Since the spring, we've all become far more accustom to video calls and meetings than we ever dreamed we would. With Zoom's meteoric rise to the top of the video chat heap, there were parts of its interface that not only became sought after - they became expected. After all, if the majority of … [Read more...] about How to get your face in the Google Meet tile grid like Zoom without an extension
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How to avoid this $200/month scam on Google Play that Google won’t help you out with
OK. I'm going to make this one quick. Most of the blame is on me, honestly, so I'll own that. But the fact that apps are allowed to exist in the Google Play Store that barely do anything at all, are geared towards children, and have free trials that end after a few days and then charge you … [Read more...] about How to avoid this $200/month scam on Google Play that Google won’t help you out with
How to sideload apps on your new Chromecast without any cables or adapters [VIDEO]
The new Chromecast with Google TV has been very well received by users across the board. With glowing reviews by us and other media outlets, this $49 streaming dongle could easily be considered Google's biggest hardware triumph of 2020. Most of that praise is simply due to the new Chromecast … [Read more...] about How to sideload apps on your new Chromecast without any cables or adapters [VIDEO]
How to control your Chromecast with Google TV if you’ve lost your remote
One of the biggest gripes surrounding the Chromecast over the years has clearly been the lack of a remote. While Amazon, Roku and Apple were all pushing smart, connected streaming solutions that had an interface and remote, Google was finding a different success in the simplicity of the Chromecast … [Read more...] about How to control your Chromecast with Google TV if you’ve lost your remote
Google Photos free backup is ending, so here’s how to use Takeout to locally back things up
We've already talked through the details of Google's upcoming transition to stop allowing free, high-quality photo backups to occur via Google Photos. We all have different feelings about this move, but I've long conceded that Google can't keep it free forever. As long as they are giving us plenty … [Read more...] about Google Photos free backup is ending, so here’s how to use Takeout to locally back things up
Google’s .new domains make for some great quick access Chromebook functions
Last year, Google opened up registration to its '.new' top-level domains to third-parties so that companies could take advantage of a new way of getting people to use their services faster. They also created a bunch of their own, allowing you to quickly jump into several Google services just by … [Read more...] about Google’s .new domains make for some great quick access Chromebook functions
Google provides health and safety tips and resources for your holiday travel plans
Forty percent of Americans still plan to travel during the holidays this year, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Today on the Keyword, Google has provided reminders of all of the helpful ways they provide information through their services to inform you of travel safety as you make plans to … [Read more...] about Google provides health and safety tips and resources for your holiday travel plans
Here’s how you can restore the old Google icons for Chrome and why you may want to
There are times when big companies make a big decision that affects a big group of people and it all ends up being a big mistake that needs to be fixed. Perhaps Google's latest Workspace re-brand and the new icons that came along with it don't exactly fit into that category, but it is increasingly … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can restore the old Google icons for Chrome and why you may want to
Here’s how you can set your food preferences to get customized recipes from Google Assistant
Last year, Google added food and drink options to Assistant, which allowed users to choose whether or not they would like to receive recipes on smart displays that were categorized as gluten-free, vegan, or vegetarian. Not long ago, they also added the ability to specify cuisine types and … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can set your food preferences to get customized recipes from Google Assistant
Enjoy thousands of free audiobooks on your Assistant speaker, no strings attached
I love to read. I don't do it nearly as often as I used to but the fact remains that there is something transcendental when you really become engrossed in a great piece of literature. A few years back, before Chrome Unboxed was a thing, I was making a living in sales and network marketing. I spent a … [Read more...] about Enjoy thousands of free audiobooks on your Assistant speaker, no strings attached
How to get productive with Full HD extended displays on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Since the Lenovo Chromebook Duet arrived on the scene back in January 2020 at CES, most users have been a bit enamored by the diminutive tablet with the bright, beautiful display and very low starting price. After all, getting a great tablet, kickstand cover and keyboard/trackpad combo in the box … [Read more...] about How to get productive with Full HD extended displays on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet
The essential web app starter pack for new Chromebook owners
This morning, we told you all about web applications and how to turn any website in the world into an icon. They hold near limitless potential and that may very well be the future of computing. Getting started with your new Chromebook or finding new experiences for your existing one can be tricky. … [Read more...] about The essential web app starter pack for new Chromebook owners
