The Google application for iPhone has a very practical new feature: the possibility of displaying information on a monument, historical fact, person or object without leaving the web page currently reading.
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On November 19, Google announced a new feature for its eponymous application on iOS. This aims to facilitate reading and research by displaying additional information on the subjects you are currently viewing, without leaving the page currently in use and without having to make the effort to request it yourself. -even. According to the media’s findings 9to5Googlethis new feature is currently being deployed.
“Now we will extract interesting information from entities in the Google Knowledge Graph and highlight them. When the user clicks on the highlighted entity, an interface opens, making it easy for them to get more information whenever their curiosity is piqued.”explains Google.
Streamline the reading and research experience
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This feature is active by default on all web pages. If publishers do not want their site to support it, they must submit a request to Google via form, which has up to 30 days to respond. It is therefore not possible to deactivate on the fly what Google calls “Page Annotations”.
We will have to be attentive in the coming days to see if the function also arrives in Europe, while the EU is making life difficult for the Alphabet subsidiary. In our country, Google is going to sabotage its search engine to comply with the legislation on digital markets (DMA), including less in-depth integration of Google Maps in search results. In the United States, there is even talk of dismantling Google, which could be forced to sell its Chrome browser.
Source : 9To5Google
Considering the EU’s emphasis on data privacy and controlling Big Tech, what are the potential legal and regulatory challenges Google might face with this new feature in the European market?
## World Today News Exclusive: Google’s New iPhone Feature - A Boon or Bane?
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re diving deep into Google’s latest announcement – a new feature for its iPhone app that promises to transform the way we read and research online. Joining us are two experts: **Dr. Emily Carter**, a leading voice in digital literacy, and **Mr. Mark Stevens**, a tech journalist specializing in user experience.
**Section 1: Understanding the Innovation**
* **Dr. Carter:** Can you explain how this new feature actually works, and what makes it different from traditional web searching?
* **Mr. Stevens:** What are the potential benefits for users? Could this enhance the reading experience and encourage deeper exploration?
* **Dr. Carter:** Conversely, are there any potential downsides users should be aware of? Could this lead to information overload or disrupt the flow of reading?
**Section 2: Impact on Publishers and the Digital Ecosystem**
* **Mr. Stevens:** Google mentions publishers can opt out of this feature. What implications could this have for the relationship between search engines and content creators?
* **Dr. Carter:** How might this feature affect the way publishers structure their content and prioritize SEO strategies?
* **Mr. Stevens:** Given the EU’s current stance on regulating Big Tech, do you expect any pushback against this feature in Europe?
**Section 3: The Future of Information Access**
* **Dr. Carter:** What does this development tell us about the evolution of information access in the digital age?
* **Mr. Stevens:** Could this be a sign of things to come, with similar features being integrated into other applications and platforms?
* **Dr. Carter:** Ultimately, how do you see this new feature shaping the way we consume information and interact with the online world in the years to come?
**Conclusion:**
Thank you to Dr. Carter and Mr. Stevens for sharing their valuable insights into this exciting new development.
As apps like Google continue to innovate, the way we access and process information continues to evolve.
While offering exciting possibilities for a richer and more interactive reading experience, it’s crucial to have open discussions about the potential implications for both users and content creators in this ever-changing digital landscape.
We encourage you to share your thoughts and opinions with us in the comments below.
