John Maletis, the Vice President of ChromeOS at Google, is returning for another exclusive Ask Me Anything (AMA) session with our Chrome Unboxed Plus community today, October 29th, at 2 PM ET! We've had a few chats with John before, and we're so excited that he's making a return! Given the … [Read more...] about Ask the VP of ChromeOS anything: Join us for an exclusive AMA with John Maletis today
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The Galaxy XR controllers sold out immediately, hinting at strong early interest
Just last week, Samsung finally launched its highly anticipated Galaxy XR headset. Following the event, I wrote about how the repeated "just the beginning" messaging from both Samsung and Google made it feel like they were tempering expectations, perhaps anticipating a slow start for this premium, … [Read more...] about The Galaxy XR controllers sold out immediately, hinting at strong early interest
This hidden port on the Galaxy XR might be the key to a virtual Chromebook display
As the dust settles from the exciting launch of the Samsung Galaxy XR headset, my mind keeps circling back to one big question: Is it possible to make this headset work with my Chromebook? While Samsung and Google showcased a lot of impressive features powered by the new Android XR platform, a … [Read more...] about This hidden port on the Galaxy XR might be the key to a virtual Chromebook display
Why I think Samsung and Google kept saying Galaxy XR is ‘just the beginning’ during the launch event
The Samsung Galaxy XR headset is finally here! After months of anticipation, the first device built on the ambitious Android XR platform was just launched a few days ago, with impressive specs like 4K micro-OLED displays and deep Gemini integration, all for a cool $1799. It's undeniably a landmark … [Read more...] about Why I think Samsung and Google kept saying Galaxy XR is ‘just the beginning’ during the launch event
Meet the Samsung Galaxy XR: the Android-powered Vision Pro rival is finally here
The day we've been waiting for has finally arrived! After months of tracking leaks, analyzing rumors, and speculating about the future of Google's immersive computing platform, Samsung officially unveiled its Galaxy XR headset last night. We no longer have to refer to this device as "Project … [Read more...] about Meet the Samsung Galaxy XR: the Android-powered Vision Pro rival is finally here
Wyze’s Solar Cam Pan brings 360° coverage and endless power for just $80
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Here’s how to watch the Samsung ‘Project Moohan’ Android XR Galaxy event
The future of spatial computing for Android is almost here. Samsung is gearing up to officially reveal its highly anticipated Android extended reality (XR) headset, codenamed "Project Moohan," during a special livestream event today, Monday, October 21st, at 10 p.m. ET. And this isn't just another … [Read more...] about Here’s how to watch the Samsung ‘Project Moohan’ Android XR Galaxy event
Google directly targets Microsoft 365 outages with new Workspace plans
It seems the gloves are well and truly off in the ongoing battle between Google and Microsoft for enterprise dominance. Citing Microsoft 365's "frequent and severe" outages and recurring security incidents, Google has unveiled two new Workspace plans explicitly designed to lure frustrated Microsoft … [Read more...] about Google directly targets Microsoft 365 outages with new Workspace plans
Why I’m so excited for Samsung Android XR event and it’s not just the headset
Next week, Samsung is set to unveil its "Project Moohan" XR headset – the first official Android-powered competitor to Apple's Vision Pro. And while the headset itself is undoubtedly significant, focusing solely on this one (likely very expensive) device misses the forest for the trees. The real … [Read more...] about Why I’m so excited for Samsung Android XR event and it’s not just the headset
Reserve Samsung’s new XR headset now and get a $100 credit before the October 21 event
After months of rumors, leaks, and teases, Samsung has officially announced the launch event for its "Project Moohan" XR headset. In a blog post on the Samsung Newsroom, the company confirmed it will unveil the new 'Galaxy' device during the 'Worlds Wide Open' event on Monday, October 21st, at 10 … [Read more...] about Reserve Samsung’s new XR headset now and get a $100 credit before the October 21 event
YouTube is getting a modern makeover with a new UI rolling out now
Get ready for a big visual change on your favorite video platform. Starting this week, Google is rolling out a refresh to the YouTube experience, designed to be "cleaner, more immersive, and more fun to interact with." The update includes a few big changes to the video player and to the comments … [Read more...] about YouTube is getting a modern makeover with a new UI rolling out now
Locked out of your Google account? A trusted friend can now help you get back in
Getting locked out of your Google Account is a unique kind of digital nightmare, especially when your recovery method is tied to a phone you've lost. Yikes! So, in a fantastic move to address this exact scenario, Google is rolling out a simple, secure, and frankly brilliant new solution: Recovery … [Read more...] about Locked out of your Google account? A trusted friend can now help you get back in
