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2022-05-07 17:04:00 Google has released an app for quickly transferring data from iPhone to Android

Google and Apple actively compete with each other in various industries, including the market for operating systems for mobile devices.

And now, to entice as many people as possible to its platform, the "search giant" has decided to go for a little trickery, creating and releasing the simplest, most convenient and functional application designed to quickly transfer all the data from iPhone phones to Android gadgets.

It can be useful before further selling an old phone or giving it away to someone else. Open / Comment

2022-05-06 17:00:09 Google has released the Android Auto update for all users

Google has started distributing a new version of the Android Auto platform. Previously, Android Auto 7.5 was tested in beta version, and now the stable variation is available for all users.

As disappointed reviewers note, the stable version of Android Auto 7.5 lacks the new Coolwalk interface, which is expected to launch.

The main changes have occurred "under the hood," with no visible improvements for users. Among other things, the update lays the foundation for a new diagnostic tool that detects the serviceability of USB cables. Open / Comment

2022-05-05 17:04:00 Google will make it easier to find reliable extensions for Chrome

Google has notified app developers about new icons that will soon appear in the Chrome Web Store.

Third-party extension developers will be able to get Featured and Established icons.

These icons will recognize trusted extensions that users can trust.

Google plans to give the Featured Badge to extensions that meet best standards and practices for security, privacy, design and user experience. Open / Comment

2022-05-04 16:16:00 U.S. judge in Google case not convinced company will be punished

A U.S. federal judge hearing the government's antitrust case against Alphabet Google said Friday that he is not convinced he has the authority to sanction the company for using attorney-client privilege.

The department asked Judge Amit Mehta in the lawsuit to sanction Google, saying the company's "Communicate with Caution" program, which asked employees to add a lawyer link to many emails, was sometimes "gaming."

To protect messages that weren't actually used, as part of attorney-client privilege, Google responded that it had done nothing wrong. Open / Comment

2022-05-03 17:04:01 It's official: the U.S. will not block Russians under sanctions WhatsApp and Google

The U.S. Treasury Department has allowed Russian citizens and companies caught in the U.S. blocking sanctions, to use American messengers and other services.

It is noted that even though there are such licenses, many American companies can simply block their services. However, in general, Russians subject to sanctions can freely use communication web services, even the paid version of Zoom.

In the case of Iran or Crimea, no such exceptions were made. Open / Comment

2022-05-02 16:16:00 Google to start strengthening the security of the Android operating system

It is about the fact that Google from May 11 to November 1, 2022 will gradually introduce new features in its system.

The main one will be a ban on the use of the Accessibility API - the part of the OS that provides information to assistive technologies about objects and events on the page, which will strengthen control over the system. The second most important will be a ban on applications for loans whose total loan value is 36% or higher.

The third innovation is the new requirements for the use of the Android API, the interface that provides communication between the components of the applications. Open / Comment

2022-05-01 17:04:00 French court refused to set aside a €150 million fine against Google

Alphabet holding company failed to get a French appeals court to overturn a €150 million fine against Google - the company was accused of abuse of power against its own advertisers.

"Following the (French competition authority’s) original decision we already made some changes to make these policies even clearer and will now study the court’s ruling in detail and consider our next steps," said a Google spokesperson.

The company also added that the two accompanying regulatory orders that led to the fine have been overturned. Open / Comment

2022-04-30 17:04:01 Google and iFixit to launch Pixel self-repair program

Earlier this month, Samsung and iFixit announced the launch of the Galaxy self-repair program, in which users will be able to buy some parts for their gadgets and tools, and change them if necessary.

Now Google has announced the launch of a similar program. Open / Comment

2022-04-29 17:04:01 Google blocked You-Tube channel of the State Duma of Russia

YouTube channel "Duma TV" is blocked in accordance with the rules of the site "with regard to export restrictions and the application of sanctions”.

Earlier there was a ban for Google to advertise its resources in Russia. We are talking about six services: Google Search, Google Play, YouTube, YouTube Music, Google Chat and Gmail. Open / Comment

2022-04-29 02:00:07 The first NFTs integrated into Telegram!

The Animals Red List NFT project is getting ready to launch on the TON blockchain with minting to take place on April 28.

The NFT Collection features 13,333 endangered animal species, and a portion of the funds from the donations will go to support endangered animals.

Gorgeous, Noble, and Extravagant.

— In case you haven't realized, these NFTs are going to skyrocket in value in a couple of days.

Take part in the project and support the animals — Animals Red List Open / Comment