Google Buzz Release (PICTURES, VIDEO): New Social Feature Unveiled

Google Buzz Release (PICTURES, VIDEO): New Social Feature Unveiled: "Google is making it easier to socialize on its e-mail service. It's unveiling a new 'Google Buzz' feature that sets up a face-off with Facebook.

The feature unveiled Tuesday will enable Gmail users to create status updates on Google Buzz and read and comment on the updates posted by their friends.

Other tools turn Gmail into a showcase for sharing video, pictures and Web links to interesting stories, just as users can on Facebook and Twitter."