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Catwatchful was an Android-specific spyware that presented itself as a child monitoring app "undetectable" to the user. These monitoring apps are often called "stalkerware" for their propensity to be used for non-consensual surveillance, which is illegal.

Foxglove director Rosa Curling said the new research highlights the "devastating impact that Google's 'AI overviews' are already having on the UK's independent news industry."

Google is testing a vibe-coding tool called Opal, which allows users to create mini web apps using text prompts and remix existing apps.

On August 25th, 2025, all links in the 'https://goo.gl/*' format will no longer work and return a 404 error message.

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold could shake up these neutral tones for something a little more colorful, and I have to say that I'm liking the look of the pistachio green.

Around 90-100% of UK mobile devices run on Apple or Google's mobile platforms, meaning the firms hold an effective duopoly.

The headphone space is very lucrative, with devices costing upwards of $200 providing enough of a profit margin. A lot of people overwhelmingly prefer over-ear audio to in-ear buds that are tinny, sound weak, and have low battery lives.

"When you search for Link actor Ainsworth, you will notice a message that reads: 'KYAAAA! HYAAAAA!', just like the noises Link makes as he slashes his way across Hyrule."

Google has removed the larger 'Sponsored' label from the top of the Find Related Products & Services search ads, replacing it with a smaller disclaimer below.

LaMDA was genuinely ChatGPT before ChatGPT. It was the first properly conversational LLM that was just incredible. And you know, everyone at Google had seen it and tried it.

The new design of the Pixel 9 Pro includes flat edges, making it easier to pick up. This addresses a significant complaint about the Pixel 8 Pro's slick surface.

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned officials from Google and Meta in response to rising money laundering cases linked to online betting apps.

A massive internet outage has hit the US, knocking dozens of popular websites offline, including Google, Costco, and Spotify, starting around 10:30am ET.

"The BADBOX 2.0 botnet compromised over 10 million uncertified devices running Android's open-source software (Android Open Source Project), which lacks Google's security protections."

"As of April 2025, BadBox 2.0 is comprised of more than ten million infected AOSP-based TV streaming boxes, tablets, projectors, and after-sale car infotainment systems."

The launch of Google's AI summarization feature in the US seeks to provide users with concise summaries of trending news stories, displayed under the Discover news feed.

'As AI spam infiltrated search results, Google faced the threat of losing user trust and revenue, compelling them to amplify reliance on real user behavior metrics.'

Google has confirmed the official launch of AI-generated summaries for Google Discover, rolling out in the U.S., which includes a disclaimer on potential errors.

"They need to embrace one path and suffer, in order to come out stronger; rather than hedging and playing both ways," he wrote.

Google will raise the prices of Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus subscriptions starting in August 2025. Nest Aware will increase from $8 to $10 monthly, while Nest Aware Plus will rise from $15 to $20.

Imagine promoting your business in a small town. You might buy an ad in the newspaper, put up a billboard, and run a spot on the local radio. Because these outlets are independent, you have lower prices and more advertising options.