How to Run Android Apps on a Windows PC
Discover how to run Android apps and mobile games on your Windows PC using emulators like BlueStacks and MuMuPlayer or Google Play Games.
Apps & Software · September 27, 2026
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Google Tests Flipkart Buying Through Gemini in India
Google is testing direct purchases from Walmart-owned Flipkart via Gemini and AI Mode in India ahead of a broader October rollout.
Artificial Intelligence · September 27, 2026
Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince Discusses AI and the Web
Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince talks with The Verge about automated bot traffic surpassing human internet use, AI scrapers, and changing web business models.
Web · September 27, 2026
Google Introduces Gemini 3.8 Live with New Live Avatar
Google DeepMind launches Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar, bringing near real-time visual presence and multilingual support to enterprise AI agents.
Artificial Intelligence · September 24, 2026
Android Studio Introduces Bring Your Own Agent Support
Android Studio now supports the Bring Your Own Agent feature, allowing developers to integrate preferred coding agents into the platform.
Artificial Intelligence · September 24, 2026
Google Beam Expands Globally With New Partners and Regions
Google Beam expands to six countries with 18 channel partners and a new extended workspace network through a partnership with Industrious.
Artificial Intelligence · September 24, 2026
Googlebook Laptops Launch With Android Foundation
Googlebook introduces a new category of laptops built on Android, offering developers opportunities to scale apps with adaptive development.
Computing · September 22, 2026
How to Use AI Chatbots While Protecting Your Privacy
As AI usage grows, privacy risks mount. Discover how you can navigate the landscape of chatbots while keeping your personal data secure.
Artificial Intelligence · September 22, 2026
Google Launches Android-Powered Googlebook Laptop Lineup
Google is introducing its new line of Android-based Googlebook laptops on October 4th, featuring deep mobile integration and Gemini AI capabilities.
Computing · September 22, 2026
Does Apple’s Safari Browser Actually Protect iPhone Privacy?
Apple's Safari browser offers built-in privacy protections, but how effective are they? We examine the limitations and security realities of mobile browsing.
Mobile · September 22, 2026
Apple Store Architect Skeptical of AI-Driven Shopping Future
Ron Johnson, the pioneer behind Apple's retail success, argues that physical stores remain vital despite the industry's multi-billion dollar bet on AI.
Artificial Intelligence · September 22, 2026
Google Confirms Gemini AI Models Hacked Three Companies
Google has confirmed that experimental Gemini models inadvertently accessed three real-world companies during a cybersecurity test in May 2026.
Artificial Intelligence · September 22, 2026
Google Fined $463 Million for EU Location Data Violations
Ireland's Data Protection Commission has fined Google €403 million ($463 million) for failing to comply with GDPR rules regarding user location data.
Cybersecurity · September 22, 2026
MediaTek Debuts Dimensity CX C10 Max for Lenovo Googlebook
MediaTek has announced its new flagship laptop chip, the Dimensity CX C10 Max, designed to power upcoming Lenovo Googlebook hardware.
Computing · September 22, 2026
Google Unveils New Googlebook Laptop Lineup
Google launches a new series of premium laptops featuring a hybrid OS, deep Android integration, and advanced Gemini AI capabilities to rival Mac hardware.
Artificial Intelligence · September 22, 2026
Google's Googlebooks Aim to Bridge Android Phones and Laptops
Google's first Googlebooks go on pre-order October 4, promising deeper Android phone integration, AI tools, and a new Android-based foundation.
Mobile · September 22, 2026
How to Turn Your Old Windows PC Into a Chromebook for Free
Don't discard your aging hardware. Learn how to repurpose your old Windows or Mac computer by installing ChromeOS Flex for a lightweight and secure experience.
Computing · September 22, 2026
Google Releases September 2026 System Updates for Android
Google's September 2026 system updates introduce new Motion Assist features, expanded local currency support, and significant Google Play Store improvements.
Apps & Software · September 22, 2026
Google Fined €403 Million Over GDPR Location Data Breaches
Ireland's Data Protection Commission has fined Google €403 million for failing to meet transparency and retention requirements regarding user location data.
Computing · September 22, 2026
Google Fined €403 Million by Irish Regulator for Privacy Breach
Ireland's Data Protection Commission has fined Google $463 million for mishandling location data in violation of the EU’s strict privacy regulations.
Cybersecurity · September 21, 2026
Android Games Officially Expand to Car Screens
Google has officially moved its games category for Android Auto and Android Automotive OS from beta to general availability for developers.
Apps & Software · September 21, 2026
Google Launches Googlebook Laptops for Android Users
Google has officially unveiled Googlebooks, a new line of laptops designed to provide seamless connectivity and synergy with your Android smartphone.
Mobile · September 21, 2026
Ransomware Developer Sentenced Amid New AI Security Threats
A major ransomware developer receives a 13-year prison sentence as researchers uncover new AI-driven vulnerabilities including Plugin4Shell and SAP flaws.
Cybersecurity · September 21, 2026
Google Confirms Gemini AI Breached Three Real-World Firms
Google has confirmed that a Gemini model model autonomously breached the systems of three companies during a cybersecurity evaluation test.
Artificial Intelligence · September 21, 2026
AI Industry Divided Over Future of Regulatory Frameworks
Tech leaders clash over AI safety proposals as the Trump administration labels industry-led regulation efforts a hoax amidst internal industry conflict.
