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Google explains how it created ultrasonic features for Nest smart displays
By Jason England last updated
Last month, Google added ultrasonic sensing tech to its Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max. Now, the company's explaining how this feature came to be.

Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max can now react based on your proximity
By Jason England last updated
Ultrasonic sensing is now rolling out to the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max, which allows them to dynamically change what is on the display as you get closer or further away.

Google Maps gets in-depth walking directions with detailed voice guidance
By Jason England last updated

AR directions in Google Maps now widely available for Android and iOS
By Jason England last updated
Google Maps is rolling out more features to make it your best travel buddy, including AR directions, timeline sharing, and ways to view your upcoming trips and find places to eat.

Dish and Google could create a new wireless carrier
By Jason England last updated
Dish and Google are in talks to create a fourth wireless carrier if the T-Mobile and Sprint merger gets approved.

Google Maps can now help you find a bike in 24 cities across the globe
By Jason England last updated
Google Maps can now let you know how many bikes are available at bikesharing stations in 24 cities in 16 countries.

Google Search can now link to key moments in videos
By Jason England last updated
Google has introduced a new way to search video content by providing creators a way to timestamp important moments in their videos which will show up in search results.

Millions of fake businesses are currently listed on Google Maps
By Jason England last updated
Business fraud has always been an issue, and a recent Wall Street Journal investigation shows that hundreds of thousands of fake listings appear on Google Maps every month.

SOS alerts will soon show you the path of hurricanes in Google Maps
By Jason England last updated
Google is adding visualizations to SOS alerts in Google Maps to show you hurricane paths, earthquake shakemaps, and areas affected by flooding.

Google Maps adds branded location pins when getting directions
By Jason England last updated
Google Maps is adding branded location pins while navigating in time for the holiday shopping season. The branded pins will begin showing up in Maps while getting directions in the coming weeks.

The July 11 edition of The New York Times has a Stranger Things and Google Lens surprise
By Jason England last updated
Today, The New York Times, Stranger Things, and Google have all teamed up to give you a 'stranger' experience using Google Lens.

Philips Hue adds smart plugs, Edison bulbs, and Bluetooth connectivity
By Jason England last updated
Philips is announcing a new lineup of products launching in the fall, including an updated Hue Go, smart plug, smart button, spotlight bulbs, E12 candle bulbs, and new Edison-style filament bulbs.

The June 2019 security patches have arrived for Pixel devices
By Jason England last updated
The June security patches are now available for Pixel devices and include fixes for the "Ok Google" hot word and Netflix.

Google ends facial scanning program that was targeting homeless people
By Jason England last updated

Alexa can now help manage your health information
By Jason England last updated
Amazon has announced that Alexa can now help manage your health information, including scheduling appointments, checking blood sugar levels, and tracking your prescriptions.

Google Clips is the next Google product to bite the dust
By Jason England last updated

Nest Hub Max now available in U.S., UK, and Australia for $229
By Jason England last updated
The Nest Hub Max has finally arrived with a strikingly similar design to the Nest Hub, but with a larger screen, a front-facing camera, and some new tricks.

Google confirms 'Works with Nest' program will live on past its August 31 cut off
By Jason England last updated
In order to prevent breaking functionality many smart homeowners have come to rely on, Google has decided to delay the mandatory switchover from Works with Nest to Works with Google Assistant.

A bipartisan bill has been introduced to boost U.S. involvement in 5G networks
By Jason England last updated
A recent bill introduced is urging the U.S. to take a greater role in 5G networks to prevent it from being dominated by Chinese companies.

Google Maps in India now lets you know when your taxi goes off-route
By Jason England last updated
Stay Safer is another one of Google India-first initiatives that alerts riders if the auto-rickshaw or taxi goes off course.

Samsung Galaxy S20 is more likely to break than the S20+ or S20 Ultra
By Jason England last updated
SquareTrade recently tested Samsung's latest Galaxy S20 phones and assigning them breakability scores. The big winner was the Galaxy S20 Ultra, while the Galaxy S20 was the one most likely to break.

AT&T launching faster 5G+ on March 6 with Galaxy S20+ and S20 Ultra
By Jason England last updated

Samsung comes in a distant third place for true wireless headphone sales in 2019
By Jason England last updated
The latest data from Strategy Analytics shows that Apple dominates the true wireless headphone market, with Xiaomi and Samsung coming in a distant second and third place.
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