School’s in! As you settle into your classes and start to juggle soccer practice, club meetings and homework, we’re here to help. We’ve been spending the summer “break” creating new tools to help you save time, collaborate with classmates andRead more…
Native Gmail ads arrive in AdWords for all advertisers
Email is a big part of our everyday routines as a go-to place for staying in touch with family, friends and colleagues. It’s also a great way to get the latest updates from our favorite brands, whether we’re hearing aboutRead more…
Mobile-friendly web pages using app banners
When it comes to search on mobile devices, users should get the most relevant answers, no matter if the answer lives in an app or a web page. We’ve recently made it easier for users to find and discover apps andRead more…
Google’s look, evolved
Google has changed a lot over the past 17 years—from the range of our products to the evolution of their look and feel. And today we’re changing things up once again: So why are we doing this now? Once uponRead more…
Android Wear now works with iPhones
When you wear something every day, you want to be sure it really works for you. That’s why Android Wear offers countless design choices, so you can find the watch that fits your style. Want a round watch with aRead more…
An update on CSV download scripts
With the new Search Analytics API, it’s now time to gradually say goodbye to the old CSV download scripts for information on queries & rankings. We’ll be turning off access to these downloads on October 20, 2015. These download scriptsRead more…
Through the Google lens: Search Trends August 21-27
The terrible images from the WDBJ shooting in Virginia dominated Google searches over the last few days. Here’s a look back at the week in search. WDBJ tragedyA small TV station in Roanoke, Va., is reeling after two of itsRead more…
Highlight a specific aspect of your products or services with structured snippet extensions
Earlier this year, we introduced dynamic structured snippets. This automated ad extension gives your customers a better sense of the content on your website before they click on your ad. Whether it’s highlighting a list of hotel amenities or topRead more…
Beautiful New Designs for Full-Screen In-App Ads
Nearly 60% of smartphone users expect their favorite apps to look visually appealing. We’ve always believed that in-app ads can enhance an app’s overall experience by being well designed. So today we’re announcing a completely new look for our interstitialRead more…
Improving Public Alerts for hurricane season
Ten years ago, Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast of the United States, flooding cities, displacing thousands of people, and causing billions of dollars worth of damage. It is the costliest natural disaster, and one of the deadliest hurricanes, inRead more…