Google is developing a feature that enables users to use their Android smartphones as a webcam. With the rise in popularity of video conferencing during the lockdown period, there was a need for webcams. Still, not all users had access to one or had low-quality webcams on their laptops. To address this issue, Google is working on a solution that doesn’t require purchasing a separate webcam.

Recently, with the launch of the famous ChatGTP, Google has been concerned as the AI has great capabilities. Hence, Google has planned to create its own AI tool in May of ‘23. They plan to do this by adding direct answers that are provided in a search.

Google has rolled out a feature that provides better protection to users that use Incognito tabs. A report suggests that users can lock their Incognito tabs on their phones by using biometrics authentication. This will help prevent any unauthorized access to the tab.

Earlier, on Google Meets we could share our screens. However, we wouldn’t be able to share a specific file or document but now Google has allowed users to share content through a presentation controller that will be in the bottom-right corner.

Google has recently redesigned the Account Switcher feature with a Material You design. This design includes rounded corners, a profile avatar with the user’s name and email displayed alongside it, and a “Manage your Google Account” button. If the user is logged into multiple accounts, those will appear along with an “Add another account” button. The “Sign out” or “Sign out of all accounts” option is available in the background, along with the “Privacy Policy” and “Terms of Service.” 

Indian users may have noticed a sound box in many small local stores. The sound box is provided by Paytm to retailers and simply announces when a payment has been made. However, Google Pay has also introduced its own device, the Google Soundpod.

Google announced that they will be shutting down their game platform Stadia, which was launched in November 2019 in the UK, leaving many users disappointed. The app will shut down on January 19th, 2023 at 8:00 am UK time. The company has also promised to refund users who made any purchases through the platform, including downloads, games, and controllers. Stadia allowed users to stream video games at 4k resolution.

As we know, Apple has its own AirTag, but now Google plans to launch its own locator tag called GR10 or Groguaudio. Google has taken the assistance of the Nest Team to develop the product. 

The gadget has in-built speakers and an ultra-wideband for Bluetooth Low Energy – technologies used for radio-based communication for short-range usage scenarios.