After a frustrating two weeks for subscribers, the Disney and YouTube TV blackout is finally over. The two companies announced on Friday that they have reached a new "multi-year" agreement, and all Disney-owned channels, including ESPN, ABC, FX, and more, have already begun returning to the … [Read more...] about ESPN and ABC are back on YouTube TV after Disney and Google reach a new deal
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You can now use Google Forms’ AI creator in Spanish, French, German, and more
One of the most practical AI time-savers in Google Workspace has been the "Help me create" feature in Google Forms. This Gemini-powered tool allows you to generate a full, multi-question form from just a simple text prompt or by referencing an existing Doc, Sheet, or PDF. The only catch? It's been … [Read more...] about You can now use Google Forms’ AI creator in Spanish, French, German, and more
Leaked specs suggest the Samsung ‘Galaxy Z TriFold’ will be crazy thin
The pressure has been on Samsung to respond to the trifold craze, and thanks to a new leak from the reliable Evan Blass, we now have our first "confirmed" look at their answer. It’s called the "Galaxy Z TriFold," and if these specs hold up, it’s going to be an absolute beast. The headline feature … [Read more...] about Leaked specs suggest the Samsung ‘Galaxy Z TriFold’ will be crazy thin
At just $218, this Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3 is the ultimate affordable holiday gift
As we barrel toward Black Friday, the hunt for affordable, high-quality tech gifts is officially on. Usually, when you see a laptop priced under $250, you run the other way, expecting a dim screen, a creaky chassis, and a not-so-great user experience. But every once in a while, a deal comes along … [Read more...] about At just $218, this Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3 is the ultimate affordable holiday gift
‘Gemini in Chrome’ with Gemini Live is officially coming to Chromebooks for Workspace users
Google has just announced that "Gemini in Chrome," their powerful AI browsing assistant, will soon be available to Workspace customers on their Chromebook and Chromebook Plus devices. Now, this might sound a bit confusing at first. After all, Chromebooks have had built-in Gemini capabilities for a … [Read more...] about ‘Gemini in Chrome’ with Gemini Live is officially coming to Chromebooks for Workspace users
Why I’m hopeful the ChromeOS/Android merger will finally bring browser profiles to Chromebooks
When I use the MacBook that we have around for video editing, I live and die by browser profiles. I have one for my personal life with all my personal bookmarks, credit cards, and history. I have another for Chrome Unboxed with our work-related bookmarks, the business credit card, and specific … [Read more...] about Why I’m hopeful the ChromeOS/Android merger will finally bring browser profiles to Chromebooks
This record-low Pixel Watch 3 deal is too good to pass up
This is the classic tech enthusiast's dilemma: do you spring for the latest and greatest, or do you snag the good deal? The new Google Pixel Watch 4 has been out for about a month, and it's a fantastic wearable. But it's also expensive, and we haven't seen a single discount on it yet. Frankly, if … [Read more...] about This record-low Pixel Watch 3 deal is too good to pass up
Google and Epic’s new settlement could change the Play Store globally
Google and Epic Games have filed a proposed settlement in federal court, presenting a unified plan to end their years-long antitrust battle, according to Reuters. The proposal, which must be approved by US District Judge James Donato, would significantly alter the original injunction, expanding its … [Read more...] about Google and Epic’s new settlement could change the Play Store globally
Samsung’s Galaxy XR includes an ‘Explorer Pack’ of freebies for early adopters worth over $1,000
At $1,799, the new Samsung Galaxy XR is a pretty serious investment. This is the first Android XR device, and it's squarely aimed at early adopters who want to be on the cutting edge of the new platform. And while it undercuts the $3,500 Apple Vision Pro, you're still putting down a good chunk of … [Read more...] about Samsung’s Galaxy XR includes an ‘Explorer Pack’ of freebies for early adopters worth over $1,000
Score a surprise discount on the entire Google Pixel 10 lineup, including the Fold
If you've been holding out for a deep discount on the Pixel 10 series, your wait might just be over. In a kind of strange move, both the Google Store and Best Buy have just dropped massive, limited-time deals on the entire Pixel 10 lineup, including the very first price cut on the Pixel 10 Pro … [Read more...] about Score a surprise discount on the entire Google Pixel 10 lineup, including the Fold
Windows 11 now officially has virtual desktops on Meta Quest, and I’m jealous
For the past couple of weeks, I've been wrapped up in the launch of the Samsung Galaxy XR, speculating on the future of the Android XR platform. I even went down a rabbit hole just the other day, theorizing about whether you could theoretically use the headset's USB-C port as a wired (potentially … [Read more...] about Windows 11 now officially has virtual desktops on Meta Quest, and I’m jealous
Why I think Adobe’s Project Pulsar is Android XR’s first killer app
The Samsung Galaxy XR launch was packed with exciting demos, but one that truly stood out to me as the platform's first potential killer app: Project Pulsar from Adobe. While running 2D apps in floating windows is fine, Android XR needs new, platform-specific experiences, and I think Pulsar is the … [Read more...] about Why I think Adobe’s Project Pulsar is Android XR’s first killer app
