Google's 25 Birthday: Celebrate With Lesser Known Facts

Google's Secret Message

Did you know that on its 4th birthday, Google displayed a binary code doodle that spelled out "Google"?

Google's Secret Message

It's one of their most cryptic yet intriguing secrets.

Google's Secret Message

It was the first doodle to celebrate Google's Birthday and the first "Birthday" doodle to not be for a person.

The T-Rex Guardian

When your internet connection fails, Google Chrome introduces you to a pixelated T-Rex game.

The T-Rex Guardian

Just press the space bar and enjoy endless prehistoric fun.

Google's First Storage

In 1998, Google's entire database was stored on 10 4GB hard drives in LEGO casings.

Google's First Storage

Today, they manage data centers worldwide!

Google's First Doodle

The first Google Doodle was created in 1998.

Google's First Doodle

The first doodle was a stick figure drawing behind the 2nd “o” in the word, Google and the logo comically showed that the founders were “out of office”.

Google's Library

Google's ambitious plan is to scan every book ever published.

Google's Library

They've already scanned over 40 million books and counting.

The Google Logo

Google's logo isn't static; it changes in subtle ways almost every day. These variations are called "doodles."

Google's Gigantic Leaps

Google's Quantum Computer, Sycamore, achieved "quantum supremacy" by performing a complex calculation in 200 seconds that would take the world's fastest supercomputer 10,000 years.

Google's Gravity Trick

Search for "Google Gravity" and click "I'm Feeling Lucky." Watch your screen defy gravity!

Hidden Games

Google's search bar is full of games! Try searching "Solitaire" or "Pacman" and enjoy a quick gaming session.

Google's Environmental Pledge

Google aims to operate on 100% renewable energy and has been carbon-neutral since 2007.

Google's Environmental Pledge

Their aim is to run on carbon-free energy 24/7 on every grid where they operate by 2030.

Google's Original Name

Before it was Google, it was called "Backrub." Thankfully, they opted for something catchier.

The Google You Can Eat

Google employees enjoy free gourmet meals every day, and they call their cafeterias "Cafe Google."

Google's Animal Friends

Google has identified itself as "a dog company" for a long time.

Google's Animal Friends

Google had its first canine visitor in 1999, a Leonberger named Yoshka.

Google's Animal Friends

The company has been more than accommodating to the pets of its employees across its campuses.

Google's Animal Friends

The technology giant even has a cafe at its headquarters named in honour of its original Top Dog Yoshka.

Google's Animal Friends

Google's headquarters often have goats mowing the lawns.

Google Maps' Santa Tracker

Every December, Google Maps lets you track Santa's journey around the world.

Google's Philanthropy

Google.org donates millions to charitable causes, including efforts to fight diseases and promote education worldwide.