There are many reasons why I prefer to use Chrome as my main browser. One of the main reasons is the fact that it is multi-platform, which comes in really handy when you are someone that moves between operating systems. As long as you have a Google account, you can switch seamlessly from one device … [Read more...] about How to sync Chrome on Android and across all your devices
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Play Android games in your web browser with the power of BlueStacks X
I remember the days back before Chromebooks existed, and even less far back before the Google Play Store in all of its glory was ported to them. Instead of installing millions of apps and games right on our laptops, tinkerers like me would go and download something called BlueStacks - an Android … [Read more...] about Play Android games in your web browser with the power of BlueStacks X
Why Google Messages by default on the Samsung Galaxy S22 lineup is very important
Here in the USA, there's a particular conundrum we find ourselves in, and it revolves around text messages. Text messages. In 2022. Sure, it's borderline ridiculous and silly, but the rise of Apple and the iPhone as the de facto smartphone for the majority of users in the States means Apple's … [Read more...] about Why Google Messages by default on the Samsung Galaxy S22 lineup is very important
This Android 11 fullscreen ‘At a Glance’ prototype makes me miss Assistant Snapshot
Last week, Android Authority obtained some exclusive screenshots of a fullscreen 'At a Glance' prototype for the lock screen of Android 11 that never went public. These shots revealed that Google had plans to make 'At a Glance' much more robust and let it fill your entire screen while active instead … [Read more...] about This Android 11 fullscreen ‘At a Glance’ prototype makes me miss Assistant Snapshot
Google brings Chrome’s Privacy Sandbox to Android but won’t pull the plug on existing ad tools (yet)
Efforts to protect user privacy have been an ongoing and sometimes-uphill battle. We as users of Google services understand that nothing comes for free and that Google is - at the end of the day - an advertising company. Still, we want to retain as much of our privacy as possible without having to … [Read more...] about Google brings Chrome’s Privacy Sandbox to Android but won’t pull the plug on existing ad tools (yet)
Is the future of computing in the palm of your hand?
For years, we have pondered the possibility of Chrome OS running on a phone. Our idea was that the phone would run the containerized version of Android much as a Chromebook does but when you were using it as a phone, Android would be front and center. Then, when you docked your "Chrome Phone" to an … [Read more...] about Is the future of computing in the palm of your hand?
Chrome adds the Dino game, quick access to Lens search, and Incognito Mode widgets to Android
In its effort to help users find answers and access things faster in Chrome, Google is now adding a few new widgets on Android. I generally don't use widgets on my Pixel phone, but that's just because I feel they're less useful than gimmicky, but with these latest updates, I may very well do … [Read more...] about Chrome adds the Dino game, quick access to Lens search, and Incognito Mode widgets to Android
Youtube’s fullscreen experience is getting a bunch of improvements on Android and iOS
It looks like Google is modernizing the Youtube app yet again with new, stylish buttons, panels, and more. First spotted and reported by The Verge, the video streaming platform is apparently adding more visually appealing and accessible access to many of its core options while in fullscreen … [Read more...] about Youtube’s fullscreen experience is getting a bunch of improvements on Android and iOS
Yes, you can play Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on Chromebooks, but your mileage may vary
Anyone who grew up in the early 2000s likely played the popular card game called Yu-Gi-Oh which was itself based on the anime which aired on Cartoon Network's Toonami. This monster collecting and trading card game saw millions of people battling it out for competition dominance (or just to win … [Read more...] about Yes, you can play Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel on Chromebooks, but your mileage may vary
Some Pixel 6 and 6 Pro users are plagued with Bluetooth connection issues while commuting
Until yesterday, I was completely unaware that the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro were riddled with Bluetooth issues. I got into my car like I normally do, connected my Pro to the car wirelessly, and began driving. Throughout my drive, I noticed that the phone cycled through disconnecting and reconnecting over … [Read more...] about Some Pixel 6 and 6 Pro users are plagued with Bluetooth connection issues while commuting
The Quick Tap gesture on the Pixel 6 Pro feels like a sloppy and useless gimmick
I recently picked up my Pixel 6 Pro directly from the Google Store, and man am I excited! I opted for the larger storage capacity, and I have only filled it up halfway so far with awesome games and apps. I was so ecstatic to expand my storage to 256GB from the Pixel 4's 64GB (which had a large chunk … [Read more...] about The Quick Tap gesture on the Pixel 6 Pro feels like a sloppy and useless gimmick
Google Play Games for PC begins rolling out in beta for 3 countries, but not in the US
In December at the 2021 Game Awards Show, we saw a preview for Google Play Games for PC, a solution for Google to make loads of mobile games compatible and available for desktop and laptop gamers via expanded input options like mouse and keyboard. Today, the company is opening this up as an early … [Read more...] about Google Play Games for PC begins rolling out in beta for 3 countries, but not in the US
