Google Introduces New Search Featuring AI to Answer Complex Questions

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May 11, 2023

With AI, Google has revealed a new search function that gives users accurate results from various sources. The brand-new tool, AI Snapshot, creates summaries of search results utilizing substantial language models from freely available online resources. Although Google attempts to enhance the tool’s capabilities with its Bard AI technology, it will initially only operate in English.

The AI Snapshot function will make it easier to find information, particularly when looking for items based on parameters. Users can locate exclusive products that are hard to locate in conventional stores using Google’s AI search engine. With the new search feature, Google will look for appropriate goods across many online shops and provide them to the user.

Google’s Vice President of Search Products, Liz Reid, demonstrated several examples of how the new search feature will work. For example, when Reid typed in the search query “Why is sourdough bread still popular?” the AI generated a summary consisting of several paragraphs that briefly described the advantages of sourdough bread and included a block of three links to resources for further information.

The new look of the Google SERP page is focused on AI and is not similar to what users are used to. Developers have implemented some of the company’s leading developments in large language models in Search, including the general-purpose PaLM 2 model and the unified multitasking model (MuM), which is used to improve the quality of complex query processing.

The AI Snapshot feature is an experiment, and not all search queries will lead to its appearance in the search results. The tool will only generate summaries when Google believes an AI snapshot would be more useful than a standard search result. In addition, the intervention of neural networks is excluded from queries on important topics such as health or finance.

To access the new AI search feature, users will need to join the Search Generative Experience program, which is part of the Search Labs service. Google representatives emphasize that the Search Generative Experience is an experiment. Still, the company sees this approach as a fundamental long-term change in how users interact with the search engine.

Google Unveils Search Labs to Explore New Search Features and AI-Powered Experiences

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Vishak

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May 11, 2023

Google is renowned for its cutting-edge goods and services that have transformed technology use. The straightforward search interface we have all grown accustomed to is one of its most popular offerings. Google appears to be prepared to abandon this conventional search interface, though.

This year’s Google I/O featured the launch of the company’s new “Search Labs” initiative. Users can test out Google’s search screen of the future and offer feedback on fresh ideas and early tests through this experimental programme.

Search Labs is a limited-time experience that allows users to experiment with different features. One of these features is the Search Generative Experience (SGE), which brings the power of generative AI to Google Search. This new search experience helps users find and understand information quickly. As users search for information, they can get an AI-powered overview of the topic, pointers to explore further, and a natural way to follow up.

Another feature of Search Labs is Code Tips, which harnesses the power of large language models to give users pointers on how to write code faster and smarter. Users can ask how-to questions about specific programming languages such as C, C++, Go, Java, JavaScript, Kotlin, Python, and TypeScript, tools such as Docker, Git, and Shell, and algorithms.

Finally, Add to Sheets is a feature that allows users to insert search results directly into a spreadsheet to share with friends. This feature is particularly useful for planning trips, adding information to your itinerary, or recording other information you find in your searches.

At the moment, Search Labs is only accessible in the US and English. It is unknown if it will be accessible in other areas.

Google Announces Release of Pixel Tablet After Nine-Year Hiatus

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Adwaith

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May 11, 2023

For the first time in nine years since the Nexus 9, Google is returning to the tablet space with the launch of its Pixel Tablet. The tech giant announced the Pixel Tablet’s release a year ago, and it is now set to hit the market on June.

The Pixel Tablet has a 16:10 10.95-inch LCD (2560×1600, 500nits brightness, 276PPI) with slightly larger black or white bezels. The 8MP front-facing camera (1.12μm, α2.0, 84°) should be good enough for video calls. The screen uses Gorilla Glass 3 and has an antifouling coating. Supports USI 2.0 stylus pens.

The Pixel Tablet includes 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, and the latest Tensor G2 processor powers it — just like the Pixel 7a and Pixel Fold. According to Google, the tablet can play videos for up to 12 hours before recharging. It supports USI 2.0 stylus pens, and the volume rocker and fingerprint sensor incorporated into the power button are on the top edge.

A distinctive feature of the Pixel Tablet is that by using a charging dock with a speaker, it becomes a smart display and can be used like a Nest Hub Max. The software switches to hub mode, giving easy access to controls for all your smart home devices. Like the Nest Hub, it doubles as a digital photo frame and can play songs and videos with audio through its built-in speaker. The performance of the speaker is also high, and according to Google, it will deliver “room-filling music”. The tablet itself also has four built-in speakers.

Google also sells a speaker dock (which it also sells separately for those who want to place it around the house), as well as a basic case with a built-in metal ring stand that allows the tablet to sit at different angles. The case is quite clever and allows you to dock the tablet without removing the case. Partner Speck also makes a few other cases.

