Google unleashes the all-new 'Switch to Android' app for iPhone users

 https://thesiliconreview.com/2022/04/google-launches-switch-to-android-app

Google’s most awaited 'Switch to Android' app, which is now available on the App Store

Tech giant Google in a recent announcement has stated that it has launched its most awaited 'Switch to Android' app, which is now available on the App Store in some countries, including the US. It is reported that the app promises to make the transition between mobile platforms easier. It will help the users to easily import their contacts, calendar, photos and videos to their new Android phone.

The all-new app also guides users on how to turn off Apple's iMessage to get text messages on their new device. It helps the users to connect their current device with iCloud to migrate their photo and video library to Android. Google's Switch to Android website is yet to be updated to indicate the new app is available. Google has not officially announced its launch.

According to recent reports, the app is also not appearing on Google's developer page or in App Store search results. The app is found when clicking the direct link, it added. Currently, the Switch to Android website helps the users through the standard process. It allows users to move to Android, which involves users backing up their contacts, calendar, photos, and videos before changing devices.

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Nvidia’s GeForce Now doesn’t require sign-in to try the latest cloud gaming offerings

 https://thesiliconreview.com/2022/04/nvidias-geforce-now-cloud-gaming-offerings

GeForce Now from Nvidia is pushing demos for games with reduced friction like Ghostrunner, Chorus, Diplomacy, The Riftbreaker, Diplomacy is Not an Option, and Inscryption

We all know that cloud isn’t for everyone right now as it needs more development for widespread adoption, but we do know that it is getting easier to tell if it is for you. This is because Google and Nvidia are now allowing people to test their virtual gaming PCs for free. Search engine giant Google has recently made an announcement that it will be now offering limited access to the free trial of its games without the need for a Google account.

GeForce Now from Nvidia is pushing demos for games with reduced friction like Ghostrunner, Chorus, Diplomacy, The Riftbreaker, Diplomacy is Not an Option, and Inscryption. What you have to do now to play the games is log in to your Nvidia account and again to Epic Games, Steam, or Ubisoft account to play these games’ demo on GeForce Now. Users have to manually search for games to play. 

You will instantly have access to demos without the need for a second login. VP and GM of Nvidia’s cloud gaming division Phil Eisler has stated that the company will accept any free demo. He furthermore added that they would ask only if the full version of the game would be made available for players to access later on GeForce Now.  

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30 best leaders to watch 2022

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Regulators of EU have raised concerns about Microsoft’s cloud practices

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Other big names in the segment, along with NextCloud, have also filed complaints about Microsoft’s unfair cloud practices

Popular tech giant Microsoft is in a fix again as regulators from the EU are scrutinizing the company over its licensing deals and cloud business. Over the last decade, Microsoft was fined by the European Commission almost $1.8 billion for various violations regarding antitrust matters. The European Commission has asked the company’s customers and competitors about Microsoft’s licensing deals and cloud business through a questionnaire. Moreover, other big names in the segment, along with NextCloud, have also filed complaints about Microsoft’s unfair cloud practices.
The report has highlighted the part where the regulators asked Microsoft if it is creating a healthy environment for rivals to compete with maximum efficiency. The EU regulators have also asked whether the tech giant needs productivity applications and Microsoft OS along with cloud offering to give fair competition. The questionnaire had asked the consumers and companies if they are paying the same fees for the services and what are the commercial deals with other programs and cloud service providers. The questionnaire stated that the Commission has all the necessary information needed to show that Microsoft is misusing its dominant position in the market to stay ahead of the curve and foreclose any competition.

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