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Google Doodle celebrates the Indonesian musical instrument Angklung

November 16, 2022
Today’s Google Doodle seen in limited regions celebrates the Angklung, which is a unique bamboo musical instrument that is played in Indonesia. An interesting subject for a homepage Doodle, the Angklung was officially declared a World Heritage item on this day back in 2010 by UNESCO. Although you may not recognize the name, the instrument is actually played across the globe despite being a…
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Google Maps for Fitbit smartwatches will integrate some workout stats, still ‘coming soon’

November 16, 2022
The latest Fitbit smartwatches are the first available under Google’s reigns, and as such they’re adding support for a couple of key Google services. After launching Google Wallet today, we’re now getting a first look at Google Maps integration on the Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4. In a blog post today, Fitbit offers a first look at Google Maps for the Fitbit Sense 2 and Fitbit Versa 4.
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Google One VPN app rolls out for Mac and Windows [U]

November 16, 2022
Following iOS availability earlier this year, the Google One VPN is now available for Mac and Windows through new desktop apps. Update 11/15: The Google One VPN Mac and Windows apps are now available. Visit one.google.com/benefits on your desktop computer and find the “VPN protection for multiple devices” card. View details > Download app (in the bottom-right corner) will start the…
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Google Chat will let you schedule Do Not Disturb

November 16, 2022
In addition to custom durations, Google Chat will soon let you schedule a recurring DND (Do Not Disturb), which are useful for lunch breaks and the weekends. Open the Active indicator in Google Chat and select Do Not Disturb. Once rolled out on Android, iOS, and the web…
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Hands-on: Here’s what it’s actually like to use iPhone 14’s new satellite connectivity features

November 16, 2022
Emergency SOS via satellite is set to roll out to iPhone 14 users in the United States and Canada later today. Ahead of that launch, Apple has given select YouTubers and members of the press to test out the feature in the real world. Head below as we round up some of these videos and impressions… Emergency SOS via satellite is a feature exclusive to the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro devices.
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