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Google boasts 170 million users on Google+, now one-fifth the size of Facebook, amid updates to enhance the platform's allure.

Instagram's Android app hits 5m downloads in under a week, becoming Google Play's second top free app as it joins the Facebook family.

Google Art Project adds 85 artworks from Auckland Art Gallery and 166 from Te Papa. The expansion now features 30,000 pieces from 151 museums globally.

Google Play revamps as a one-stop hub for apps, books, movies, and music, expanding digital access in select countries.

Your website can be one of the most powerful marketing tools you have - but how do you know if it's working? Start Up examines web analytics for you.

George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Martin Sheen, Jamie Lee Curtis, John C Reilly – what are they all doing on this California stage?.

Unlock the ultimate travel guide with Google's top tips: from seamless hotel bookings on Maps to real-time translations, your next adventure awaits.

Google to start gathering user data from Gmail, YouTube, and Maps tomorrow, aiming to refine ad targeting and enhance user experience.

Restructuring represents next stage in evolution from directory publisher to 'digital marketing services provider'.

Google's Android platform has hit 300 million activations, with 850,000 new devices activated daily, celebrating at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Google dives into Oscar predictions, analysing nominees' search trends. Will Brad Pitt and Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close bag gold statues?.

Motorola Mobility - and by extension Google - failing to meet FRAND licensing commitments; is this the pot calling the kettle black?.

Ovum says it’s time for network operators to start re-thinking their legacy services, or wait for further drops in revenue.

Kiwi IT firm Fronde achieves 'premier' Google reseller status, enhancing service to top clients like New Zealand Post and Flight Centre.

Cracking the code to startup success: Market validation is key, says Massey Uni expert, Sabrina Nagel, before seeking funding.

Google seals $12.5 billion Motorola deal with US and EU nod, promising fair licensing. Regulatory eyes remain keen on market play.

In-house ads are taking up the majority of space on mainstream news sites, as publishers struggle to convince advertisers to make the leap from print.

Google launches Chrome on Android, but restricts it to Ice Cream Sandwich users, impacting accessibility for millions.

Regulators for the European Union are nearly ready to rule on whether the US$12.5 billion purchase of Motorola Mobility by Google can go ahead.

Exec on Hotmail, Bing, Office and Internet Explorer: 'If you've tried them before and moved on, come on back'.