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Is Google in the process of dropping the 'Android' branding entirely?
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Is Google in the process of dropping the 'Android' branding entirely?

Android Pay was recently renamed to Google Pay, Android Messages to Messages and Android Wear to Wear OS.

Google Tez might be renamed to Pay, merged under global framework of Google Pay
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Google Tez might be renamed to Pay, merged under global framework of Google Pay

Consolidation of the Tez mobile wallet into Google Pay would allow UPI for app purchases on Play Store.

Google Pay is now being introduced to web browsers and on iOS for faster payments online
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Google Pay is now being introduced to web browsers and on iOS for faster payments online

Google Pay is essentially a payment platform combines the features of what was the earlier Google Wallet app and bakes Android Pay features into it.

Google Pay combines the power of Google Wallet and Android Pay in a brand new app for Android
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Google Pay combines the power of Google Wallet and Android Pay in a brand new app for Android

The Google Pay app provides a convenient and simplified interface that lets you store your credit card, debit cards, loyalty programs, offers and even gift cards.

Google Pay is the latest digital payment platform by Google; merges Android Pay and Google Wallet in one solution
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Google Pay is the latest digital payment platform by Google; merges Android Pay and Google Wallet in one solution

Google Pay will make it easier for users to save the payment information with their Google account so that they can make quick payment checkouts.

'Pay with Google' goes live; lets you skip those lengthy online checkout forms
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'Pay with Google' goes live; lets you skip those lengthy online checkout forms

The Pay with Google feature is available for Android users and ensures that your online payment and buying experience is fast, secure and hassle-free.

Google to launch digital payment service called Tez with support for UPI payment service
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Google to launch digital payment service called Tez with support for UPI payment service

The payment service, called Google 'Tez', will offer payment options beyond the existing ones like Google Wallet or Android Pay, the report said.

A new trojan responsible for stealing bank details from Android apps resurfaces in Russia
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A new trojan responsible for stealing bank details from Android apps resurfaces in Russia

The new version of 'Faketoken' performs live tracking of apps and, overlays the apps used by user with its phishing window to steal the bank card details.

All co-operative banks to be covered under UPI ecosystem by March 2018, says NPCI MD and CEO A.P Hota
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All co-operative banks to be covered under UPI ecosystem by March 2018, says NPCI MD and CEO A.P Hota

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Monday said all co-operative banks in the country would be part of digital transactions by March 2018.

Apple launches campaign to promote Apple Pay in China; offers up to 50 percent discounts
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Apple launches campaign to promote Apple Pay in China; offers up to 50 percent discounts

The US-based Apple launched a campaign in China this week to promote its mobile payment platform and break the current duopoly of tech giants Tencent and Alibaba.

WhatsApp gets nod from NPCI for enabling in-app UPI payments
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WhatsApp gets nod from NPCI for enabling in-app UPI payments

Messaging giants WhatsApp have been granted permission by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to develop in-app payments and money transfers using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).

New Telegram v4.1 update increases supergroup capacity, modifies admin rights and more
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New Telegram v4.1 update increases supergroup capacity, modifies admin rights and more

Instant messaging app Telegram has been updated to Telegram 4.1 and it comes with a host of new features.

Samsung Pay officially rolls out for Indian customers
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Samsung Pay officially rolls out for Indian customers

Samsung is offering support for limited banks as of now and also supports Paytm wallet.

Google launches Android Wear 2.0, an evolutionary upgrade to the smartwatch OS
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Google launches Android Wear 2.0, an evolutionary upgrade to the smartwatch OS

Google has launched Android Wear 2.0, the newest version that will power smartwatches. The upgrade was announced last year during Google I/O 2016 and the update is a few months late than what was originally planned.

Samsung Pay rumoured to launch in India next year
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Samsung Pay rumoured to launch in India next year

If reports are to be believed, then Samsung will bring its own digital payment platform, Samsung Pay, to India next year.

Demonetisation has opened up a path for Apple Pay and Android Pay in India
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Demonetisation has opened up a path for Apple Pay and Android Pay in India

Both Apple Pay and Android Pay are digital payment methods that can use your linked credit or debit card and banking details to make payments.

Google, Microsoft, Samsung digital wallets integrate with online banking services
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Google, Microsoft, Samsung digital wallets integrate with online banking services

Partnerships between technology companies and payment companies, have made online transactions more convenient to the end user, as well as merchants.

Samsung Elec, Alibaba to team up on mobile payment systems: media
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Samsung Elec, Alibaba to team up on mobile payment systems: media

Samsung Electronics and Alibaba Group Holding plan to announce a collaboration on mobile payment systems on Friday, South Korean media reported.

Google working on Hands Free payment app for Android and iOS
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Google working on Hands Free payment app for Android and iOS

After launching Android Pay, Google is piloting a new payment app that Google calls the future of mobile payment. Called Hands Free, the app lets users pay in stores without even taking the phone out of one’s pocket or bag.

Google's Nexus launch event today: Here's what we expect
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Google's Nexus launch event today: Here's what we expect

We are just a couple of hours away from Google's event where the search giant is expected to unveil two new Nexus smartphones along with an updated Chromecast. We may even witness a few new features regarding the new Android 6.0 Marshmallow.