Google has been working to kill off the traditional password as a means of account access for some time, but until now, it hadn't revealed how it planned to do so beyond enforcing 2SV (two-step verification) on millions of more accounts and encouraging users to perform the occasional security … [Read more...] about Google is one step closer to killing the password with new FIDO ‘passwordless sign-in’ on Android
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Nearby “Self Share” now working in ChromeOS Beta, works with Android’s latest Google Play services
Nearby Share has become an indispensable feature of the Google ecosystem and Google's answer to Apple's "Airdrop" when it comes to sharing files between Android and ChromeOS devices. I use it on a regular basis, and it makes my workflow so much more efficient. However, there is one small hurdle … [Read more...] about Nearby “Self Share” now working in ChromeOS Beta, works with Android’s latest Google Play services
Android’s Google Translate widgets get Material You makeover
Last week, Google announced via Twitter the debut of a new Translate widget on Android that adopts the "Material You" aesthetic. Unfortunately, when this was announced, the feature had not rolled out widely yet, so we could only discern what it would look like based on Google's tweet and some of the … [Read more...] about Android’s Google Translate widgets get Material You makeover
Chrome for Android’s toolbar will soon change based on what you need and when you need it
A brand new developer flag has appeared in Chrome for Android, and as discovered by 9to5Google, it seeks to make your browser's toolbar adapt to your needs in real-time. As you can see below, a "toolbar shortcut" will appear between the Omnibox and the tab counter once the feature rolls out … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android’s toolbar will soon change based on what you need and when you need it
Netflix could be supplementing its plummeting revenue by increasing its focus on gaming
We reported in the recent past about the handful of mobile games that Netflix had released for gamers to enjoy, the primary titles of which were based on Stranger Things, while others included various minigames like golf, basketball, match-three puzzlers, and so on. Now, it seems like the company is … [Read more...] about Netflix could be supplementing its plummeting revenue by increasing its focus on gaming
Google Play apps now show way more detailed information on how they will use your data
The Google Play Store has had information on how app developers will utilize your personal data to drive and improve the experience for quite some time now. With the introduction of this though, it was never very detailed. Luckily, that's all changing now as this feature is being further developed … [Read more...] about Google Play apps now show way more detailed information on how they will use your data
Diablo Immortal could be the Diablo-style title Chromebook gamers crave, playable this June
I've been tracking with Blizzard's upcoming Diablo Immortal for some time now. First, we saw gameplay for the mobile title at ChinaJoy 2020, and then the company got itself into hot water for sexual harassment and other unethical practices. Most weren't really interested in Diablo Immortal to begin … [Read more...] about Diablo Immortal could be the Diablo-style title Chromebook gamers crave, playable this June
I want this upcoming Kingdom Hearts game on my Chromebook, but I want it done right
Kingdom hearts, its story, and its characters have had a major impact on my life and creativity since I was young, and I look for any and all opportunities to play new entries in the series on any device I can. With that being said, Kingdom Hearts Missing Link is coming to Android in the future, and … [Read more...] about I want this upcoming Kingdom Hearts game on my Chromebook, but I want it done right
Google backtracks on Photos Library tab redesign, changes planned
A month ago, Google announced a ton of new – and useful – features coming to Google Photos “over the coming weeks.” These features were the same ones that were spotted back in February, which consisted of a new layout for better organization, discovery, sharing, and importing of … [Read more...] about Google backtracks on Photos Library tab redesign, changes planned
[Update: Rollout confirmed] Google’s “Switch to Android” app quietly shows up in iOS app store, but not publicly launched yet
Update, April 21st, 11:50AM EST: Google spokesperson Ivy Hunt confirmed to The Verge that the rollout should be complete in a few weeks. The holdup is an upcoming update to Pixel devices that allows them to work with the app. Once the devices are all ready, then the app will be available in the … [Read more...] about [Update: Rollout confirmed] Google’s “Switch to Android” app quietly shows up in iOS app store, but not publicly launched yet
Nearby Share’s “Self Share” mode gets closer, Spotted on Android
Nearby Share, which debuted on Android in mid-2020 and then on ChromeOS a few months later, has become an indispensable feature of the Google ecosystem. Those of us who use Android and ChromeOS have been known to use this feature almost daily to transfer files and photos back and forth between our … [Read more...] about Nearby Share’s “Self Share” mode gets closer, Spotted on Android
Google and NBA launch “Pixel Arena” 3D environment for fans during 2022 Playoffs
NBA fans watching the 2022 Playoffs may notice how prominent the Google Pixel is in all the marketing around the event. This is because the Google Pixel is the official fan phone of the NBA due to Google's new multi-year deal with the league. This year, further advancing this partnership, Google and … [Read more...] about Google and NBA launch “Pixel Arena” 3D environment for fans during 2022 Playoffs