model

www.phonearena.com

Thanks to the DRAM shoirtage and price hike, Google was forced to make this shocking move.

Google’s Gemini 4 “Argon” Faces Internal Doubts Over Real-World Coding Performance

www.naturalnews.com

(NaturalNews) Google parent company Alphabet on Wednesday unveiled Gemini 4 "Argon," its flagship artificial intelligence model, according to the company. Alphabet ...