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Older Pixel phones are getting a major under-the-hood upgrade
- Older Pixel phones are receiving a significant kernel upgrade with the March 2025 update, bringing them to Linux 6.1.
- This update unifies the kernel versions across Tensor-powered Pixels, matching the Pixel 9 devices.
- Some users are reporting better responsiveness and potential battery improvements.
- The upgrade brings improved security and performance to the Pixel 6, 7, and 8 series devices along with the Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold.
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YouTube launches Premium Lite for the US, to the joy of Spotify Premium users
- YouTube is launching Premium Lite, a more affordable ad-free video playback service.
- The service is now expanding to the US after being launched internationally.
- Subscribers to Premium Lite will pay $7.99 a month for ad-free YouTube.
- Premium Lite does not include other perks like ad-free access to YouTube Music or offline viewing.
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Is your Pixel vibrating too hard? The March update may be to blame
- Google's March update for Pixel devices has resulted in stronger haptic feedback.
- Pixel owners are complaining that the haptics are now too strong for their liking.
- The update includes bug fixes and improvements, but inadvertently increased the strength of haptics.
- Multiple reports on Reddit reveal the negative sentiment towards the stronger haptic feedback.
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Growth at all costs is destroying the internet. PR maven Ed Zitron says that’s an opportunity for startups
- Online user experience is deteriorating due to factors like autoplay ads, pop-ups, and tracking scripts.
- Ed Zitron, CEO of EZPR, describes the internet's shift to prioritize engagement over user experience as the 'rot economy.'
- Zitron believes there is a significant opportunity for startups to challenge established companies across various industries.
- He criticizes Big Tech companies for prioritizing growth over product quality, resulting in subpar offerings.
- Areas like social media, enterprise software, and search are identified as ripe for disruption by Zitron.
- Startups are emerging as alternative options in social media, enterprise software, and search fields.
- Zitron highlights the shortcomings of major companies like Microsoft, Google, and Adobe in terms of product quality and user experience.
- He predicts a shift in consumer behavior towards favoring startups over established tech giants in the near future.
- Amazon's shipping and logistics business, real estate technology, and email services are also areas where startups could make an impact.
- Zitron advocates for a fresh approach to the venture capital model, suggesting a move away from growth-at-all-costs mentality.
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YouTube brings its more affordable ‘Premium Lite’ subscription to the US
- YouTube is expanding its pilot of a new Premium Lite subscription plan to the United States, priced at $7.99 per month.
- The cheaper tier offers most videos ad-free, excluding music videos.
- YouTube plans to make Premium Lite available in Thailand, Germany, and Australia, and expand to more countries later this year.
- The company has been testing this plan in select markets since 2021, but a YouTube TV and Premium bundle is still not available.
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Google’s Shopping tab has a new AI tool that takes your fashion idea and suggests similar clothing
- Google has launched a new AI image feature called 'Vision Match' in its Shopping tab.
- Vision Match allows users to describe a garment and suggests ideas based on the description.
- Google is also expanding its AR beauty feature to try on multiple makeup products simultaneously.
- The company is continuing to enhance its Shopping tab with generative AI technology.
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Announcing AI Protection: Security for the AI era
- Google Cloud has introduced AI Protection, a solution to help mitigate risks associated with AI use throughout the AI lifecycle.
- AI Protection includes capabilities such as discovering AI inventory, securing AI assets, and managing threats against AI systems.
- It is integrated with Security Command Center for centralized AI risk management and provides a comprehensive view of AI posture.
- The solution enables automatic discovery and cataloging of AI assets and extends sensitive data protection to Vertex AI datasets.
- Model Armor, a core capability of AI Protection, offers multi-model, multicloud support for safeguarding AI models.
- Organizations can use Model Armor to protect against prompt injection, jailbreak, data loss, and offensive content.
- The solution also operationalizes security intelligence and research to help defend AI systems against threats like initial access attempts and more.
- Mandiant AI Security Consulting Portfolio offers additional services to assess and implement security measures for AI systems.
- Google Cloud's infrastructure provides multiple layers of safeguards, encryption, and controls for building and running secure AI workloads.
- To further protect AI innovations, Google Cloud offers Assured Workloads, Audit Manager, Confidential Computing, and Chrome Enterprise Premium.
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Knostic raises $11M to strengthen enterprise AI security with need-to-know access controls
- Enterprise AI security startup Knostic Inc. raises $11 million in funding.
- Knostic offers need-to-know-based access controls for large language models.
- Services include a Copilot Readiness Assessment and continuous monitoring.
- Series A round led by Bright Pixel Capital, with participation from other investors.
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ChatGPT isn't slowing down Google just yet, and these numbers prove it
- Google Search queries are growing at a healthy pace according to new data.
- OpenAI's ChatGPT does not seem to be impacting Google's search growth.
- Google now handles over 5 trillion searches per year.
