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2021
Google introduces Pixel Pass subscription
Google introduced Pixel Pass, a subscription bundling Pixel phones with Google services. The Pixel Pass with Pixel 6 was available for preorder in the U.S. starting that day.
2021
ZAGG announces protection accessories for Google Pixel 6 phones
ZAGG announced screen protectors and protective cases for the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. The release said accessories for the Pixel 6 were available that day, while InvisibleShield accessories for the Pixel 6 Pro would be available in the coming weeks.
2021
RFE receives Android TV Operator Tier certification
COMSovereign announced that its RF Engineering & Energy Resource unit received Google's Android TV Operator Tier certification for its new IPTV device.
2021
Google sues Epic Games over Fortnite payments
Google sued Epic Games for alleged breach of contract, claiming Epic owed Google a 30% revenue cut on in-app purchases made through a version of Fortnite installed from the Google Play Store and seeking compensation.
2021
Google announces Work Safer security offering
Google announced Work Safer, a security offering combining Google products and services from cybersecurity partners for organizations.
2021
Google announces Workspace integrations and security updates
Google announced new integrations and security capabilities for Workspace, including a Jira integration with Chat and Spaces, AppSheet access from Gmail, and additional security features.
2021
Google Search adds built-in guitar tuner
Google added a built-in guitar tuner to Google Search; users can access it by searching for “Google tuner.”
2021
Bakkt partners with Google for crypto payments
Bakkt announced a partnership with Google allowing Bakkt users to make purchases using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies through the Google Pay wallet and payment system. Bakkt also said it plans to build platform analytics and geolocation functionality using Google Cloud tools.
2021
Google and Safaricom announce a partnership to develop affordable Android smartphones
Google said it would work with Safaricom to develop affordable Android smartphones for first-time internet users.
2021
Thales and Google partner on secure cloud services in France
Thales and Google announced a partnership to offer state-vetted cloud computing services for storage of some of France's most sensitive data. They said they would create a France-based company, with Thales as majority shareholder.
2021
Google announces Africa Investment Fund
At the Google for Africa event, Google announced a $50 million equity-based Africa Investment Fund intended for investment in African startups.
2021
Google launches Nest Renew energy-shifting service
Google launched Nest Renew, a service for Nest thermostat owners in the US that allows heating and cooling to shift automatically to times when more renewable energy is available on the grid. Google said it planned to begin rolling out the service over the following several weeks.
2021
Google renews New Zealand education licensing arrangement with Ministry of Education
New Zealand's Ministry of Education renewed its arrangement with Google through 30 June 2024, committing to fund Google Workspace for Education Plus licences for another three years. Synnex is to make the licences available to schools through its resellers.
2021
Google launches second-generation Nest Cam
Google launched the second-generation Nest Cam, a wired security camera with machine-learning capabilities.
2021
Google announces $1 million sponsorship of SOS rewards project
Google announced that it would sponsor the Linux Foundation's Secure Open Source (SOS) rewards project with $1 million to encourage developers to find and report security vulnerabilities in open-source projects.
2021
Google sponsors Secure Open Source pilot program
Google announced its sponsorship of the Linux Foundation-run Secure Open Source pilot program, starting with a $1 million investment.
2021
Google updates Cloud KMS with new capabilities
Google updated its Cloud KMS cloud key-management service with features including a key inventory dashboard, PKCS#11 support, and key-destruction automation.
2021
Google signs News Showcase agreements with Irish publishers
Google signed agreements with seven Irish news partners to license their news content for its News Showcase programme.
2021
Google unveils MUM-powered Google Search features
At its Search On livestream, Google unveiled MUM-powered Google Search features, including combining image and text queries and a new “Things to know” section. Google said the changes would roll out in the coming months.
2021
Google fined in Russia for refusing to remove banned content
A Moscow magistrates' court found Google guilty of two administrative offenses over its refusal to remove content banned in Russia and imposed a fine of 6.5 million rubles.