Google says it has over 50 optimized apps for the Pixel Tablet, with the ability to run split-screen multitasking. The company is working with developers to optimize more apps for the device, with Spotify, Minecraft, and Disney+ among the first.

The Pixel Tablet is available for pre-order starting today, with prices starting at $499. The tablet comes in two colours, grey “Hazel” and white “Porcelain,” and shipments will begin on June 20th.

Google Announces Pixel 7a: A Budget Smartphone With New Features

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Vishak

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May 11, 2023

Google I/O, the annual conference of Google, witnessed the unveiling of the Pixel 7a, a budget smartphone. The Pixel 7a offers several features on the company’s 2022 Pixel 7. The phone has been stripped of some of its expensive features to make it affordable.

The Pixel 7a inherits the performance of Pixel 7 with 2 Cortex-X1 cores at 2.85GHz, 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.35GHz, 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.80GHz, and Tensor G2 chip with 8GB of RAM, the same chip also powers new Pixel Fold. The phone features an upgraded camera system with a 72% larger sensor than its predecessor, the Pixel 6a, and a 44% increase in light sensitivity.

The main camera has been improved, and a new 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens has been added, allowing users to capture pictures with a wider field of view. Additionally, the Pixel 7a’s Night Sight feature is twice as fast as its predecessor.

The Pixel 7a also has a 6.1-inch organic EL screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a density of 429 ppi. It uses a 90Hz “Smooth Display” for improved scrolling and smooth transitions.

One of the new features introduced on the Pixel 7a is “long exposure,” which enhances texture and vitality in images of moving subjects, such as waterfalls. The Tensor G2 enables a super-resolution zoom of up to 8x, enabling sharp and high-quality images even when shooting from a long distance.

The Pixel 7a has a sleek design similar to the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, with the trademark Pixel camera bar and smooth contoured surface. The midframe construction makes it the sturdiest in the A-series lineup. The housing is waterproof, antifouling, and scratch-resistant. The aluminum enclosure is made from 100% recycled materials.

The Pixel 7a will be available in four colour options (Coral, Sea, Charcoal, and Snow), starting at $499. As a pre-order incentive, buyers will receive 12 months of free YouTube Premium and a $150 store credit that can be used for their next purchase on the Google Store. The phone is expected to begin shipping on May 15th.

Overall, the Pixel 7a is a budget smartphone that packs a punch with its impressive camera system, sleek design, and a host of new features that are sure to appeal to users looking for a capable phone at an affordable price.

Pixel Fold: Google Officially Unveiled Its First Foldable Smartphone

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Sabarinath

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May 11, 2023

Google officially unveiled its first foldable smartphone, the Pixel Fold, at Google I/O developer conference. Despite the leaks and teasers leading up to the event, the official announcement has generated significant buzz as it positions Google to compete with models such as the Oppo Find N2 or the Galaxy Z Flip 4.

When folded, the Pixel Fold is much wider than Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 — the OLED outer display is 5.8 inches, supports 120 Hz and has a resolution of 2,092 x 1,080 pixels. This results in an aspect ratio of 17.4:9. For comparison — The outer display of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 has a ratio of 23.1:9.

The inner OLED display is 7.6 inches and has a resolution of 2,208 x 1,840 pixels, it also supports 120 Hz. The 6:5 aspect ratio is wider than it is tall when unfolded, unlike the Z Fold 4. The brightness is regular at up to 1,000 cd/m², the peak brightness is 1,450 cd/m². The external display has 1,200 and 1,550 cd/m² respectively. The inner screen is protected by ultra-thin glass, while the outer screen is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus.

Inside the Pixel Fold is powered by an 8-core Google Tensor G2 + Titan M2 processor, which is already used in the Pixel 7 series and also the new Pixel 7a. The main memory is 12 GB, the flash memory either 256 or 512 GB.

A triple camera is installed on the back, the main camera of which has 48 megapixels and an optical image stabilizer. It is supported by a super wide-angle camera with 10.8 megapixels and a telephoto camera with five times optical magnification and also 10.8 megapixels. The Pixel Fold allows digital zooming up to 20x magnification. Vides can be recorded in 4K with up to 60 fps.

A front camera is installed in both the outer display and the inner screen. The outside has 9.5 megapixels, the inside has 8 megapixels. Users can also use the main camera for selfies by unfolding the smartphone and using the outer display as a viewfinder.

Powering the Pixel Fold is a robust 4,821 mAh battery, which, according to Google, should provide over 24 hours of usage under normal conditions. For those requiring even more longevity, an extreme energy-saving mode extends the battery life to an impressive 72 hours. The smartphone also supports wireless charging, but cable charging can only be done with a separately available charger.

