Software & Apps

Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOG) Google has decided to remove its AI assistant, Gemini, from the main app on iOS devices. What Happened: The tech giant informed users via email, stating, “Gemini is no longer available in the Google app.” The email advised users to download...

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to include a statement from an Amazon spokesperson. Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is removing a crucial Kindle feature that allows users to download and back up their purchased ebooks. What Happened: Starting Feb. 26, 2025, Amazon will disable the...

A Russian court has imposed a fine on Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google for hosting a YouTube video that provides instructions to Russian soldiers on how to surrender. What Happened: The fine amounts to 3.8 million roubles ($41,530), reported Reuters on Monday, citing Russia...

Mexico reiterates its warning to take legal action against Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google over the naming of the "Gulf of Mexico" on its Maps service. What Happened: On Monday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that the country is waiting for a new response from Google...

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is reportedly considering adding advertising to Maps, mirroring Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google Maps model. What Happened: During a recent all-hands meeting, Apple's Maps division revisited the idea of monetizing its navigation app, said Bloomberg...

On Wednesday, Reddit Inc. (NYSE:RDDT) CEO Steve Hoffman confirmed that an update to Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google’s search algorithm has impacted the platform's traffic. What Happened: During Reddit's fourth-quarter earnings call, Hoffman said that Google's periodic...

On Tuesday, Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Google confirmed that its annual developer conference, Google I/O 2025, will take place on May 20-21 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California. What Happened: As one of the most anticipated tech events of the year, Google I/O...

On Tuesday, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) renamed the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America on its Maps app, following an executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump on his first day in office. What Happened: The U.S. government officially updated its maps to reflect the new name. Apple is rolling...

On Monday, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) rolled out iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1 updates. What Happened: The updates address a vulnerability that could disable USB Restricted Mode on locked devices, said Apple. The flaw, which required physical access to the device, was reportedly exploited in...

OpenAI's AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT’s rise in web traffic has propelled it past Elon Musk's X and Yahoo, making it the sixth most-visited website globally in January 2025. What Happened: Last week, Similarweb posted its latest desktop traffic rankings for January 2025.  The latest...

Tubi is offering a free live stream of Super Bowl LIX, but if you’re trying to cast it to your TV using Chromecast (Google Cast), it’s reportedly not working as expected. What Happened: At first, it was thought Google's Chromecast service was down because they couldn't cast the Super...

On Sunday, T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ:TMUS) offered free access to its satellite-to-cell beta service, powered by SpaceX’s Starlink, for all users. What Happened: According to T-Mobile, 500,000 square miles of the U.S., previously unreachable by terrestrial towers, can now maintain...

On Thursday, Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) CEO Andy Jassy spoke about how its AI-powered shopping assistant, Rufus, is improving search, personalization, and the overall shopping experience. What Happened: During Amazon's fourth-quarter earnings call, analyst Michael Morton asked Jassy about AI's...

The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) has trimmed its content budget to $23 billion, down from its previous $24 billion allocation, as part of its ongoing cost-cutting efforts — but CFO Hugh Johnston insists that the company remains confident in its earnings outlook. What Happened: During Disney's first-...