Google Pixel users can create a private app space on their Android 15 device, which securely stores apps, files, and photos in a separate virtual space.

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Google has started selling a 3-in-1 charging dock for Pixel devices, including phones, watches, and earbuds, for $69.99.

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Google is rolling out Pixel Camera 9.6 to supported devices, adding underwater photography and video, and vertical panorama mode to Pixel 9 series. Older devices will receive a dedicated app for underwater photography.

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Over the last 10 years, the Classroom team has made more than 800 updates to the product, transforming it into a teaching and learning tool. The team is now evolving to help leaders and educators save time and create time with the help of AI, amplifying their impact on meaningful student progress.

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Google has signed the world's first corporate agreement to purchase nuclear energy from Kairos Power's small modular reactors (SMRs). The initial phase aims to bring the first SMR online by 2030, followed by additional deployments through 2035. This deal will enable up to 500 MW of new 24/7 carbon-free power to U.S. electricity grids.

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Researchers fine-tuned Gemma models using Low-Rank Adaptation (LoRA) and Parameter-Efficient Fine-Tuning (PEFT) techniques. They experimented with pre-trained and instruction-tuned base models, finding that an instruction-tuned model paired with its tailored dataset best aligned with their desired conversational outcomes. The team also explored quantized int4 models on T4 Google Colab notebooks and L4 GPUs on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), but were limited by the 7b model's large GPU memory footprint.

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YouTube Music may soon allow users to upload custom images for their playlists, as spotted by a user who found a new pencil icon in the bottom-right corner of artwork on music.youtube.com. The feature would enable users to select an image from their PC and crop the thumbnail. This has been a highly-requested feature for those who don't use AI-generated artwork, which currently displays a 2x2 grid of albums.

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Google for Startups offers various programs to support startup founders, including accelerators, founder funds, cloud programs, and growth academies. These programs provide mentorship, training, and resources to help startups grow and succeed. The programs are tailored to different stages and needs, and are available to startups around the world.

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Hisense has released a 2024 model 85-inch smart Google TV, the QD7 Series, at a discounted price of $898 shipped via Amazon, with $300 in savings. The TV features a 144Hz refresh rate and is available at Best Buy for the same price. The QD7 Series is not one of the highest-end models, but it is a notable price for a massive 85-incher with the Google TV platform and notable specs.

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Google has dropped the price of the Pixel 8 Pro to $649 shipped, a $350 discount from the original price. The Pixel 8 is also available for $499 shipped, a $200 discount. The Pixel 9, the latest model, is priced at $799. The Pixel 8 Pro is still available on Google's official storefront for $999.

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