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Google Maps for iPhone downloaded 10 million times in first 48 hours

It appears that there was a bit of pent-up demand for an alternative to Apple Maps among iOS users. Google’s Jeff Huber today announced that Google Maps for iPhone was downloaded over 10 million downloads in the first 48 hours that it was available. We’re excited for the positive reception of Google Maps for iPhone around the world. Congratulations to […]

Google dropping Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync support for new devices

Google today announced that its Google Sync service would no longer be available to new devices as of January 30th, 2013. The service allowed users to access Gmail, Calendar and Contacts through the Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync protocol. With the recent launch of CardDAV, Google now offers similar access via IMAP, CalDAV and CardDAV, making it possible to build a seamless […]

Google Maps now available for iPhone and iPod touch

As expected, Google has launched much-anticipated Google Maps for the iPhone and iPod Touch (4th gen). Former users of the app will find it familiar but the interface has been refreshed in much the same way that Google has recently updated other iOS apps such as Gmail and YouTube. Navigate your world with Google Maps, now available for iPhone. Get […]

Google launches Sound Search for Google Play widget for Android

Google today announced a new widget to help Android users identify that song they’re listening to. The Sound Search for Google Play widget will not only identify the song but also conveniently let you purchase it later through Google Play: Sometimes, you hear a song you like while you’re out and about but don’t want to download it right at […]