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Google Rolls Out Gemini for Home Replacing Google Assistant on Smart Speakers and Displays
Google has officially rolled out Gemini for Home, replacing Google Assistant on all smart speakers and displays. The update adds conversational AI, Gemini Live, smarter camera features, and a redesigned Google Home app with premium AI features under a $10/month plan.


Gmail to End Support for Gmailify and POP from January 2026
Google has announced that Gmail will end support for Gmailify and POP from January 2026. Users can switch to IMAP for real-time syncing and seamless external account management in Gmail.


Google Expands YouTube Premium Features with Audio and Shorts Upgrades
YouTube Premium is rolling out enhanced audio quality, precise playback speeds, smarter video navigation, and new Shorts features across Android, iOS, web, smart TVs, and consoles for a richer viewing experience.


Google Gemini App Update Introduces Smarter 2.5 Flash Model Features
Google updates the Gemini app with the improved 2.5 Flash model featuring clearer formatting, stronger homework help, better image understanding, and developer previews for 2.5 Flash and Flash-Lite.


Google Expands Conversational Editing in Photos to More Android Users
Google expands its AI-powered conversational editing in Google Photos to all eligible Android users in the US. Powered by Gemini, the feature lets users edit images with simple voice or text commands.


Google Introduces Chrome DevTools MCP Public Preview to Empower AI Coding Agents
Google has launched Chrome DevTools MCP public preview, a new tool that connects AI coding agents like Gemini CLI, Claude Code, and GitHub Copilot with Google Chrome for real-time debugging, testing, and automation.


Google Play Gets Major Redesign With AI Powered Features and New You Tab
Google Play is getting a major redesign with AI-powered navigation, the new You tab, generative AI avatars, Play Games Leagues, Gemini-powered Sidekick, and Guided Search.


Google Gemini to Get Smarter with Screen Context Feature for Easier Assistance
Google is testing a new Screen Context feature for its Gemini AI assistant, allowing it to understand what’s on your screen without extra taps. Learn how it works, privacy controls, and what this means for the future of Gemini.


Google Brings Experimental Search App to Windows with Powerful AI and Drive Integration
Google has launched a new experimental Search app for Windows via Search Labs. It lets users search the web, Google Drive, apps, and PC files from one place, with Lens and AI integration.


Google Chrome Gemini AI Update Turns Browser Into Smart Assistant
Google Chrome integrates Gemini AI, bringing advanced features like AI Mode, Workspace integration, enhanced protection, and multi-step automation. Here’s everything you need to know.


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Google Discover Update Brings Instagram, X, and YouTube Shorts to Your Feed
Google Discover is getting a major update with Instagram posts, X (Twitter) updates, and YouTube Shorts integration. Now you can follow creators, choose news sources, and enjoy a personalized content hub in one place.


YouTube Music Testing Lyrics Paywall for Free Users
YouTube Music is testing a lyrics paywall that limits free users to just 3 lyric views before requiring Premium. Here’s what this means, how it compares to Spotify’s failed attempt, and the best alternatives available.


How Google’s Gemini Nano Banana is Transforming Selfies into 90s Bollywood Magic
Discover the viral Banana AI Saree trend turning selfies into 90s Bollywood-style portraits using Google’s Gemini Nano Banana tool. Learn how to create your own vintage-inspired edits.


Google Gemini Adds Audio Upload Feature Making AI Workflows Smarter
Google Gemini now supports uploading audio files along with documents, images, and videos in a single prompt. Users can upload up to 10 files with size and duration limits, while Pro and Ultra plans offer extended capacities for larger projects.


Google Partners with Cashify to Launch Authorised Refurbished Pixel Phone Sale in India
Google partners with Cashify to launch authorised refurbished Pixel smartphone sale in India. Get certified Pixel phones at affordable prices with a 1-year warranty.


Google’s DeepMind Unveils ‘Nano Banana’ in Gemini App
Google’s DeepMind has launched the ‘Nano Banana’ AI model in its Gemini app, allowing fans to create realistic selfies with Shah Rukh Khan, swap outfits, blend photos, and experiment with AI-powered creative edits—all with transparency and watermarking.


Google Translate App Gets Powerful AI Boost with Live Conversation Translation and Language Practice
Google Translate adds AI-powered live conversation translation for 70 languages and a new language practice feature with Gemini AI. Available on Android and iOS in the US, India, and Mexico.


Google Introduces Mandatory Developer Verification for Android Apps, Even Outside Play Store
Google is rolling out mandatory developer verification for all Android apps, including those installed outside the Play Store. This major policy change, starting next year, aims to reduce malware, improve app security, and hold developers accountable.


FreeVPN.One Chrome Extension Exposed for Spying on Users
FreeVPN.One, a Chrome VPN extension with 100K+ installs, has been exposed for secretly spying on users by capturing screenshots of websites. Discover how researchers uncovered this privacy risk, why free VPNs can be dangerous, and tips to stay safe online.
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