Anyone utilizing Google Drive or its various sub-apps (Docs, Sheets, or Slides) over the past year will be plenty familiar with their new Material You designs on phones. However, despite the facelift that these apps received on the web and for desktops in the past, they still weren't as good-looking … [Read more...] about Google Drive, Docs, Sheets and Slides are all receiving a Material You redesign on the web
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PSA: You should uninstall apps on your phone in bulk using the Play Store, not Files by Google
Ever since 2018 when Google introduced a new 'Free up space' option in the Play Store and let users mass select apps to uninstall as opposed to manually pressing and holding each one in the app drawer to remove it from their device, we've been plagued with a troubling situation. For those of us … [Read more...] about PSA: You should uninstall apps on your phone in bulk using the Play Store, not Files by Google
Google TV cuts the clutter and works on simplifying its user interface
Before you get excited, no, Google TV did not cut down on the number of ads it shows users. Instead, it's cutting down on the number of tabs it's showing you at the top of its interface. In a Keyword blog post today, the company revealed that your living room TV will be easier on the eyes. In an … [Read more...] about Google TV cuts the clutter and works on simplifying its user interface
Podcasts are coming to YouTube Music soon, Google Podcasts not merging, but doomed
Well, we've finally received a real look into what Google is doing with its new podcast initiative on YouTube. Just a few days ago, we discussed how the company was testing a new experiment in YouTube Studio that lets content creators not only upload podcast audio but also mark existing video … [Read more...] about Podcasts are coming to YouTube Music soon, Google Podcasts not merging, but doomed
Gmail is refusing to sync Hotmail or Outlook messages due to an authentication bug
Gmail is one of the most popular email clients out there, but some Android users have recently reported a frustrating issue. The Gmail app on Android is refusing to synchronize Hotmail or Outlook emails due to an authentication bug. This means that users are unable to access their Hotmail or Outlook … [Read more...] about Gmail is refusing to sync Hotmail or Outlook messages due to an authentication bug
Android 13 keeps switching to light mode for some when Bedtime mode is disabled
Android 13 is pretty slick. In fact, Google has added many features up until now that for the most part make it feel seamless and comfortable to use. We're to the point where I find it hard to complain about much when it comes to using my Pixel 6 Pro on a daily basis, and that's exactly how … [Read more...] about Android 13 keeps switching to light mode for some when Bedtime mode is disabled
Chrome may soon let you double-click a tab to close it for added convenience
Since the dawn of internet browsers, tabs have taken the basic functionality of windows insomuch that you need to click a little "x" at the corner of them to close them. I mean, that's just the way it is, right? Well, not anymore. Ever since the invention of the iPhone and other devices, press and … [Read more...] about Chrome may soon let you double-click a tab to close it for added convenience
Chrome’s Energy and Memory Saver Modes are now rolling out to everyone
I've been excited about Chrome's recently announced Energy and Memory Saver modes, but until now, I've had to contend with hundreds of Chrome tabs eating up my RAM. Even in Chrome tab groups that I collapse, which is supposed to save memory by freezing collapsed tabs, I have plenty more issues than … [Read more...] about Chrome’s Energy and Memory Saver Modes are now rolling out to everyone
YouTube is testing an experiment to let podcast creators upload and manage their content
It's no secret that Google has been strategizing for quite some time now around how it can kill off Google Podcasts and transition creators over to YouTube for listening experiences. In fact, the company hired Kai Chuk last year to "clean up" the listening experience on the video platform. Since … [Read more...] about YouTube is testing an experiment to let podcast creators upload and manage their content
You can now create and edit Contacts from Google’s universal sidebar on the web
I've said it before and I'll say it again - For better and for worse, Google Contacts is not a complicated CMS. Its power is in its simplicity, but that also means that it's lacking many features professional businessmen and women have come to expect from tools like Hubspot and other similar … [Read more...] about You can now create and edit Contacts from Google’s universal sidebar on the web
Google Calendar is now automatically enabling spam protection on your behalf
Between bad actors maliciously attacking Google Classroom and Calendar invites, Google has had a less-than-ideal time trying to find ways to mitigate this loophole. Basically, anyone can plug your email address into an invite and send you a request to connect in these services, and by their very … [Read more...] about Google Calendar is now automatically enabling spam protection on your behalf
Google will say goodbye to Reminders and begin its Google Tasks migration next month
We've spoken at length over the past few months regarding Google's plans to kill off Assistant Reminders, Reminders in Calendar, and more. You're probably already aware that the company plans to replace these quick notifications to keep you on track with important things with Google Tasks. Truth be … [Read more...] about Google will say goodbye to Reminders and begin its Google Tasks migration next month
