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Andy Rubin's Essential Products Might Be Planning On Making Smart Glasses
The Essential Smart Glasses will have a built-in camera like the Snapchat Spectacles, but it can also display digital information on the lenses which is reminiscent of the Google Glass
YouTube Disables Monetization On Offensive Videos
The video-sharing platform has banned 'hateful' videos from monetizing from its advertising network.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 May Feature S8-Like Infinity Display, But No Android O
The device's 6.7-inch display will have 18.5:9 aspect ratio, up from the 16:9 aspect ratio in its predecessors.
Google Will Bring Ad Blocking Features To Chrome Browser
Google will start supporting native ad blocking within its Chrome internet browser starting next year.
Amazon Updates Alexa With New Features For Home, Apple iCloud Calendar Support
Amazon released a handful of updates to its Alexa home assistant platform.
Google Using Machine Learning To Fight Phishing, Spam Emails
Many Gmail accounts were targeted during a Google Docs based phishing scam earlier this month that tricked users into giving email access to fake Google Docs app.
Samsung Gear VR Gets Chromecast Broadcast Support
Samsung's Gear VR will get Chromecast support for broadcasts.
Google Chrome Bug: Vulnerability Allows Hacker To Discreetly Record Audio, Video
A vulnerability discovered in Google Chrome would allow an attacker to record audio or video from a user's device without the victim knowing.
Siri Speaker To Be Unveiled At WWDC, Apple Already Manufacturing Device Overseas — Report
Apple reportedly already is manufacturing its rumored Siri speaker and is integrating better sound to compete with Amazon's Echo and Google Home devices.
Android O Release Date Details: One Plus 3 Confirmed For Update
OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T smartphones will both receive the upcoming software even though they recently were discontinued.
FTC: Amazon Refunding $70M Of Unauthorized In-App Purchases Made By Children
Amazon is refunding $70 million to parents whose children made unauthorized in-app transactions, the FTC says.
Texas Bathroom Bill: Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Google Lobby Against Proposal
Tech giants including Amazon, Apple, Microsoft and Google are demanding Texas not move forward with a bill that would bar transgender students from using the bathroom that matches their gender identity.
Uber Waymo Lawsuit: Uber Fires Anthony Levandowski, Former Google Engineer At Center Of Case
Former Google engineer Anthony Levandowski has been fired by Uber because of his unwillingness to cooperate in the lawsuit filed by Waymo.
Android Malware: Apps In Google Play Store Spread 'Judy' Adware Attack To Nearly 40 Million Phones
An ad-clicking malware called Judy was able to infect nearly 40 million Android devices through apps in the official Google Play Store.
Watch Pilots Test The Kitty Hawk Flyer, Flying Vehicle Backed By Larry Page
Behind-the-scenes video shows pilots testing the Kitty Hawk Flyer, the flying vehicle project backed by Alphabet CEO and Google co-founder Larry Page.
Your Android Phone's UI Design Could Make It Vulnerable To Attacks: How To Protect Your Device
Design issues in the Android user interface might let hackers steal your passwords and other data.
Best Chrome Extensions To Help You At Work, Keep Organized
Here are some of the best Chrome extensions to help keep yourself organized.
Android Malware: Cloak And Dagger Attack Can Secretly Record User Activity
A newly discovered Android vulnerability called Cloak and Dagger allows a hacker to carry out malicious behavior on an infected device without being noticed.
Google Android Co-Creator's Essential Teases Reveal For May 30
Essential, the company from Android co-founder Andy Rubin, may reveal its upcoming smartphone later this month.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Specs For Chinese Model Include Additional UX Features
The Chinese Galaxy S8 includes features users in most markets will never see.
WannaCry Ransomware: Fake Antivirus Apps For Android Don't Protect Against Malware Attacks
A new crop of Android apps in the Google Play Store claim to protect Android users from WannaCry ransomware but may put them at risk.
Twitter Launches Live 360-Degree Videos On Apple TV App
Twitter's Apple TV app let's you watch live 360-degree videos from around the world.
Android O Beta Release Date: 9 Features Announced At Google I/O 2017
Google I/O 2017 showcased several new and updated Android O features.
How To Use Google Updates That Make Family Sharing Of Photos, Calendars, Live TV Easier
Google rolled out new family sharing features for Photos, Keep and Calendar.
New Facebook Live Chat, Streaming Features Introduced
Facebook wants to keep all your conversations on the platform with its new Live With and Live Chat With Friends features.
Kotlin, Google Lens And Everything Showcased At Google I/O 2017
Here are all the important details about Google I/O 2017.
Snooper's Charter: Survey Finds Most UK Citizens Unaware Of Government Surveillance Capabilities
A survey conducted by BestVPN.com found the majority of UK citizens are unaware of the government's ability to access their data since the passing of the Investigatory Powers Bill earlier this year.
Google Adding Shared Rooms, Voice Chat For Watching YouTube VR Videos
YouTube VR's new feature is described as a "co-watching experience" where users will be able to watch 360-degree videos with their friends.
Donald Trump Or Bill Clinton, GPS Navigation App Gives Presidential Voices As Choice For Directions
The Karta GPS app allows users to choose from voice options that include former President Bill Clinton and current President Donald Trump.
Google Assistant To Overtake Apple's Siri, Samsung's Bixby, With Over 1 Billion Installations By 2021: Survey
AI-based voice assistants will be installed on 7.5 billion devices by 2021, the report says.