Google Will Soon Let You Securely Unlock Your Phone With Your Pixel Watch

Google Will Soon Let You Securely Unlock Your Phone With Your Pixel Watch

Google Pixel Watch is set to get a new feature called Watch Unlock that was revealed by the company at CES 2023. Users will be able to use their smart watch to unlock their Android smartphone, as the name suggests. The idea is that this will serve as a backup security feature if your phone … Read more

Why US Public Schools Are Suing Big Tech Over Social Media Harm

Why US Public Schools Are Suing Big Tech Over Social Media Harm

Seattle’s public school district filed a lawsuit against Big Tech claiming that the companies were responsible for a worsening mental health crisis among students and directly affected the schools’ ability to carry out their educational mission. The complaint, filed on Friday against Alphabet Inc, Meta Platforms Inc, Snap Inc, and TikTok-owner ByteDance with the U.S. … Read more

Google to bring this audio feature in Android 13: What is it, how will it work – Times of India

Google to bring this audio feature in Android 13: What is it, how will it work – Times of India

Google is bringing a new feature to Android 13 that will enable users to switch the audio output based on the proximity to the device. Users will get notifications on their phones/ tablets asking their permission to switch to the nearest output device, including phone, speakers, headphones, TV, car, and more.“We are developing a way … Read more

Explained: How Qualcomm is planning to bring satellite connectivity to Android – Times of India

Explained: How Qualcomm is planning to bring satellite connectivity to Android – Times of India

Apple launched its latest iPhone 14 series a few months ago. These new smartphones arrived with a new feature that allows iPhone users to send emergency messages via satellite. This feature can come in handy for users in remote locations where there are weak or no cellular connections The satellite connectivity feature is now available … Read more

Google’s new HD Maps to arrive for these EVs: What is it – Times of India

Google’s new HD Maps to arrive for these EVs: What is it – Times of India

Google’s native Android Automotive operating system is getting updated with a new feature. The tech giant has confirmed the roll-out of a new high-definition (HD) version of Google Maps for vehicles that supports Android Auto. This new HD version of Google Maps will offer granular details that weren’t available earlier, including — lane markings, road … Read more

Android Auto App With Material You Design Is Here: All Details

Android Auto App With Material You Design Is Here: All Details

Google is finally rolling out the Android Auto app with the new Material You design in stable form for all. The new update announced at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2023, brings in a redesigned UI and some exciting features like Coolwalk UI for all, split screen functionality, as well as multitasking features. The … Read more

Why Amazon’s Layoffs Hint at More Pain for the Tech Sector in 2023

Why Amazon’s Layoffs Hint at More Pain for the Tech Sector in 2023

The massive job cuts by Amazon, one of the biggest private employers in the US, show the wave of layoff sweeping through the tech sector could stretch into 2023 as companies rush to cut costs, analysts said on Thursday. As a demand boom during the pandemic rapidly turns into bust, tech companies shed more than … Read more

Google to Mentor 1 Million Indian Women Entrepreneurs: Blinken

Google to Mentor 1 Million Indian Women Entrepreneurs: Blinken

Applauding the efforts of the US-India Alliance for Women’s Economic Empowerment that connects the private sector and civil society to help women grow their businesses, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that Google India has committed to mentoring 1 million Indian women entrepreneurs. Launching US Strategy on Global Women’s Economic Security here on … Read more

Google is making a multi-device pitch using these Android features – Times of India

Google is making a multi-device pitch using these Android features – Times of India

Over the last few years, Google has been making a strong pitch for Android to work seamlessly with other devices. And while it doesn’t have as strong a grip on both hardware and software integration as Apple, steps have been taken to get better. Erik Kay, VP, Android, in a blog post said the company … Read more

Microsoft to End Support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1 on This Date

Microsoft to End Support for Windows 7, Windows 8.1 on This Date

Microsoft will discontinue security updates and technical support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 on January 10. The announcement coincides with the release of Microsoft Edge 109, the last edition to support the outdated operating systems. Although the browser will continue to function on these devices, no critical security updates or new features will be … Read more