Tag: Google
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Google Is Asking FCC to Approve 17-State 6GHz Network Test
In a recent request to the Federal Communications Commission, Google is apparently aiming to conduct a broadband network test in several US states. It’s not entirely clear exactly what Google’s up to, but FCC documents spotted by Business Insider indicate the company’s project involves tests centered on the 6GHz spectrum band. “Google proposes to conduct…
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Android TV Reports 80% More Users Since Last Year
Google’s Android TV’s popularity is seeing slow but steady growth year over year. While it may not be as popular as some of its competitors including Roku and Amazon Fire TV, Google’s announced that Android TV has 80% more users now than it did this time last year. While no real numbers have been released…
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Google Will Pay Those Who Used Google+ in a Class Action Settlement: Here’s How to Claim Your Money
If you used Google’s social media network Google+ between January 1, 2015 and April 2, 2019, you may be eligible to receive part of a $7.5 million court ordered payout. Those who are eligible for the payout will receive up to a whopping $12. Google+ was a social media platform that ran from June 2011…
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Netflix is Now on Google Nest Hub Devices
Google announced Netflix is rolling out to all Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max devices globally. That means you can now watch your favorite Netflix shows right on your Google Nest Hub device. The Nest Hub and Hub Max are designed to make it easy to stream video hands-free, and marketing is focused on placing…
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Google’s Android TV Dongle Might Pack Updated Software
Featured Image Source: 9to5 Google It looks like Google’s long-rumored, previously leaked TV dongle is inching closer to retail reality. 9to5 Google discovered references to the unreleased HDMI dongle in a developer preview for Android 11 for Android TV. The likely successor to the current Chromecast Ultra pops up in a video describing how to…
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Is Google Planning to Buy Roku?
This week, there have been rumors that Google is interested in acquiring Roku. Here’s what we know. Rumors about Google buying Roku aren’t new. There has been talk of a potential acquisition since at least last year. This week, those rumors ramped up, but no one seems to be sure how they started. The Motley…
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Latest Rumors Offer Potential First Looks at Google’s Next HDMI Dongle, Android TV Updates
Rumors of a new Chromecast Ultra sporting Android TV have been swirling for weeks, and the latest leaks offer up what could be our first good look at what the HDMI dongle could look like. XDA Developers got their hands on what could be official renders of the upcoming device. Bearing the codename “Sabrina,” this…
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Rumors Suggest Android TV Could Be Rebranded to Google TV
It’s apparently a busy time for the rumor mills. This week, 9to5Google reported on a rumor that Google could soon rebrand its Android TV platform, moving forward with a new name: Google TV. There’s not a whole lot else to back up the claim, but if it’s true, it wouldn’t be terribly out of character…
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How to Pair a Chromecast to Your TV
Google’s Chromecast devices are small and unassuming, but they pack some surprising capabilities in a tiny package. In this guide, we’re going to walk you through the basics of setting up your Chromecast with your TV and mobile devices so you can get down to business and start casting. Plug Your Chromecast into Your TV…
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Google Offers Free Trial of Stadia Pro Game Streaming Service
Google just announced a new offer for its Stadia game streaming service that includes two free months of Stadia Pro access. The company, like many we’ve covered over the past few weeks, cites the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the need for entertainment options while many of us stay at home. “We’re facing some of the…