You can now ask Google's mobile app (almost) anything
Frankly, it was always possible to ask Google anything, but for slightly more complicated questions, the answers were a bit...wanting. Now, Google has updated its mobile app to better understand complex queries. In a blog post Monday, Google product manager Satyajeet Salgar explains some of the…
Google Has Two New Drones in the Works
Earlier this month, Google filed paperwork with the Federal Aviation Administration for two new unmanned aerial vehicles, registering the craft to the company’s Boulder, Colo., office. The tech site Engadget first spotted the filings and guessed that they belonged to Project Wing, the drone…
Google preps its latest Nexus phones: Is pure Android overrated?
Google's latest Nexus devices land Sept. 29 and a big part of the pitch will revolve around the pure Android experience. That experience isn't what it used to be. Google next week will unveil its latest Nexus phones and you can expect two versions with partners LG and Huawei. These devices are…
Yes, the Moto 360 does work with the iPhone
As long as the Moto 360 has the latest version of Android Wear, it just works. Today, Google revealed that its Android Wear platform will now work with the iPhone, a big step for the nascent wearables world. However, that step doesn't come without a few caveats, namely that it only applies to new…
Google's Project Soli to bring gesture control to wearables
Gesture-based system are usually attached to video game consoles like the Microsoft Kinect or your computer like the Leap Motion. Google's ATAP team figured that the smaller form factor of the smartwatch segment needed its own finger-waving way to control the devices without having to reply on the…
Android M is official and coming later this year
Google officially introduced Android M, the next version of its mobile operating system, at its annual I/O conference in San Francisco on Thursday. Like 2014's Android L preview, which eventually became 5.0 Lollipop, Google hasn't yet granted Android M its delicious dessert name or a version…
Google reportedly building an OS for the Internet of Things
Google is tipped to be developing another new operating system, this time for the Internet of Things. This new operating system is code-named "Brillo" and will connect all devices connected to the internet. This software may be launched under the Android brand and could have the ability to run on…
Google Launches Its Own Wireless Service, Project Fi
As rumored for months, Google has just announced plans to offer its own wireless cellular service. Here’s what we know so far: It’s called “Project Fi” It’s for Nexus 6 owners only, at first. It’s invite only right now. You can sign up for an invite here. It’s built on top of Sprint and T-Mobile’s…
Android rolls out 'on-body' smart lock to foil device thieves
Google is rolling out a new automatic "smart lock" function that uses your mobile device's accelerometer to determine when you set the gadget down, to possibly protect your data better if your device is stolen. According to a report on Android Police, the new mode is called on-body detection. It…
Touring the world's first 'Google Shop'
For a while now, Google has been using Currys PC World stores across the UK to promote its latest Chromebooks, Chromecast and Nexus devices. The company normally takes over a small section of the shop with its own decor, demo stations and staff, which naturally attract the attention of curious…