The Pixel Fold runs Android 13 and supports USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, eSIM, GPS, LTE, 5G, and NFC. According to Google, over 50 apps are optimized for use with the foldable interior display, including Netflix, YouTube, Spotify and Tiktok. A taskbar is designed to make multitasking easier.

The smartphone is available in two colors – obsidian and porcelain, and also has the design of the back cover and outer display, like the flagship Pixel 7 series. The body materials consist of glass and aluminum, and the hinges are made of stainless steel with a mirror finish.

The Pixel Fold starts at $1,799 for the 256GB version and $1,919 for the 512GB version. This makes the Pixel Fold noticeably more expensive than other foldable smartphones with a comparable form factor. The device is already available for pre-order on the Google website.

The Best Way to Transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to Android

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Rakesh Babu

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May 11, 2023

Android devices offer a greater degree of device customization metrics in comparison with iPhones. Moreover, Android devices are much more affordable than the iPhone. Due to the previously mentioned reasons, people mainly switch from iPhone to Android. Yet some of the users have to say goodbye to their old WhatsApp data because they don’t know how to transfer WhatsApp.

This article is specifically designed to help those users. Here, you will discover the reliable tool named Mutsapper to transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to Android. We will also discuss a tool that will help you prevent WhatsApp data loss.

Contents

1 Part 1: Things to Do Before Transferring the WhatsApp Data
2 Part 2: Overview of the Best WhatsApp Management Toolkit
3 Key Features of Mutsapper
4 What is The Procedure for Transferring Data from iPhone to Android with Mutsapper?
- 4.1 Step 1: Open Mutsapper and Connect Devices
- 4.2 Step 2: Transfer WhatsApp Data
5 Bonus Tip: How To Prevent WhatsApp Data Loss With the Best Tool?
6 Why Should You Use Wondershare MobileTrans to Back up WhatsApp Data?
7 Conclusion

Part 1: Things to Do Before Transferring the WhatsApp Data

Undoubtedly Mutsapper can transfer WhatsApp from one device to another uncomplicatedly. Yet, transferring WhatsApp before taking any preventive measures can lead to irritable scenarios. Thus, here are some of the things that you should do before moving WhatsApp data:

Charge Your Device: While WhatsApp transfers, ifyou can lose your data the device shuts down due to 0% battery. That is why ichargingyour device at least 50% is essential. This can save you from data loss issues.
Update WhatsApp Before Transferring: Another reason for frequent data loss is your WhatsApp is not updated. Thus, make sure you update WhatsApp and use the most recent version before transferring data.
Device and App Updates: Look for any OS version updates for the device before making the transfer. It will help you to restore your WhatsApp on the new device in an optimized manner. Other than this, the application you will use for WhatsApp transfer should also be updated accordingly.
Backup the WhatsApp Data: Moreover, make sure you have a copy of your data stored in another storage device as a backup. In case you lose WhatsApp data, no matter what reason, you at least have a copy of your cherished data.

Part 2: Overview of the Best WhatsApp Management Toolkit

Now the wait is over because, in this section, you will discover the most user-friendly and innovative tool, Wondershare Mutsapper. With the help of this tool, you can transfer WhatsApp from one device to another. It is one of the most innovative and high-class WhatsApp toolkits. Moreover, you can also make cross-platform transfers with it, such as iPhone to Android and Android to iPhone.

In addition to this, you can also transfer every bit of WhatsApp data with this. It includes text, stickers, location, videos, audio, photos, and more.

Key Features of Mutsapper

With Mutsapper, you can transfer WhatsApp with or without the OTG cable.
Mutsapper never overwrites any WhatsApp data so that you can trust it with your personal and confidential data.
It supports many languages for ease of use, such as German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, and more.

What is The Procedure for Transferring Data from iPhone to Android with Mutsapper?

By following the process listed below, you can learn how to transfer WhatsApp data from iPhone to Android with Mutsapper:

Step 1: Open Mutsapper and Connect Devices

Initially, open Mutsapper on your Android device and tap on “iPhone to Android” from the main interface. After this, choose a method to connect Android with iPhone.

Step 2: Transfer WhatsApp Data

After making a connection, Mutsapper will copy your WhatsApp data. Wait a few moments and then log in to WhatsApp on Android. To proceed, follow the on-screen instructions and restore WhatsApp on Android.

Bonus Tip: How To Prevent WhatsApp Data Loss With the Best Tool?

You lose your WhatsApp data because of several reasons. These reasons may include theft, damage to a mobile, data loss duringthe transfer procedure, or virus attack on the phone. Thus, taking a precautionary measure to back up WhatsApp is an excellent choice.

