Google’s ‘Ask for Me’ uses AI to call local businesses for you
Google launches AI bot to call businesses for you about prices and availability
Google’s ‘Ask for Me’ feature calls businesses on your behalf to inquire about services, pricing
Google offers ‘voluntary exit’ to all US platforms and devices employees
Google started off 2024 with some layoffs. It hasn’t taken similar steps (yet) in 2025, but employees are fearing the worst. And if the Platforms and Devices team is anything to go by, there’s ample reason for concern.
Mexican president says she sent letter to Google contesting Gulf of Mexico name change
Mexico president to Google: Wrong to accept Trump's Gulf of Mexico name change
Google Maps users in U.S. will see Gulf of Mexico renamed Gulf of America and Denali changed to Mount McKinley
Google’s Gemini AI app is getting faster with Flash 2.0
Google announced Thursday that the Gemini app is getting its Gemini 2.0 Flash AI model. The upgraded model “delivers fast responses and stronger performance across a number of key benchmarks, providing everyday help with tasks like brainstorming,
New Android, Google Play Security Update—2.3 Million Apps Blocked
Google has confirmed it has blocked more than 2.3 million apps as it publishes a new Android and Google Play security update—what you need to know.
Grab the Google Nest Doorbell for 22% off and get better home security
If you'll be away on vacation or soon, or you'd like to up your home's security, the Google Nest Doorbell is a great option, and the sale price of $139.99 makes it an even easier choice. With a remote eye on your front door, you'll never have to wonder if your package arrived safely.
Google's New 'Ask for Me' Search Feature Uses AI to Make Calls
Google today started rolling out a new experimental "Ask for Me" feature that's available as part of Search Labs. Google Search users
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How to transfer passwords from Google to Apple
Apple’s iCloud Passwords extension for Google Chrome lets you fill in passwords from your iCloud-based storehouse so you don’t lose access to those entries when using Chrome in the future. An option in iCloud Passwords lets you disable password autofill by Chrome so you don’t wind up with conflicting entries.
Google rolls out Gemini 2.0 Flash to all users for faster responses as DeepSeek's popularity soars
Google has launched Gemini 2.0 Flash, enhancing AI performance with quicker responses and a one million token context window. The update also improves image generation with Imagen 3, while Gemini 1.5 versions remain available as competition with DeepSeek intensifies.
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Google's Gemini 2.0 Models Are Arriving For Everyone
L ast month, Google began testing out Gemini 2.0, which would make Google’s AI chatbot more powerful and capable than ever. Now, the update is finally available for everyone.
OpenAI cites US roots to dodge India courts, but lawyers say case can be heard
OpenAI faces an uphill climb as it argues that Indian courts cannot hear lawsuits about its U.S.-based business in the country, where Telegram has failed with similar defences and U.S. technology firms have faced government heat on compliance.
Google exposes government-backed misuse of Gemini AI
Google’s report details failed attempts by hackers to jailbreak Gemini AI, with APT groups using the model for cyber reconnaissance and scripting.