Google is constantly working to upgrade/improve the Google Photos app as time goes on. Hopefully, it is always in response to user data in an attempt to clean up the UI in ways that make all of our experiences a bit better while in the app. This time around, however, I'm not quite sure as the … [Read more...] about Here’s where your Sharing section went in Google Photos
Apps
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.
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Why the Pixel Weather app got rid of the Froggy mascot
Earlier this week, we shared news that Google's Pixel Weather app finally made its way to older Pixel devices! Specifically, Pixel 6 and newer got in on the update, but in the midst of the roll-out, I'm sure many of you that don't have the latest Pixel devices from Google recognized a staple of the … [Read more...] about Why the Pixel Weather app got rid of the Froggy mascot
The new Pixel Weather app is now available for Pixel 6 and newer
The dedicated Pixel Weather app - announced as part of the Android 15 Pixel Drop - is now rolling out to all Pixels including the Pixel 6 and newer along with the Pixel Tablet as well. This isn't a separate download, but an update to the existing weather service you likely use on a regular basis if … [Read more...] about The new Pixel Weather app is now available for Pixel 6 and newer
YouTube Music Android and iOS apps get a modern floating menu facelift
The Android and iOS YouTube Music apps are getting a subtle facelift in the menu department, aligning their designs more closely with the main YouTube app. The change? An updated overflow menu that ditches the full-width layout for a sleeker, more-modern floating panel that works better with … [Read more...] about YouTube Music Android and iOS apps get a modern floating menu facelift
Google rolls out an update to Quick Share for Windows with lots of bug fixes
According to 9to5 Google, it looks like Google has just dropped a new update for their Quick Share file-sharing app on Windows, bringing it to version 1.0.2002.2. There's not really anything new, here, but for the moment there shouldn't be. Instead, Google is focused on fixing things that haven't … [Read more...] about Google rolls out an update to Quick Share for Windows with lots of bug fixes
Google Photos gets increased transparency for AI-edited images
As AI-generated and edited images only continue getting more realistic, Google Photos is taking a bold step toward transparency by clearly labeling images that have been edited using its own AI-powered tools. Users will soon be able to see if a photo has been altered using AI right in the app via … [Read more...] about Google Photos gets increased transparency for AI-edited images
Google Keep is getting ready to get a big handwritten notes overhaul
Google Keep looks to be getting some new abilities to make it far more like your digital notebook than ever, complete with handwritten notes that are versatile as well as intuitive. A recent teardown of Google Keep version 5.24.422.02.90 by Android Authority revealed some exciting strings of code … [Read more...] about Google Keep is getting ready to get a big handwritten notes overhaul
Now is the time for Samsung phones to be Phone Hub App Streaming on Chromebooks
Now that we're in the age of the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, there is one lingering thing that needs to be taken care of: the addition of Samsung's phones in the list of devices that allow for ChromeOS' Phone Hub App Streaming. I've advocated for this in the past, but now that we have a … [Read more...] about Now is the time for Samsung phones to be Phone Hub App Streaming on Chromebooks
The new Recorder app will arrive for all Chromebooks, not just Plus models
At the Chromebook event in New York a couple weeks ago, Google unveiled a few new devices (the new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus and the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11") alongside a bunch of great, new software on the way. Some of those new features came with the imminent arrival of ChromeOS 129, … [Read more...] about The new Recorder app will arrive for all Chromebooks, not just Plus models
Leaks confirm Parallels on Chromebooks is dead in the water
It's been quite some time since we last talked about Parallels for ChromeOS. As a matter of fact, I was talking about it to a prospective Chromebook buyer just a few days ago and as we were talking, I realized just how long it had been since I'd heard anything new on that front in the Chromebook … [Read more...] about Leaks confirm Parallels on Chromebooks is dead in the water
Some of Samung’s own apps are coming to the Galaxy Chromebook Plus
The official availability for the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus was made public earlier today and I almost missed a very important part of the overall announcement among all the rest of the features and details we already knew about. Between the lines of specs detailing stuff like the OLED … [Read more...] about Some of Samung’s own apps are coming to the Galaxy Chromebook Plus
Gmail is getting Gemini-infused contextual smart replies
It's hard to believe, but Google first introduced Smart Replies to Gmail all the way back in 2017. It was a big deal back then, allowing users to fire off quick, pre-written responses to emails with a single tap. It's a feature I use to this day without even thinking too much about it, and it's … [Read more...] about Gmail is getting Gemini-infused contextual smart replies
