We test a lot of Chromebooks around here, and I must say that it's rare for a specific processor to completely change our expectations of what a Chromebook is capable of; but the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra chip has done exactly that in the past year. It manages to deliver elite multitasking performance … [Read more...] about Save up to $200 on the two best Chromebooks on the market
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The best Chromebook deals today
I wrote a buying guide of sorts on wading through the rough waters of good and bad deals on new and old devices, and if you don't find what you are looking for on any given day, I'd recommend giving that a read so you can go and make your own decisions across multiple retailers. But for those … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook deals today
Google’s Gemini just got a massive upgrade with interactive 3D models and simulations
If you are a visual learner, asking an AI chatbot to explain a complex physics or chemistry concept usually ends in frustration. Sure, it can generate paragraphs of highly accurate text and maybe a static diagram, but it rarely gives you a true feel for how things actually work. Now, Google is … [Read more...] about Google’s Gemini just got a massive upgrade with interactive 3D models and simulations
Gmail brings native end-to-end encryption to Android and iOS
If you work in an industry that handles highly sensitive data such as healthcare, finance, or the public sector, you’re likely familiar with the hurdles of secure mobile communication. Often, reading or sending an encrypted email on your phone meant jumping through hoops, downloading third-party … [Read more...] about Gmail brings native end-to-end encryption to Android and iOS
Google Meet’s real-time speech translation is now rolling out to mobile devices
If you regularly communicate with global teams or international clients, Google Meet just became a much more powerful tool to have in your pocket. Following a successful rollout for the web version earlier this year, Google has officially announced that near-real-time speech translation is now … [Read more...] about Google Meet’s real-time speech translation is now rolling out to mobile devices
Google’s Gemini can now generate full-length songs for most users with Lyria 3 Pro
When I first played around with Lyria 3 in the Gemini app, I felt like it was an impressive bar trick, but not much more at the time. It was fun to generate 30-second clips, but it lacked the depth needed for actual creative projects. Google clearly had more in the tank, because they announced … [Read more...] about Google’s Gemini can now generate full-length songs for most users with Lyria 3 Pro
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 2-in-1 unboxing [VIDEO]
The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 has easily been my favorite Chromebook device since it launched. But for a few months now, I’ve been eyeing its more flexible sibling, the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 2-in-1. Since review units weren't making the rounds, we went out and grabbed one ourselves to see if it … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Plus 2-in-1 unboxing [VIDEO]
Deal Alert: the excellent Lenovo Chromebook Plus 2-in-1 drops to $429
After months of a deal drought on the new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 2-in-1, this solid device has returned to it's $429 discounted price. We actually have this device in-hand right now, and our full unboxing and first impressions video will be hitting the channel very soon. But even before that goes … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: the excellent Lenovo Chromebook Plus 2-in-1 drops to $429
How you can try the new Vertical Tabs in Chrome on your Chromebook right now
If you are a tab hoarder, you know the struggle: once you get past a dozen open tabs in Chrome, the top bar becomes an unreadable, squished mess of tiny icons. For years, users of other browsers have enjoyed the organizational bliss of vertical tabs, and we've been patiently waiting for Google to … [Read more...] about How you can try the new Vertical Tabs in Chrome on your Chromebook right now
Project Aluminium could finally kill off awful, clunky Chromebook names
Let me be brutally honest for a second: Chromebook names are absolutely terrible (for the most part). If someone asks you what the hottest $599 laptop on the market is right now, Apple fans can simply say MacBook Neo. Two words. Clean, iconic, and instantly recognizable. If someone asks me for … [Read more...] about Project Aluminium could finally kill off awful, clunky Chromebook names
The new Google Vids AI Avatar updates are pretty wild, with custom outfits and more
If you’ve ever used an AI avatar generator, you know the drill: you pick a generic-looking digital person from a list, type in your script, and watch as a stiff, static talking head reads your text from the center of the screen. It works, but it feels incredibly robotic. With their latest … [Read more...] about The new Google Vids AI Avatar updates are pretty wild, with custom outfits and more
Google is finally fixing the most annoying thing about Chrome’s Split View
When Chrome 145 introduced built-in split view functionality, it was a highly requested addition that made multitasking a breeze. But if you’ve used Chrome recently, you’ve likely experienced the downside: accidentally splitting your browser in half when you were just trying to open a new window or … [Read more...] about Google is finally fixing the most annoying thing about Chrome’s Split View
