Topic: google services
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New Pass-ta-key attack exposes hidden passkey vulnerabilities
A security researcher disclosed a "Pass-ta-key" attack that can steal all passkeys stored in Google Password Manager for Windows, but only if the device is already infected with malware,a condition experts say limits its novelty and impact. The attack exploits a common misconception: FIDO 2 speci...
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Google Merchant Center outage under investigation
Google is investigating a disruption to Google Merchant Center that began August 6 at 13:06 UTC, but has not disclosed the root cause, affected features, or a fix timeline as of the latest update. The outage threatens retailers relying on Merchant Center for product feeds across Google Shopping, ...
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Google Messages adds customizable shortcuts grid
Google Messages is introducing a new customization feature that lets users rearrange the shortcut grid in any conversation, accessed via the 'plus' icon next to the text input field. The grid can hold up to 11 functions (e.g., Gallery, Camera, GIFs, Stickers, Location), with the two location tile...
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Gmail's live translation feature arrives for Android and iOS
Google has begun testing Gmail Live on Android and iOS, which provides real-time email translations without needing separate apps or manual copying. The feature automatically detects foreign languages, offers instant translation overlays, supports dozens of languages for both incoming and outgoin...
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Gemini multitasking upgrade could arrive soon
Google is developing new capabilities for its Gemini assistant to enhance multitasking, allowing seamless interaction across different apps without requiring users to switch contexts. The upgrade aims to make Gemini more versatile by improving cross-app functionality and contextual awareness, res...
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Google Meet and Translate get Gemini 3.5 Live Translate with listening mode
Google has launched Gemini 3.5 Live Translate, featuring a new listening mode that enables real-time, speech-to-speech translation in Google Meet and Google Translate without manual toggling. The update provides live captions and audio translations in Google Meet for smoother multilingual meeting...
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Google Health Premium merges with AI Pro in weekly email redesign
Google has merged Google Health Premium with its AI Pro subscription tier, retaining the same pricing for existing members during the current billing cycle. The combined plan streamlines access to health tracking and AI tools, with a redesigned weekly email digest that now integrates AI-powered i...
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Android's new AI predicts your next action
Google is quietly rolling out a new "contextual suggestions" AI feature for Android that learns from user habits and location to predict next actions, such as suggesting a workout playlist at the gym. The feature has reached the stable channel on some devices, appearing live on Pixel 10 series ph...
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WooCommerce Adds YouTube Video Product Sales Feature
WooCommerce store owners can now sell products directly on YouTube through a new integration, connecting their store to a potential audience of over 2.7 billion monthly users. Merchants can tag products in their videos and Shorts, creating interactive shoppable cards and a dedicated shopping tab ...
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How to Enable iOS 26.4's New iCloud Feature
The iOS 26.4 update introduces a new, manually enabled search feature for files and photos on iCloud.com, enhancing Apple's traditionally weaker web services. The feature allows encrypted, on-device searches of iCloud Drive and Photos from a browser, with intelligent suggestions and no search his...
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Google Fixes Fitbit Calorie Goals, Pixel Watch Workaround
Google is fixing a bug that incorrectly lowered daily calorie targets for some Fitbit users without their input, restoring goals via a server-side update. A separate syncing issue prevents the Google Pixel Watch from accurately displaying calorie burn data in the Fitbit app, though a temporary wo...
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Google Pixel Watches Hit Record-Low Prices
The Google Pixel Watch 4 is available at a record-low price of $289.99, featuring dual-frequency GPS, enhanced sleep tracking, and user-replaceable components for improved durability and battery life. The previous-generation Pixel Watch 3 is also at its lowest price, starting at $169.99, offering...
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Samsung's Bixby Reboot Adds AI and Device Controls in One UI 8.5
Samsung has relaunched its Bixby virtual assistant with advanced AI and enhanced device control, rolling out via the One UI 8.5 beta to compete by focusing on seamless device management. The update introduces natural language processing for intuitive device control and provides real-time web-sour...
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Top Android OS Alternatives for 2026: Our Expert Reviews
The primary alternative to Google's mobile ecosystem involves using modified versions of Android (AOSP forks) that remove proprietary services, prioritizing privacy while maintaining app compatibility, with Linux-based systems like SailfishOS being a less polished, more radical departure. A key m...
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Gemini's 'Screen Automation' Can Order Food and Book Rides on Android
Google is developing "screen automation" for Gemini, enabling it to perform real-world tasks like ordering food or booking rides directly within apps on Android phones. The experimental feature includes warnings that Gemini can make mistakes, placing responsibility on users to supervise its actio...
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Gemini Analyzes Your Photos and Emails for Smarter Answers
Google is launching an optional "personal intelligence" feature for paying Gemini AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, allowing the AI to analyze personal data from services like Gmail and Photos for more tailored responses. Users maintain full control, able to selectively connect data sources and revok...
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The Complete Guide to Importing a Chinese Smartphone
Importing Chinese smartphones offers high-end features at lower costs, but requires careful navigation to avoid pitfalls like software and network issues. Critical distinctions exist between China-only and global models, with the latter being safer due to pre-installed Google services, full langu...
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The One iOS Feature Android Desperately Needs
Android data migration is frustrating and inconsistent, especially when switching between different phone brands, often forcing users to start nearly from scratch. In contrast, Apple's ecosystem allows for effortless iPhone-to-iPhone transfers, seamlessly moving app data, settings, and layouts du...
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How to Change Your Gmail Address (Step-by-Step Guide)
Google is now gradually rolling out the ability for users to change their primary @gmail.com address, a long-requested feature that solves a common pain point for account holders. The change process is straightforward, preserves all account data and emails, and importantly allows users to switch ...
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Change Your Gmail Address Soon: Here's How
Google is beginning to roll out a feature allowing users to change their primary Gmail address while keeping their existing account and data, with the old address becoming a functional alias. A key restriction is that after changing the address, users cannot create additional Gmail addresses link...
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