Google has dished out a new two-factor sign-in feature which is bound to make a hacker’s life difficult. The new system allows you to use a two step verification before it lets you log on to your Google account. You have to first, type in your correct password and then insert a security code which is sent yo you via your mobile phone.
Quick-check short URLs before clicking using ‘Expand’ for secure browsing
More and more people are getting used to short URLs these days thanks to the ever increasing poularity of Twitter. These short links allow you to share while keeping character length at a minimum. Some have the added functionality where they allow you to check statistics of a partiular link such as number of views. [...]
Youtube: Drag and Drop the video to Upload
Once again google services have saved their users to go through the annoying process of browse & select , it brings drag & drop feature for uploading Youtube videos on latest HTML 5 browsers like Firefox & Chrome.
Top 5 Gmail Labs features that should be a part of Gmail itself NOW
Gmail just keeps on adding cool new feature all the time doesn’t it? Its no surprise that Gmail is being used world wide now and has evolved as the biggest email client wolrd over. Having said that, there is always that need for more and the need for the next best thing. The guys at Google are aware of that and so they keep testing cool new features behind doors which we know as “Gmail Labs”.
Google Docs allows streaming of stored video files
Google has announced a latest feature for its Google Docs service which allows the users to view their uploaded video files just like youtube.
Skype update: Video Calling for iOS Devices
Skype releases its latest update version 3 for iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, and iPod Touch 4G enabling video calling on these devices. Those users using 3G will have to par a bit data cost. Requires iOS 4.0 or above.
Google voice search extension lets you search with voice commands
This feature enables your Chrome browser to search what you verbally command it. Also compatible with other renown browsers available.
YouTube allows skipping ads
Its official! YouTube has launched a new video format named ‘True view” that allows you to skip ads you are not interested in. YouTube have been testing this new format for a while now and finally it has been implemented. By the looks of it, advertisers seem to be okay with this change.Well, so far atleast.
Consumer Watchdog Group Goes After Google
Your Privacy is no laughing matter…
Google Docs Rebuilt, Many New Features Added
Google has announced a massive overhaul of Google Docs and it has re-built many features from scratch