Google has released the second-generation Pixel Stand for use with the new Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, and it has a more aesthetic design with an improved resting angle, faster charging capabilities, and more. However, it comes in at a whopping $79 USD, and if you're anything like me, you're not really … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Get the first generation Pixel Stand for only $29 for a limited time
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How to send and receive text messages on your Chromebook with Google Messages
Apple has long since provided a way for its users to send and receive text messages across their laptops and phones, but without something like Pushbullet, Android users have been stuck communicating with their friends and family only through their handsets. Google doesn't have any sort of … [Read more...] about How to send and receive text messages on your Chromebook with Google Messages
Unthreaded Google Chat Spaces will now let you know when someone deletes a message
One of the most frustrating things for me about the new Google Chat and its Spaces is that several core functionalities are missing that were present in Hangouts. I mean, if you use it at all, you're probably already painfully aware of the fact that you can't edit messages, you only recently became … [Read more...] about Unthreaded Google Chat Spaces will now let you know when someone deletes a message
Chrome OS to further extend battery life capabilities with “Adaptive Charging” feature
Leaving your laptop plugged in can cause its battery to degrade over time, and while your device will remain charged for the duration it's tethered, it will fare worse off while on the go down the line. Chromebooks are well known for their incredible battery life. Sure, you could make the case … [Read more...] about Chrome OS to further extend battery life capabilities with “Adaptive Charging” feature
Google Docs users can now insert text or image watermarks to protect their work
What's one of the features that Google Docs is missing in your opinion? What's that, you say the ability to add a watermark to your document? I thought that was already available! Wasn't that something that most services have had since the early 2000s? Nope. Google Docs is actually adding it in … [Read more...] about Google Docs users can now insert text or image watermarks to protect their work
Google introduces FLoC replacement called Topics, will serve ads based on local device data
Just last year, Google introduced something called "FLoC", or the "Federated Learning of Cohorts" in which it would group people based on different criteria for ad targeting. This was set into "incubation" where it would be tested to see if it would be a viable replacement for the long-standing … [Read more...] about Google introduces FLoC replacement called Topics, will serve ads based on local device data
Life Is Strange and six more games will be free to Stadia Pro subscribers for February
Stadia Pro continues to be a great deal for anyone who subscribes, and February 2022 will be no different. In fact, it may be one of the best months yet, since gamers are getting a total of seven freaking games for their ten bucks this month! Most notable among them are Life is Strange and Life … [Read more...] about Life Is Strange and six more games will be free to Stadia Pro subscribers for February
How to turn off Google Assistant on your Chromebook and why you may want to
Google Assistant is great...most of the time. It's fantastic for over a million actions - many of those which can transform the way we obtain and utilize information. There's no denying that its presence in our lives has completely transformed the way we live, work, and interact with the world … [Read more...] about How to turn off Google Assistant on your Chromebook and why you may want to
It’s okay to tell Google Assistant to self-destruct every once in a while
I've had my ups and downs with Google Assistant in the past, and have even written about how many of you have shared those frustrations. Unfortunately, a handful of users resort to cursing at their smart home speakers and displays in hopes of relieving the pressure of it being wrong in its responses … [Read more...] about It’s okay to tell Google Assistant to self-destruct every once in a while
New Chromecast with Google TV will be budget-friendly and only stream in HD
So, do you remember that awesome, new Chromecast with Google TV that we reported on the other day? You know, the one that got you all excited for that we all hoped would end up being a higher-end device with more storage, and such? Well, I hate to be the one to crush your dreams, but don't blame the … [Read more...] about New Chromecast with Google TV will be budget-friendly and only stream in HD
The Quick Tap gesture on the Pixel 6 Pro feels like a sloppy and useless gimmick
I recently picked up my Pixel 6 Pro directly from the Google Store, and man am I excited! I opted for the larger storage capacity, and I have only filled it up halfway so far with awesome games and apps. I was so ecstatic to expand my storage to 256GB from the Pixel 4's 64GB (which had a large chunk … [Read more...] about The Quick Tap gesture on the Pixel 6 Pro feels like a sloppy and useless gimmick
You can now share standard Youtube videos with Youtube Kids accounts at your discretion
I was watching Youtube this morning (yes, you should absolutely subscribe to Viva La Dirt League, they're hilarious) and I happened upon a new option on the share sheet on my Google Pixel 6 Pro running Android 12. You'll notice in the images below that a new "With kids" option now appears to the … [Read more...] about You can now share standard Youtube videos with Youtube Kids accounts at your discretion
