We're only a month out from Google I/O 2022 at this point, and that means any hardware set to debut at the yearly developer conference is also right around the corner. We've seen plenty of leaks and insider info on what could show up at the event, and it feels pretty certain Google will use the … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 6a retail packaging emerges in a new leak
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Google I/O goes online again, conference set for May 11
Another year, another event that will remain virtual - for the most part. Google's annual developers' conference known as Google I/O will once again take place at the Shoreline Ampitheatre in Mountain View. Presumably, that means an online-only event in which the keynote will likely feature CEO … [Read more...] about Google I/O goes online again, conference set for May 11
Shopping with Google is becoming a lot more interactive, but the service remains unusable
Last week at Google I/O, the company announced that Shopify Integration would be coming for retailers who want to bring their products into Google Shopping. Now, they will have a whole new way of presenting their wares to consumers by curating how their brand appears across Search, Shopping, Images, … [Read more...] about Shopping with Google is becoming a lot more interactive, but the service remains unusable
7 Key things we learned from Google I/O for Chromebooks [VIDEO]
Like many things at this point in 2021, Google I/O this year has been a bit...different. With no in-person get togethers or sessions, Google took things completely online and opened the conference up to anyone and everyone who wanted to attend. Though totally virtual, a lot of what makes Google … [Read more...] about 7 Key things we learned from Google I/O for Chromebooks [VIDEO]
Google and Samsung team up to reimagine WearOS with Fitbit in tow
On this week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we finally had a chance to sit down and digest some of the awesome announcements that came out of Google's 2021 I/O developer conference. There weren't a lot of consumer-facing products unveiled but the list of new software and platform features is a long … [Read more...] about Google and Samsung team up to reimagine WearOS with Fitbit in tow
The Google Play Store will better surface apps and games built specifically for Chromebooks
This week was full of some incredibly interesting announcements for Chrome OS. While I was really hoping for a sneak peek at Material You for laptops, I was instead left standing with my hands out. However, Google Play apps, Linux, progressive web apps, and gaming all got the royal treatment, so I'm … [Read more...] about The Google Play Store will better surface apps and games built specifically for Chromebooks
Google wants Android apps and games to suck less on Chromebooks, and it’s about time they do
During Google's I/O conference, the company hosted a session called 'Input Matters for Chrome OS' where they gave some best practices for developers who want to help their users get the most out of their Android apps on Chromebooks. Over the years, I've complained a lot about the fact that most … [Read more...] about Google wants Android apps and games to suck less on Chromebooks, and it’s about time they do
‘What’s New in Chrome OS’ at Google I/O makes a great case for developing for Chromebooks
Starting out by highlighting the explosive growth of Chromebooks across the board, the What's new in Chrome OS keynote didn't do much to give us a bunch of info we didn't already know, but it did a great job of combining much of what we've been talking about here at Chrome Unboxed over the past few … [Read more...] about ‘What’s New in Chrome OS’ at Google I/O makes a great case for developing for Chromebooks
Google wants to help automatically fix your compromised passwords with Duplex
We've been covering Google's mesmerizing yet terrifying Duplex technology on the site since it was announced a few years back, and in recent times, we've seen it bleed into the Chrome browser, book haircuts via Maps, and Search, create audiobooks, and more. Now, the company is bringing its spooky … [Read more...] about Google wants to help automatically fix your compromised passwords with Duplex
Google’s new Material You design language is coming to Chromebooks, too
While the Google I/O Keynote was chock full of new services, AI progress, and and amazing tech like LaMDA that allows for conversations with Pluto, there were hidden nuggets in there for Chromebook users if you were paying attention for the full 2 hours. One of the biggest consumer-facing sections … [Read more...] about Google’s new Material You design language is coming to Chromebooks, too
Google Workspace introduces Smart Canvas features to radically transform collaboration
Now 15 years old, Google Docs and Sheets have seen a lot of transformation over time that has led them to be the number one choice for collaboration among schools, consumers, and many businesses. During Google I/O, the company announced Smart canvas - a reimagined approach to working with others in … [Read more...] about Google Workspace introduces Smart Canvas features to radically transform collaboration
Google I/O Keynote shows Chromebook Phone Hub getting a great new feature
The first Google I/O 2021 Keynote has wrapped up and there wasn't really a whole lot on offer from a hardware perspective. With a clear focus on AI and services, Google I/O wasn't too concerned with showing off minute, new features on Chrome OS or Android, but one upcoming feature did slip in as … [Read more...] about Google I/O Keynote shows Chromebook Phone Hub getting a great new feature