In order to do a backup with full optimization, you can take assistance from an advanced tool called Wondershare MobileTrans. With MobileTrans, you can back up WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business data. Other than this, you can back up more than 18 types of dh it. This also supports iPhone and Android versions.

Why Should You Use Wondershare MobileTrans to Back up WhatsApp Data?

Many tools let you back up your WhatsApp data, so many users wonder why they should use MobileTrans. The below-given points will make it understandable why Wondershare MobileTrans is an optimized solution for backups:

As you know, iCloud lets you back up only 5GB of free data, and Google Drive can help with 15GB of free data backup. It is minimal storage because WhatsApp data is mostly equipped with media files which increases its size. Yet, in MobileTrans, you will not face these issues.
If you want to restore WhatsApp with iTunes, you know that you can only do this on iPhone. So, Android users cannot use this platform for restoring WhatsApp backup of iPhone. However, there are no such restrictions in MobileTrans.
With MobileTrans, you can also restore the WhatsApp backup stored on Google Drive to your iPhone. Thus, there are no data size limitations for anyone.
One of the best things is you can use MobileTrans on several mobile devices running on Android and iOS. So, you can freely back up and restore your WhatsApp on versatile brand devices.

Conclusion

You can use the most known application named, Wondershare Mutsapper to transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to Android. This is an easy-to-use application, so you can use it with ease. There are some things that you should keep in mind before transferring data.

Besides this, this article also demonstrates that you can back up your WhatsApp with Wondershare MobileTrans. If you are wondering why MobileTrans is a better choice for backup, the bonus tip will help you with this.

Qualcomm Acquires Israeli Chipmaker Autotalks for Up To $400M to Boost its Automotive Tech Portfolio

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Vishak

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May 10, 2023

Qualcomm has announced its acquisition of Autotalks, an Israeli fabless chipmaker that builds semiconductor and system-on-a-chip technology for automotive safety.

Autotalks’ technology is used in sensors that help vehicles detect road hazards, such as oncoming vehicles in a driver’s blind spots. The company also communicates with other vehicles using compatible technology to improve responsiveness. Qualcomm will pay around $350-$400 million for the startup.

The V2X (vehicle-to-everything) connectivity technology from Autotalks will be included in Qualcomm’s mobility-focused Snapdragon Digital Chassis lineup. Autotalks was founded in 2009 and has acquired $110 million from several strategic investors like Samsung, Hyundai, and Toyota and financial backers like Gemini Israel and Magma Venture Partners.

Qualcomm has gained interesting momentum in its automotive business, with customers including VW, General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, Cadillac, Honda, and Stellantis. Although that is more of a long-term vision than a concrete concept, the company asserted a $30 billion “design-win pipeline” in the automobile sector in September 2020. Automotive sales for its QCT segment, the main CDMA business that includes mobile and wireless chips and related technologies, was $975 million in FY21 and $1.3 billion in FY22.

Acquiring Autotalks is a logical next step for Qualcomm, as safety has become one of the most important issues in advanced automotive technology. It is one of the most profitable potentials for developing driverless and autonomous systems. Regardless of the longer development times for completely autonomous systems, it becomes the major feature and solution that customers are most likely to utilise and one that automakers are most likely to invest in when building future car models.

Google Play Store Now Displays Ads for Promoted Apps in Search Results

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Anu Thomas John

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May 10, 2023

Like Apple expanding its own advertising business, Google has started displaying ads for promoted applications at the top of the search window in the Play Store digital content store. Previously, the user saw the last four search queries in the search bar, but now an ad block is displayed at the top, followed by queries saved in the history. This move by Google comes as part of the April update package released through the Google System Updates program.

The ad unit at the top of the search window includes the name of the promoted application, the name of the developer, the user rating of the program, and its total number of downloads. Notably, the ad unit is not marked with a special “Ad” icon, which is typically used in other Google services to indicate that it is an advertisement. This move expands the opportunities for promoting applications on Google’s platform, which has been available for a long time.

However, not all Google Play users are currently seeing ads for promoted applications. While the innovation has already been launched worldwide, including in Russia, it is not yet clear if Google plans to roll out this feature to all users.

This move by Google follows a recent report that the company has started showing more ads in its Gmail email service. Some users have noticed ads appearing in their emails in the inbox. It is not yet known whether Google plans to expand this feature or whether the appearance of ads in individual users’ inboxes is a result of testing.

With the continued growth of digital advertising, it’s no surprise that Google is looking for more ways to monetize its platforms. While some users may find the addition of ads to the Play Store search window to be intrusive, it is a common practice in the tech industry. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen how Google’s decision to include ads in its various services will impact user experience and whether it will be embraced or rejected by its user base.