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    Google Clips app pops up on the Play Store

    Google's interesting little Clips camera still hasn't been arrived at anyone's doorstep since its announcement alongside the Pixel 2 back in October, but the company has just published its companion app to the Play Store
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    Apple confirms it now uses Google Cloud for iCloud services

    Apple has confirmed that it uses Google’s public cloud to store data for its iCloud services in its latest version of the iOS Security Guide last month. Apple had previously used remote data storage systems provided by Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure.
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    Pixel Visual Core app gets updated

    Google’s Pixel Visual Core just got an update today through Google Play to v1.0.185741828. There isn’t a changelog for the update, so we don’t know what Google tweaked here. However, this app “updates image processing and machine learning algorithms on Pixel 2 phones,”
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    Former head of Android Platform security is now working on Fuchis

    XDA Developers is reporting that Nick Kralevich, who served as the head of Android Platform Security is now working on Google's Fuchsia project.
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    Deal: Get a Google Pixel for as low as $280 from Woot

    Woot is offering the Google Pixel and Pixel XL for as little as $300, as long as you're okay with a previously used device.
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    ARCore 1.0 is available to the public

    Google's take on a mobile augmented reality framework is no longer limited to a modestly-sized preview. It just released ARCore 1.0, letting anyone publish Android apps that take advantage of the toolkit to meld virtual objects with the real world.
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    Gooigle Assistant gets 30 more languagtes

    Google has announced the addition of 30 new languages to Google Assistant. Those using the app in another language will also enjoy auto detection.
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    Files Go can now back up files to Google Drive

    Another update is rolling out for Files Go, and it adds one small (but helpful) feature. When selecting files, there's a new shortcut to backup the selected item(s) to your Google Drive.
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    Google to introduce Android Go phones and push emerging communication tech at MWC

    Google has outlined its plans for Mobile World Congress 2018. They note that they'll be placing an emphasis on showing off the benefits of RCS messaging, as well as showcasing new possibilities with Google Assistant and Google Lens. We'll also see the first Android Go smartphones introduced at...
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    Google will begin certifying Android devices for business use

    Google has announced it will start certifying certain Android smartphones for enterprise use. First up on the list include both generations of Pixel phones, the BlackBerry KEYOne, LG V30 and LG G6 and more.
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    Google Assistant comes to the Nest Cam IQ

    After being absorbed by Google, Nest has announced that the Cam IQ has been updated with Google Assistant integration. The company also introduced improvements to Nest Aware.
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    Chromecast now shows multiple YouTube video results

    After seeing weather results appear on your TV through the Chromecast, Google has added another visualization effect. This time around, you will be able to see multiple YouTube video results when asking Google Home.
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    Email auto-completion comes to the latest version of Gboard

    Gboard has been updated to version 7.0 and now includes email auto-complete, along with Chinese/Korean language support, and a new universal media search function for finding emoji, stickers, and GIFs.
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    Chromebook split-screening for Android apps now available in Canary channel

    Google recently added split-screen snapping to Chrome OS so you could easily put two windows or web apps side-by-side. Unfortunately, it didn't apply to Android apps before, but that functionality has now been added to the Chrome OS Canary channel.
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    Android Pay's rebranding to Google Pay is rolling out today

    Google announced last month that it was bringing Android Pay and Google Wallet together under the new Google Pay brand. Today, the big rollout begins, with the new Google Pay-branded app now available through Google Play. If you already have the Android Pay app installed, it appears you won’t...
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    Investigations reveal Pixel 2's rapid charging depends on battery temperature

    The Pixel 2 XL's "Charging rapidly" notification isn't always an accurate statement. In low temperatures, Google's flagship will claim to be charging quickly (10W+) when, in fact, it's actually charging at less than 4W.
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    Google app beta adds built-in screenshot-editing tools

    Google's app is extremely close to rolling out a built-in screenshot-editing tool -- so close that you can now try it out as a beta tester on Android. If you join the app's beta program and download version 7.21, you'll find an option that says "Edit and share screenshots" under settings and...
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    Pixel 2 users reporting device heating and battery life issues after February security update

    Looks like the Pixel 2 February update has brought along some major issues. A lot of users, both at Reddit as well as Google's own forums, are complaining about their units getting warm (even with normal usage) and battery draining comparatively faster.
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    Google Pixel 2 users report warming phones and shortened battery life

    After installing the latest security updates on their phones, some Pixel 2 users are reporting a shortened battery life and excessive warming they weren't experiencing before.
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    Deal: Google offering some Nexus users 20% off the Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL

    Some Nexus owners are reporting receiving an email that offers them 20% off the price of the Pixel 2 or the Pixel 2 XL, directly from the Google Store.
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    Google is making it easier for 911 to find you in an emergency

    Google might have a better way of locating 911 callers with new tests to prove the improvement. In the states where the tests took place, Google sent location data from a random selection of 911 callers using Android phones straight to the people taking those calls. The test included nearly...
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    Google Play Store to expand to 52 countries and 25 languages in 2018

    A slide from the Digital News Initiative summit in Amsterdam, Netherlands revealed a map of all the countries and regions Google will cover by the end of 2018, spanning across 54 locales in 52 countries and 25 languages with local support.
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    Google is offering 20% off Pixel 2 devices to Nexus owners

    Google seems to be looking to get the Nexus crowd into Pixel 2. Select Nexus users are receiving loyalty emails that give them 20% off a Google Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL.
  24. Android News

    Google announces intent to acquire Xively

    Google has announced it intends to acquire Xively, which is a division of LogMeIn. Inc. The new acquisition will help Google expand its fully managed IoT service that easily and securely connects, manages, and ingests data from globally dispersed devices.
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    Project Fi international coverage expands to 170 countries

    Google’s Project Fi has announced it is expanding its international coverage, making it now available in 170 countries and territories. Additionally, Project Fi will also now let you know if you’re covered for your next trip based upon international flight information from Gmail.
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