The Department of Transportation (DOTr) mentioned in a press release that it has asked Google to include the Philippines' bike lanes in Google Maps. DOTr Secretary Art Tugade mentioned that the department is already coordinating with Google on the project.
“We have asked Google to consider this suggestion-top ...
Google has just announced Android 12L, a version of the recently released Android 12 for tablets, foldables, and ChromeOS devices. If you're curious, L stands for Large screens.
Android 12L will be available early next year with a developer preview out for emulator use and “soon” for the Lenovo Tab P12 Pro. A ...
A new report commissioned by Google Philippines reveals that digital transformation could create up to PHP 5 trillion in annual economic value by 2030. PHP 3.5 trillion of this could come from technologies that help businesses mitigate the economic impacts of the COVID-19 and similar events in the future.
The ...
Google has just announced that it will be holding the Pixel Fall Launch event on October 19. During the event, the company is expected to unveil the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro.
This is expected to be the first Pixel-only event with a peek into the release date of Android 12 for Pixel devices.
The Pixel 6 series will ...
Google has just introduced the Google Pixel 5a 5G, a minor refresh of the Pixel 4a 5G.
The 5a 5G is built around a slightly larger 6.34-inch OLED panel with 2400x1080 resolution and a standard refresh rate. It features a unibody aluminum design and IP67 rating. Overall, its design is pretty much the same as its ...
A report from AndroidPolice reveals hands-on photos and a possible launch date for the Google Pixel 5a 5G.
The photos reveal a square camera module at the back with three cutouts which are believed to house two cameras and an LED flash. Additionally, the fingerprint scanner is also found in the back.
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Google has confirmed the existence of the Google Pixel 6 series comprised of the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Additionally, the company revealed the devices' availability, design, and some features.
The tech giant has confirmed that the duo will be available in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, ...
Huawei sold HONOR late last year to keep it afloat and competitive in the market. The separation from Huawei opened the possibilities of HONOR working with American companies again. This looks to be the case after it announced its partnerships with Qualcomm and MediaTek earlier this year. In addition, it looks like ...
Google has just filed a 23-page patent for a disappearing under-display camera technology.
The camera sits under the display opposite a small second screen with a prism or mirror between the two. The prism swings to reveal the camera when needed. When not in use, it lets the small screen cover the camera for a ...
Google has finally released the first Android 12 Beta at Google I/O 2021. The latest version of Android has been in three Developer Preview builds prior to the first beta launch.
A glimpse of the new look of Android 12 called Material You
Currently, Android 12 Beta 1 is supported by the following Pixel ...
Unofficial renders of the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have been leaked and reveal a fresh design. The renders aren't from Google, they were made by a third party but said to be based on real-life images of the new Pixel devices.
Google Pixel 6 (left) and Google Pixel 6 Pro (right)
The Pixel 6, unsurprsingly, ...
As part of its commitment to vaccine equity, Google.org is funding vaccines for 250,000 people in several countries which includes the Philippines through Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, is a public-private partnership that leads the COVAX vaccine facility with the World Health ...
Google has just unveiled updates to its educational tools during its first-ever Learning with Google event. The company announced the next era of G Suite for Education which is now called Google Workspace for Education.
This now comes in four editions:
Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals Google ...
Google launches a collection of spoken word poetry and animated videos on its local YouTube channel to teach digital responsibility and help Filipinos become better netizens and stewards of the Internet. The content is developed by youth volunteers of the Teach Peace Build Peace Movement (TPBPM), an NGO which ...
According to a report from Bloomberg, Google is working on features that prevent cross-app tracking on Android devices, but it still in the early discussion stages. This is after Apple launched the App Tracking Transparency tool for better privacy control in a recent update.
A spokesperson from Google said the ...
YouTube has announced its roundup of the most engaging ads in the Philippines from 2020, determined by factors such as watch time, organic views, and audience retention.
These 12 ads showcased brand resilience and relevance, the power of storytelling, and the realities of life as a result of the pandemic.
January: ...
According to Ross Young of DisplaySearch, 2021 will be a year for foldable smartphones, specifically in the second half.
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Young said that we'll see foldables from OPPO, vivo, Xiaomi, and Google on top of the foldables from Samsung. It is expected that Samsung ...
Google Philippines recently introduced initiatives to support the country's safe economic recovery through its MSME Caravan, free listings on Google Shopping Tab, and Google Maps for local tourism.
In partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry, MSME Caravan aims to train micro, small, and medium ...