Ars Technica

MARCH 24, 2025

The Google Maps Timeline has long been a useful though slightly uncomfortable feature that maintains a complete record of everywhere your phone goes (and probably you with it). Many Google users grew quite fond of having access to that data. However, Google had access to it, too.

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Ars Technica

MARCH 17, 2025

Google Assistant is not long for this world. Google confirmed what many suspected last week, that it will transition everyone to Gemini in 2025. Assistant holdouts may find it hard to stay on Google's old system until the end, though. Google has confirmed some popular Assistant features are being removed in the coming weeks.

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Ars Technica

APRIL 17, 2025

Google's Gemini AI may have had a slow start, but it has been anything but in 2025. Google has announced that its faster, more efficient Gemini 2.5 Flash using the company's newly announced API pricing, which Google says is much lower than competing products. Flash model is rolling out widely in preview.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

3) Use and monitor Google Analytics. Google Analytics is an essential website analytics tool for nonprofits. Google Analytics is free to use and its most recent upgrade is named GA4. Also, setting up a Google Business Profile for your nonprofit also helps. 4) Prioritize SEO. 5) Install SSL certificates on your website.

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Mashable Tech

APRIL 21, 2025

Google's Gemini Live launched for all Android users over the weekend. The move was expected: Google noted earlier this month that the feature was rolling out to all Android users with the Gemini app. The move was expected: Google noted earlier this month that the feature was rolling out to all Android users with the Gemini app.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 7, 2024

a Google-certified digital marketing agency focused on the Google Ad Grants Program and recommended 600+ clients. Google Ad Grants is a program that offers a unique opportunity for nonprofits to harness the power of Google Ads, providing them with up to $10,000 per month in free advertising credits.

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Mashable Tech

APRIL 17, 2025

Google Gemini 2.5 Flash model is also available on Google AI Studio and Vertex AI with controls for developers to manually turn off its reasoning compute and budget the amount of compute applied to tasks, therefore having more control over the amount of tokens they spend. The Gemini 2.5 The Gemini 2.5 Flash is part of the Gemini 2.5

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sgEngage

JANUARY 23, 2025

The Google Ad Grants program, which started in 2003, is a transformative tool that offers nonprofits worldwide $10,000 per month for free to promote their missions and connect with target audiences. What Is the Google Ad Grants Program?

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Engadget

MARCH 13, 2025

After being one of the first companies to roll out a Deep Research feature at the end of last year, Google is now making that same tool available to everyone. Compared to say Google's new AI Mode , Deep Research works slower than your typical chatbot, and that's by design. Google, however, has been ahead of the curve.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

SAVE $60: As of March 17, the Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm) is on sale at Amazon for $289.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm) $289.99 Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm) $289.99 That's 17% off its list price of $349.99. at Amazon $349.99 at Amazon $349.99

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Engadget

APRIL 11, 2025

As it said it would do earlier this year , Google has laid off hundreds of employees from its Platforms and Devices division, The Information reported. That part of the company, which employs over 25,000 people, houses its Pixel phones and smartwatches, Nest devices, the Android and ChromeOS platforms and Chrome browser.

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Ars Technica

MARCH 18, 2025

Google today announced a $32 billion deal to buy Wiz, an Israeli cloud security company that would become part of Google's cloud division if the merger is completed. Google is also awaiting a verdict in a separate ad-tech monopoly case brought by the US government. Read full article Comments

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Ars Technica

APRIL 22, 2025

Google announced last year that it would deploy safety tools in Google Messages to help users avoid unwanted nudes by automatically blurring the content. Now, that feature is finally beginning to roll out. Spicy image-blurring may be enabled by default on some devices, but others will need to turn it on manually.

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Engadget

APRIL 22, 2025

Google has been paying Samsung tons of cash every month to pre-install the AI app Gemini on its smartphones, according to a report by Bloomberg. This information comes to us as part of a pre-existing antitrust case against Google. Google is in the process of appealing that ruling. Just saying.

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Engadget

APRIL 22, 2025

Google Messages has started rolling out sensitive content warnings for nudity after first unveiling the feature late last year. Parents control the feature for supervised users via the Family Link app, but unsupervised teens aged 13 to 17 can turn it off in Google Messages settings. The feature is off by default for everyone else.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

Google, OpenAI, DeepSeek, et al. Google's Gemini 2.0 are nowhere near achieving AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), according to a new benchmark. The Arc Prize Foundation, a nonprofit that measures AGI progress, has a new benchmark that is stumping the leading AI models. This Tweet is currently unavailable. percent.

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Ars Technica

MARCH 27, 2025

Google has some new tools to help you plan, but like most of what Google does now, the new features lean heavily on AI. Google says that lots of people tend to take screenshots when they're planning a trip. Google says that lots of people tend to take screenshots when they're planning a trip.

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Engadget

MARCH 25, 2025

Google has the pedal to the metal on its AI development. As with any new AI launch, Google is touting a strong performance on LMArena for Gemini 2.5, It's a different approach than Google took with the Gemini 2.0 " Google had only just started rolling out Gemini 2.0 The first model in this series is Gemini 2.5

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Ars Technica

MARCH 24, 2025

So I wasn't surprised, as I read further into this January missive from Google, that an "upcoming software update for your Pixel 4a" would "affect the overall performance and stability of its battery." Indeed, a more honest subject line would usually be: "You're about to get hosed." How would my battery be affected? Negatively, of course.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 11, 2025

Alphabet’s Google laid off hundreds of employees in its platforms and devices unit, The Information reported on Friday, citing a person with direct knowledge of the situation. Google did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.

