Cursive is an interesting surprise from Google - a handwriting and notes app developed directly by the tech giant that's meant to complement HP's new X2 11 Chromebook. It's launching first on this new device and then later this year as a progressive web application (PWA) on other Chromebooks. At … [Read more...] about ‘Cursive’ – a handwritten notes app is Google’s Chromebook-exclusive competitor to OneNote
Here are a few new things from Google Assistant to help with back-to-school season
Because students will be physically attending school for the first time in over a year, it can be difficult and stressful for both parents and their children. Learning new habits, making sure they safely arrive at school, and more - Assistant is here to help. Google is releasing new and exciting … [Read more...] about Here are a few new things from Google Assistant to help with back-to-school season
Google is making a number of major changes to its services to help protect minors online
Ever since the introduction of its Family Link service, Google has done a lot to cater to families and kids who use apps and services in its ecosystem. A Family Tab on the Nest Hub devices that's chock-full of games and learning experiences, filters on Youtube Kids, the ability to restrict app … [Read more...] about Google is making a number of major changes to its services to help protect minors online
Google Chat is already being review bombed on the Play Store by angry Hangouts users
Yesterday, Google practically forced free Hangouts users to sign out and swap over to its new golden child - Google Chat. With that, it seems that many users were extremely dissatisfied with the seemingly abrupt change. Sure, the company forewarned that these changes were incoming, but for many, the … [Read more...] about Google Chat is already being review bombed on the Play Store by angry Hangouts users
Google discontinues its Bluetooth Titan Security Key and introduces two NFC models
Back in 2018, Google introduced a new way for users to gain an extra layer of protection - Titan Security Keys. These hardware USB devices would allow you to protect your Google account and data against phishing attacks by requiring an additional step prior to giving you access to your information. … [Read more...] about Google discontinues its Bluetooth Titan Security Key and introduces two NFC models
Google Podcasts makes your subscriptions more accessible with a new grid view layout
I'm not a big podcast listener like I used to be before the pandemic. I hardly drive my car anymore, and my life has become less formed around long trips where I would need to fill dead air with something entertaining, but non-visual. With that said, I still love the collection of Google Podcast … [Read more...] about Google Podcasts makes your subscriptions more accessible with a new grid view layout
Google Hangouts begins signing free users out and switching them over to Chat
Hangouts is the one messaging platform from Google that has amassed enough popularity to warrant its existence when you compare it to things like the late Allo app, for example, but despite this, the company is still killing it off. It's been a long and slowly drawn out process, but finally, Google … [Read more...] about Google Hangouts begins signing free users out and switching them over to Chat
Diablo Immortal delayed, adding controller support which is great for Chromebooks, but…
After receiving a new trailer at ChinaJoy 2020, Diablo Immortal was thought to be right on track for its mobile debut. Being the first foray for Blizzard into the mobile space with its Diablo franchise, fans would normally have been excited aside from the fact that its fans aren't mobile gamers … [Read more...] about Diablo Immortal delayed, adding controller support which is great for Chromebooks, but…
Google Lens for Desktop takes a cue from Android by adding region search capabilities
Developing a step further, Google Lens for desktop Chrome is now adding the ability to search part of the page instead of just full images. For anyone familiar with Lens, it normally allows you to drag a frame over a webpage or image on Android and then uses AI and machine learning to search for … [Read more...] about Google Lens for Desktop takes a cue from Android by adding region search capabilities
Chrome will soon inform users when Progressive Web Apps update their icon or name
Progressive web apps are becoming the new standard for Chromebook owners - slowly, but surely. With more PWAs appearing on the Google Play Store seemingly by the week, Chrome OS users will eventually know exactly where to go in order to get new experiences for their device once they unbox it. Now … [Read more...] about Chrome will soon inform users when Progressive Web Apps update their icon or name
Leaked document shows Google fired dozens of employees for accessing and abusing user data
According to a report on Motherboard, a document leaked out of Google that shows the company fired dozens of employees over the past few years - 36 of them in 2020 alone - for illegally and unethically accessing user and employee data and sharing it outside of the workplace. Between 2018 and 2020, … [Read more...] about Leaked document shows Google fired dozens of employees for accessing and abusing user data
Chromebooks are receiving native Google Calendar integration directly on the shelf
A few months ago, I created a mock-up showing what a dedicated Calendar widget would look like baked directly into the Chromebook shelf. This would allow users to have quick access to see what date falls on what day of the week, and even potentially see any upcoming events on their agenda. I also … [Read more...] about Chromebooks are receiving native Google Calendar integration directly on the shelf