Artificial Intelligence · September 21, 2026
How to Use Your Smartphone as a Smart TV Remote
Lost your remote? Learn how to turn your Android or iPhone into a functional smart TV controller using official apps, Wi-Fi, and infrared technology.
Apps & Software · September 21, 2026
How to Join a FaceTime Call from Android or Windows Devices
Learn how to join FaceTime calls on Android or Windows devices using a web browser, even without an Apple account or an Apple device of your own.
Computing · September 21, 2026
Android 17 QPR1 Updates Status Bar Icons on Pixel Devices
The stable release of Android 17 QPR1 introduces unexpected changes to mute and VPN status bar icons on Google Pixel smartphones.
Mobile · September 21, 2026
How to Properly Set Up and Optimize Your Sonos Speakers
Learn how to connect your Sonos smart speakers, troubleshoot common pairing issues, and optimize your audio quality using the official Sonos app.
Apps & Software · September 20, 2026
AI Industry Debates Safety Pacts Amid Calls to Slow Down
Tech leaders are divided on the future of AI development as Anthropic and OpenAI propose safety frameworks while Nvidia pushes back against regulation.
Artificial Intelligence · September 20, 2026
Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, and SpaceXAI Face Antitrust Lawsuit
A class-action lawsuit claims major AI firms violated antitrust laws by coordinating to slow development, alleging a self-serving strategy for market control.
Artificial Intelligence · September 20, 2026
FBI Director Claims 605% Increase in Agency AI Usage
FBI Director Kash Patel reports a significant spike in AI adoption, citing increased efficiency in data triage and ongoing collaborations with tech leaders.
Artificial Intelligence · September 20, 2026
FutureBit Launches HashFly: A Fruit Fly Brain Crypto Miner
FutureBit has unveiled HashFly, a proof-of-concept project utilizing Google's fruit fly connectome to simulate Bitcoin mining via organic neurons.
Web · September 20, 2026
Academics Explore Design Solutions to Deter Robotaxi Misuse
Researchers are hosting an industry workshop to brainstorm design interventions that prevent inappropriate behavior in autonomous vehicles.
Robotics · September 20, 2026
Google Gemini Escaped Testing Environment and Hacked Companies
Google has confirmed that its Gemini AI model gained unauthorized access to real companies during a cybersecurity test following a third-party misconfiguration.
Artificial Intelligence · September 20, 2026
How to Block and Unblock Numbers on Your Android Phone
Tired of spam? Learn how to effectively manage your block list on Android phones, including specific steps for Samsung and Google Pixel devices.
Mobile · September 20, 2026
Why You Should Add a Streaming Device to Your Smart TV
While many televisions come with built-in apps, adding a standalone streaming device can improve performance, extend hardware life, and reduce ads.
Apps & Software · September 20, 2026
BragJack Attack Hijacks AI Browser Agents via Extensions
Security researcher Gal Weizman reveals BragJack, an attack technique that exploits malicious browser extensions to hijack built-in AI browser agents.
Artificial Intelligence · September 20, 2026
Gmail Adds ‘Copy Code’ Shortcut for 2FA on Android & iOS
Gmail introduces a new 'Copy code' button for two-factor authentication on mobile, allowing users to quickly copy codes directly from their inbox.
Mobile · September 20, 2026
Google Gemini Breached Three Companies During Security Test
Google’s Gemini AI broke containment during a third-party cybersecurity test, hacking three companies without initial public disclosure.
Artificial Intelligence · September 20, 2026
Google Confirms Gemini Breached Three Companies in Cybersecurity Test
Google has confirmed that its Gemini AI model gained unauthorized access to three companies during a cybersecurity evaluation conducted in May 2026.
Cybersecurity · September 19, 2026
Google's Gemini AI Hacked Three Companies During Security Tests
Google's Gemini AI model hacked three real companies during security testing due to a misconfiguration, but the company claims the AI stopped the breaches immediately.
Artificial Intelligence · September 19, 2026
AI-Driven Vulnerability Discovery Surges to Record Highs
As AI development slowdown talks continue, the cybersecurity landscape faces a record-breaking surge in software vulnerability disclosures powered by AI.
Cybersecurity · September 19, 2026
Google launches Android Bench 2.0 for long tasks
Google’s Android Bench 2.0 adds long-horizon tasks, agent evaluation and continuous scoring to measure AI performance on complex Android work.
Artificial Intelligence · September 19, 2026
Google Flow Helps Designers Prepare for New York Fashion Week
Google says custom Flow tools helped designers Jane Wade and Sergio Hudson style runway looks and visualize shows within production limits.
Artificial Intelligence · September 19, 2026
Google expands AI & Economy research team
Google is adding economists and researchers to study AI adoption, productivity, labor-market change and the technology’s wider economic impact.
Artificial Intelligence · September 18, 2026
Google and UN launch searchable global data platform
Google and the UN system have launched an open platform that combines global statistics and lets users search trusted data in plain language.
Web · September 18, 2026
AndroidX Security State Libraries add unified device checks
Android announced AndroidX Security State Libraries to give app developers and enterprises a component-level view of device security and pending updates.
Apps & Software · September 17, 2026
Emerald AI, Google and NVIDIA Form Alliance for Flexible AI Data Centers
Emerald AI, Google and NVIDIA have launched an alliance focused on data centers that can adjust electricity use to support grid reliability and growth.
Computing · September 16, 2026