Send SMS messages from the new Google Toolbar
February 2nd, 2006Send a text message from the new Google toolbar to mobile providers located in the US.
No word on when this service will be available for Canada, and Internationally.
New Google Toolbar Custom Buttons
January 30th, 2006Google has integrated Custom buttons, and a custom buttons API for the Google Toolbar.
Google started noticing engineers on the team had cool hacks on their Toolbars for doing customized searches on their internal bugs database, corporate employee directory and more.
So now they are passing along the fun to us!
Google founders agree for another $1 per year salary
January 25th, 2006Google execs Larry Page, and Sergey Brin agree to take another $1 for all their hard work this year. In a securities filing, Google has also stated that they have approved a $1 year salary for Chairman and CEO Eric Schmidt.
All 3 were payed $1 year for 2005 as well as the last half of 2004. However, they are all making a lot more than $1/ year!
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Google Earth and Google Local adds more zoom
January 25th, 2006Google Earth and Google Local has added more zoom!
Just when you thought it was close enough, Google has added 2 more levels of zoom to Earth and Local. Producing some nice clean crisp images of so many destinations.
Take a Google Local Trip:
Check out the somewhat computer generated Google HQ in Mountain View California
Last but not least, take a relaxing stroll through Central Park after your adventures.
CES Google Talk with Buddy icons
January 24th, 2006A demo version of Google Talk with buddy icons was recently shown at the CES show - check out some shots here.
No word on the release date for this yet.
Google News is out of Beta
January 23rd, 2006Google News is out of Beta - and has added some neat features to its list!
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Google will not comply with government Search request list
January 20th, 2006Google has decided not to comply with the Bush governments request to hand over search request information. This is a request that underscores the potential for online databases to become tools for government surveillance.
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