Remember the feature that was announced last October where you could hum a melody into YouTube and find the matching song? Well, it looks like Google is bringing the same feature to their music app - the place where you would think it would've appeared first. Nonetheless, Google is testing out a new … [Read more...] about YouTube Music is testing out a feature it should’ve had all along
Now’s the time to level up your home security with Nest Cams
If you've been eyeing Google Nest cameras to level up your home surveillance, now's the perfect time to take the plunge. Nest cameras are currently discounted at Best Buy, with prices that haven't been this sweet since Black Friday. With wired and wireless options, these cameras are here to help you … [Read more...] about Now’s the time to level up your home security with Nest Cams
Logitech’s Casa Pop-Up Desk is confirmed ‘Works with Chromebook’
If you have been looking for a wireless trackpad and keyboard combo that works perfectly with your Chromebook, the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk might be the answer. After learning about the US release of this "desk in a box" that packs a keyboard and trackpad inside of a folding laptop stand, we … [Read more...] about Logitech’s Casa Pop-Up Desk is confirmed ‘Works with Chromebook’
Google is finally rolling out a full-featured Nest Cam experience on the web
I've got exciting news for all you Nest Cam users out there! Google has announced in a Nest Community blog post that in the next few days you'll be able to view recorded clips and navigate your footage directly on the home.google.com web portal. This brings us even closer to fully ditching the Nest … [Read more...] about Google is finally rolling out a full-featured Nest Cam experience on the web
The Chrome Cast 258: We’ve reviewed all but one of the Chromebook Plus models
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we focus most of our discussion around two main topics: the full review of the HP 15.6" Chromebook Plus and the new Casa Pop-Up Desk that includes a wireless trackpad that works with ChromeOS. The HP 15.6" review is the second to last review of Chromebook Plus … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 258: We’ve reviewed all but one of the Chromebook Plus models
Google TV home screen redesign arrives sooner than expected for some
The Google TV makeover that was announced late last month and was said to take "a few months" to roll out has already started showing up for some users. This redesign brings some fresh visual flair and useful features to the platform. It looks like the Chromecast with Google TV is first in line to … [Read more...] about Google TV home screen redesign arrives sooner than expected for some
Why UWB (ultra-wideband) may be on the way for Pixel Watch 3
If you rock a Pixel Watch, you probably already know how awesome the Watch Unlock feature is. If your face is covered or your hands are wet, just tap on the watch display, and boom, your Android phone magically unlocks without messing with passwords or fingerprint sensors. As seamless as it is, … [Read more...] about Why UWB (ultra-wideband) may be on the way for Pixel Watch 3
You can finally try GeForce NOW’s best RTX 4080 rig for just $8
Cloud gaming has made incredible strides in recent years, and GeForce NOW has consistently pushed the envelope, making gaming more accessible on Chromebooks. No longer a novelty, cloud gaming is a seriously viable way to play even the most demanding titles across a range of devices. We knew this day … [Read more...] about You can finally try GeForce NOW’s best RTX 4080 rig for just $8
Google Keep is getting an AI upgrade with Gemini
In 2024, AI is going to keep showing up in all sorts of places, and Google's latest insertion of Gemini in one of its higher-profile products is landing in Google Keep. The upcoming "Help me create a list" will be a new feature leveraging the power of Gemini to streamline everyday tasks right within … [Read more...] about Google Keep is getting an AI upgrade with Gemini
Gemini for Android finally gets my most-missed feature
One of the most frustrating omissions of the Gemini voice assistant on Android has been the inability to set reminders. It was a glaring issue for me and many other users at launch that I think underscored how Gemini as a voice assistant wasn't quite ready for the spotlight. Thankfully though, … [Read more...] about Gemini for Android finally gets my most-missed feature
The Chrome Cast 256: the importance of a potential Galaxy Chromebook Plus
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we're diving deep into the potential of a new device from Samsung and why we think it's the perfect time for a Galaxy Chromebook Plus. In case you've missed it, we've been reporting on the development of a new board in the repositories called "Xol" that we think … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 256: the importance of a potential Galaxy Chromebook Plus
How to switch back to the Google Assistant from Gemini on your Android phone
Google's Gemini app offers a fascinating glimpse into the power of advanced AI language models in your pocket. But if you installed Gemini and it automatically took over as your Android phone's default assistant, you might be encountering some limitations. Here's how to easily switch back to Google … [Read more...] about How to switch back to the Google Assistant from Gemini on your Android phone
