Operating systems other than Chrome OS have let you randomize or hide your MAC address (the device's unique hardware identifier) for decades, but now that Google is putting some polish on its own operating system, it looks like the same feature may be inbound for it as well. Discovered by Kevin … [Read more...] about Chrome OS could soon randomize your MAC address while connecting to Wi-Fi networks
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How to speed up your Chromebook if it’s running slowly
Chromebooks have come to be known for their lightweight operating system, but over the years as new features like Linux, Google Play apps, and more have been added, we'd be lying if we said it booted up as fast as it used to or remained just as speedy. This, of course, depends on how you use your … [Read more...] about How to speed up your Chromebook if it’s running slowly
Opinion: Google Family Groups should include Contact sharing
Now that my son is old enough to use his own Google account for a few things like Google Play Books, kids Movies, and even Play Games, I spent some time going through all of my purchases across each service and cleaning them out so that my own account's suggestions no longer included Baby Shark and … [Read more...] about Opinion: Google Family Groups should include Contact sharing
5 more improvements Google Collections can make to become more usable
When 2021 began, I wrote a ton about Google's super-secret Collections feature and how it could one day replace Bookmarks in Chrome. In fact, content curation has intentionally remained a utilitarian tool in Chrome and across pretty much all browsers for years because people don't like it when you … [Read more...] about 5 more improvements Google Collections can make to become more usable
How to install VLC Media Player on your Chromebook and why you’d want to
VLC Media Player is not only free, but it's also open-source and fantastic for a variety of video formats that aren't traditionally supported on Chrome OS. For anyone who wants to watch a video directly from their thumb drive, hard drive, or SD card without needing to rely on Netflix, Google TV, or … [Read more...] about How to install VLC Media Player on your Chromebook and why you’d want to
The Nest Hub Max could be the next device to run Google’s mysterious Fuchsia OS
Nearly half a year ago, Google's mysterious Fuchsia OS began rolling out to first-generation Nest Hub devices as the primary operating system, replacing Cast OS. At the time, it really didn't mean much when it appeared on firmware version 1.52.260996, and to this day, it still doesn't - at least, … [Read more...] about The Nest Hub Max could be the next device to run Google’s mysterious Fuchsia OS
Here are 5 of the best Chrome extensions for enhancing your YouTube experience
Over the course of 2021, I've come to realize how addicted I am to Youtube. This may be a controversial statement, but I'll stick to it - Youtube is Google's most successful and best social network, and with how quickly video is becoming the standard media type for consumption, it's clearly on track … [Read more...] about Here are 5 of the best Chrome extensions for enhancing your YouTube experience
Google bags exclusive interview with Santa, and the Search team bakes in some holiday treats
It's that time of the year again, and Google's Santa Tracker is getting loads of traffic as kids around the globe check in to see what's new at the North Pole and track Santa before his big night. This year, the Google Search team has added a few easter eggs into your results when you search for … [Read more...] about Google bags exclusive interview with Santa, and the Search team bakes in some holiday treats
Chrome is consolidating all of your downloads into a new toolbar button
Google is working to create a more "out-in-the-open" experience for downloads in the Canary build right now with a brand new downloads button on the toolbar. For those who were unaware, the browser currently displays downloads and their progress only at the bottom of the window, but with this … [Read more...] about Chrome is consolidating all of your downloads into a new toolbar button
Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer has been discontinued
This past week was an emotional time for some users as the original Google Toolbar for Microsoft's Internet Explorer was discontinued. Oddly enough, December 11th was the toolbar's 21st birthday, and even though it was no longer being updated to our knowledge, Google left it running all these years. … [Read more...] about Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer has been discontinued
Square Enix hosts a massive end of the year sale on the Google Play Store
I never miss an opportunity to cover when my favorite publishers and developers host discounts on their games on the Google Play Store. Today, I found that Square Enix, creator of the popular Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy series' among others, is hosting an end of the year sale just in time for … [Read more...] about Square Enix hosts a massive end of the year sale on the Google Play Store
New Youtube Experiment lets you jump to the most-watched moments of a video
A new Youtube experiment that's available only until January 7th for Premium subscribers lets you use the progress bar of many videos to seek out the most-watched moments based on user activity across the platform. You can enable it by visiting youtube.com/new, and toggling it on will automatically … [Read more...] about New Youtube Experiment lets you jump to the most-watched moments of a video
