Google announced a major new addition to its AI-powered Search Generative Experience (SGE) - its ability to provide you with a quick summary of an article so that you don't have to go through it in its entirety, The Verge reported. This comes on the back of a feature SGE had introduced earlier which essentially summarised search results which saves you from scrolling forever in … [Read more...] about New Google AI-powered Search Generative Experience feature will summarize articles for you
Google to offer native support for eSignatures in Google Docs and Drive
The adoption of electronic signatures as a convenient means for signing legal documents or managing crucial paperwork has seen a surge in recent years. It comes as no surprise, then, that Google is stepping into the realm of electronic signatures with the introduction of native support for eSignatures within Google Docs and Google Drive. As Android Central stated, the tech … [Read more...] about Google to offer native support for eSignatures in Google Docs and Drive
YouTube rolling out new 1080p playback option to select Premium subscribers
YouTube recently began testing a new video quality option called "1080p Premium" with an enhanced bitrate. Exclusively available to YouTube Premium subscribers, this feature promises to deliver a higher-quality viewing experience by providing more information per pixel, The Verge reported. For those unfamiliar with video resolutions, 1080p refers to a video resolution of … [Read more...] about YouTube rolling out new 1080p playback option to select Premium subscribers
Google announces tweaks in the search algorithm to prioritize tablet-oriented apps
Now that the Google Pixel tablet is out of the wild, the next thing the Mountain View company will have to deal with is setting its house in order. That points to making its app ecosystem more conducive to supporting large screen devices, something that can be considered to be of prime importance besides making available a well put-together tablet hardware. Fortunately, changes … [Read more...] about Google announces tweaks in the search algorithm to prioritize tablet-oriented apps
Google Reading Insights will let you keep a tab on your kid’s reading habits
Summer is here which means schools are off and it's time to relax and have fun with the kids. This is also when you can let the child inculcate the habit of reading e-books or listening to an audiobook. After all, nothing perhaps is better than letting them loose on a literary journey, something that they will perhaps be thankful to you for the rest of their life. That said, … [Read more...] about Google Reading Insights will let you keep a tab on your kid’s reading habits
The E Ink Invisible Calendar syncs with and displays your Google Calendar
DIY enthusiasts creating handy projects using E Ink displays are a dime a dozen these days. You will also come across several that serves as a calendar, allowing you to set reminders and such. However, as BoingBoing stated, there is one that stands apart from the rest in that it can sync with your Google account and can show your Google Calendar. This way, you can have your … [Read more...] about The E Ink Invisible Calendar syncs with and displays your Google Calendar
Google rumored to be working on a keyboard and stylus accessories for its Pixel tablet
Tablet devices, once upon a time, used to be just tablet devices. They had a standalone existence and fresh as they were in the segment, users used to be highly appreciative of such devices. But, times have changed and buyers now expect their tablets to do even more, which as of now have standardized into bundling them with a keyboard cover and a stylus. Interestingly, one … [Read more...] about Google rumored to be working on a keyboard and stylus accessories for its Pixel tablet
Koios can help libraries achieve higher community outreach via Google Ad Grants
Advertising happens to be one of the mainstays of the entire Google thing and they wish to introduce the same to increase footfall to your library as well. Then there are going to be other benefits for the taking as well. Apart from an increase in revenues that would come from a rise in visitor count to your library site, you also stand to benefit from a monthly grant of up to … [Read more...] about Koios can help libraries achieve higher community outreach via Google Ad Grants
Google introduces new book management feature to its Play Books app
Google recently unveiled a fresh logo for its Google Books app. Now, that is being accompanied by significant internal enhancements. As Android Police stated, one notable improvement lies in the revamped library management system, aimed at simplifying the organization of your book collection. A noteworthy addition is the ability to handle multiple books simultaneously, … [Read more...] about Google introduces new book management feature to its Play Books app
Google Play Books icon getting a new makeover
Google has introduced a fresh look for its Play Books app icon on Android, along with a navigation rail specifically designed for tablets, 9to5Google reported. The new logo maintains the triangular shape but with rounded points, discarding the rectangular book element and featuring a simple bookmark instead. The background adopts an invigorating dark blue hue, while the … [Read more...] about Google Play Books icon getting a new makeover