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Oct 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Calendar’s Makeover: Dark Mode & New Look

Google Calendar is giving its web version a fresh coat of paint and finally introducing a dark mode. This update, which started rolling out this week, includes a new user interface with modern and accessible buttons, dialog boxes, and sidebars. The change is aimed at making your calendar experience

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's AI Companion: Copilot's Big Leap

At a lively event in LA, Microsoft showcased Copilot, a new AI tool that’s making waves. Previously, Microsoft focused on business tools, but Copilot is different. It can chat, see images, and even summarize news for users. Launched by Mustafa Suleyman, Copilot aims to be an everyday helper for ever

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Oct 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Wins Temporary Stay: Android App Store Rules Unchanged

Google has received a small but crucial win in its ongoing legal battle with Epic. A judge has temporarily halted an order that would have forced Google to open its Android app store to competitors. This means Google might avoid making any changes to the Play Store for years, possibly indefinitely,

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Oct 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Weather on Google Maps is Moving, But Where?

Have you ever felt that Google Maps is too crowded with information? Well, the app is trying to fix that. Instead of showing the weather directly on the map, Google is testing a new spot for it. Now, when you fully expand the map, the weather info appears in the top-right corner. But if you don't ex

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Photos Website Now Lets You Back Up Computer Folders Easily

Got a bunch of photos and videos on your computer that you want to back up? Google Photos has just made that task a lot simpler. Now, when you head over to photos.google.com, the site can automatically backup folders from your computer. This is similar to how Google Drive works on your desktop.

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Maps Tweaks Weather Display for a Cleaner Look

Google Maps is making a small change to how it shows weather information. Instead of having the weather widget appear on the map layer, it's moving it to a new section called "Latest in the area." This section slides up from the bottom of the Android app. The weather info will now be in the top-righ

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google’s New Podcast Maker: A Closer Look at Illuminate

Google has introduced a new tool called Illuminate, designed to create podcasts with the help of AI. Unlike its predecessor, NotebookLM, Illuminate focuses solely on crafting podcasts. The tool is currently limited to a select few, with a waitlist for broader access. Illuminate uses Google’s Gemini

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Oct 16 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google's Smart Shopping Helper

Ever dreamed of having a shopping assistant who knows just what you need? Google has made that a reality with their new AI-powered shopping feature. It's not just about suggesting products; it's about understanding your needs. Picture this: you're looking for a winter jacket for Seattle's rainy day

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Oct 16 2024TECHNOLOGY

Android 15's New Trick: Auto-Adjusting Vibrations for Pixel Phones

Have you ever missed a notification because your phone was on vibrate and the environment was too noisy? Well, Google's latest Android 15 update for select Pixel phones is here to fix that. Meet Adaptive Vibration, a clever feature that uses your phone's microphone and sensors to adjust vibration in

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Oct 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Photos Might Help You Spot AI-Generated Images Soon

Ever struggled to tell if an image was made by AI? Google Photos might soon help you out! A recent update to the app suggests it could start showing info that says whether a picture was created or edited with AI. This would be really handy, as AI-tweaked photos are everywhere these days. In the nex

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