After hiring a new head for its virtual reality division, reports suggest that Google could very well have a Nexus-branded VR headset and Android VR platform ready for launch later this year. FULL STORY >

According to reports, Android Wear is due for a big update in coming weeks, with voice calling and dictation in the mix. FULL STORY >

Google launches a new platform called Editions at Play, where the company will design e-books that are made for use specifically on smartphones. FULL STORY >

Alphabet (Google's parent company) recently posted its quarterly earnings, which drove its stock up higher than Apple, making it the most valuable company in the world. FULL STORY >

Google's Material Design language is alive and well on its mobile platforms, but yet to make its way to Chrome. New screenshots show what the change to the browser will look like. FULL STORY >

According to reports, Google is aiming to empower its search engine even further. The company will enable app downloads straight from the search screen, circumventing the Play Store. FULL STORY >

The Taiwanese company has rolled out the newest model in its Chromebook 11 line, with the CB3-131 destined for South Africa, landing in Q2 for R4 500. FULL STORY >

In an effort not to be left behind, Google appoints Clay Bavor to head up its new Virtual Reality division and focus on developing projects in that particular field. FULL STORY >

As it has done for the past few years, Google has released a video detailing what online users searched for during 2015. FULL STORY >

ccording to the Google Maps blog, the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, located 2400 metres above sea level, has been given the Street View treatment and is ready for exploration. FULL STORY >

As Google's self-driving cars ramps up their efforts, a newly discovered patent filing could see new prototype vehicles with a series of lights and signs to alert other drivers and pedestrians. FULL STORY >

A program that's designed to make web pages load faster than normal, Google's Accelerated Mobile Pages has its sights set on topping Facebook's Instant Articles. FULL STORY >

In an effort to keep pace with other social media platforms, Google+ undergoes a slight redesign with Google focusing on user-curated content and online community discussions. FULL STORY >

Amassing nearly 2 million kilometres on the road to date, Google says its self-driving cars are yet to receive a ticket. FULL STORY >

First detailed at Baselworld 2015 earlier in the year, luxury watchmaker Tag Heuer has now debuted its Connected Watch, which is set to retail for $1500. FULL STORY >