Google LLC is an American company specializing in online technology services, founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin. It is best known for its search engine, services like YouTube, Android, or Google Workspace, and its advertising-based business model. In August 2026, Google cancels the launch of a dedicated mobile app for its AI Studio tool and integrates its features into the Gemini app. The same week, the company deploys immersive 3D navigation for Google Maps, powered by its AI Gemini, in the United States.
Google
TypeCompany
Founded1998
HeadquartersMountain View, Californie, États-Unis
Chief executiveSundar Pichai (CEO)
TopicAI & Software
Websitegoogle.com ↗
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Mobile
Whoop makes Advanced Labs blood tests available to all, no subscription needed
Whoop is removing the subscription requirement for its Advanced Labs blood tests. Now, any user can order these tests, starting at $150, without committing to a monthly plan. August 20, 2026
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AI & Software
Firefox Smart Window adds web search, tab groups, Exa partnership
Firefox expands Smart Window capabilities with real-time web search, automatic tab groups, and visual history previews. These beta features, available in the US and Canada, leverage a partnership with Exa for sourced answers. August 20, 2026
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Mobile
Google rolls out Android’s new sideloading flow amid backlash
Google is now deploying Android’s new 'advanced' sideloading flow, which enforces a 24-hour delay before installing unverified apps. This security measure precedes the developer verification requirement starting September 30, 2026. August 20, 2026
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Mobile
Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra: First images and specs leak ahead of launch
Samsung is preparing the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra, with a leaked image confirming a near-identical design to the Tab S11 Ultra. The high-end model will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor and come in Wi-Fi and 5G variants. August 19, 2026
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Mobile
Android Auto: Waze beats 2 other navigation apps vs Google Maps
Among the three Google Maps alternatives tested on Android Auto, Waze emerges as the best choice for daily use. Organic Maps impresses with its offline mode and privacy, but Waze combines smoothness, community alerts, and integration with Gemini. August 19, 2026
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Mobile
Apple Wallet adds digital driver’s licenses in 4 new US states
Apple is expanding its digital driver’s license in Apple Wallet to four more states: North Carolina, Oklahoma, Utah, and Virginia. North Carolina will launch its mobile program in December 2026, with Apple Wallet integration planned for early 2027. August 18, 2026
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AI & Software
Google’s Gemini 3.7 Flash: Faster, Cheaper, and More Powerful
Google launches Gemini 3.7 Flash, an improved version of its workhorse model for coding and agents, just three weeks after 3.6. The new model delivers significant gains in software development, workflow automation, and document understanding — all at half the price through the end of 2026. August 14, 2026
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Mobile
Gboard extends clipboard history to 24 hours
Google’s Gboard keyboard will soon let users keep copied items in the clipboard for up to 24 hours, up from the current one-hour limit. A subtle option, spotted in the beta version, already hints at how it works. August 13, 2026
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Connected Devices
Google’s Pixel Tag: First Object Tracker to Rival AirTag
Google officially launches its first object tracker, the Pixel Tag, available from November 11, 2026. This connected device, compatible with the Find Hub network, locates keys, wallets, or luggage with enhanced precision, priced at $29 per unit or $99 for a four-pack. August 13, 2026
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Mobile
Made by Google 2026: Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel Tag and more
Google unveiled its 2026 lineup at Made by Google: smarter Pixel 11 smartphones, a health-focused Pixel Watch 5, and its first tracker, the Pixel Tag. Here’s what’s changing. August 13, 2026
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AI & Software
Claude to watermark AI-generated text and images for EU compliance
Anthropic will embed invisible digital watermarks in text and images produced by Claude to comply with the EU AI Act. These identifiers will enable automatic detection of AI-generated or modified content, with phased implementation by December 2026. August 13, 2026
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AI & Software