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    Google has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. against two app developers for

  • Search News Buzz Video Recap: Google Core Update Volatility, Helpful Content Update Gone, Dangerous Google Search Results & Google Ads Confusion

    This week, we covered that the Google March 2024 core update is still rolling out 38 days later, but we saw more volatility this week. Just a reminder that the Google helpful content update no longer exists. Gary Illyes from

  • Bimmy NES Emulator is the latest game emulation app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac [update: developer decided to pull]

    Update: That didn’t last long. Bimmy is no longer available in the App Store, which may or may not have something to do with the NES part of the title. Update 2: Actually, from the developer, Tom Salvo: “I removed the app out of fear. No one reached out to me.” Bimmy NES Emulator is one of the latest game emulation apps to officially land on the App Store. NES may or may not refer to the Nintendo Entertainment Console. more

  • Google I/O ’24 Schedule Teases Android 15, Wear OS 5, and New Android TV OS Updates

    Google I/O 2024 is scheduled for a May 14 start, so to get us all ready, Google has posted the schedule of events. If you are a developer or just an Android/Google ecosystem nerd, you might want to pay attention. My understanding of I/O 2024 is that Google is going to show two live keynotes … Continued Read the original post: Google I/O ’24 Schedule Teases Android 15, Wear OS 5, and New Android TV OS Updates

  • Spotify's second iOS app update attempt in EU fails to pass App Store review

    A update to Spotify's app in the App Store is on hold, after the streaming service failed to follow rules allowing links to external sites for purchases. Spotify's app in the EU Apple has already made a number of changes to its App Store rules, primarily to comply with EU legislation like the Digital Markets Act. While Apple has laid out new rules developers must follow to perform specific actions, not all apps have gone down the correct route. An App Review email sent to Spotify...

  • Spotify not adopting new App Store terms in the EU, submits app update with pricing info instead

    Apple was hit with a $2 billion fine in the European Union last month for “abusive” App Store rules for music streaming services. In addition to the fine, the European Commission also said Apple must relax its anti-steering rules. As reported by TechCrunch, Spotify has submitted a new update to its app that includes pricing information for users in the EU. Spotify also says that it is not planning to opt into Apple’s new business terms in the European Union offered in response to the Digital...

  • How to Use Google Gemini for Personal Development

    Google Gemini is more than just a large language model developed by Google AI; it’s a dynamic tool that can significantly enhance personal growth and introspection. While not traditionally seen as a personal development tool, its adeptness in handling language, comprehension, and reasoning makes it invaluable for those looking to delve deeper into self-awareness and […]

  • UPDATE: DRUDGE APP IPHONE, IPAD

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  • Google: Indexing & Algorithm Updates Are Independent

    Google once again said that its indexing systems are completely independent of its ranking updates, like the core update. Gary Illyes from Google said indexing, canonicalization, and those types of "systems are independent" of core updates. Truth is, this is not news, Google has said this numerous times. In 2016, Gary Ilyes said crawl rate spikes before/during updates are a myth - they do not work like that he said. In 2022, John Mueller said helpful content updates don't trigger crawling...

  • 8 essential apps I have on my Google Pixel phone

    The Google Play Store is filled with high quality Android apps. From Pulsar to Libby, here are the apps I consider essential.

  • Google Maps Suggest An Edit Flow Updated

    Google has updated the Suggest an edit feature within Google Maps business listings. Google said the new flow is "easier" and should help make updates to the Google Maps data.Google posted about this change over here and explained how the flow now works:Search for a place or select it on the map. Select “Suggest an edit” from the place listing. Select the item you wish to update, like the business name or operating hours. Make a change or select “Don't know, but this is incorrect” if you...

  • X aims to unveil TV app in further video push

    Elon Musk’s X announced an app for smart TVs this week, expanding the social media site into the streaming world.