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5 hidden settings for a smarter Google Assistant Android experience

5 hidden settings for a smarter Google Assistant Android experience

Ah, Google Assistant. Sure seems like our trusty ol’ Android-dwellin’ pal is getting brushed over a lot as of late, doesn’t it? First came the fact that Google made nary a mention of its honey-voiced virtual genie at the big honkin’ Consumer Electronics Show in Vegas last month — and that’s after years of Assistant and its “Hey Google” catchphrase being placarded practically everywhere at that event and being the company’s core focus. But even more broadly is… Source link

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What is Google Assistant Continued Conversation and how do you enable the feature?

What is Google Assistant Continued Conversation and how do you enable the feature?

OpturaDesign/Shutterstock Have you ever asked Google Assistant a question and then wanted to immediately ask a follow-up question, only to have to start again from the beginning? For example, that might look like this: Hey, Google, who does Miles Turner play for? Hey, Google, how tall is Miles Turner? Hey, Google, how old is Miles Turner? It works fine. However, what if you wanted that to be more conversational, like this: Hey, Google, who does Miles Turner play for? How tall is he? How old is… Source link

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Google is sending out mysterious emails warning of a problem with the Google Assistant

Google is sending out mysterious emails warning of a problem with the Google Assistant

The problem is equally as confounding as the email alert Whenever something goes wrong with an app or a service that can potentially affect users, whether that’s a security breach, or some other kind of service interruption, we always appreciate when the company involved clearly discloses what’s going on to its users. After all, depending on the severity of the issue, they may want to take some steps to keep their data safe. But for as much we appreciate such… Source link

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Wear OS 3 gets new Tiles, Google Keep, and Adidas Running via Assistant

Wear OS 3 gets new Tiles, Google Keep, and Adidas Running via Assistant

Earlier this fall, Google finally launched the Pixel Watch. It wasn’t a perfect smartwatch, but it was a respectable first attempt in a category that Google notoriously neglected for years. Even so, it’s hard to shake off the idea that Google might prematurely abandon its revived wearable ambitions if it doesn’t do “well enough.” This is why the company has been quietly chugging away at Wear OS improvements in the background. The latest is a round of “holiday” Android updates… Source link

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Titans assistant Todd Downing arrested for DUI just hours after win over Packers

Titans assistant Todd Downing arrested for DUI just hours after win over Packers

Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Todd Downing was arrested for DUI just hours after the Titans’ win over Green Bay on Thursday night. Downing was arrested by the Tennessee Highway Patrol in Williamson County early Friday morning. He was cited for driving under the influence and speeding, and booked into the Williamson County jail at approximately 4:30 a.m. Downing was released around 7 a.m. According to the arrest report, the arresting officer pulled Downing over after his vehicle was… Source link

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Google’s Assistant is getting parental controls. Here’s how they work.

Google’s Assistant is getting parental controls. Here’s how they work.

Comment on this story Comment For the first time since its 2016 launch, Google Assistant is getting parental controls. You might think the chatty virtual assistant, which the company says is used by 700 million people a month, already had some. For years Google has allowed parents to grant children Assistant access by way of its Family Link app, but offered relatively few restrictions. In the next few weeks, when these tools land on a smart speaker, screen or clock near you, you’ll be able to… Source link

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Pistons assistant GM Rob Murphy on leave following allegations of inappropriate workplace conduct

Pistons assistant GM Rob Murphy on leave following allegations of inappropriate workplace conduct

Detroit Pistons assistant general manager Rob Murphy has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation following allegations of inappropriate workplace conduct with a female former employee, multiple sources told Yahoo Sports. The investigation is expected to conclude by early next week if not sooner, sources told Yahoo Sports. Murphy was elevated to assistant GM and president of the Pistons’ G-League team, the Motor City Cruise, just last month. Murphy is a Detroit native and… Source link

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