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Xiaomi Opens Shop in US & Europe but Without Smartphones & Tablets

Xiaomi, a 5-year-old upstart company from China, has now entered the mobile technology market of U.S. and Europe.

Google Reportedly Adding Buy Button to Mobile Product Searches

Google will reportedly launch a buy button for users searching products through their mobile devices, thrusting the search giant into the online marketplace wars against behemoths such as eBay and Amazon.

Android Lollipop Update Captures More Market Share

It might not be on many devices just yet, but new data shows that Android 5.0 Lollipop has gained some recent steam and is now running on nearly 10 percent of Android devices.

Facebook vs. eBay: Social Network Adding a ‘Sell’ Button to its Site

Getting rid of second-hand goods has always been a unique market. In the past, people have visited second-hand stores or pawnshops to find old stuff for cheap.

Nexus 6 2015 Specs & Preview: Two Models Out This Year? Smaller Size Devices Coming

There has been talk that Huawei may be making the 2015 Google Nexus smartphone while others report that both LG and Huawei will release their own Nexus phones this year.

Cuban Tech News: Silicon Valley Hopes for Tech Revolution in Communist Island

Entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley are hoping to quickly take advantage of the rapprochement between the United States and Cuba and take their technology to "the island's Internet-hungry populace."

Self-Driving Cars: Four Self-Driving Cars Have Been Involved in Crashes in California Since September

California started allowing self-driving cars to hit public roads for testing in September. Already, there have been four accidents involving these cars.

Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Update Release Date US: Nexus 7 WiFi Gets Official OTA Rollout, Signaling More to Come for Nexus 4, 5, 6, and 9

The WiFi version of the Nexus 7 (2012) is getting the latest version of Android Lollipop in an official OTA rollout.

Intel, Google Announce New Diversity in Silicon Valley Initiatives

Intel has announced its 2015 plan for a more diverse workforce, and Google has joined in with its own $150 million initiative to get more women, African Americans, and Latinos into technology.

Google News: Order Food Through Your Search Results

It should come as no surprise that Google has ventured into food ordering online, allowing you to place a food order directly from the search engine results page on your phone.

Google News: Minorities Will be New Focus With $150M Investment in Hiring

Google is investing $150 million in making its workplace more diverse. According to CNN Money, Google is planning to invest $150 million dollars in its new diversity initiative for hiring.

Google Nexus 5 Deal: Phone Available for $199 with Free Year of Service

A deal from StackSocial is allowing customers to purchase a Google Nexus 5 with one year of service for just $199.99.

'OK Google' Update 2015: 'OK Google' to Work With Third-Party Apps, Turn on Lincoln Cars

Third party apps on Google Android devices will now be able to utilize the "OK Google" voice command.

Google Nexus 6 vs. OnePlus One: An Established Smartphone Takes on a New Competitor

The Google Nexus 6 smartphone is a high-performance device with tons of great features, such as a large, clear HD display and the latest version of Android. China's OnePlus One smartphone is a newer competitor that provides similar specs and a low price.

Google Nexus 9 vs. Apple iPad Air 2: Comparing two 9-Inch Tablets

Which tablet provides the better value to buyers? The Google Nexus 9 is aiming to sway tablet buyers away from Apple's iPad Air 2. Both tablets are very comparable in features, but there are some differences that can sway buyers toward purchasing one over the other.

Fi News: Google Officially Announces its Own Wireless Service, Plans Start at $20

Starting at a base price of $20, Google's plans appear much cheaper than the major carriers. However, the $20 price does not include data.

Android Wear Release Date, Apps & Price 2015: Major Software Upgrades Comes Just Days Before Apple Watch Release

Google will be releasing a major software upgrade to its Android Wear watches. That upgrade is just days before Apple is set to release its Apple Watch.

Silicon Valley's Diversity Issues Being Addressed by Google

Google has called attention to the "unconscious bias" or "unintentional hiring discrimination" that's present in its own backyard, recognizing how its own lack of diversity has contributed to the overall absence of nonwhites and women in Silicon Valley. But, it aims to address that diversity issue.

Google Handwriting Input: Android Users Can Use Writing App That Allows Users to Write on the Screen

Google is allowing users to scribble on their screens instead of typing. Google is allowing users to scribble on their screens instead of typing. With their new app called Google Handwriting Input, Android users with a tablet or smartphone will be able to use either a stylus or their finger to write words and Google will then convert it into text, CNet reports.

Europe Hits Google Again, This Time With Anti-Trust Objections

Is Google Search playing the numbers to benefit its own service? The EU’s top anti-trust commission officially thinks so.

Google Connects Advertisers to the Budding Hispanic Audience Via YouTube Hispanic, Part of Their Google Preferred Ad Program

YouTube Hispanic, a Google venture that was unveiled at the Hispanic Marketing Forum held in New York during the month of March, has set its sights on gaining the attention of the coveted, blossoming Hispanic demographic to determine what appeals to the group.
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