The YouTube Music homepage has been a bland black color since the service launched, and to be honest, I thought this was because Google was attempting to find ways to implement Material You or perhaps a light mode (I’ve reached out to support about this). I kind of feel awkward saying this, but I do […]
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There are multiple different channels that apps find themselves making their way onto your Chrome OS device. At one time it was via the Chrome Web Store. In that store, you can find dedicated Chrome OS apps alongside Extensions that expand the usability of Chrome. Now that Android has come on the scene, this section of the site will expand incredibly.
Google now lets you track Flight prices across any dates, save hotels and rentals to Collections
Many people, myself included, are looking to use this summer to begin traveling again and Google has continued to provide updates to Maps, Search, Travel, and more to ensure it’s prepared to help. It’s actually rolling out a few new features for flights, hotel searches to help you make the most of its services as […]
Continue ReadingYou can now set end dates directly on recurring Google Tasks
Google Tasks, though somewhat limited, provide a layer of helpfulness to the suite of Google Apps both for personal and business use. I use them myself to keep up with recurring bill payments, which I prefer over using a standard calendar entry, just so I can get the satisfaction of checking it off once it’s […]
Continue ReadingWorkspace: Google Meet Companion Mode gets video feed capability
In 2021, Google launched “Companion mode” in Google Meet which allowed users to connect to meetings without sharing their full audio and video. This is very practical for situations where you want to avoid audio feedback due to having a second screen nearby joined to the same meeting, while still being able to access interactive […]
Continue ReadingFirst Look: ChromeOS selfie cam arrives in the screen recorder
Last week, I shared a few updates to the upcoming Projector App for ChromeOS. While mostly aesthetic, the biggest update was a name change that now has the productivity tool branded as “Screencast” in the app launcher. The only thing missing at this point is the addition of a heads-up selfie camera to the screen […]
Continue Reading“Witeboard” is a web app that lets you sketch out your ideas in a pinch during meetings
I absolutely love aggregating and showcasing new web applications that you can all benefit from in your daily life and on your Chromebooks. Today, I happened upon something called “witeboard” and despite the fact that the brand name is intentionally missing an “h”, it’s a simple yet effective tool for quickly communicating your thoughts during […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Docs redesigns file menus to improve findability
Soon, when you log in to Google Docs, you will find the menus have changed slightly, looking more modern with some improved visuals. Google has announced this update in a blog post stating that this change is geared toward making it easier to locate the most commonly-used features, opting for shortened menus and prominent icons. […]
Continue ReadingYouTube will now let you hide more sensitive ad categories to further protect your privacy
It’s either fortunate or unfortunate that advertising has to be a part of life, depending on whether you’re a business owner or a consumer, but when used appropriately, I’m of the personal opinion that it can lead to an improved quality of life, as well as better revenue for small businesses. That’s why it’s so […]
Continue ReadingChrome OS Projector App gets a new name and fresh tutorial videos
It has been more than a year since Android Police’s Kent Duke discovered a new presentation tool in the works for Chrome OS. After much evolution, the “Projector App” now appears to have received a new name and in Chrome OS Canary, is now simply called Screencast. While a rebrand this late in the game […]
Continue Reading[Update: Rolling out now] Fitbit gets approval to use new AFib detection algorithm
Updated 4/27/2022 10:10AM EST: 9to5Google has confirmed with Fitbit that the update that enables Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications started rolling out on April 25th to eligible Fitbit devices in the U.S. However, for now the feature is limited to the United States and may take a few weeks to appear for everyone. The eligible devices […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Play apps now show way more detailed information on how they will use your data
The Google Play Store has had information on how app developers will utilize your personal data to drive and improve the experience for quite some time now. With the introduction of this though, it was never very detailed. Luckily, that’s all changing now as this feature is being further developed into what’s called the “Data […]
Continue Reading[U] Google is already fixing that battery draining bug in its Messages app
Update, April 27th 6:05AM EST: One week after a severe battery draining bug in the Google Messages app caused phones to overheat, Google is issuing a fix via an update! Original Post, April 21th 3:26PM EST: “Google Messages bug keeps the camera running, causes severe battery drain and overheating” – A bug in the Google […]
Continue ReadingGoogle outlines updates to the Chrome Web Store
Back in November 2021, we broke the story here at Chrome Unboxed that the Web Store would soon see some changes. Being a developer of a few Chromebook exclusive extensions myself (CrosKeys and CrosPaper) I was really excited to hear there’s some movement to improve the platform. As Michael shared earlier this month, the Web […]
Continue ReadingGoogle is cracking down on spam and gibberish in your Search results this year
On the Google Search Central website, the company reported that something called “SpamBrain”, an AI-based spam prevention system that it’s been developing since 2018 has helped it identify and reduce hacked spam by 70% and gibberish spam on hosting platforms by 75% this year over 2020. To clarify, “hacked spam” consists of compromised websites that […]
Continue ReadingZoom PWA gets proper blurred and virtual backgrounds, Sharing audio from a Chrome tab
Zoom announced last year that it would be releasing a new Progressive Web App (PWA) specifically designed for ChromeOS in place of their soon-to-be deprecated app on the Chrome Web Store. In that announcement, Zoom promised that this PWA would bring new features like a customizable gallery view, self-select breakout rooms, live transcription & translation, […]
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