It used to be that music was the main thing that blasted through the speakers while people are doing their chores, relaxing, taking a break, or hanging out with loved ones. But now there are several other options to choose from like audiobooks, audio shows, and podcasts. For the latter, your Google Nest speakers could […]
Read MoreSaying ‘Hey, Google’ isn’t really that difficult. It’s quite easy with only three syllables but things can even get easier because something can sense your presence. There is no confirmation or announcement yet but a Nest Hub Max user noticed his smart display knows when he is nearby. Jan Boromeusz, the same person who shared […]
Read MoreThe Google Assistant can do a lot of things. The list is long but if you are a frequent user of Google’s smart assistant, you know most of them. You may also agree that more routines can still be added. The more people use it, the more routines and tasks can be imagined for more […]
Read MoreEarlier this October, we shared with you that Google Assistant would add a new Driving Mode plus keyboard dictation. It was last year at the Google I/0 2019 when we learned about the possibility of a Driving Mode. It’s been over a year and it seems the feature is ready to roll out. There is […]
Read MoreEarlier this week, we learned about Duplex now letting you book haircut appointments through AI. Several improvements are being applied to the system especially after it was made available in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Around the same time last year, it started testing Duplex-powered Assistant for movie ticket booking. We know Google Duplex’s […]
Read MoreGoogle Assistant will continue to be improved until the tech giant decides to discontinue the service. We highly doubt it will happen as it is one of Google’s most popular offerings today. It is found in most gadgets from Google which is also integrated into a lot of other devices, platforms, and services. Google has […]
Read MoreWhile Google Assistant can be pretty helpful, there are also people who may find it limiting and difficult to use because of certain disabilities that they may have. Google is a company that is intentional about making some of their products accessible to everyone and so they are now making some improvements into how its […]
Read MoreWith a lot of people now temporarily (or permanently) working from home, you have to get more creative to manage your time and space and also maximize the tools you have so you’ll become more efficient and will have more time to spend on important things. If you’re deep into the Google ecosystem, they want […]
Read MoreOne of the things that Android users have envied about Apple users is that they have something called Siri Shortcuts. Samsung users also have this with Bixby Routines but Google Assistant users have longed for something like this to happen to their digital assistant to make their lives a bit easier. Well, finally, Google is […]
Read MorePeople are able to get their news from a lot of sources nowadays, cable TV, their social media, Google Assistant, podcasts, etc. But most of these are probably geared more towards national and international news, especially the latter ones. Finding local news sources can sometimes be a bit hard. Google says they want to bring […]
Read MoreIf you need to have the simplest kind of smart speaker in your house, this newest device from Lenovo might be the one that will fit your minimalist requirements. The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential is a new variant of the previously released Lenovo Smart Clock. This time around, you won’t see the already simple enough […]
Read MoreIf you haven’t been using the Snapshot feature of your Google Assistant, you’re missing out on a great part of your Google eco-system. It’s a two-year-old feature that lets you see an overview of your day including appointments, upcoming deliveries, the weather, and other useful information. An update will make it easier to access Snapshot […]
Read MoreOne of the things that will probably change in light of the ongoing pandemic is how we stay and interact in hotels. While they will most likely assure guests that everything is sanitized and all, some may still be wary about having constant contact with people during their stay. Google is now partnering with hotels […]
Read MoreWhile we would all probably want to have a virtual assistant or a real-life assistant to help us out with all our gazillion tasks, not everyone can afford to hire one of course. For some things, you can actually rely on your Google Assistant, a fact that they’re highlighting in a new post. One new […]
Read MoreIf you have multiple Google Nest smart speakers, smart displays, and other supported devices around your house, you already know that you can group them together and you can play the same audio on multiple speakers. But Google is bringing some more improvements to the multi-room control that you have and expanding the capabilities of […]
Read MoreThe Pixel Buds by Google is about to get a software update. The pair is also being released in more colors later this month. This accessory is the second-generation Assistant headphones from the tech giant. It allows you to have a virtual voice assistant that will listen to you and follow your commands. The next […]
Read MoreWearing a mask is a standard health protocol to help fight against COVID-19 infection. But there are still some people who insist that not wearing it is an exercise in their “freedom”. Brands have come up with campaigns to educate people about the benefits of wearing masks and now Google is adding their voice into […]
Read MoreGoogle continues to make Google Assistant integrated into a lot of its apps, devices, and the whole eco-system. We will soon be getting a “hands-free” voice typing feature where you can go ahead and send messages without having to touch your phone (or at least barely). You can now also use your digital voice assistant […]
Read MoreDon’t be surprised if you received an email from Google regarding audio privacy. Just like the lawsuit settlement notices, this is real. If you haven’t received one, don’t worry too. Google simply wants to inform Google account holders that it has updated your audio and video settings. This is a result of the tech giant […]
Read MoreOne of the things that we’re expecting to see on Android 11, based on the preview versions that we’re seeing, is that they’re going heavy on bubbles UI. You will see bubbles in your messaging notifications as well as quick access to notification threads. Another thing that we’ll probably see in a bubbles-looking UI is […]
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