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Android TV to get updated with new user interface, Google Assistant support
Google announced that a new version of Android TV will launch later this year in conjunction with the release of Android O. This is good news if you're an avid user of the platform. Android TV will get a brand new user interface, better content recommendations and more. Google launched the service back in ...
Google Daydream platform to receive major update, will add casting and video capture
There is no doubt that Google has been pushing its VR product division called Daydream. Along with Tango, there are one of most talked about technologies here at Google IO. Google announced no too long ago that update is coming to Daydream bringing its current version to 2.0. Users can now cast content directly to ...
Google Photos users number grows to 500 million
Google Photos is my go-to photos app and 500 millions users around the globe. Google announced today some new features with the Photos app which is less than 2 years old. According to the Search giant, over 12 billion photos and videos uploads every day! Google also unveiled that you can make your photos into an ...
Picture-In-Picture is a new feature coming with Android O
Although already present in some way in other devices like Samsung, picture-in-picture is the newest feature coming with Android O. As its name states, it allows you to multi-task while on you're on a call or watching a video. You can for example check your calendar while you're on a call with your significant other, ...
Goodbye Google Goggles, say Hi to Google Lens
Fans of the almost dead Google Goggles, rejoice! During the IO event, Google announced the release of Google Lens. This is major news folks. The new app is smarter and more interactive than its predecessor. It will work with the Google Assistant as one of its features, so no need to download a separate app. One of ...
Google introduces hands free calling to Google Home
I am a big fan of Google Home, it knows me so well. Sometimes too well. I use it every morning to check the weather, my calendar and news. The only it was missing is hands free calling. Today that changed. Whether you're cooking or working on a project and don't feel like picking up your phone to answer, Google Home ...
You can now register for Google’s Android O Beta
Google usually opens the doors for testers to its newest Android versions every year during the IO conference. This year is no exception. If you're a developer or have enough Android knowledge, you can grab the beta image of the new Android O. The included devices are the Pixel, Pixel XL, Nexus 5X, Neuxs 6P, Pixel C ...
Google adds “Smart Reply” to its 1 Billion Gmail user database
Have you ever seen those little preloaded replies on Allo and Inbox? Well, Gmail now has it too. Google announced this new feature at the IO conference in Mountain View. Smart Reply basically works in the background. Instead of typing a quick message to reply to an email, you can quickly select one of the message ...
Google renames Android Device Manager app to “Find My Device,” update now available
You might want to check out your Device Manager app. It received a new update changing its name to "Find My Device" and also updating its UI. In case, you have never heard or used the Android Device Manager, it is an app that helps you locate your misplaced, lost or stolen phone. On top of that, it also allows you to ...
YouTube TV goes live today for select markets, users gets a free 30-day trial
Remember Google and their new service, YouTube TV? Well it is now live but only if you live in certain markets. The service is Google's attempt to compete with online TV-streaming companies like Sling, PlayStation Vue and even Direct TV (Direct TV Now). For a mere $35, Google offers a decent, yet not extensive, ...
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[App] Scan and save printed photos with the new Google PhotoScan
Have you ever found an old favorite printed picture that you wished you could convert to a digital photos? The folks at Google are here to help. They launched an app called PhotoScan which is currently available in the Play Store. PhotoScan is a scanner app that allows you to have a digital file(s) of your pictures ...
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Alarm Clock app is the best thing you will download today
Our very own Lehigh Valley native, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson released a new app called the Rock Clock. This is unlock any other alarm clock out there. You get to wake up to your favorite wrestler voice in the morning. Not only you can use it as an alarm but you can use it to set goals for your self. For example, ...
The Samsung Pay app up for grabs in the Play Store
Samsung Pay is perhaps the best mobile payment method in the market. At least in my opinion. Not only it uses NFC but it also uses MST (Magnetic Secure Payment) technology which is accepted in over 30 million locations (according to Samsung). The application was only available to Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus ...
Twitter’s 140 character limit for direct messages (DMs) is a thing of the past now
While I think the 140 character limit on Twitter is cool and makes direct messages concise and straight to the point, the majority of the social media outlet users wanted the limit to be gone. If you’ve checked your Direct Messages today, you may have noticed that something’s missing: the limitation of 140 ...
Google Hangouts 4.0 Update is a go, brings Material Design and more
The long awaited Google Hangout 4.0 is finally here folks. And yes, it is available on a Monday and not on a typical Google-update Wednesday. It has already started rolling out but as you probably know, it will happen in stages. But not to worry, we have the apk file for you. This is what's new inf the new ...
DashClock returns with Material Design update
Roman Nurik, a design advocate at Google, launched DashClock Widget a couple of years ago. He hasn't updated it since December of 2013. The cool thing about this widget is that it not only let you keep an eye on your emails, weather or time but it also allows you to add custom extensions for specific apps like ...
Twitter Android app will track your installed apps for more ad revenue
Twitter, Oh Twitter. The giant social media outlet is planning to "help you build a more personal Twitter experience" in an upcoming update for the Android app. They will so do so thanks to what they call the "App Graph." This will allow them to track your downloaded apps to learn about your interests. Don't get ...
[Black Friday] Swiftkey offers up to 66% Off all theme packs, including the Material Design One
My go-to third party Android keyboard Swiftkey is now running an awesome sale on its theme packs just in time for Black Friday. The promotions has already begun (12PM EST) and we're looking at up to 66% off all the packs. The price of a theme pack usually sells for $2.99 and has 5 to 10 different themes. Today, ...
[APK] Enable Double Tap to wake on your Nexus 6 with this app (root required)
Since the release of the Nexus 6, everyone has been wondering why would Google deactivate the double tap to wake feature - a feature that the Nexus 9 has.They instead opted for the ambient display.mode which is great and all but not as cool as double tap. Thankfully, XDA member 'naxir' made an app that lets you do ...
Motorola Camera and Gallery apps receive updates with Material Design flair
Motorola is a busy company right now. They're releasing phones all over the place and that didn't keep them from updating their Camera and Gallery apps. Although these are what we consider major updates, they bring a more refined look to both apps with material design in mind. The Motorola Camera updated app ...
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