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‘OK Google’ Voice Search to be Removed from Chromebooks
Google is reportedly removing its ‘OK Google’ voice search command from Chromebooks to make way for Google Assistant.
Google is Looking for Feedback on Autocomplete Suggestions
Google’s iOS app has been updated to version 31.0, and with it comes a new feature for sending feedback
Google Adds a Search Box to Dictionary Cards
Google adds a search box to dictionary cards in search results, creating an added layer of convenience for definition searches.
Survey Shows Users Prefer AMP Over Regular Content
A majority of survey respondents say they are more likely to click on an AMP link over a regular one.
Google to Reportedly Redesign its Home Page in the Near Future
Reports suggest Google is planning to redesign its home page to match its mobile app experience.
Get the Google Analytics Data You Need Using Natural Language Queries
Retrieving the Google Analytics metrics you care about is now as easy as asking for them using natural language.
Google Has a New “Follow” Button in Search Results
Next time you search for a topic in Google, look for the option to add it to your personalized feed.
Google Expands Home Service Ads to More Markets, More Business Categories
Google’s Home Services ad product is now available to a wider variety of business types in more US markets.
Moz’s Rand Fishkin Stepping Away from Day-to-Day Operations
Rand Fishkin will be stepping away from the day-to-day operations of Moz, the company he founded.
Google My Business Messaging Coming to All US-based Businesses
Messaging via Google My Business is now rolling out to all businesses in the United States.
Google AdWords Now Supports Remarketing to YouTube Viewers
Google AdWords has rolled out the ability to remarket search ads to those who have watched a business’s YouTube videos.
Book Your Next Spa or Salon Appointment in Google Search
Searchers can now book appointments with spas and salons in the US directly through Google Search.
Google: Avoid Redirecting Users Based on Location
Google’s John Mueller cleared up confusing surrounding redirecting users by IP location, saying that it should be avoided in most...
Google Answers Questions About Its New Job Search Feature
Following the launch of Google For Jobs, many questions have been raised by employers about how to use the feature...
Google Image Search Can Now Display Results for Videos
With structured data markup, it is now possible to get Google Image Search to return results for videos.
Google Ads Not Allowed on Sites with Pop-Under Pages
Google has updated its AdSense ad policies, no longer permitting the use of such ads on pop-under pages.
Google Uses ccTLDs and Search Console Settings to Geotarget Search Results
Google recently revealed how it currently geotargets search rankings to users in different locations around the world.
Google Makes it Easier to Find Wheelchair Accessible Locations
Google has opened up the ability for users to add accessibility information to business listings.
How Content Marketing Impacts Purchase Decisions, Brand Affinity, and Trust
According to research from Conductor, customers are 131% more likely to buy after reading a piece of educational content.
Do Google’s New AdSense Native Ads Violate Its Own Policies?
Google has introduced a new type of AdSense ad unit called “Native ads,” which may be violating its own policies.