Every Mapletechie story tagged "google" — tech news, reviews, and analysis.
- Google Announced Gemini 4, but You Can’t Use It Yet
Matthew Leo · October 2, 2026Gemini 4 Argon is initially limited to selected cyber defenders. Google has published pricing and benchmarks, but no public release date for Canada or elsewhere…
- Google Will Test an AI Chip in Orbit Next Week
Matthew Leo · September 26, 2026Project Suncatcher is sending a prototype chip into orbit, not launching a space data centre. The test will check radiation, heat and hardware reliability.
- Googlebook Arrives in Canada on October 5
Matthew Leo · September 22, 2026Googlebook launches in Canada on October 5. Here is what Google confirmed, what remains unknown and what buyers should check before ordering.
- Cut Off Old Apps That Still Have Account Access
Matthew Leo · September 18, 2026Signing out of an app does not always revoke its access. Review old Google and Apple connections, remove what you no longer use and know what remains.
- Android’s September Drop Is Five Features, Not One Update
Matthew Leo · September 13, 2026Google’s September Android Drop mixes features that are available now, rolling out, or limited by Android version. Here is what Canadians can actually expect.
- Pixel 11 Pro Starts at $1,499 in Canada. Is It Worth It?
Matthew Leo · August 29, 2026Google’s Pixel 11 Pro starts at CA$1,499 with Tensor G6, upgraded cameras, faster charging and seven years of updates. The real question is who should upgrade.
- What Happens to Your Online Accounts When You Die?
Matthew Leo · August 2, 2026Apple, Google and Microsoft offer different ways to pass on photos and files. Set them up now so relatives are not left fighting passwords and support forms.
- Europe Can Fine Google. Canada Is Still in Court
Matthew Leo · July 28, 2026Europe has fined Google under its new digital-market law while Canada’s separate advertising-technology case continues through the Competition Tribunal.
- Android 16: What Changed and What Did Not
Matthew Leo · April 16, 2026Android 16 added useful platform features, but our original review mixed them with older privacy tools and unsupported hands-on claims. Here is the correction.