US Department of Justice considering a break-up of Google after monopoly ruling

The Department of Justice is seeking to break Google into several parts to solve its search monopoly, with the company divesting itself of Android and Chrome as a possible solution.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 10

Google Gemini e-mail searches arrive ahead of Apple Intelligence

After initially adding Gemini AI-based searches to Google Workspace Gmail on Android, it's now being brought to iOS, as Google continues to build its lead on Apple Intelligence.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 1

iPhone RCS still isn't widely supported, and is waiting on carriers to act

Google thought Apple adopting RCS would fix everything, but the messaging protocol is still a distant second to iMessage thanks to a lack of carrier support, device support, and encryption.

Wesley Hilliard 1 year ago 10

How to get on Google's 'Ask Photos' waitlist for iPhone

Apple iPhone users can now join the waitlist for Google's new feature that brings AI-powered, natural language search to Google Photos. Here's how to sign up.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 9

Facebook ad partner may have tried to listen into your conversations

If you ever thought that Facebook was listening in on your conversations to hit you with targeted advertising, you may have been right.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 22

Big-name publishers are refusing to let Apple Intelligence train on data

Website owners have a simple mechanism to tell Apple Intelligence not to scrape the site for training purposes, and reportedly major platforms like Facebook and the New York Times are using it.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 14

How to seamlessly switch from Google Photos to iCloud Photos

Apple and Google have announced a new tool to import photos from Google Photos to iCloud Photos on Apple platforms. Here's how to use it.

Chip Loder 1 year ago 2

US may seek Google breakup or data share after search monopolization ruling

The US DOJ ruled Google is an illegal monopolist, which could result in breaking up the parent company Alphabet or requiring data sharing with rivals while undercutting Google Gemini's advantage.

Wesley Hilliard 1 year ago 17

Flagship smartphone showdown - Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro

Google's latest smartphone, announced on August 13, was a pre-emptive strike on the iPhone 16 Pro. Here's how the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL fare against Apple's existing iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 11

Set-top showdown: Apple TV 4K vs Google TV Streamer compared

Google TV Streamer is Alphabet's updated replacement for discontinued Chromecast. Here's how it fares versus the Apple TV 4K.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 14

Google's new Nest Learning Thermostat works with HomeKit through Matter

Google has announced a sleek fourth version of its Nest Learning Thermostat, alongside a Nest Temperature Sensor, and since they support Matter, both can work with Apple HomeKit.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 8

Judge rules Google is a search and advertising monopoly

Google violated antitrust law in the United States, a federal judge has ruled, with Google ruled by the court to have monopolized advertising and search.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 23

Google adds Chrome AI features that can search your browsing history

Google is rolling out a trio of new features for the Chrome browser in macOS, aiming to improve your web-surfing experience using AI.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 3

Google gives up on Chrome plan to ditch third-party cookies

Four years after declaring it wanted to block third-party cookies in Chrome, Google has confirmed it won't block the online trackers after all.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 12

UK opens probe into risks of using Apple Wallet and rivals

A pair of UK regulatory bodies have launched a joint and all-encompassing investigation into digital wallets, including Apple Wallet, concerning fees, anti-competitive actions, and harm if they stop working.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 2

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