This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we have a little hardware and a little software, with two new Chromebook releases, a new Chromecast, a feature coming soon to Google Photos, and a Chromebook feature request from Robby. For the first half of the show, we focus on the two new Chromebook releases: the kind […]
Continue ReadingSave the planet and some cash! Acer launches trade-in program for Earth Day
Earth Day is always a good reminder to be a bit kinder to our planet. This year, I’m thrilled to see Acer stepping up with some great initiatives. Not only have they launched a consumer-focused trade-in program, but they’re also tackling plastic pollution head-on with a partnership that aims to truly make an impact. Got […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Pixel 9 Pro leak confirms iPhone clone design
Well, folks, It looks like the early leaks were true. New hands-on photos of the upcoming Google Pixel 9 Pro have surfaced, giving us our first glimpse at the iPhone-esque design that appears to be a total revamp and all-new look for Google’s flagship devices. There are several hands-on photos here, so let’s dive in. […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 263: The mounting problem of the Google Graveyard
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we dive into a big update on the website, publishing our last YouTube video for a bit, and a mounting problem that has us frustrated with Google. The first half of the show is all about the return of the comments section on the website. After working through […]
Continue ReadingYouTube’s crackdown on ad blockers escalates
YouTube is cracking down on mobile ad blockers. In an update on Monday, the platform warns that if you use a third-party app to watch YouTube without ads, you might experience playback issues. This means videos could buffer excessively or see the error “The following content is not available on this app” when trying to […]
Continue ReadingWalmart’s excellent Onn. Google TV streaming box getting a “Pro” upgrade
If you’re a Google TV fan, you’ve probably heard us talk about and recommend Walmart’s onn. brand. Their Google TV boxes are serious Chromecast contenders, delivering the same experience, with a better remote, for less money. If you’re in the market for a Google TV device, the Onn. box is our go-to recommendation. Now we […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 262: Exclusive first look at Chromebook Plus AI
On this week’s episode of The Chrome Cast podcast, we’re back to our regularly scheduled programming with a discussion about wrapping up our Chromebook Plus reviews and an exciting exclusive demo of the upcoming Chromebook Plus AI features. We appreciate everyone tuning in last week as we explained why we’re taking a quick break from […]
Continue ReadingFind My Device on Android just got a massive upgrade
It’s finally here – Google has started rolling out its revamped Find My Device network, and it’s looking seriously powerful. This update is basically Android’s equivalent to Apple’s Find My network, letting you track stuff down even when it’s not connected to the internet. The magic of this revamped network is in crowdsourcing. Your lost […]
Continue ReadingTesting Lenovo’s tiny Chromebox Micro to see if it supports a touchscreen
In a world where Chromebooks have matured and gotten really good over the last few years, something like the Lenovo Chromebox Micro has been a breath of fresh air. This little powerhouse is about the size of a smartphone, yet it packs a full desktop ChromeOS experience, which has my wheels turning on all the […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 261: The real reason we’re taking a break from YouTube
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we took a break from our normal news roundup and decided to explain some of how we got here, where we’re heading, and why we’ve decided to take a few weeks off from publishing on YouTube. And no, Chrome Unboxed isn’t going anywhere and we aren’t quitting YouTube. […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Podcasts is officially dead: What you need to know
Well, it’s official— the Google graveyard has a new resident. As of a few days ago, Google Podcasts is no longer available to consumers in the United States. We’ve known the day was coming but now the app is unusable. When you launch the app, there is now just a landing page explaining the shutdown […]
Continue ReadingIncognito Mode gets a privacy cleanup as Google agrees to ‘destroy’ data
Remember that class-action lawsuit accusing Google of sneaky data collection in Incognito mode? Well, it’s finally settled, and your incognito browsing habits might be a little more private now. According to The Wall Street Journal, Google has agreed to delete billions of improperly collected data records that reflect users’ private browsing activities. Incognito mode is […]
Continue ReadingGoogle is bringing on-device AI to the Pixel 8 after all
Remember that whole “hardware limitations” debacle with the Pixel 8? Well, surprise, surprise – they’ve changed their tune, and it looks like Gemini Nano is coming to the Google Pixel 8 after all, giving users who decided to enable it access to features like Summarize in the Recorder app, and Smart Reply in Gboard. Google […]
Continue ReadingLenovo’s tiny Chromebox Micro has a unique hidden power
Lenovo’s super-compact Chromebox Micro has finally arrived at our office, and let me tell you, this little thing is wild. Remember all that hype about it being pocket-sized? Lenovo wasn’t kidding. As soon as it arrived, I snatched it out of the box and immediately slid it into my front jeans pocket – no problem! […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 260: We have Lenovo’s pocket-sized Chromebox in the office
We’re back with another episode of The Chrome Cast podcast and on this week’s show, we discuss some new, interesting hardware we’ve been testing. If you’ve been listening to the show or reading the site lately, you know that we have been working hard to get through our reviews of the Chromebook Plus models announced […]
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