#Google Maps testing 3D buildings during navigation

Google testing a new feature that shows 3D buildings while navigating on 📱mobile devices and Android Auto. The feature requires the 3D view layer to be enabled and a high 🔍zoom level. Some users have reported seeing the 3D buildings in navigation mode, which also become transparent when they obstruct the route. The feature is not widely available yet and seems to be in an experimental stage.

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#Google plans to expand support for real-money games

RMG will see more on the Play Store, starting with India, Brazil, and Mexico in June. The update includes a new service fee model for RMG apps, reflecting the value Google Play provides. A pilot program, initiated in 2021 in India and Mexico, will extend until June 30, 2024. Afterward, developers can publish more types of RMG apps, adhering to local laws. Google aims to ensure a secure and high-quality experience for users and developers of RMG apps.
What you think about it!?😞

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#Google's new upcoming data center in UK

Google has announced a $1 billion investment in a new data center in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, UK. The 33-acre site will create construction and technical jobs for the local community. Once complete, this investment will bring crucial compute capacity to businesses across the UK, supporting AI innovation and helping to ensure reliable digital services to Google Cloud customers and Google users in the UK and abroad.

Google aims to run all of its data centers and campuses on carbon-free energy (CFE), every hour of every day by 2030.

Above video is CGI by Google

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#Google's plans for this year, according to CEO Sundar Pichai:

1. Advanced AI: Develop cutting-edge, safe, and responsible AI technologies.
2. Knowledge Enhancement: Improve knowledge, learning, creativity, and productivity.
3. Personal Computing: Build helpful computing platforms & devices.
4. Innovation on Google Cloud: Enable organizations & developers to innovate using Google Cloud.
5. Trustworthy Products: Provide the world's most trusted products & platforms.
6. Exceptional Workplace: Cultivate an extraordinary environment for Google employees & the world.
7. Operational Efficiency: Enhance company velocity, efficiency, and productivity for sustainable cost savings.

Internal goals target increased efficiency, with layoffs aimed at simplifying execution. A leaner Google is envisioned for faster product development and innovation. 😄🦾🤓

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#Google announced some amazing generative #AI features for Chrome

Google announced amazing generative AI features for Chrome, making browsing easier and more streamlined. The new features include Tab Organizer, Generative AI themes, and a Help me write for General text boxes, which will be released in the next month's update.

These features will roll out first in the U.S. and then expand to other markets.

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Anatsa banking Trojan reappeared through apps on #Google Play

Detected by ThreatFabric in November 2023, the campaign exhibits sophisticated tactics and impacts countries like Slovakia, Slovenia, and Czechia. Exploits AccessibilityService to install malicious payloads, with a unique focus on Samsung devices.
🛑 Google Play has removed the five identified apps related to the Anatsa campaign.

➡️ These include -
• Phone Cleaner – File Explorer (com.volabs.androidcleaner)
• PDF Viewer – File Explorer (com.xolab.fileexplorer)
• PDF Reader – Viewer & Editor (com.jumbodub.fileexplorerpdfviewer)
• Phone Cleaner : File Explorer (com.appiclouds.phonecleaner)
• PDF Reader : File Manager (com.tragisoap.fileandpdfmanager).

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