In the coming month of November, we should see 3 new #madebyGoogle devices start hitting shelves and shipping from your favorite online vendors. Google Home, Google Wifi and Chromecast Ultra should all see the light of day this month, but one of those really needs particular content to be truly … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ultra: 4K Content You Can Stream Right Now
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Android Apps Arrive on Dell Chromebook 13 In Beta Channel: Caveats Apply
Screenshot from a Dell Chromebook 13 running Android Apps. You read that right! Dell is next in line to see Android Apps arrive in the Beta Channel of Chrome OS. As the title implies, there are some caveats here and we are going to go through them quickly. Those things aside, The Dell … [Read more...] about Android Apps Arrive on Dell Chromebook 13 In Beta Channel: Caveats Apply
Google Hangouts Gets Updated To Version 14 With Some New Tricks
It seems like it was just yesterday that we were awaiting an update to version 13 of Google Hangouts with its host of new emoticons and stability improvements. And while Google is trying to really market Allo to its growing consumer base, Hangouts looks to be in continued development as it makes the … [Read more...] about Google Hangouts Gets Updated To Version 14 With Some New Tricks
Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
In a bit of a disappointing move, the Acer R13 shipped without Android Apps available. That, however, looks to be changing right now. … [Read more...] about Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
Chromecast Setup Changes: Today Google Cast Becomes Google Home
We reported on this upcoming change not too long ago, so this isn't really a surprise. However, I'm sure there are folks who didn't read that article and may be wondering why they are seeing an update to an app they didn't download. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Setup Changes: Today Google Cast Becomes Google Home
Chrome Remote Desktop Latest Update (53) Adds Remote Sound Support
Just recently, the very helpful Chrome Remote Desktop app has been updated to version 53 and brings about a great addition in the update. Audio is now automatically routed to the remote device with no setup needed. … [Read more...] about Chrome Remote Desktop Latest Update (53) Adds Remote Sound Support
Chromecast Ultra: What You’ll Need To Stream 4K
Thinking about picking up the latest take on Chromecast? If you want a future-proof streaming device that will begin taking advantage of the growing library of 4K content, the Chromecast Ultra is the way to go. But, for those who haven't really looked into 4K until now, here are some things to … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ultra: What You’ll Need To Stream 4K
Another Reason To Choose Chromecast v2 Over The New Chromecast Ultra
The Chromecast Ultra is looming with a release date due in the upcoming weeks. As awesome as new tech is and as great as it is to have the latest/greatest devices, sometimes the things we have right now are still a better fit. … [Read more...] about Another Reason To Choose Chromecast v2 Over The New Chromecast Ultra
Chromecast Now Works With Facebook Videos
In a move long overdue, Facebook videos on your phone or tablet will finally employ the Google Cast API. What this means for all you cat video and meme viewers is simple sharing is now just a button away. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Now Works With Facebook Videos
Google Hangouts Gets Some New Tricks
Around here we LOVE Google's Hangouts app. We use it for practically everything. Now I know there are a surplus of messaging apps out there and many of them are really, really good at what they do. I'm not here to argue about which is better or what this one has that that one doesn't. We really … [Read more...] about Google Hangouts Gets Some New Tricks
Acer Chromebook R 13 In Stock and Shipping: Know Your Options
The Acer Chromebook R 13 is becoming the poster child for the new wave of convertible Chromebooks with Android App support on board. Unveiled a little over a month ago at IFA, the device is getting close to seeing full-scale release. But before you hit that order button, there are some things you … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook R 13 In Stock and Shipping: Know Your Options
Sign Of Things to Come: Voice, Handwriting, and Emoji Quick Inputs Added to Shelf
As you can see from the pic above, voice input, handwriting input and emoji input have been added to the Chrome OS settings dock in the Dev Channel. While these options have been available in the on-screen keyboard for some time, the addition into the dock is a great sign. … [Read more...] about Sign Of Things to Come: Voice, Handwriting, and Emoji Quick Inputs Added to Shelf
