Google isn't wasting any time trying to get its new hardware into the hands of new users. Just yesterday, YouTube TV launched a promotion that will score first-time subscribers the all-new 4K Chromecast with Google TV when they make their first payment. While I'm still not on board 100% with YouTube … [Read more...] about Some YouTube Premium subscribers are getting a $50 Nest Hub
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New YouTube TV subscribers can score Google’s new Chromecast w/Google TV for free
Tomorrow morning, we should be unboxing our shiny new Chromecast w/ Google TV. We have yet to lay hands on the new streamer but we all agree that this will be the greatest thing to happen to the Chromecast since, well, it came into existence. I mean, what's not to love? We're going to get everything … [Read more...] about New YouTube TV subscribers can score Google’s new Chromecast w/Google TV for free
87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
Google's #LaunchNightIn was a blitz play that packed five new products into a 30-minute onslaught on the senses. Along with the new hardware, Google took to the virtual stage to introduce some new software features for the Pixel phone family, a completely redesigned entertainment experience in … [Read more...] about 87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
[Update: In-store Oct. 15] Where you can, can’t and should buy the new Chromecast with Google TV
Well, Google's Launch Night In is behind us, and now, we get to wait and see just how well the latest #MadeByGoogle products are going to fare in their respective markets. While we're excited about all of the hardware announced yesterday, one particular product appears to be getting most of the … [Read more...] about [Update: In-store Oct. 15] Where you can, can’t and should buy the new Chromecast with Google TV
Nest Audio: The proper Google Home successor has arrived
Google breezed through the "Launch Night In" hardware event in 30 minutes flat and boy oh boy, was it a well-produced presentation. We'll talk more about that at another time. For now, let's take a look at the all-new Nest Audio speaker. We'll be getting our hands on the new Nest speaker from Google … [Read more...] about Nest Audio: The proper Google Home successor has arrived
Stadia may be coming to the new Chromecast via the Android app
As leaks have continued to pile up for Google's new hardware that is set to be officially unveiled tomorrow, the new Chromecast with Google TV has been front and center in the early hands-on department. There have been numerous reports of this device already on sale and many unboxing and quick-look … [Read more...] about Stadia may be coming to the new Chromecast via the Android app
If you luck out, you can score this Chromecast/Home Mini bundle for $13
We're mere hours away from Google's Launch Night In where we expect to see a variety of new hardware ranging from Pixel Phones to the much-discussed new Chromecast with Google TV. That said, Google's current hardware still has a lot to offer and I just tripped over a deal that is definitely worth a … [Read more...] about If you luck out, you can score this Chromecast/Home Mini bundle for $13
Lenovo USI Stylus Review – A sign of things to come
A Pressure Sensitive Lifestyle As an artist, the moment I saw the Pixel Slate hit the marketplace, I eagerly bought it. No longer would I need to boot up my Windows PC, grab my Wacom tablet, plug it in and try to locate my missing stylus in order to begin drawing. No longer would I need to carry … [Read more...] about Lenovo USI Stylus Review – A sign of things to come
Google’s new Chromecast box doesn’t mention Stadia and that is odd
Now that the new Chromecast packaging has leaked alongside the new Nest Audio speaker, there's really little we don't know about these devices at this point. I love the fact that Google isn't making the silly decision to re-brand their smart TV line of hardware and have chosen to stick with the … [Read more...] about Google’s new Chromecast box doesn’t mention Stadia and that is odd
Google’s new Chromecast and Nest Audio speaker are hitting store shelves early
Well, here we are, a week out from the next Google hardware event, and not only has everything already leaked out, it appears some of the hardware is already sitting on shelves at local Walmart stores and others have shown up in in the hands of Reddit users. Let's start with the new Nest Audio … [Read more...] about Google’s new Chromecast and Nest Audio speaker are hitting store shelves early
Lenovo premiers Smart Clock Essential w/Google Assistant
Lenovo just dropped a slew of new products including a leather-wrapped Yoga PC, the slimmest Legion laptop every created and a new Tab M10 that features and industry-first addition of Google's Kid Space. Kid Space by Google offers an integrated hub where kids can explore and discover new content to … [Read more...] about Lenovo premiers Smart Clock Essential w/Google Assistant
Hands-On: USI pens for Chromebooks are finally arriving and they are awesome [VIDEO]
The story of USI pens is a long one. In fact, the entire USI (universal stylus initiative) platform dates all the way back to 2015. In a similar manner to unifying ports under one, universal standard (USB), USI aims to wrangle all the differing, proprietary digital pen technologies into one, … [Read more...] about Hands-On: USI pens for Chromebooks are finally arriving and they are awesome [VIDEO]
