Google has introduced its Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones, with new features powered by artificial intelligence (AI). These devices are engineered to offer a more helpful and personal experience for users, enabling them to be more efficient, the tech giant said in a Wednesday (Oct. 4) blog...
Google has announced a new policy that will mandate election advertisers to disclose when their ads have been manipulated or created using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The policy, set to be effective from mid-November, will be applicable to election advertisers across Google’s platforms, Bloomberg reported Wednesday (Sept. 6),...
Google has introduced several autofill enhancements designed to enhance the online shopping experience. These enhancements aim to make the checkout process more seamless and secure, addressing concerns such as a lengthy checkout process, sharing credit card information and limited payment methods, Google said in an announcement...
As the holiday season approaches, travelers are wondering about the best time to book their flights. Google Flights has recently released updated booking trend analysis, along with a new feature called “cheapest time to book,” providing valuable insights for travelers seeking the lowest fares. According...
Google says it is making it easier for travelers to find the cheapest flight. “On Google Flights, you can already see whether current prices for your search are low, typical or high compared to past averages for the same route,” the company wrote on its blog Monday (Aug....
The tech industry has been buzzing over generative artificial intelligence (AI) for months. But has the technology, whose capabilities are being promoted as the next big leap forward for the sector, completely reshaped the landscape? When OpenAI launched its headline-grabbing (and crafting) ChatGPT tool last fall, observers...
Google is reportedly laying off an unspecified number of employees at its mapping app Waze. The tech giant, which acquired Waze in 2013, is consolidating the unit with its own map products, Seeking Alpha reported Wednesday (June 28). Google did not immediately reply to PYMNTS’ request for comment. A...
Google is bringing a program that pays news publishers to the United States. The tech giant’s News Showcase program will launch in the U.S. by the end of summer and will include partnerships with more than 150 news publications, Google Head of Local News, Global...
Google has unveiled its first foldable phone. The new Pixel Fold will begin shipping in June, George Hwang, product manager, Pixel at Google, said in a Wednesday (May 10) blog post. “Our new foldable phone combines the helpfulness of Pixel with a design that unfolds...
