I've always loved Google's family-centric updates. Any time I see that the company is focusing on the kiddos and how they interact with technology and subsequently, how parents can manage those interactions to protect them as they grow and learn to absorb the world around them, I'm stoked. Today on … [Read more...] about Google Assistant adds parental controls, an educational dictionary, new kid-friendly voices
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You could one day have a Bitmoji-style character avatar to represent your Google Account
In its latest round of acquisitions, Google has snatched up an interesting company. Formerly known as 'Facemoji', Alter is an AI-driven avatar provider. About two months ago, the tech giant apparently finished the purchase as several of Alter's top executives updated their LinkedIn profiles to … [Read more...] about You could one day have a Bitmoji-style character avatar to represent your Google Account
Indie game ‘Wavetale’ survives Stadia’s obliteration, coming soon to consoles and PC
When Google Stadia made the insanely rash decision to shutter its consumer-facing cloud gaming platform, a handful of games were threatened to be dragged into the pit with it. Titles like Outcasters, Gylt, PixelJunk Raiders, Hello Engineer, and Pac-Man Mega Tunnel Battle are scrambling to pick up … [Read more...] about Indie game ‘Wavetale’ survives Stadia’s obliteration, coming soon to consoles and PC
Play Google’s ‘The Great Ghoul Duel’ game for some spooky, but cute Halloween fun
Many people play one of Google's games and move on after futzing around for a few minutes. The only real-time their work in the gaming industry has taken shape or really tried to move the needle was the now defunct Stadia cloud streaming service. What no one really takes notice of is that the … [Read more...] about Play Google’s ‘The Great Ghoul Duel’ game for some spooky, but cute Halloween fun
ChromeOS may move ‘Suggested files’ from the launcher to the tote, making everyone happy
I remember when Google first created the new Productivity launcher. In fact, I predicted it almost a year ahead of time when I made my mock-up of what Material You would look like on Chromebooks! With increased performance due to much better animations, more intelligent pagination for apps, and … [Read more...] about ChromeOS may move ‘Suggested files’ from the launcher to the tote, making everyone happy
How to delete your Gmail account and all of your data, and why you may not want to
We cover all things Google and ChromeOS, but we also understand that not everyone believes in the vision Google has for the future of technology. I may be opinionated when it comes to certain things like cloud gaming and the direction the company is taking things with many of its services, but I do … [Read more...] about How to delete your Gmail account and all of your data, and why you may not want to
Xbox head Phil Spencer confirms a truth about cloud gaming that many don’t want to hear
It may seem odd that so many corporations are getting on board with the concept of cloud gaming before most users, but that's the world we live in. With the failure of Google Stadia and the questionable choices made by PlayStation as they lost their chance to become the king of the hill, it's up to … [Read more...] about Xbox head Phil Spencer confirms a truth about cloud gaming that many don’t want to hear
ChromeOS “Privacy Hub” icons on device shelf will let you toggle access to camera, mic, more
Earlier this year, ChromeOS began prepping what's known as the 'Privacy Hub' - a one-stop shop for all of your device's privacy and security options. In essence, it will likely be very similar to the privacy controls and indicators found on Android 12 and 13. When your camera or microphone is … [Read more...] about ChromeOS “Privacy Hub” icons on device shelf will let you toggle access to camera, mic, more
These 30 malicious Chrome extensions just showed their true colors, affecting millions
A new campaign of malicious Chrome extensions was just uncovered by a Guardio Labs research report called "Dormant Colors". It's a large campaign with 30 extensions and millions of active installations across the globe. You may or may not have installed one of these on your Chrome browser or … [Read more...] about These 30 malicious Chrome extensions just showed their true colors, affecting millions
Your Chrome History will become more visual with easily identifiable images for Journeys
Chrome's new "History Journeys" feature seeks to cluster together your browser history and help you pick up where you left off based on the search query or topic. It's the first modernization of the staple feature and quite honestly, I like it. Unfortunately, I don't think it's been very useful so … [Read more...] about Your Chrome History will become more visual with easily identifiable images for Journeys
Here’s a closer look at the Pixel Tablet’s apps and experiences including Assistant and Discover
Everyone is excited for Google's new Nest Hub because, well, it's more than just a Nest Hub. It's actually a two-in-one device featuring the same power and features of an Android tablet with the convenience and smart home focus of a docked smart display. Google first showed it off during the 2022 … [Read more...] about Here’s a closer look at the Pixel Tablet’s apps and experiences including Assistant and Discover
You will soon be able to join Google Meet calls from Zoom Rooms and vice versa
Well, this is neat. Google just announced on its Cloud Blog that Zoom and Google Meet calls would now be able to play nice with one another. In an effort to help Enterprise Workspace customers bridge the gap with their Zoom user co-workers and collaborators, both Google and Zoom are working together … [Read more...] about You will soon be able to join Google Meet calls from Zoom Rooms and vice versa
