Sneak peek of what to expect with Android Automotive at Google IO 2018
Android in the car is something Google introduced a while back now but the developments that we have been seeing as consumers have been very slow to surface. As expected, Google are looking to show off what they have...
Ask Ausdroid: How come retailers can sell Google products cheaper than Google themselves?
In today's Ask Ausdroid column, Jamie asks:
How come retailers can sell Google products cheaper than Google themselves? Harvey Norman sell Google's Home Mini for $53 and on Google's own online store, it's listed for $59.
Great question, Jamie. It goes to the...
You can now earn Flybuys rewards points on eBay purchases
eBay Australia has announced a partnership with Flybuys to allow customers to earn points through shopping on eBay's online marketplace.
The partnership between to the two retail giants begins in earnest today, enabling eBay shoppers to obtain, collect and redeem...
JBL has announced an Android TV powered Soundbar with Google Assistant built-in
Audio maker JBL has today unveiled a new soundbar in their LINK range, announcing the JBL LINK BAR powered by Android TV complete with Google Assistant built-in.
There are precious few details on how the Soundbar will integrate with the...
Google release Android Things 1.0 on the eve of Google IO
Yesterday we predicted that Google would bring Android Things out of developer preview and into the stable realm at Google IO this year. Today they have done just that with the launch of Android Things 1.0.
Although officially Google IO...
Catch Connect now offers 365-day plans and you can get 30% off for a...
After launching in February, MVNO Catch Connect has today introduced a raft of new 365-day pre-paid plans with a bonus launch special offering 30% off the price for a limited time.
There are three new 365-day plans which include the...
What does Google have in store for us this year at Google IO?
It's Google IO time again, a great time of year for Google enthusiasts. It's where we get to hear all the new and exciting developments Google have for us in the coming months (and years). While not everything always...
Here’s how to watch the OnePlus 6 announcement and help them come up with...
In just nine short days OnePlus will take to the stage in London and reveal the next OnePlus flagship, the OnePlus 6. As they do every year OnePlus has teased their upcoming flagship this year and along with...
Sony Xperia XA2 — Australian Review
While the hype from Sony this year centres around their new Xperia XZ2 range and the updated full-screen design which adopts the 18:9 aspect ratio, it seems there's still some life left in the old design for their mid-range...
Ask Ausdroid: How can JB HiFi sell Samsung’s Galaxy S9 so cheap on Telstra...
James writes, having read about the huge $500 discount that JB HiFi is offering on Samsung's Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ when signing up with Telstra:
How can JB Hi-Fi sell the Samsung Galaxy S9+ so cheap on a 12...
Google Play is helping you binge on Marvel movies this weekend for just $9.99...
If you're still catching up on the Marvel Cinematic Universe before going to see Avengers: Infinity War at the cinema, Google Play has a great deal on 14 of the company's movies right now.
You can grab movies for most...
Medibank calls out Google AdWords’ costs and policies
In a submission to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s digital platforms inquiry, Health insurer Medibank, has called out Google’s dominant market share in Search, as well as their hold over advertising using the Trademark AdWords policy for driving...
Google working on a revamp for Google News bringing more video and higher speed
According to a new report, Google is reportedly working on a revamp for Google News which is likely to be unveiled next week during Google I/O.
The report from Ad Age, which references sources close to the project, says...
CBS All Access to launch here by years end
After announcing their purchase of Network 10 last year, CBS Corporation, has announced to investors overnight that Australians will get access to CBS's Streaming Video On Demand (SVOD) service All Access by years end.
The news that CBS All Access...
Google’s Gboard keyboard gets a GIF Creator
Google's Gboard keyboard has picked up a new update overnight with a GIF Creator being added, allowing you to create your own visual response to send.
The addition is appearing v7.2 of the Beta version of Gboard - which you...