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Android Wear: Google Reveals New Wearable Tech
Google has unveiled a new version of its Android operating system called Android Wear, designed specifically for use in wearable devices, as the firm seeks to provide developers with tools to build apps for new hardware form factors.
Google Buys Company That Designs Robots for Military
Google has bought military robotics firm Boston Dynamics as part of a series of deals edging the firm closer to a future of robotics products and services. Google's intentions remain top secret for eight recent robotics acquisitions.
Google Paid Clicks Jump, CPCs Fall in Q2 2013; 75% Switched to Enhanced Campaigns
More than six million campaigns have been upgraded to AdWords Enhanced Campaigns so far and Google expects to have the remainder of its advertising partners, and their respective campaigns, switched over by the end of this month.
Google Reports $13 Billion in Q1 2013 Revenues
Google posted a 31 percent increase in year-over-year revenue for the first quarter of 2013. The search giant reported revenues of $13.97 billion. As revenues grow, CEO Larry Page is focusing on future products and Google's growth potential.
Expenses, Motorola Losses Eat Into Google’s $14.10 Billion Q3 Revenue
Google accidentally reported their earnings early today. This was the first quarter with full Motorola reporting and though core business revenue was up, so are expenses, resulting in disappointment in the stock market.
Google Seeks Ban on iPhone, iPad in Patent Lawsuit
Google's Motorola Mobility division is reportedly claiming that Apple devices, including the iPhone and iPad, infringe seven of its patents, including location reminders, email notifications, video players and Apple's Siri voice assistant feature.
Google Reports $12.2 Billion in Q2 2012 Revenue, 35% YoY Growth
Google revenues topped $10 billion for the third quarter in a row, up 15 percent from the $10.65 billion reported in Q1 2012. The Q2 2012 $12.21 billion in revenue is another new record and reflects a 35 percent increase over Q2 of 2011.
Google Hit With Patent Lawsuit Over Chrome for Mobile Technology
Google is being sued by California-based EMG, which alleges that Google's Chrome web browser infringes its patents relating to zooming and scrolling functions. EMG seeks financial damages and to prevent Chrome mobile web browser distribution.
Google Ad Spending Tops $2 Billion in 2011
Google has doubled it's advertising budget in the past year to more tha $1.5 billion. If you factor in the recently acquired Motorola Mobility Holdings and Google's ad spend together, that's $2.1 billion a year in ad spend, a new report says.
Google-Motorola Deal Gains China’s Approval
Google has confirmed that Chinese authorities have approved its $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola. The deal is expected to be closed by this Wednesday, with the requirement that the Android system remain free and open to use for five years.
