Computerworld

Google’s App Engine now supports standard IM protocol

Google’s App Engine hosted development environment now lets applications exchange instant messages with networks based on the XMPP open standard. The support for XMPP (Extensible Messaging and ...
Android Authority

Here's how I set up my Pixel Launcher for maximum productivity

When I get a new phone, more often than not, I’ll jump right into installing my favorite third-party apps. So, when the Google Pixel 8 landed at my door, you best believe I wanted to shove a new ...
TweakTown

Google's Pixel Launcher will let you switch your default search service in the EU

There's been a lot of talk about the European Union and its Digital Markets Act in recent days and weeks, mostly surrounding Apple and the way the DMA has forced the company to begin offering support ...
Android Authority

Google is quietly testing a better app launch shortcut for the Pixel Launcher

Currently, when you search for an app on the Pixel Launcher, tapping the bottom-right keyboard button searches the app’s name on Google Search. Some users are seeing that keyboard button change to an ...
Android Police

Your Pixel phone's search bar might not be Google-only for much longer

Jay primarily writes news and deals posts for Android Police. Before joining AP, he spent the past several years yammering on about the crazy world of Android for various tech outlets. Besides ...