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Google Unveils New Assistant Features at CES 2020

Google focuses its CES 2020 presence entirely on Google Assistant, introducing handy new capabilities like webpage reading and digital sticky notes.

Google AI Breast Cancer Tool Reduces Screening Errors Across Borders

DeepMind and Google Health create an AI system that outperforms human radiologists in detecting breast cancer, even when trained on data from a different country.

Google DeepMind AI Outperforms Doctors in Breast Cancer Screening Tests

A new Google Health AI system shows greater accuracy than human radiologists in detecting breast cancer, significantly reducing both false positives and false negatives.

Google Search Adds Watchlist Feature for Movies and TV Shows

Google Search now allows mobile users to save movies and TV shows directly to a Watchlist. The new feature makes it easier to track and access entertainment options across various platforms.

Leaked Google Pixel 4a Renders Reveal Hole-Punch Display

Upcoming Google Pixel 4a leaks show a budget phone with a modern hole-punch screen that outshines the flagship Pixel 4's display. The device makes compromises with a single rear camera and a fingerprint reader instead of facial recognition.

Google Rolls Out RCS Messaging to All US Android Users

Google releases its RCS messaging upgrade for all Android users in the US ahead of schedule. The new protocol brings iMessage-like features to the default messaging app.

Google Completes US Rollout of Next-Generation RCS Texting

Google confirms that RCS messaging is now available to all Android users in the US. The feature brings iMessage-like capabilities to Android Messages but currently lacks end-to-end encryption.

Disney Plus Tops Google's 2019 Year in Search Trends

Google releases its 2019 Year in Search data, revealing Disney Plus as the top trending search term in the United States. The list highlights the massive influence of streaming services, tech products, and internet culture on the year's biggest queries.

Smart Home Device Makers Still Hide Government Data Requests

Despite rapid growth in the smart home market, most device manufacturers continue to withhold transparency reports regarding government demands for user data. Only the biggest tech companies openly disclose how they handle law enforcement requests.

YouTube Seeks FTC Clarification on Children's Privacy Compliance for Creators

YouTube asks the FTC for clearer guidelines to help video creators determine what qualifies as child-directed content under the recent COPPA settlement.

Black Friday Drives Record Mobile Game Revenue as Android Security Improves

This week in apps highlights a record-breaking $70 million in U.S. mobile game revenue on Black Friday alongside Google's announcement that 80% of Android apps now encrypt traffic by default.

Magic Leap Sells Only 6,000 Headsets Despite Billions in Funding

A new report reveals that Magic Leap sells just 6,000 units of its pricey augmented reality headset in its first six months. This disappointing figure falls drastically short of internal expectations and raises serious doubts about the company's future.

Google Expands AI Voice Recorder App to Older Pixel Devices

Google brings its impressive AI-powered voice recorder and real-time transcription app to older Pixel phones. The app stands out by processing audio entirely offline directly on the device.

Sundar Pichai Takes Over as Alphabet CEO as Founders Step Down

Google CEO Sundar Pichai officially takes the helm at parent company Alphabet, replacing Larry Page as CEO while Sergey Brin steps down as president. The founders remain involved as board members but are moving out of active management roles.

Google Founders Page and Brin Relinquish Alphabet Leadership Roles

Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin step down from their executive positions at Alphabet, handing full control to current Google CEO Sundar Pichai.