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This Android bug exposes your Google Wallet credit card details in plain sight via NFC
A security loophole has been found in Android that potentially puts your credit card details at risk through NFC, and yes, it displays your card number in plain sight! Google says it's preparing a fix for the issue that was discovered over on GitHub by MrTiz. By using an NFC device called the … [Read more...] about This Android bug exposes your Google Wallet credit card details in plain sight via NFC
It’s about time: Sony officially adds PlayStation 4 and 5 game streaming to your 4K Chromecast
If you've ever wanted the freedom to play your PS5 or PS4 games in another room of the house without uprooting your console, Sony's got some good news for you on their PlayStation Blog this week. The PS Remote Play feature, which previously allowed streaming of your PlayStation games to devices like … [Read more...] about It’s about time: Sony officially adds PlayStation 4 and 5 game streaming to your 4K Chromecast
PSA: You can use your free three months Nvidia GeForce NOW Chromebook Perk to play Starfield
Bethesda's newest title, Starfield, or as some affectionately call it "Skyrim in space", just released and is sparking conversations left and right. While some are singing its praises, many are pointing out that this is no No Man's Sky. You can't take off from or land on planets without excessive … [Read more...] about PSA: You can use your free three months Nvidia GeForce NOW Chromebook Perk to play Starfield
Google Photos begins rolling out its new Locked Folder feature
The Google Photos "Locked Folder" has just begun rolling out to your account. It can be found right above the “Trash” icon in the Google Photos app and lets you store images securely behind a password and 2-Step Verification (2FA). These items won't appear in the main Photos feed, even though … [Read more...] about Google Photos begins rolling out its new Locked Folder feature
Google Workspace Business Plus gets a temporary 30% price cut, ad shows in Gmail
Google has subtly and temporary announced a 30% discount on its Workspace Business Plus subscription. This wasn't done through a press release or a grand announcement so far as I could tell. Instead, some Gmail users, myself included, were greeted with a banner advertisement at the top of their … [Read more...] about Google Workspace Business Plus gets a temporary 30% price cut, ad shows in Gmail
Don’t panic, here’s what that Google One cancellation notice actually means for Fi subscribers
Some Google Fi Wireless Unlimited Plus subscribers were surprised recently when they started receiving cancellation messages about the Google One storage subscription perk that came with their plan. But, before freaking out, it's worth noting that this isn't all that concerning after all and I'll … [Read more...] about Don’t panic, here’s what that Google One cancellation notice actually means for Fi subscribers
There are two ways to set a timer on your Chromebook, and the second is not at all obvious
Have you ever wanted to set a timer without having to deal with Google Assistant and its ridiculously annoying mishaps? Don't have Assistant nearby? I mean, depending on who you are, that's common. Did you know that, despite Google's lack of advertising it, there are actually two methods for setting … [Read more...] about There are two ways to set a timer on your Chromebook, and the second is not at all obvious
Google Tasks starts asking users if they want to clean up uncompleted tasks older than 30 days
In a world overwhelmed by notifications, reminders, and to-dos, Google seems to be leaning into the spring cleaning spirit. If you're familiar with the new Google Assistant's tasks web app, a new message is now popping up at the top of that page – a friendly nudge prompting you to consider cleaning … [Read more...] about Google Tasks starts asking users if they want to clean up uncompleted tasks older than 30 days
Gmail’s Android app to introduce that “Select All” button you’ve wanted for years
If you've ever used Gmail's web version, you know how handy the "Select all" button is, right? It's that magical button that lets you select every single email with just one click, making your life a tad bit easier when you want to archive, mark emails as read, or do any other bulk actions. In fact, … [Read more...] about Gmail’s Android app to introduce that “Select All” button you’ve wanted for years
PSA: Ensure your saved Collection items align with Google’s content policies
Remember when we talked about Google Collections getting a fresh coat of paint and rebranding to "Google Save" or "Saved on Google"? Well, I've got a follow-up tale that's both intriguing and a little cautionary. A reader recently shared a curious incident in the comments of that article. Instead … [Read more...] about PSA: Ensure your saved Collection items align with Google’s content policies
How to change the position of your Chromebook’s shelf, and why you may or may not want to
Chromebooks are known for their simplicity and now for their user-friendly Material You interface. But let's talk about one aspect of customization that often flies under the radar: shelf positioning. Most of us are content with the default bottom placement, akin to the familiar Windows taskbar. But … [Read more...] about How to change the position of your Chromebook’s shelf, and why you may or may not want to
