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After I/O and Build, 10 Things to Know About the Promise and Peril of AI
Recent developers' conferences from Microsoft and Google leave me feeling that their AI technologies aren't as easy to work with as they'd like you to believe.
Google Teased AR Glasses at I/O, and I've Already (Sort of) Used Them
Google's Project Astra demo included a pair of mystery augmented reality glasses. In testing a pair of rival smart glasses, I think I might have some idea of what Google has up its sleeve.
Android 15 Beta: Our Top 5 Favorite Features So Far
Google drops the second Android 15 beta at I/O, bringing with it intriguing enhancements to privacy and security, so you can browse, game, and travel with confidence.
Everything You Missed From Google I/O 2024: Gemini, Project Astra, and More
Gemini is making its way into just about every Google product; here's what the AI can do for you.
Hands On With Google's Project Starline: 3D Video Conferencing Gets Real
At Google I/O, we try Project Starline, the company's hyper-realistic video-conferencing solution.
Google Takes a Page From Apple With Android Theft Protection
Later this year, Android phones will require biometric authentication before disabling theft protection or accessing stored passkeys when the device is outside your trusted locations.
Dangerous? Signal Blasts Google Effort to Use AI to Scan for Scam Phone Calls
One of the leaders of the private messaging app Signal calls the feature 'dangerous' because it could potentially spy on users.
Putting Gemini to the Test: First Look at Google's Project Astra
The AI Sandbox setup at I/O had us challenging Google's latest Gemini model by drawing maps, kicking soccer balls, mixing beats, and dreaming up doomsday scenarios.
Google Play Upgrades Allow Developers to Know if Your Phone's Been Hacked
'App access risk' allows Android to notify an app if another app might be recording the screen, overlaying content, or taking control of the phone.
Google Harnesses Gemini AI to Stop Scam Phone Calls in Real Time
Alerts are designed to appear if a caller asks for personal information such as passwords, PINs, or banking details, and urges people to hang up.
Google Unveils Veo, a Text-to-Video Generator to Rival OpenAI's Sora
Google court creatives with new AI tools for generating video, music, and images from text prompts. Should they go for it?
Google Brings Gemini 1.5 Pro to Advanced, Adds Smaller 'Flash' Model
Gemini Advanced, Google’s version of ChatGPT Plus, now has an expanded context window of 1 million tokens and supports file uploads from Google Drive.
Google 'Project Astra' Aims to Level Up the AI Assistant Experience
In an impressive demo, a Google employee points a smartphone camera at various objects and scenes, including computer code, and the Project Astra AI identifies and explains them.
Google I/O 2024: What to Expect and How to Watch
Google's annual developer conference, scheduled for May 14 (today!), should feature more about Android 15 as well as details about how Google plans to incorporate Gemini AI into future products.
Hands On: Google's Pixel 8a Showcases Understated Elegance
At less than $500, the Pixel 8a aims to balance high-end features and value. Here are our first impressions of Google's latest phone.
Google Pixel 8a vs. Pixel 8 vs. Pixel 8 Pro: What's the Difference?
With prices ranging from $499 to $1,399, we break down Google's Pixel 8 lineup to help you decide which phone is right for you.
Google's Pixel 8a Brings Tensor G3 Chip, Advanced AI to $499 Price
With better specs and the same price as last year's model, the Pixel 8a looks to be a strong value for Android buyers. Google's Pixel Tablet also gets a price drop to make it more attractive.
Android 14 Is Here: 5 Features We're Excited to Try
Here are the AI-driven Android customizations coming to Google's mobile operating system.
Pixel 7a vs. Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Which Google Smartphone Is Best for You?
Google now has three phones in the Pixel 7 family. Here's what each one brings to the table.
Google Pixel Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: What's the Difference?
A new foldable contender has entered the market to challenge Samsung's dominance. Can the Pixel Fold rival the Galaxy Z Fold 4? Here's a rundown on what sets each one apart.
