XDA Developers has uncovered a 'Nudge' feature in their latest teardown of the Google Messages for Android app (version 9.5). Several code strings show that Google will ping users and remind them to reply to conversations they may have forgotten about days prior. Not only that, but any messages … [Read more...] about Google Messages will soon ‘nudge’ you to reply to conversations you forgot to follow up on
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‘Eche’ will let you ‘Push’ things from your Pixel phone to your Chromebook
Phone Hub is Google's initiative to help bring your Chromebook and phone closer together. It lets you check your notifications, and battery, and even ring your handheld device, see recently accessed apps and Chrome tabs, and more. We've been following 'Eche' for some time, and while it's always … [Read more...] about ‘Eche’ will let you ‘Push’ things from your Pixel phone to your Chromebook
Google One adds a new 5TB storage option for $25 per month
There are a slew of storage plans within Google One - all for different types of users. However, most of the higher-tier options are meant for Enterprise accounts - photographers, video editors, and so on. While the service does provide 100GB and 200GB plans for two and three bucks respectively, … [Read more...] about Google One adds a new 5TB storage option for $25 per month
Google Search officially introduces Dark Mode for the web
After about a year of testing, Google is finally rolling out dark mode for Search on the web to save your eyes from excruciating blinding white light later in the evenings. In January, it briefly appeared for some before disappearing again in an A/B test. Yesterday, I was presented with a 'Turn on' … [Read more...] about Google Search officially introduces Dark Mode for the web
Google Meet adding new effects panel so you can quickly blur your background and more
Google Meet is introducing a new side panel to give you quick access to effects like background blur, background images, and styles. This will be accessible to you during and before a call. If you choose to tweak these options prior to your meeting, you'll do so from the green room self-check. … [Read more...] about Google Meet adding new effects panel so you can quickly blur your background and more
Android 12 Beta 5 starts rolling out Material You redesigns for loads of Google apps
Android 12 Beta 5 just launched, and with this version of the mobile phone OS heading to the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro that's completely upending its launch playbook, it's easy to see why people are excited for the entirely new direction Google is going. A complete redesign of the user interface that adapts … [Read more...] about Android 12 Beta 5 starts rolling out Material You redesigns for loads of Google apps
Google Photos now lets you get individual prints delivered straight to your doorstep
Google Photos' print subscription service never really seemed to be popular with its users. I can't find a single person within my circles that uses it, and even after it was improved and relaunched as the Premium Print series, I don't see it making much of a splash on the web. However, this could … [Read more...] about Google Photos now lets you get individual prints delivered straight to your doorstep
Amazon Luna gains Chromebook support, Couch mode, inexpensive Family channel
While we don't really cover Amazon Luna too much on Chrome Unboxed, it's primarily because most of us here use other services like Stadia, GeForce Now, and Steam Link. I did try out Luna back when it first launched, and I wasn't too impressed. Perhaps it's time I give it another chance since it's … [Read more...] about Amazon Luna gains Chromebook support, Couch mode, inexpensive Family channel
Google Chat finally picks up Hangouts most basic feature – the ability to call one person at a time
When Google began migrating everyone over to Chat from the beloved and very underappreciated Hangouts Classic, it left out one core but important feature - the ability to call people! No, I'm not talking about in groups - you can already do that, and have been able to since its inception. I'm … [Read more...] about Google Chat finally picks up Hangouts most basic feature – the ability to call one person at a time
Google Chat Rooms become discoverable ‘Spaces’ with in-line topic threading, and more
After announcing that Google's Chat 'Rooms' would be transformed into something called 'Spaces' earlier this year, the company is finally beginning to make good on that trajectory. The first thing I do when I wake up is check Chat, and I noticed that my Spaces had already been renamed. Let's take a … [Read more...] about Google Chat Rooms become discoverable ‘Spaces’ with in-line topic threading, and more
Chrome OS 93 begins rollout – offers a better Android app experience, Tote previews, and more
Chromebooks will now begin receiving an update to Chrome OS 93. there is a focus on polish and streamlining the user experience. From downloads to scanning and even user interface tweaks, this update really goes the distance to making Chromebook owners feel more confident in their choice of device. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 93 begins rollout – offers a better Android app experience, Tote previews, and more
People are using the most ridiculous devices to play Stadia games, and it’s glorious
Google Stadia truly is the game console you can play anywhere. If anyone can prove something, it's the wonderful and sometimes ridiculously resourceful community over at Reddit, and they've been on a journey to play Google's gaming platform on some of the most ridiculous and unexpected pieces of … [Read more...] about People are using the most ridiculous devices to play Stadia games, and it’s glorious
