9to5Google Daily 224: Samsung stories galore!
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Report: Google criticized for 'extensive' use of NDAs with cities when building data centers
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The past week in big tech criticism has been centered around Amazon's pull out of New York for its HQ2 after local complaints over tax breaks. A new report today looks at Google's use of non-disclosure agreements when building out data centers around the U.S. more… The post Report: Google criticized for 'extensive' use of NDAs with cities when building data centers appeared first on 9to5Google.
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ARCore gains support for 8 new devices including Moto G7 series and first dual-display phone
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Just in time for all the recent excitement around Google's Playmoji, including Childish Gambino exclusive to Google Pixel phones and yesterday's Valentines-themed stickers, the underlying ARCore is welcoming eight new phones to the ever-growing device roster, including all four phones in the Moto G7 series and its first dual-display phone. more… The post ARCore gains support for 8 new devices including Moto G7 series and first dual-display phone appeared first on 9to5Google.
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Google wants to make it harder for sites to detect that you're using Chrome's Incognito Mode
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As many websites make their money from tracking and advertising, especially advertising targeted to individuals based on their web activity, Google Chrome's Incognito Mode can help give users a sense of privacy by temporarily disconnecting from their Google, Facebook, and Amazon accounts. For those who use Incognito this way, you may be shocked to know that Chrome has long had a flaw that can be abused by web developers to detect whether you're using Incognito Mode. According to a set of new code changes, Google is finally looking to fix this issue. more… The post Google wants to make it harder for sites to detect that you're using Chrome's Incognito Mode appeared first on 9to5Google.
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ARCore 1.7 adds Augmented Faces API for AR selfies, new 'Elements' app covering design basics
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ARCore is Google's platform for mobile augmented reality which does not require specialized hardware. As of December, it's available on 250 million devices and powers features like Playmoji on the Pixel 3. The latest developer release today introduces a new Augmented Faces API and an ARCore Elements app for learning about basic principles. more… The post ARCore 1.7 adds Augmented Faces API for AR selfies, new 'Elements' app covering design basics appeared first on 9to5Google.
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February security patch now rolling out for the Galaxy Note 9
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Samsung has been relentless with the updates as of late and shows no signs of letting up with the February security patch now rolling out to the Galaxy Note 9. more… The post February security patch now rolling out for the Galaxy Note 9 appeared first on 9to5Google.
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Samsung Galaxy S10: Everything to expect at Unpacked 2019 [Video]
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We're merely days away from the 'official' unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and all its brethren at Unpacked 2019. We're expecting more than just a few phones to be announced, so here is everything we've seen leaked, learned, and expect to happen come February 20th. more… The post Samsung Galaxy S10: Everything to expect at Unpacked 2019 [Video] appeared first on 9to5Google.
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9to5Toys Lunch Break: Lenovo Smart Display from $100, Roku Express $24, Logitech TV Bluetooth Keyboard $58, more
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don't forget to check us out on Apple Newsand sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. Listen to the new 9to5Toys Daily Podcast: https://9to5toys.com/... more… The post 9to5Toys Lunch Break: Lenovo Smart Display from $100, Roku Express $24, Logitech TV Bluetooth Keyboard $58, more appeared first on 9to5Google.
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Nest resetting compromised passwords instead of just recommending users do so
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Following stories of Nest devices getting "hacked" due to bad password management, Google reiterated that there was no actual breach of the company's smart home devices and encouraged users to enable 2FA. The Google owned-company is now resetting passwords on accounts that it believes are compromised. more… The post Nest resetting compromised passwords instead of just recommending users do so appeared first on 9to5Google.
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