Google and Samsung Collaborate to Unveil Wear OS 5 Based on Android 14
January 25, 2024 – In a recent development, it has been reported by foreign technology news outlet 9to5Google that Google is collaborating with Samsung to introduce Wear OS 5, which will be based on the Android 14 system. The progress of Wear OS updates has been sluggish in recent years. Google launched Wear OS 2.2,…
YouTube Undergoes Internal Restructuring, Resulting in Layoffs of Approximately 100 Employees
January 18, 2024 – Internal Restructuring at Google’s YouTube Leads to Layoffs In a recent internal memo obtained by Tubefilter, it has been revealed that Google’s YouTube division has begun undergoing significant internal adjustments. According to the memo, Mary Ellen Coe, the Chief Business Officer of YouTube, announced that as part of the reorganization, the…
Google Restructures Devices & Services Team, Unifying Hardware Efforts for Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit
January 16, 2024 – Google has recently announced an internal reorganization affecting its Devices & Services team, which oversees hardware efforts for Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit. Previously, the Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit divisions operated as separate entities within Google, with distinct teams handling design, hardware engineering, software, and user interface aspects. However, with this latest…
Google Announces US$400 Million Humboldt Project: Laying a New Undersea Cable from Australia to Chile
January 16, 2024 – Google has recently announced its ambitious Humboldt project, a US$400 million (approximately 2.872 billion Chinese yuan) initiative to lay a new undersea cable across the Pacific Ocean, establishing an internet route spanning from Australia to Chile. The tech giant is leading this endeavor in collaboration with the Chilean Infrastructure Fund Desarrollo…
Google Unveils ‘The Bot’: A 3D Evolution of the Android Mascot at CES 2024
January 12, 2024 – Google, in a move announced in September 2023, has embarked on a significant rebranding of its Android operating system, with one of the most noticeable changes being the transformation of the familiar green robot icon into a three-dimensional design. At the CES 2024 exhibition, the tech giant christened this revamped mascot…
Google Confirms New Round of Layoffs Affecting Hundreds of Employees Globally
January 11, 2024 – Google has confirmed in an emailed statement that it is implementing layoffs across several teams, stating, “Organizational changes, including the elimination of certain roles globally, are ongoing within certain teams.” According to Bloomberg, the tech giant has initiated a new round of layoffs affecting hundreds of employees. Those impacted include staff…
Google Brings Chrome Browser to Car Infotainment Systems, Revolutionizing In-Car Experience
January 11, 2024 – As internet technology continues to advance, in-vehicle infotainment systems have become a staple in modern automobiles. However, traditional systems often lack the versatility to cater to users’ diverse needs. At the CES 2024 exhibition, Google announced a game-changing innovation: the integration of its Chrome browser into car infotainment systems. This groundbreaking…
Google and Samsung Unite for Enhanced Quick Share at CES 2024
January 10, 2024 – Google Unveils Revamped Quick Share at CES, Partnering with Samsung for Enhanced File Sharing In a major announcement at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) today, Google revealed a slew of new features, including a collaboration with Samsung on a revamped Quick Share. This new offering is set to replace Google’s Nearby…
Google Unveils ‘Tap to Cast’ for Pixel Tablet at CES 2024, Enhancing Smart Home and Media Experiences
January 10, 2024 – Google, at the CES 2024 exposition, announced its plans to introduce a new feature for the Pixel Tablet known as “Tap to Cast.” This innovation aims to transform the Pixel Tablet into a central hub for managing all smart home and media needs. The upcoming “Tap to Cast” functionality will enable…
Google’s Ambitious Restructuring: 30,000 Jobs at Risk Amid AI Integration
December 26, 2023 – In a recent development, following a significant layoff of 12,000 employees earlier this year, Google is reportedly planning a restructuring of its advertising sales department, putting as many as 30,000 employees at risk of losing their jobs. Google’s restructuring plans have shed light on a new concern for the workforce, indicating…