It seems like every time I figuratively blink, another creative powerhouse of an application that used to be completely out of the question for Chromebooks is being developed or ported natively for Google's operating system. Chromebooks used to be associated with web browsing and nothing more, but … [Read more...] about Professional video editor LumaFusion is being developed for Chromebooks
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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Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are finally coming to the web, but it’s not what you think
Today, Adobe announced some pretty significant news - its two most popular editing applications are officially coming to the web! That's right, Adobe Photoshop for photo editing and Illustrator for vector graphic design will be accessible right through your browser via a simple URL in the near … [Read more...] about Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are finally coming to the web, but it’s not what you think
Youtube reveals who will be leading its Podcast initiative, future of Google Podcasts uncertain
Earlier this month, we discussed how Youtube may have internal plans to absorb Google Podcasts, and how several recent developments point to this. First, background listening on Youtube Music became free for listeners in Canada, potentially indicating that the company is looking to make sure that … [Read more...] about Youtube reveals who will be leading its Podcast initiative, future of Google Podcasts uncertain
Google Contacts begins evolving and becoming more useful as a CRM
Google's contact manager has always been intentionally rudimentary. Being able to plug in new relationships and their basic information is really all it was ever meant to do. Yes, you can apply labels to categorize them, insert (very) basic notes about them, and identify the person's relation to … [Read more...] about Google Contacts begins evolving and becoming more useful as a CRM
Google apparently did ask for special treatment from Roku according to a leaked email
I've gone to bat for Google when necessary. The company receives lots of unwarranted hate in addition to its very warranted criticisms, but I'm always willing to step up to the plate for them when I realize that things turn unnecessarily toxic. Yesterday, I published an article that discussed the … [Read more...] about Google apparently did ask for special treatment from Roku according to a leaked email
New Audio and Video Locks help Google Meet hosts keep disruptive participants at bay
Having the capability to forcefully mute any meeting participant in Google Meet was rolled out nearly a year ago, but after being muted, call attendees could just unmute themselves and carry on. The problem with this functionality is that oftentimes as people attempt to adjust to the digital … [Read more...] about New Audio and Video Locks help Google Meet hosts keep disruptive participants at bay
Youtube Music’s “Video” capabilities will soon be for Premium subscribers only
During an "Ask Me Anything (AMA)" session on the Youtube Music Help site recently, a Community Manager for Team Youtube took time to answer some questions directly. In addition to Canada getting free background listening soon, the Youtube Music app will soon restrict non-paying members to audio-only … [Read more...] about Youtube Music’s “Video” capabilities will soon be for Premium subscribers only
In just a few weeks, new Roku devices will no longer be able to install Youtube either
Back in April, Ruku called out Google in an abrasive email, threatening to no longer carry Youtube TV on its devices. Shortly afterward, it followed up on those threats, and did exactly that, stating that Google had basically become a monopolistic bully for imposing its marketing presence over its … [Read more...] about In just a few weeks, new Roku devices will no longer be able to install Youtube either
Google Calendar adds Focus Time entries so you can rest and reflect between events
With the overwhelming amount of digital meetings and collaboration that has become the new normal thanks to the global pandemic, it can be very easy to become overwhelmed. Google has previously baked Time Insights into Calendar to help you see where you're spending your time and how often you're … [Read more...] about Google Calendar adds Focus Time entries so you can rest and reflect between events
Google Pixel Pass: videos, music, games, storage, a device, and protection in one subscription
Google just finished revealing its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro phones, and with it, a new subscription. Don't worry, this one isn't exactly new. Pixel Pass actually combines many of your existing Google subscriptions into one bundle so that you can manage it all in one place and with one payment each … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Pass: videos, music, games, storage, a device, and protection in one subscription
You can now mark Google Chat Spaces messages and DMs as unread
Google is now rolling out the ability to mark previously read or opened direct messages, and messages in spaces as "unread". This new Message Action can help you remember to return to important conversations at a time that's more convenient to you without robbing you of the chance to read and … [Read more...] about You can now mark Google Chat Spaces messages and DMs as unread
Continuous scrolling for mobile brings Google Search into the modern age
If you're accustomed to browsing several pages to find what you need on Google Search using your phone, you'll probably have noticed already that you no longer need to click to navigate between each new page of results. Google has officially rolled out "Continuous scrolling", bringing Search into … [Read more...] about Continuous scrolling for mobile brings Google Search into the modern age
