Gmail for Android and iOS will finally let you translate emails you receive in a language other than you own! This will let you simplify doing business internationally or even locally with a more diverse and broad range of clients and partners without having to go back and forth to Google Translate. Essentially, if an […]
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There are multiple different channels that apps find themselves making their way onto your Chrome OS device. At one time it was via the Chrome Web Store. In that store, you can find dedicated Chrome OS apps alongside Extensions that expand the usability of Chrome. Now that Android has come on the scene, this section of the site will expand incredibly.
Google Arts and Culture just got a redesign that will get you excited about living in the past
Google’s Arts & Culture app is getting its very own “Material You” redesign, which should already be available to you if you have an Android device (iOS coming soon!) The app’s new features encourage you to explore topics like art, food, fashion, craft, and science more than you probably have in the past since they’re […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Messages just flicked the switch on end-to-end encryption for all RCS and group chats
Google just announced that all RCS conversations in Messages are now fully end-to-end encrypted, even in group chats. RCS stands for Rich Communication Services and is replacing traditional text and picture messaging, providing you with more dynamic and secure features. With RCS enabled, you can share high-res photos and videos, see typing indicators for your […]
Continue ReadingMore Chromebook models are now eligible to get Minecraft for free via perks
Not long ago, Google introduced a new Perk, allowing certain Chromebook models to obtain the new Chromebook-ready Minecraft Android app for free. The initial list of eligible devices wasn’t that long, but thanks to one of our readers –@GoldenCheezie on Threads – we’ve been made aware of some updates to the official device list. If […]
Continue ReadingGboard is set to roll out a new “Resize” customization feature for tablets and foldables
Currently in the Beta version, Google’s Gboard is introducing a new feature called “Resize.” This addition brings a simple, visual way to make granular customizations to the keyboard’s height, width, and location on-screen: making typing on your Android devices a more comfortable experience and giving larger screen devices like tablets and foldables a bit more […]
Continue ReadingPSA: Android Nearby Share lets you transfer entire folders full of content over the air
There’s an interesting feature in Android’s Nearby Share that was first pointed out by Nail Sadykov and later mentioned by Mishaal Rahman. It turns out that you can share more than just individual files over the air, you can share entire folders full of content! Oh, and it works both directions between Android, Windows, and […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Domains may belong to Squarespace, but WordPress still wants a cut of the customer base
Squarespace is soaking up its victory after acquiring Google Domains – something we recently covered when the news dropped (and quite honestly shocked me despite Google’s reputation). This hefty deal puts Squarespace in direct competition with WordPress.com, Bluehost, and other hosting providers. While the company has pledged to keep Google Domains’ pricing structure intact for […]
Continue ReadingGoodbye Twitter: The bird is now your “X”, here’s how to update your Chromebook web app
“Genius, playboy, billionaire (philanthropist)?” – you know I’m talking about Elon Musk, right? The mind behind SpaceX and Tesla has pulled off another heist. He’s bagged Twitter for a hefty $44 billion and spun it into something entirely different. Love him or hate him, he’s axed the old Twitter name and logo, and as of […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Tasks officially freed from its side bar prison, can now be used standalone on the web
Google Tasks, once a standalone website, was transitioned into the Gmail Sidebar as part of the company’s new “integrated workspace” strategy. This strategy aimed at streamlining productivity by housing multiple tools and apps, including Meet and Chat, in one central location: Gmail. As the approach evolved, additional services such as Calendar, Keep, and Maps were […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Photos is getting another visual design overhaul, features a pill-shaped nav drawer
Google Photos appears to be testing a significant interface overhaul. As reported by @Nail_Sadykov, an editor for the Google News Telegram Channel, there’s a fresh Google Photos UI design making the rounds, and it seems to divert quite significantly from Google’s current design principles. Most notably, it swaps out the usual bottom navigation bar, traditionally […]
Continue ReadingPokémon Sleep is now available and it could be a game changer for your kids’ bedtime routine
Pokémon trainers (and masters alike) have been eagerly awaiting the release of Pokémon Sleep for the past four years, and the day has finally arrived. The app, now available for download on both Android and iOS, aims not only to promote more sleep, but also to enhance the quality of your sleep. More interestingly, it […]
Continue ReadingNearby Share by Google exits beta on Windows, letting anyone transfer files seamlessly
Back in April, Google gave us a glimpse of something really cool – its Chromebook and Android Nearby Share feature but built as an app for Windows. It was a promising look into an easy way to transfer files across devices. The good news? It’s now out of beta and ready for a much wider […]
Continue ReadingNotebookLM is Google’s new AI-driven notes app that is official as of today
At Google I/O 2023, Google unveiled a variety of AI-first developments. Among these was Project Tailwind, a cutting-edge note-taking tool crafted to leverage large language models to expedite learning. And today, Google is announcing that Project Tailwind is now being released under its new name: NotebookLM. Google Labs’ NotebookLM represents Google’s vision to rethink note-taking […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Photos gets crazy new video filters like torn paper, light leak, and more
Google Photos is starting to roll out an interesting update to its suggested edits, which includes a collection of video filters which can be applied to your existing videos with a single click. While the intensity of the filters cannot be adjusted at launch, just having them may be enough for some users. The effects, […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Messages starts rolling out direct quote replies on desktop
Google Messages for desktop takes the same model as Whatsapp and other popular applications and provides a Google-owned version of the “scan the QR code and see your messages in a web app” model. It’s far from perfect, and the experience differs a bunch depending on whether you’re using Google Fi, RCS messages, or if […]
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