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Ars Technica

MARCH 18, 2025

It's been nearly two years now since game industry veteran Phil Harrison left Google following the implosion of the company's Stadia cloud gaming service. Google's Phil Harrison talks about the Google Stadia controller at GDC 2019. You might be eligible for emotional support." Read full article Comments

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Mashable Tech

APRIL 1, 2025

SAVE $334.95: As of April 1, get the Google Pixel 9 Pro for $664.05 Opens in a new window Credit: Target Google Pixel 9 Pro $999 at Target Get Deal Ready to add a new smartphone to your tech arsenal? For instance, you might consider trying a Pixel phone, part of Google's lineup. at Target, down from its usual price of $999.

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Engadget

MARCH 12, 2025

Its just a software issue and Google is working on it. Google was fairly vague in its wording here, but at least we know a fix is coming. Yikes, Google really fumbled. Google says the cause of the problem has been identified but didnt reveal any specifics. RIP Chromecast. RIP Chromecast.

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Engadget

MARCH 7, 2025

It's an exciting day if you're a fan of the BBC and the Google TV Streamer. BBC iPlayer is finally available on the streaming platform almost six months after Google launched it, 9to5Google reports. Google certified its TV Streamer for use with BBC iPlayer back in November 2024.

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Engadget

MARCH 24, 2025

Theres now a native version of Google Drive for Arm-powered PCs, like those featuring last years Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus chips. The new app is available for all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers and users with personal Google accounts. Todays release follows a beta test going back to last year.

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Mashable Tech

APRIL 1, 2025

SAVE $200 : As of April 1, the Google Pixel 9 is on sale for $699 at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 9 $699 at Amazon $899 Save $200 Get Deal Amazon's Big Spring Sale is over, but there are still plenty of discounts to be found. This model also features Gemini , Google's next-generation AI technology.

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Mashable Tech

APRIL 8, 2025

SAVE $200 : As of April 8, the Google Pixel 9 is on sale for $699.99 Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 9 $649.75 But we really love this latest deal on the Google Pixel 9. inch OLED display with vibrant colors as well as the latest Google Tensor chip for fast, non-laggy performance.

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Mashable Tech

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

19, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is on sale for $899 at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 9 Pro $899.00 With Amazon's Daily Deals, you'll find lots of great discounts on smartphones, but we love this latest deal on the Google Pixel Pro 9. 19, the Google Pixel Pro 9 is reduced to $899 from $1099.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 18, 2025

Tuesdays news that Google would acquire the Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32 billion was remarkable on several fronts. The deal, assuming it closes, will be the largest acquisition in Googles history. Becoming part of Google Cloud is effectively strapping a rocket to our backs, Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport wrote in a blog post.

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Ars Technica

APRIL 21, 2025

The remedy phase of Google's search antitrust trial is getting underway, and the government is seeking to force major changes. The next few weeks could reshape Google as a company and significantly alter the balance of power on the Internet, and both sides have a plan to get their way. Advantage for Justice Dept.

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Engadget

APRIL 21, 2025

The Google TV Streamer 4K is on sale for $79, which is a 21-percent discount from its regular price. This new streaming device came out at the end of last year and effectively replaced Google's Chromecast. This is the lowest price we've seen on it since launch, and you can grab it from Amazon or direct from Google.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Your nonprofit is eligible for $120,000 worth of Google search ads each year—are you using it to its full potential? Glued Network’s white paper, Full Utilization: How Nonprofits Can Make the Most of Google Ad Grant , will give you the tools and insights you need to achieve better results and expand your mission.

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Engadget

APRIL 22, 2025

The Google Nest Security Cam has an easy setup, wide-ranging compatibility and 1080p HD video. Part of what makes it accessible to smart home security newcomers is the Google Home app. Engadget's pick for the best security camera for newbies is on sale for 30 percent off. It also doesn't hurt that it's pretty dang cute.

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Mashable Tech

APRIL 22, 2025

SAVE $20: As of April 22, the Google TV Streamer 4K is available for $79 at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google TV Streamer 4K $79 at Google $99.99 Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google TV Streamer 4K $79 at Google $99.99 But Google’s TV Streamer 4K ? Save $20.99

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 19, 2025

Google Maps who? It even finds routes Google Maps missesthats the main point. You’ll be the first to find all sorts of simple tech treasures! The next time you encounter a complicated web of route options, remember a site called Rome2Rio . Rome2Rio shows every last possible travel option in a single streamlined place.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Since our upgrade to a premium website hosting service, the speed of Nonprofit Tech for Good has improved to 91/100 from 68/100 in Google PageSpeed Insights for desktop and as a result, Google Search is once again our top source for referral traffic. Another benefit of premium website hosting is automatic daily backups of your website.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Online Giving Preferences 39% of online donors prefer to make online donors using a credit card , followed by PayPal at 17%, debit cards at 13%, Apple Pay at 11%, Venmo at 8%, ACH at 6%, and Google Pay at 5%. The three least common methods of making online donations are Amazon Pay at 1% and stock transfers and cryptocurrency at less than 1%.

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