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Google I/O Returns as Free Virtual Event for All Users

Google I/O 2021 takes place from May 18 to 20 as a completely free, virtual conference open to everyone. The event features keynotes, interactive workshops, and self-guided learning sessions for both developers and everyday consumers.

Google I/O 2021 Showcases AI Advancements and New Product Features

Google hosts a free, fully digital I/O 2021 event to unveil new artificial intelligence milestones, Android updates, and enhanced privacy tools. The conference highlights new ways Google products work together to create a more helpful experience for users.

Clubhouse App Pioneers Social Audio Trend With Virtual Rooms

Clubhouse is an audio-based social networking app that allows users to join real-time voice conversations in virtual rooms. The platform initially grows rapidly through an invite-only model and high-profile celebrity appearances.

Parler Goes Offline as Mobile App Economy Hits Record Numbers

The mobile app industry experiences record growth in 2020, while major tech platforms simultaneously remove Parler from their stores and cut off backend support.

Verizon Pixel 5 Gains Wider 5G Network Access in November Update

A delayed November software update finally enables the Pixel 5 on Verizon to connect to the carrier's broader 5G Nationwide network. The expansion moves users beyond the limited mmWave coverage to reach over 200 million people.

Search Rivals Urge EU to Fix Google's Flawed Android Choice Screen

Five search competitors tell the European Commission that Google's pay-to-play Android choice screen fails to fix antitrust issues. They request a joint meeting to design a fair remedy that does not favor wealthy corporations over privacy-focused alternatives.

Google Pixel 5 Prioritizes Value Over High-End Specs

Google shifts its flagship strategy with the Pixel 5, offering a modest spec sheet and recycled aluminum body at a lower price point. The device focuses on essential features rather than competing with expensive premium smartphones.

Google Pixel 5 Ditches Premium Specs for Simplicity

Google shifts strategy with the Pixel 5, stepping away from flagship competition to offer a simpler, smaller smartphone experience. The device focuses on practical design choices rather than high-end specifications.

Google Pulls Three Children's Apps Over Data Collection Violations

Watchdog researchers discover three popular children's apps with over 20 million downloads are violating data policies. Google removes the apps from the Play Store following the report.

Google Introduces Hum to Search to Identify Stuck Songs

Google now allows users to hum, whistle, or sing into the Google app or Assistant to identify mysterious songs. Machine learning algorithms strip away pitch and tone to match the melody against a massive database.

Apple and Google Build Privacy-Focused Contact Tracing Framework

Apple and Google develop a decentralized system using Bluetooth to help health authorities track COVID-19 exposure without compromising user privacy. The protocol operates at the operating system level for better background performance.

iPhone 12 and Pixel 5 Offer Differing Visions of Smartphone Supremacy

Apple and Google pit their flagship smartphones against each other, with the iPhone 12 and Pixel 5 representing distinct approaches to mobile design and pricing. The comparison highlights key differences in cost and hardware philosophy.

Google Pixel 5 Trades Premium Specs for Simplicity and Strong Software

The Google Pixel 5 drops high-end flagship features to offer a streamlined smartphone experience focused on excellent camera software and a clean Android interface. However, it struggles to stand out against similarly priced rivals that include more premium hardware perks.

Apple One Bundle Name and Details Found in Android App Code

A decompilation of the Apple Music app for Android confirms Apple is moving forward with its "Apple One" unified subscription bundle. The code reveals how the company prevents double charging but lacks pricing and launch details.