Google Keep is rolling out a new AI-powered feature called 'Help me create a list' on Android, which was previously tested for months. The feature uses generative AI to populate a list of items or tasks based on a simple prompt. For example, it can generate a list of ingredients for healthy dinners.

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Google is rolling out a software update to the Nest Wifi Pro, fixing two key issues and improving security and stability. The update, version 3.73.424613, addresses incorrect WAN connection LED status and connection issues on certain devices. The update is available as of August 21.

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Google Meet is rolling out an updated video calling experience with a new look and features, including emoji reactions, on-the-go mode, and a consistent experience across video calls and scheduled meetings. The updated interface makes it easier to start and receive video calls or schedule one for later.

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Google Maps is rolling out a simplified bottom bar on iOS, reducing the number of tabs from five to three. The redesign removes the 'Go' tab, but users can still access the functionality under the 'You' tab. The new design also introduces top tabs for 'Notifications' and 'Messages', replacing the 'Updates' tab.

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Google Cloud Storage offers three types of bucket location types: single region, dual-region, and multi-region. The company is adding new dual-region pairings to help businesses navigate European data compliance rules. The new pairings include Frankfurt/Zurich, Frankfurt/London, and Belgium/London. This enables data replication across geographically distinct regions, providing data reliability, availability, and performance.

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Google's Nest Audio Smart Speaker is discounted to $49.99 shipped, a 50% drop from its regular price of $100. The deal applies to Chalk and Charcoal colorways and is available at multiple retailers, including Walmart. The smart speaker features a fabric-wrapped design and can be controlled with voice commands.

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Chrome for Android is introducing the ability to color-code Tab Groups, with nine color options available. This feature is part of a server-side update with Chrome 127 for Android. Additionally, Chrome is working on allowing Android users to access their saved Tab Groups from the desktop browser.

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Google Lens is rolling out to desktop Chrome and Chromebooks, allowing users to access it through various methods such as tapping the address bar, using the Ctrl/Command + F shortcut, or accessing it through the three-dot overflow menu. The feature was initially announced in early August and is now widely available with Chrome version 127 after a browser restart.

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A new feature called delayed destruction has been introduced, which performs a soft-delete on a secret version when a destroy action is taken. The version is moved to a disabled state and remains in an archival period for a configurable number of days, during which an administrator can revive it. After the delay period expires, the secret version is permanently destroyed. A Pub/Sub notification has been added to inform administrators and SecOps specialists about attempts to destroy a secret version.

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Google Cloud Functions has been rebranded as Cloud Run functions, offering developers access to all of Cloud Run's capabilities, including GPU support for Python developers using Hugging Face models. Cloud Run's scale-to-zero and fast startup capabilities are ideal for developers starting with AI using Hugging Face models. Existing Cloud Functions 2nd gen functions will be automatically converted to Cloud Run functions, with continued support for existing APIs, gcloud commands, and Terraform modules.

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