A couple of weeks ago, Activision announced the first two Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater games were getting remastered and were set to release on September 4th, 2020. Like many 20-something-year-olds, I was ecstatic and proceeded to watch the trailer multiple times in a row with my mouth wide open, … [Read more...] about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 remaster would be so rad on Stadia
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Album sharing in Google Photos gets a much-needed update
Google Photos has been a great tool for sharing photos with my friends and family during the pandemic. It is perfect for those more personal family photos that you don’t really want to share on social media. A photo is worth a thousand words and can help us continue to feel connected even when we … [Read more...] about Album sharing in Google Photos gets a much-needed update
Google Pixel 4a could one-up iPhone SE with $349 starting price for 128GB model
The leaks are continuing to flow in about Google’s upcoming mid-range phone, the Pixel 4a. We've previously reported that according to some leaked billboards, the new Pixel 4a would have the same starting price as last year’s 3a, which was an affordable $399. But now it seems the Pixel 4a will have … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 4a could one-up iPhone SE with $349 starting price for 128GB model
Google Lens text scanning just got way more useful
Google Lens just keeps getting better and better. If you aren’t familiar with Lens, it is basically a glimpse into the future of machine learning and the power of neural networks. Lens uses your phone camera and image recognition technology to identify objects/text and then provide relevant … [Read more...] about Google Lens text scanning just got way more useful
Google Pixel 4a might be released in early June at Android Beta event
It looks like we might have to wait a little longer than we initially thought for the new mid-range smartphone from Google: the Pixel 4a. With the full cancellation of Google I/O 2020 - which was originally scheduled for May 12-14 - we were hopeful that the Pixel 4a would launch any day now. … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 4a might be released in early June at Android Beta event
Rick Osterloh teases Twitter with screenshot likely from Google Pixel 4a
It appears that Google’s Senior VP of Hardware, Rick Osterloh, is currently using the unreleased Pixel 4a. Yesterday on Twitter, Osterloh shared a screenshot and if you look closely, there are a couple of hints that this image was captured on Google's upcoming mid-range phone, the Pixel … [Read more...] about Rick Osterloh teases Twitter with screenshot likely from Google Pixel 4a
Instagram DMs for the web are official and here’s why it matters
In the last couple of months, you have probably heard a lot about digital messaging platforms trying their best to keep people connected. A couple of weeks ago, Instagram joined the fray and started rolling out direct messages on the web to all global users, something the company has been testing … [Read more...] about Instagram DMs for the web are official and here’s why it matters
Chromecast Ambient Mode takes a hit to help save internet bandwidth
We need our internet connections more than ever as people around the world are working from home and many students are distance learning. All of this usage is starting to put a strain on local internet resources, though. To help prioritize internet bandwidth for learning and working, Google … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ambient Mode takes a hit to help save internet bandwidth
The best Google Assistant tips and tricks to help you around the house
Over the last couple of weeks, many of us are staying at home much more than normal and are trying to juggle remote work, distance learning with kids, and virtual hangouts with friends/family. If you have a Google smart speaker, a smart display, or Chromecast, you can put the Google Assistant to … [Read more...] about The best Google Assistant tips and tricks to help you around the house
Google Pixel 4a retail packaging leak could mean launch is around the corner
The rumors and leaks of Google’s new mid-range smartphone - the Pixel 4a - are starting to mount up and a recent leak hints that it could be arriving any day now. A leaked image by TechDroider shows what could be the retail packaging of the Google Pixel 4a and it looks legitimate. The leak … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 4a retail packaging leak could mean launch is around the corner
Google Fit’s fresh new design makes it easier to track your steps
In a time when most of us are stuck at home and gyms are closed, it can be hard to stay active and healthy. Many companies are trying to lend a helping hand - like Peloton extending their free trial to 90 days - and now Google has entered the conversation with a fresh new design of the Google Fit … [Read more...] about Google Fit’s fresh new design makes it easier to track your steps
Google gets serious about podcasts with updated app layout and launch on iOS
It seems like Google is finally starting to take podcasts seriously. Last week, Google announced a redesign of the Google Podcasts app with a more intuitive layout and podcast recommendations. They also decided to finally launch the app on iOS. These significant changes now mean that Google might be … [Read more...] about Google gets serious about podcasts with updated app layout and launch on iOS