- The impact of AI agents on Google's business is uncertain, but they have the potential to disrupt the web.
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This useful Google Clock widget is making its way to Android phones
- The Google Clock Timer Starter widget is making its way to Android phones.
- Devices running Android 15 QPR2 and Clock version 7.12 can now access the widget.
- The widget offers users a selection of several timer durations right from the home screen.
- Android 15 QPR2 is bringing the Google Clock Timer Starter widget to more devices.
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12 Best Google Chrome Extensions in 2025 That Are Worth A Try
- Disconnect is a top Google Chrome extension for privacy and security, blocking unauthorized access to data.
- Web of Trust (WOT) warns users of dangerous websites, aiding in avoiding phishing or malware-filled sites.
- Feedly Mini allows saving articles for later reading and adding notes, enhancing browsing experience.
- Chrome Office Viewer enables seamless document viewing within the browser without the need for additional software.
- Google Dictionary helps users understand unfamiliar words on web pages with instant meanings.
- Adblock Plus eliminates all ads on web pages, providing a smoother browsing experience.
- Browsec VPN helps unblock restricted sites and enhances Chrome browser security against threats.
- Pushbullet simplifies SMS messaging and file sharing across devices with seamless notification syncing.
- Full Page Screen Capture allows users to capture full-page screenshots of web pages with just a click.
- Session Buddy streamlines tab management by organizing, exporting, and relaunching tabs efficiently.
- StayFocusd boosts productivity by limiting time spent on distracting websites, acting as a website and content blocker.
- Honey is a money-saving Chrome extension for online shoppers, providing deals, cashback offers, and automatic coupon application.
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Revealed: the scammers who conned savers out of $35m using fake celebrity ads
- An organised network from Georgia scammed savers from UK, Europe, and Canada out of $35m using fake celebrity ads on Facebook and Google.
- Deepfake videos of celebrities like Martin Lewis were used to promote fraudulent schemes, with UK citizens being hardest hit.
- The scam was exposed through leaked call center data shared with international reporting partners.
- Cases of authorised push payment fraud have increased, indicating ongoing challenges in combating scams.
- The scammers operated from Tbilisi and targeted vulnerable individuals, tricking them into transferring millions from their savings accounts.
- Around 6,000 people globally were duped, with a significant number targeted in the UK.
- Digital banks like Revolut, Kroo, and Chase were used for processing payments in these fraudulent activities.
- Victims included retired individuals who endured long calls and were coerced into sharing substantial sums of money.
- The effectiveness of laws like the Online Safety Act in combating fraudulent advertising and protecting the public is under scrutiny.
- Authorities emphasize the need for social media companies to prevent fraudulent material from being promoted on their platforms.
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Google Messages is using AI to detect scam texts
- Google Messages is introducing an AI feature to detect text message scams in real-time.
- The AI-powered scam detection tool monitors SMS, MMS, and RCS messages for suspicious patterns.
- When a likely scam is detected, Google Messages presents a warning message to users for dismissal or reporting.
- The feature is launching in English and rolling out to the US, UK, and Canada first.
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The best smartwatches for Android
- The Android smartwatch market has grown significantly in the past few years, offering more options than ever before.
- Considerations for choosing an Android smartwatch include processor power, ecosystem compatibility, smart features, support longevity, and battery life.
- Different Android smartwatches cater to various needs, such as fitness tracking, smart home control, contactless payments, and digital assistant integration.
- For Samsung phone users, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is recommended for its physical rotating bezel and overall performance.
- The Google Pixel Watch 3 is a top pick for non-Samsung Android users, offering improved health and fitness features, Google integrations, and a refined design.
- The OnePlus Watch 2, despite its predecessor's shortcomings, provides a viable alternative to Google and Samsung smartwatches with a focus on battery life and Wear OS 4.
- Mobvoi's TicWatch Pro 5 stands out for its exceptionally long battery life, advanced health tracking features, and productivity capabilities, making it a great fitness smartwatch for Android users.
- The Withings ScanWatch Light is recommended as the best hybrid smartwatch for its simplicity, health tracking capabilities, and extended battery life.
- Garmin's Venu 3 appeals to those seeking top-tier fitness tracking with smart features, including a vibrant OLED display, microphone, speaker for calls, and Garmin's in-depth health data.
- The budget-friendly Amazfit Active 2 impresses with its feature-rich offerings, platform-agnostic approach with Zepp OS, AI assistant integration, and excellent value for money.
- Smartwatch testing involves benchmark tests, real-world usage scenarios, durability assessments, metric accuracy evaluation, and battery life assessments to determine overall performance and user experience.
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Google’s March updates are available now for your Pixel phone or tablet: Here’s where to download
- Google's March 2025 Android patches are now available for Pixel devices.
- The updates coincide with the announcement of the March Pixel Drop features.
- OTA files and factory images can be downloaded for installation.
- The update includes bug fixes and improvements to multiple phone systems.
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