Have you ever heard of Dragon, Naturally Speaking? It is, or at least was, one of the most popular voice-to-text software on the market that allowed you to type and control your PC with just your words. Years ago, Google added something similar to Docs, and called it, well, "Voice typing". Like … [Read more...] about Google Docs becomes a better listener with more accurate voice typing tools in its latest update
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Google Pixel Tablet may get a notetaking feature for quickly jotting things down around the house
As someone who loves the Nest Hub despite its flaws and limitations, I'm pretty darn excited for the Pixel Tablet that's meant to replace it as the next multi-function Hub in smart homes. Being able to control my lights, television, speakers, and more from the comfort of my couch with a device that … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Tablet may get a notetaking feature for quickly jotting things down around the house
A bleak future: Netflix decides that charging users to show them ads is still worth doing
This past October when I wrote about how Netflix has asked users to trade their dignity to save a few bucks with its new 'Basic with Ads' plan, I got a few comments that shed light on the fact that such an offer wasn't all bad for all people. I get that now. If you're on a budget, you may find … [Read more...] about A bleak future: Netflix decides that charging users to show them ads is still worth doing
Acer reveals a new waterproof Assistant-enabled smart speaker at CES called the Halo Swing
Announced at CES this year as a follow-up to its predecessor - the Halo Smart Speaker - Acer has now announced the "Halo Swing". The Swing is a wireless, waterproof (IPX5 rated), Bluetooth (and Wi-Fi 6) speaker with a handle for, well, swinging or hanging! While the name does seem to come from the … [Read more...] about Acer reveals a new waterproof Assistant-enabled smart speaker at CES called the Halo Swing
Developers are sick of bots installing their apps and the Google Play Store has a solution
Something I never knew before, but should have suspected is that bots (automated programs) often download Android apps from the Google Play Store. You may be wondering why this would be a thing whatsoever, and well, manipulation of download and usage statistics allows listings to reach the top … [Read more...] about Developers are sick of bots installing their apps and the Google Play Store has a solution
Chrome’s “Instance switcher” lets you run two copies of the browser at once on your phone
Have you ever wanted to open multiple Chrome windows - not just tabs - on your Android device at once? Back in the day, people would download "app cloning" apps that would attempt to duplicate the install and keep them separate so that they could do this very thing. However, they've largely gone the … [Read more...] about Chrome’s “Instance switcher” lets you run two copies of the browser at once on your phone
Google Assistant just removed the end time for music sleep timers without telling anyone
Many people who use Google Assistant around the home (those who aren't completely and utterly frustrated and done with it by now) often play music on their Nest Hub, Nest Mini, or other Assistant-enabled devices to fall asleep faster. Putting on your favorite lo-fi or relaxing music as opposed to … [Read more...] about Google Assistant just removed the end time for music sleep timers without telling anyone
Google aims to settle its 12-year class action lawsuit for $23 million over user privacy concerns
After more than a decade lingering, Google has agreed to settle its 2013 federal lawsuit for $23 million, according to Bloomberg. What lawsuit, you may ask? Well, that's exactly how long it's been in motion - 12 whole years is enough for most casual readers to forget. To refresh your memory, … [Read more...] about Google aims to settle its 12-year class action lawsuit for $23 million over user privacy concerns
The January Pixel update screwed up Bluetooth connections to users vehicles for some reason
With the official release of the new Android Auto user interface, features, and improvements, you'd think there would be a few bugs to iron out, but oddly enough, for many users this week, the issue is not Auto's fault. For some odd reason, Pixel users are unable to connect to their vehicle's … [Read more...] about The January Pixel update screwed up Bluetooth connections to users vehicles for some reason
The new Android Auto update finally launched at CES 2023 and it’s rolling out now
The long-awaited "Coolwalk" update has been talked about a bunch over the past year, and we've even seen its new interface quite a bit (it's been out in beta). During The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this year, Google finally announced it in a blog post and detailed its many exciting additions. … [Read more...] about The new Android Auto update finally launched at CES 2023 and it’s rolling out now
Start the New Year right with 60% off of Fitbit Premium for a limited time
If you've never subscribed to Fitbit Premium and have an interest in being more physically active with a little help from Google this year, then I have just the thing for you. Discovered by Reddit user Crazyorloco, the service is offering a limited-time deal for 60% off of its paid … [Read more...] about Start the New Year right with 60% off of Fitbit Premium for a limited time
January Pixel update adds spatial audio, fixes Bluetooth connections, display waking, more
Just this morning, Google posted on the Pixel Phone Support page that your new January 2023 device update will now begin rolling out. In addition to improved fingerprint unlock performance for the Pixel 7 and 6a, numerous fixes are also coming to the units listed below, and most of the other patches … [Read more...] about January Pixel update adds spatial audio, fixes Bluetooth connections, display waking, more
