Violent criminals and disgraced politicians are begging Google to ‘forget’ them
In case you haven’t noticed, Google is not at all happy about having to sift through thousands of different takedown requests from citizens in Europe …
New features make Google Maps on iOS an even better travel companion
For nearly two years, Apple has been dedicated to building the only mobile maps app you’ll ever need on your iOS device, but with every improvement …
Is Google trying to kill you?
Robots and artificial intelligence have caused humans quite a bit of uneasiness, with even Tesla CEO Elon Musk saying there could be some scary outcomes …
Here’s what Google’s gorgeous Material Design looks like on the Play Store
One of Google’s main I/O 2014 announcements is the company’s new design language – dubbed Material Design – which will be applied to all of …
How to bring one of Chromecast’s coolest new features to almost any Android device
One of the coolest new features for Google’s Chromecast, the ability to mirror the display on your Android smartphone or tablet to a television, is …
Sorry, Android users: No more Android L keyboard for you
We still have several months to wait before Google finally releases its highly anticipated new Android L update, but a few apps and nifty tricks gave …
Here are 17 silly questions Google stopped asking potential employees
For some people, working at Google is a dream job — but getting there isn’t easy. Google has some very interesting hiring practices meant to ensure only the most …
Awesome new Google Maps trick makes travel planning even easier
Google unveiled a new Google Maps trick that should further help users who often find themselves planning trips and/or outdoor activities with the help of the …
Warning: Wiping Android phones doesn’t actually delete personal data (here’s what to do about it)
Have you sold your used Android phones in the past when upgrading to a new smartphone? Were you safe, making sure to reset the phones …
No, Google Now, I said ‘potato salad’
Google issued a tiny, but significant, update for its Google Now voice-based smart assistant that will let users correct the search engine when it doesn’t …
There’s one major downside to relying so much on Google Maps
There’s a reason that people prefer using Google Maps over other mapping applications: It’s just a flat-out terrific service. That said, there is one downside …
This huge Android security flaw could cost you a fortune
Android’s open nature offers some substantial benefits to consumers versus rival mobile platforms such as Apple’s iOS operating system. There are also some negative affects, …
Great new Google Now feature will let you control media with your voice
Google Now is already one of the greatest things to happen to mobile devices in the past few years. And every time we think that …
Larry Page explains why it would be ‘stupid’ to run Google like Apple
Google’s co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin sat down for a lengthy interview with former Sun CEO and current venture capitalist Vinod Khosla Fortune reports. Apple was, …
Yes, Android L can be installed on the Nexus 4 and first-gen Nexus 7
Google at I/O 2014 released a preview of Android L, its next major Android operating system version that brings a complete design makeover and a …
Google’s next-gen Nexus tablet spotted in shipping manifest
Even though some say the Nexus line of devices is approaching the end of the road, Google has recently confirmed that it doesn’t plan to …
YouTube starts shaming ISPs for delivering awful streaming
Move over, Netflix — you’re no longer the only video streaming service capable of shaming ISPs. Quartz notices that YouTube has started delivering small pop-up …
This awesome game breathes new life into Google Maps
Google launched a mapping game called Smarty Pins this week that has no apparent function except to be a fun way to educate yourself about geography. …
Control your smart home with Android Wear
If the existence of smartwatches is predicated on convenience — they need to be significantly more accessible than our phones. That’s why Android Wear’s out-of-the-box compatibility …
EU official slams Google for following the EU court’s own ‘right to be forgotten’ ruling
File this under the law of unintended (but entirely predictable) consequences. After hearing reports that Google had decided to remove a BBC News article from …
The single most disturbing Google search deletion yet
When Europe told Google that its citizens have a “right to be forgotten” by search results, the stated intention was to let ordinary citizens ask …
Just how far will Google go to make the world forget you?
The Guardian is now starting to report on the bizarre first wave of Google search results that are being erased thanks to the so-called “right …
Leaked specs show the Nexus 9 will be the most beastly Google tablet yet [updated]
We’re very happy to hear that Google isn’t going to stop producing Nexus-branded products anytime soon, particularly since both its Nexus 5 smartphone and its …
The Boy Genius Report: Android Wear is the start, but Apple can win the race
I’m not sure I am mentally ready for this whole smartwatch/band/charm/bracelet thing. I love watches — real watches — and it makes me sad to …
How to get Android L’s fantastic new notification system on your phone right now
Google’s newly unveiled “Android L” software is the biggest upgrade to the Android platform that we have seen in quite some time. The software includes …
An in-depth look at the journey behind Google’s gorgeous Android L redesign
When we think of iOS, in all of its various incarnations, we think of methodical progress. When we look at Android, we see stunted growth and …
You can now hack Android L
Hackers, start your engines — Andorid L is ready to be picked apart and made even more awesome. Google has released the source code for its …
Google buys music streaming service Songza
Just weeks after Apple’s surprising acquisition of Beats Music, Google announced on Tuesday that it has acquired Songza, another popular music streaming service. Although Google doesn’t …
This might be the single most important design change Google made with Android L
Google’s Material Design isn’t just there to make your phone’s UI look better — it’s also there to make your phone more functional. Droid Life …
Here’s Google’s latest plan to make Google+ matter
After ten years, Google’s first attempt at creating a social network is finally coming to an end. Google announced on Monday that Orkut would be officially …
