Google Maps, once solely a navigation app, has evolved into a full-featured mapping platform with a variety of features beyond just getting users from point A to point B. However, not all of these features have been successful, leading to Google making changes to the platform. Following the decision to discontinue business chats on Google … Read more
Google is testing a new feature called adaptive timeout that automatically turns off the screen when the phone is not in use. This feature is part of the upcoming software updates for Android devices, which will also include improvements in app performance and privacy and security. Although the feature has been added to the test … Read more
KnowBe4, a leading provider of simulated phishing platforms and security awareness training, has launched a new feature called PhishER Plus Threat Intel. This feature integrates website reputation data from Webroot directly into the PhishER console Plus, enabling faster and more automated detection and response to web-based threats. Cybercriminals are continuously evolving their methods to bypass … Read more
Google has expanded the Gemini AI feature to all Android devices, allowing users to access it through the Google Messages app. This feature can suggest recipes based on available ingredients, write text messages, plan itineraries, create code snippets, provide book recommendations, write various types of content, and engage in casual conversations. Gemini AI draws information … Read more
The Circle to Search feature on Android has become popular for its intuitive image search capabilities, with iOS imitators following suit. A new update may introduce audio search support and improve the user experience on Pixel tablets. Android Authority found code references to an “audio search button” in a Google app beta version, speculating that … Read more
Google Maps is reportedly preparing to remove its “Followed Places” feature in early 2025, as discovered through an APK breakdown of the app’s code. This feature allows users to track and receive updates from businesses and locations within the app, but has been losing prominence over time. Users have the option to download their tracked … Read more
The June Pixel feature release has faced delays for some US Verizon and T-Mobile subscribers, with Verizon subscribers starting to receive the update, but T-Mobile users seeing slower progress. Google has added a Telus-specific build for Canadian users, and a global build is available for those still waiting. Many Pixel 7 and 8 owners on … Read more
The latest Google Maps beta version suggests that Google may soon be phasing out the Followed Places feature, which was introduced in 2018 to allow users to receive updates from places and businesses listed on the app. The deactivation of this feature is expected to take place in January 2025, according to sources familiar with … Read more
The June Pixel feature release has faced delays for some Verizon and T-Mobile users in the US, causing frustration among Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 owners. Despite the slow rollout, the new feature drop includes QPR3 features and fixes aimed at improving device stability, such as display, charging, and lock screen issues. While Verizon and … Read more
Amazon Q has introduced a new subscription management service that enables customers to oversee and regulate their subscriptions to various Amazon Q plans. These plans include Amazon Q Business Pro, Amazon Q Business Lite, and Amazon Q Developer Pro. With this new service, administrators gain access to dashboards that display subscription specifics, such as the … Read more