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Jan 04 2025SCIENCE

Using Drones and Satellite Data to Track Coastal Cliff Erosion

Researchers have come up with a smart new way to figure out how much coastal cliffs are eroding. They combined data from drones, satellites, and laser measurements to see how bad the erosion is. This method helps us understand both natural wear and tear on cliffs and damage to protective structures

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Jan 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Pixel Users Get 80% Charge Limit, with a Small Catch

The latest Android 15 QPR1 update, released in December, introduces a new feature for Pixel users. You can now set your phone to charge only up to 80%, which is great for your battery's health. But here’s the thing: this feature doesn’t work if your phone is turned off. It's a bit of a bummer if you

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Dec 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Weather Frog's Exit: What Google Changed and Why

Ever wondered what happened to the popular weather frog on Google Weather? The Pixel Weather team finally answered this question on the Made by Google Podcast in October. It turns out, Froggy didn't fit the new design Google had in mind. The team shared that they faced a tough choice. Half of the u

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Dec 26 2024LIFESTYLE

Transforming Spreadsheets Into Handy Apps: A Pandemic-Inspired Habit

During the pandemic, ordering takeout became a common activity for many families, including a couple who wanted to support local restaurants and avoid the hassle of washing dishes. They realized that relying on delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats wasn't the best way to support local businesses

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Dec 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Files Adds New PDF & Code Features with Gemini

Google's Files app is getting a boost with new features that make working with PDFs and code much easier. One exciting addition is the integration with Gemini's "Ask about this PDF" function. This allows users to quickly find answers in PDF files without scrolling through multiple pages. To use it,

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Seeing AI's Thoughts: Google's New Approach

Ever wondered what it would be like to watch a machine work through problems, just like a friend would? Google's DeepMind has created a new AI, Gemini 2. 0 Flash Thinking, that lets you do just that. Although it doesn't think like humans, it can break down complex issues into smaller parts, similar

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Dec 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Rivian Adds YouTube and Casting to its Car Dashboard

Are you bored on long road trips? Well, nowadays, your car can be your entertainment hub! Rivian has stepped up its game by introducing Google Cast to its car dashboards. So, when you’re parked, you can cast your favorite shows or movies from thousands of apps straight to the car’s screen. Plus, You

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Dec 18 2024BUSINESS

What Happens When AI Search Meets Antitrust?

Imagine you're in a big classroom where one student, Google, has been controlling the questions and answers for years. Now, the Justice Department is checking if Google is playing fair or hogging all the attention. They want to talk to Dmitry Shevelenko, the business boss of Perplexity, a new AI sea

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Dec 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Sets New Rules for AI Safety

Have you ever thought about the limits of using advanced AI tools like Google's Gemini? It turns out, Google has made things clearer with their latest, simplified guidelines. The massive tech company wants us to use AI in a responsible and legal manner. They've highlighted four key areas to avoid: e

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Dec 17 2024TECHNOLOGY

Play with Images: Google's Whisk AI Generator

Ever wanted to create images without typing long descriptions? Google's got a new AI tool called Whisk that lets you use other images as prompts. You can tell Whisk what you want in the subject, scene, and style by showing it pictures. No need for lots of text! If you're stuck, just click a dice ico

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