Microsoft starts adding quick action customisation for notifications on their Android apps – all...
Let's face it, Microsoft is reborn, somehow they have gone from mega evil scourge of the technosphere to an almost beloved company who is just providing you thoughtful experiences. Why? We think it's because they're not in front, however,...
Chrome collapsible, coloured tab groups are here
We got a look at them previously and found coloured tab groups remarkably useful. The problem remains for many users though, if you've got a lot of tabs open it can be hard to find the one you...
Google assistant is reminding users about good hygiene and masks during the pandemic
In these unusual times, it's important to remain vigilant with your hygiene. In 2020 a simple lapse with how thoroughly you're washing your hands has the potential to be catastrophic for you and your family. Google Assistant...
Google Translate lets you save your transcriptions now
Sadly international travel isn't on the cards for Aussies anytime soon. COVID-19 has put that potential on the back burner, but there's no harm in preparing right? Google Translate has opened the world to travellers who --...
YouTube Music users are starting to see lyrics on the web interface
There are a few reports appearing online of users finally seeing lyrics appear on the web interface for YouTube Music. This is a feature that's been available on mobile platforms for some time now, understandably since that's the...
Google Pixel Buds feature drop introduces bass boost and Attention Alerts
The Pixel Buds finally landed here in Australia just a few weeks ago and by all reports have been well received. Google have made them even more attractive now with the release of a feature drop -- just...
Google Podcasts finally shows your subscriptions on the web
Google Podcasts is one of the quietly achieving products they produce. In the early stages, it was mobile only, then a "hacky" way to get to a web interface and finally, an official web interface appeared.
Now the web interface...
Google Messages has another feature added for some users
Google is seemingly making a serious effort to deliver a messaging platform that users want to be a part of. The continual improvement of Google Messages is testament to that, unfortunately, they have tripped a few times along the...
They’re at it again: Google rumoured to be merging Duo into Meet
Please say it isn't so, Google just can not be killing off another messaging platform. According to sources Google is apparently planning to shutter their consumer video chat platform Duo and merge the user base into their productivity video...
Google Lens will soon be able to help your kids with their maths homework
Very occasionally my kids read Ausdroid -- usually when they make an appearance -- but I sure hope they will not read it today. The reason for this is that Google just announced that "to help kids with...
Lookout is another step from Google to make daily life accessible to people with...
Over the past year or so, Google has been making a clear effort to be more inclusive with their development pathways. We've seen the sound amplifier, live transcribe and their involvement with the be my eyes project. ...
Safety and emergency notifications through your phone
We're living in a very strange world right now, where we're battling a foe we can't see... But there are other threats that are present through accident, as well as mother nature. Google is continuing to develop the...
Twitter option to limit who replies is now live
We saw the first signs that Twitter were planning to limit who can reply to tweets in May. In a morning check today we found that -- providing you're using their web interface, or an official client --...
Google rolls out Pixel exclusive Bedtime and Sunrise Alarm to all devices
Earlier this year Google rolled out enhanced downtime features to help Pixel users have more consistent sleep patterns. The added feature in the Google Clock app allowed users to set a regular schedule for both going to sleep and...
Google Phone Beta app can now be installed on more phones
Most Android manufacturers have their own dialler app with some of them half decent but in our opinion here at Ausdroid they all pale in comparison compared to the Google Dialler app. The good news is that the...