Things I learned about Google while reading up on Page's CES Keynote
Engadget blogged the Page keynote, btw. I haven't found a webcast yet, which sucks. Why wasn't it on Google Video as the featured thing of the day? Seems rather silly not to have done that, given the new product launch ... Here is John Battell on Google's CES announcements.
Google Unwraps the Google Pack
CES, LAS VEGAS, Nev., January 6, 2005 – Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) today announced Google Pack beta, a free collection of safe, useful software from Google and other companies that improves the user experience online and on the desktop. In just a few clicks, users can easily discover, install and maintain software to surf the web faster and safer, communicate better, and effectively manage information.
Google to Launch Video Marketplace
CES, LAS VEGAS, NV – Jan. 6, 2006 – Live from the 2006 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) announced the planned opening of the Google Video Store, the first open video marketplace enabling consumers to buy and rent a wide range of video content from a major television network, a professional sports league, cable programmers, independent producers and film makers. This fast growing collection of videos will include prime-time and classic hits from CBS, a full slate of NBA games from this season and outstanding performances from the past, music videos from SONY BMG, Charlie Rose interviews as well as news and historical content from ITN and new titles being added everyday.
Google Local for Mobile
Combining directions, maps, and satellite imagery, Google Local for mobile is a free download that lets you find local hangouts and businesses across town or across the country — right from your phone.
"20 percent time"
Google engineers all have "20 percent time" in which they’re free to pursue projects they’re passionate about. This freedom has already produced Google News, Google Suggest, AdSense for Content, and Orkut – products which might otherwise have taken an entire start-up to launch.
Developing ...
Saturday, January 07, 2006
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