google EU Extends Google Fitbit Antitrust Decision Deadline to December 23 European regulators extend their antitrust review of Google's $2.1 billion Fitbit acquisition, pushing the final decision deadline to December 23. The probe focuses on concerns over user health data privacy and potential consolidation of Google's online advertising dominance.
apple 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.
apple Apple Blocks Game Streaming Apps in Move Deemed Consumer Hostile Apple effectively bans Microsoft xCloud and Google Stadia by forcing each streaming game to submit individually for App Store review, sparking intense industry backlash.
google Google's Area 120 Debuts Tables, an Automated Work Tracking Rival to Airtable Google's in-house incubator launches Tables, a work-tracking tool that uses automated bots to eliminate manual project updates. The service integrates deeply with existing Google Workspace apps to simplify team coordination.
iphone 12 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 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.
google Google Confirms September 30 Event for Pixel 5 and New Hardware Google officially announces a "Launch Night In" event for September 30 to unveil the Pixel 5, a new Chromecast, and a Nest speaker. The online presentation streams live to the public at 11 a.m. PT.
google Google Introduces Chromecast with Google TV and Nest Audio Speaker Google unveils a revamped Chromecast streaming dongle with a dedicated voice remote and a new Nest Audio speaker, both priced aggressively to compete with Apple.
google Google Launches Verified Calls to Combat Spam on Android Google introduces a new Verified Calls feature for Android that displays a business name, logo, and call reason to help users avoid spam. The system verifies caller information in real-time and deletes private data shortly after the check.
italy Italian Regulator Probes Apple, Google, and Dropbox Over Unfair Cloud Terms Italy's competition authority investigates Apple iCloud, Google Drive, and Dropbox following complaints about unfair commercial practices and consumer rights violations related to data collection and contract terms.
google Google Pixel 4a Sets the Standard for Affordable Smartphone Cameras The Google Pixel 4a delivers unmatched camera quality at its $350 price point while offering strong battery life and a compact design. This no-frills approach makes it the best cheap Android phone available.
apple Apple and Google Simplify COVID-19 Contact Tracing Without Dedicated Apps Apple and Google introduce Exposure Notification Express, a system-level tool that allows public health authorities to deploy COVID-19 contact tracing without building custom apps. Users receive direct notifications to opt-in rather than downloading software from app stores.
android 11 Android 11 Final Beta Arrives Ahead of Official Consumer Launch Google releases Beta 3 as the final preview of Android 11, reaching platform stability so developers can complete their app testing. The update also includes a special privacy exception for COVID-19 Exposure Notification apps.
google Google Pixel 4a Delivers Affordable Perfection Without Compromise The Google Pixel 4a emerges as a standout budget smartphone that successfully outshines the iPhone SE. It offers a polished, uncompromising experience that feels like the ideal spiritual successor to the classic Nexus 5.
fortnite Fortnite Parodies Apple's 1984 Ad in Legal Battle Over App Store Fees Epic Games faces removal from the Apple and Google app stores after bypassing standard in-app payment systems to avoid hefty fees. The game maker responds with a parody of Apple's iconic 1984 commercial and a massive antitrust lawsuit.