Google Japan has introduced its latest experimental hardware interface, the Gboard Kurukuru Version, a concept peripheral that reverses standard typing mechanics by placing individual keys on motorized conveyor belts. Rather than requiring hands to travel across a static surface, the device continuously transports characters directly to the user’s fingertips. The hardware architecture relies on four…
The Ireland Data Protection Commission (DPC) has imposed a fine of €403 million ($463 million) on Google for a number of violations of the GDPR concerning the processing of users’ location data, the DPC said. The investigation was initiated by the DPC in February 2020 following complaints from consumer rights organizations and looked at three…
Google is reportedly in advanced talks to license technology and hire staff from AI startup Mechanize in a deal valued at more than $1.5 billion, according to Business Insider. The agreement would give Google access to Mechanize’s technology and bring some of its employees into the company. If completed, the deal would expand Google’s investment…
Fulfilling a promise made during Google I/O 2026, Google has officially begun rolling out native YouTube support for Android Auto, eliminating the need for third-party workarounds. The update delivers enhanced system stability and allows drivers to stream content in Full HD 1080p resolution at 60 fps directly on their vehicle’s dashboard screen. To prioritize driver…
The Pixel 11 Pro in matte obsidian. | Photo: David Imel / The Verge Looking to get your hands on the latest Pixel devices? After weeks of leaks and rumors, Google has officially announced its next generation of Pixel phones and watches. The base Pixel 11 starts at $899, the Pro and Pro XL are…
Google TV Freeplay, the company’s free, ad-supported streaming service, now supports video on demand. Instead of tuning into Google TV Freeplay’s selection of always-on channels, you can now choose from over 10,000 shows and movies to watch whenever you want. The update introduces titles like Lady Bird, Seventeen Again, and Hell’s Kitchen, according to Google’s…
YouTube has announced significant updates to its monetization criteria, doubling the watch-time threshold for new content creators entering the YouTube Partner Program. Effective February 1, 2027, the updated guidelines raise entry barriers while leaving existing monetized channels unaffected. Revised Monetization Thresholds Under the updated framework, new channels seeking advertising revenue must meet significantly higher performance…
It’s that time of year: On Wednesday, Google is set to host its annual Made by Google hardware launch event for Pixel gadgets. Google itself has already teased new slab-style and foldable Pixel smartphones, but leaks also indicate that the company could announce updated watches, a new color for familiar earbuds, and perhaps a brand…
Google has detailed official hardware and system requirements for integrating the Gemini Nano AI model locally within the Chrome browser. While intended to enable on-device artificial intelligence processing, the update introduces steep local storage demands. High Storage Thresholds According to official documentation, Chrome requires 20 GB of free disk space to initiate downloading the generative…
An APK breakdown of Google Translate version 10.28.62.953449214.8-release, conducted by Android Authority, reveals that Google is actively testing a dedicated home screen widget for its Live Translate feature. This shortcut aims to provide users with direct, immediate access to real-time translation capabilities without requiring them to launch the full mobile application. The proposed widget displays…
