Tag: Google
Lane guidance for Google Maps finally arrives in latest update (It’s good!)
Long overdue, lane guidance, a feature available from the likes of Garmin and Magellan for years, is finally here for Google Maps. For San Francisco commuters it's most welcome.
Trendspotting: Google data shows Android 4.4 KitKat growing
KitKat should see swifter upticks in growth over the coming quarters. New handsets such as the HTC One (2014), and Samsung Galaxy S5 ship with KitKat (albeit modified versions).
Google Nexus brand to be replaced by Android Silver – Looks promising
Android Silver could replace the Nexus brand as Google looks to expand its reach into developed smartphone markets such as the U.S. Will it work?
Nexus 5 screen hairline crack result of a design flaw?
We compared the Nexus 5 to the iPhone 5 and noticed a seemingly minor design difference in the speaker cutout. Did it lead to a cracked screen?
This little known Android KitKat feature solves a major problem
By leveraging transparency, the app can use the extra screen real estate otherwise wasted with status information. And nothing is lost.
Google Glass and the Geek Dilemma
Despite the Geek Dilemna, much like Project Ara, it doesn't matter much if Google Glass as a product thrives or not. Google has already won. Here's why.
Tested: New Google Camera Android app
A dedicated Google Camera app is now here for Android. A hands-on test. Does it perform better, and has Google improved the user interface?
Google’s intriguing Lego smartphone vision
By allowing small teams to dream big, Google fuels its innovation engine. That in turn attracts talent. New blood injects further creativity to problem solving. The cycle reinforces itself.
Google Android app downloads steamroll Apple iOS
Games continue to be the most popular category of downloads with messaging apps such as WhatsApp (Facebook), Viber (Rakuten) and Tango making "substantial waves" in Q1 2014.
Twitter and Cover – An acquisition doomed to obscurity
Just like Facebook, Twitter wants our mortal mobile souls.
