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Google faces $1.6 bn damages demand at AI-linked trial; tech used in Google Search, Gmail, Translate
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Google faces $1.6 bn damages demand at AI-linked trial; tech used in Google Search, Gmail, Translate

[ad_1] Alphabet's Google went before a federal jury in Boston on Tuesday to argue against a computer scientist's claims that it should pay his company $1.67 billion for infringing patents that allegedly cover the processors used to power artificial intelligence technology in Google products.A lawyer for Singular Computing, founded by Massachusetts-based computer scientist Joseph Bates, told jurors that Google copied Bates' technology after repeatedly meeting with him to discuss his ideas to solve a problem central to developing AI. The lawyer, Kerry Timbers, said that after Bates shared his computer-processing innovations with Google from 2010 to 2014, the tech giant unbeknownst to him copied his patented technology rather than licensing it to develop its own AI-supporting chips. We are...
Google Pixel 9 may pack advanced AI assistant ‘Pixie’; will track your Gmail, Google Maps data
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Google Pixel 9 may pack advanced AI assistant ‘Pixie’; will track your Gmail, Google Maps data

[ad_1] Google released the Google Pixel 8 this year with great anticipation, now it is gearing up already for the launch of the Google Pixel 9 series in 2024. Various speculations and rumors have started to surface on the internet about the AI capabilities of Google Pixel 9. The latest buzz suggests a groundbreaking addition to the Google Pixel 9: a Pixel-exclusive AI assistant known as Pixie. Reports suggest that Google will introduce this exciting AI assistant to its upcoming models. Know all about the Google Pixel 9 AI assistant below.Google Pixel 9 AI assistant -PixieA report by The Information, via The Engadget, reveals that Pixie is expected to surpass the capabilities of the current Google Assistant, offering users a personalized experience. This AI assistant is rumored to be pow...
Google against potential European Union break-up order over abuse of online ad dominance
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Google against potential European Union break-up order over abuse of online ad dominance

[ad_1] Alphabet's Google on Friday criticised a potential order from EU antitrust regulators to sell part of its lucrative adtech business, saying it was disproportionate and not right for its advertising partners.The comments from Google's director Oliver Bethell and its vice president for global ads Dan Taylor came after the U.S. tech giant responded to EU charges issued to the company in June. "We are opposed to divestment. We don't think that's the right outcome for this case. We think this is a tremendously efficient part of our business," Bethell told reporters. "And that kind of remedy would be disproportionate in the circumstances and we have explained that to the Commission in our response to their statement of objections," he said.The European Commission said Google has since ...
Google Chat app navigation overhauled; Check out the benefits now available
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Google Chat app navigation overhauled; Check out the benefits now available

[ad_1] In a bid to enhance user experience, Google has revamped the navigation system for its Chat app on Android and iOS devices. The tech giant, in a blog post on Wednesday, introduced a fresh bottom navigation bar, aimed at simplifying the Google chat app navigation. This new design incorporates a pill-shaped navigation bar, facilitating easy access to Home, Direct Messages, Spaces, and Mentions. Additionally, the bottom bar has undergone a makeover to enable seamless switching between Gmail, Chat, and Google Meet. Notably, the 'Start new chat' button has been aesthetically redesigned and relocated to the right side of the navigation bar.The Home button on the Navigation bar stands out as a key feature, offering users a unified view of all conversations. With a filter option, users c...
How to be a Gmail ninja: Learn these shortcuts
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How to be a Gmail ninja: Learn these shortcuts

[ad_1] When it comes to professional communications, Gmail is a go-to for many, including us. But it is not easy to master. However, if you want to turn into a Gmail ninja, then we have some tips just for you. Navigating from 'Compose email' to 'Forward email' daily is a tedious trackpad routine. Despite honing this skill, it's inefficient — especially with a flood of incoming emails. But this is where Gmail keyboard shortcuts emerge as a game-changer. These commands are straightforward and easy to use, significantly cutting down the time taken to get through the tasks. Let us take a look at the most quintessential Gmail shortcuts that you should be using. Gmail shortcuts to boost your efficiencyBefore starting to use these shortcuts, you have to turn them on - the process is extremely ...
New Google features on the way: Maps chatbot, Chrome tab memory consumption, and more
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New Google features on the way: Maps chatbot, Chrome tab memory consumption, and more

[ad_1] Google has been planning a slew of upgrades for its various platforms. The tech giant recently started testing two new generative AI features for YouTube, while also unveiling several generative AI features such as ‘Help me write' for Gmail. But that's just the tip of the iceberg as Google has reportedly planned multiple new features across its platforms such as Maps, Gmail, and Chrome. Know what's coming.Google Chrome memory consumptionOne feature that has already arrived on Chrome is memory usage. While Google had already added a Memory Saver option earlier this year, Chrome now lets users see the memory consumption of each tab when they hover over it. Along with the domain and the name of the website, Chrome will tell you the memory consumed by that tab in the format ‘Memory U...
Gmail gets a big emoji boost; New categories, recently used tab, and more
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Gmail gets a big emoji boost; New categories, recently used tab, and more

[ad_1] Google has been testing a lot of new features for Gmail lately. Just a few days ago, a blog post by @AssembleDebug revealed that Google is reportedly in the process of adding the option to react to emails using emojis directly within the Gmail platform. New emoji replies would appear alongside the traditional reply button. Expanding its emojis, Google has announced the rollout of an updated and more inclusive emoji picker in Gmail. Here's all you need to know about it. Gmail's new emoji pickerIn a blog post, Google announced that “Starting today, you can access a more complete emoji selection and set emoji skin tone and gender preferences with the modernized emoji picker in the web version of Gmail.” But what does it mean for users? The emoji selection will now have 9 categories...
Google packs more artificial intelligence into new Pixel phones, raises prices for devices by $100
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Google packs more artificial intelligence into new Pixel phones, raises prices for devices by $100

[ad_1] Google on Wednesday unveiled a next-generation Pixel smartphones lineup that will be infused with more with more artificial intelligence tools capable of writing captions about photos that can be altered by the technology, too.The injection of more artificial intelligence, or AI, into Google's products marks another step in the company's attempt to bring more of the technology into the mainstream – a push they signaled they were embarking upon during their annual developer's conference five months ago. “Our focus is on making AI more helpful for everyone in a way that is bold and responsible,” Rick Osterloh, Google's senior vice president of devices and services, said during Wednesday's event held in New York. As if to leave no doubt about Google's current priorities, Osterloh de...
5 things about AI you may have missed today: Google apps get Bard, AI in consumer courts and more
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: Google apps get Bard, AI in consumer courts and more

[ad_1] AI Roundup: Google is integrating its generative AI chatbot, Google Bard, into its suite of apps including Gmail, YouTube, Docs, and Maps through Bard Extensions; China has been invited to the UK's Artificial Intelligence Safety Summit in November, as the country aims to become a global leader in AI regulations; the Consumer Affairs Ministry in India is leveraging AI to reduce pending cases in consumer courts.All this, and more in today's AI roundup. 1. Gmail, YouTube, Docs get Google BardTo capture the competitive artificial intelligence market, Google on Tuesday announced that it is adding Google Bard, its generative AI chatbot, to its services such as Gmail, YouTube, Docs, Maps, and more. In a blog post, Google announced that its services will be able to utilize its generative...