August 17th, 2010

TCTV Exclusive: Google’s Blooper Reel

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Google has produced dozens of slick demo videos. From Buzz, to Chrome OS to Voice Actions, if there was a product launch, you bet Google has slapped together a two-minute walkthrough video with some nifty animation, a stark-white dimensionless backdrop and, of course, high res product images interspersed throughout.

While dancing stick figures are indeed a treat, I particularly enjoy the… → Read More

August 12th, 2010

What's Next For Google Voice Actions? A Discussion With Google's Mobile Team (TCTV)

Why go to a press conference, when the press conference can come to you?

This morning Google held a press event in San Francisco to unveil a few new Android features including Google Voice Actions. Currently comprised of 13 “actions,” the sleek app allows user to verbally command their phones to perform a wide array of tasks such as to call a friend, find directions, dictate and send e-mail/text… → Read More