I've been unashamedly rocking a Samsung phone for the past few years. I first moved to the Galaxy S23 Ultra and then leveraged a killer deal to snag the Z Fold 5 as well. Between the two, I've been pretty happy - if a tad bit uninspired - with the phone in my pocket for the past 20 months or … [Read more...] about Using the Pixel 9 Pro XL makes me wish it had a ChromeOS desktop mode
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The Blackmagic Camera app now works on more Android phones, including Pixel 6
The Blackmagic Camera app, a free professional-grade video recording app that was made available for Android back in June, has just received a significant update. Version 1.1 was announced on X (via 9to5Google) a couple of days ago and brings a slew of enhancements that will make it even easier for … [Read more...] about The Blackmagic Camera app now works on more Android phones, including Pixel 6
Google teases Pixel 9 Pro & Pixel 9 Pro Fold ahead of August event
Google has officially pulled back the curtain on the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. In the playful 30-second videos posted a few days ago, Google's Gemini AI writes a tongue-in-cheek breakup letter to your old phone, highlighting the promise of a "magical" experience. Several leaks of Google's … [Read more...] about Google teases Pixel 9 Pro & Pixel 9 Pro Fold ahead of August event
Google’s Pixel 9 is finally getting a better fingerprint reader
Google's Pixel line has seen its share of growing pains, but I will give them some credit here: they have consistently addressed criticisms and refined the Pixel series year after year. The upcoming Pixel 9 series looks to continue that trend, tackling one of the most requested upgrades: the … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 9 is finally getting a better fingerprint reader
Google Pixel 9 hands-on leak shows off a bold new color
Last week, we reported on the unexpected news that Google is moving their annual hardware event to August. And if you listened to the latest episode of The Chrome Cast podcast, you heard us talk through what were expecting at this year's event but the leaks keep coming and we now have a look at what … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 9 hands-on leak shows off a bold new color
This Android app puts pro video recording in your pocket for free
Blackmagic Design, known for their professional video production cameras and editing software, is expanding the reach of the powerful Blackmagic Camera app to Android devices and I couldn't be more excited! Following its launch on iPhones last September, the app is now available on select Samsung … [Read more...] about This Android app puts pro video recording in your pocket for free
Google One VPN is officially shut down: What this means for users
Google has officially pulled the plug on its Google One VPN service as of June 20, 2024. The decision, attributed to low usage and a desire to focus on "more in-demand features," leaves Google One subscribers seeking alternative ways to secure their internet connections. Introduced in 2020 and … [Read more...] about Google One VPN is officially shut down: What this means for users
Gemini takes over more Assistant duties with routines integration
Assistant Routines have been one of the things I've missed most while trying out voice commands with Gemini on my Pixel. The idea of Assistant Routines is simple. With a simple voice command, you could trigger a chain reaction of smart home magic – dimming the lights, setting the thermostat, and … [Read more...] about Gemini takes over more Assistant duties with routines integration
Chrome’s “Listen to this page” replaces yet another Google Assistant feature
I remember it like it was yesterday. A new Google Assistant feature had rolled out in 2020 that allowed users to simply ask for a page to be read aloud to them and promptly delivered a very human-like recitation of that page's content. It had a playback menu, voice options and everything, and I … [Read more...] about Chrome’s “Listen to this page” replaces yet another Google Assistant feature
ChromeOS running on Android phones is still in the cards, it seems
Just over a month ago, a strange report hit the internet of Google testing out the ability to run ChromeOS in a container on Android. It was an odd proposition, but one that makes some serious sense when you stop and think of it. For Android phone users (maybe just Pixel users at first), having an … [Read more...] about ChromeOS running on Android phones is still in the cards, it seems
The ChromeOS foundation is shifting to the Android kernel
In what is some pretty significant news today, Google has announced that the process is beginning to bring Android and ChromeOS fare more in-line than ever before by embracing parts of the larger Android stack - the Android Linux kernel and Android Frameworks - as a part of the foundational … [Read more...] about The ChromeOS foundation is shifting to the Android kernel
You will soon be able to text 911 in Google Messages thanks to RCS
We all know that split-second decisions can make all the difference in an emergency. But what happens when calling 911 isn't an option? That's where texting can be a lifesaver – and it's about to get a whole lot better thanks to RCS. Partnering with emergency tech experts RapidSOS, Google … [Read more...] about You will soon be able to text 911 in Google Messages thanks to RCS
