Users of the Google Health app are experiencing syncing and pairing issues since approximately 7:00 AM ET, as reported by Downdetector. Google's status page has acknowledged these disruptions, indicating that the app is struggling to sync data and pair with devices.
Google has introduced enhancements to the Google Play gaming experience on Windows PCs, focusing on game discovery and purchasing processes while expanding the availability of paid titles. Key updates include:
- An expanded game library with more paid, premium games optimized for PC.
- A new PC section in the Play Store Games tab on mobile devices to identify cross-platform compatible titles.
- A single purchase option for games that allows access on both mobile and desktop platforms.
- Game trials for selected titles, enabling free play up to a certain limit before prompting purchase, with progress carried over if bought.
Upcoming games for PC include Moonlight Peaks, Sledding Game, and Low-Budget Repairs. Users can start playing by visiting the Google Play Games web portal, downloading the software, and syncing their Google account. After installation, a list of available games will be displayed, with options to customize controls and visual settings. However, syncing issues may occur, and Game Trials are still in development.
Users of Google Photos are experiencing syncing issues where images uploaded via the Google Photos website are not syncing back to the mobile app. This problem began last Thursday, affecting some users while others report normal functionality. Google has not issued a formal statement but a product expert confirmed that the Photos team is aware of the issue and is working on a fix, although no timeline has been provided.
