YouTube closes ad-blocker loopholes, angering users with new video restrictions

YouTube is rewriting the rules of engagement, shutting down ad blockers with a decisive no-play policy and sealing off the last...

Google Photos pauses AI-based image search feature

The feature is being paused due to problems with speed, accuracy, and overall user experience.

Google Wallet parts ways with PayPal

You’ll now need to add a credit card, debit card, or bank account directly to keep making payments with the app.

Gemini AI will now automatically summarize your emails in Gmail

When you get a long email, Gemini will show a short recap of the key points at the top of the...

YouTube adds visual search to Shorts using Google Lens

Google Lens will analyze that part of the video and show you related search results.

Volvo partners with Google for Gemini AI in its cars

You could ask Gemini to translate languages, help with directions, locate specific places, or even explain sections of the car's manual.

Google launches Flow AI video editing tool

Flow lets you make cinematic clips with visual scenes and audio, without needing to film anything.

Google commits $150M to make AI smart glasses with Warby Parker

Google commits $75 million to help Warby Parker and another $75 million if the company reaches certain progress goals.

Google rolls out NotebookLM apps for Android and iOS

You can upload documents, PDFs, notes, or even share websites and YouTube videos with it. 

Google rolls out scam and theft protection features for Android

A new Find My Hub will also help users locate lost items and people.

Google brings Gemini AI to your smartwatch, car, smart TV

Google plans to replace its Assistant with Gemini AI on these devices.

Google announces AI Futures Fund to support AI startups

In some cases, Google may also invest money directly into these startups.

Google to settle Texas privacy lawsuits with $1.4 billion

The settlement comes at a time when Google is also dealing with other serious legal challenges. 

Mexico sues Google over Gulf of America renaming on Maps

The issue is that Google started showing the "Gulf of Mexico" as the "Gulf of America" for users in the US. 

Google Chrome for Android gets AI-powered scam protection

This new feature will arrive on Android smartphones later in 2025.

Perplexity, OpenAI want to buy Chrome from Google

Perplexity says it could take over Chrome and run it successfully without compromising quality or introducing fees.

Google opposes DOJ’s proposed changes around search

The judge is hearing arguments and expert testimony to figure out what "fair" look like.

The DOJ wins ad tech antitrust case against Google

Google says that its tools don’t hurt competition and they’re just popular because they’re effective and easy to use.

Android users get Gemini Live camera and screen sharing for free

All Android users should have access to these features by the end of the month. 

Google is switching to one domain across the world

Google is gradually phasing out the use of country-specific web addresses.