If you are a regular user of ChromeOS, you know the excitement that can come from learning a new shortcut or productivity hack on your Chromebook. From virtual desks to trackpad gestures and keyboard shortcuts, there is no shortage of ways to improve your productivity when using a Chromebook. … [Read more...] about Chromebook SEARCH+V multi-paste can really save you a lot of time
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How to download songs from YouTube Music to your Pixel Watch
One of the benefits new Pixel Watch owners get is a free three-month trial for YouTube Music Premium. As a YouTube Music subscriber, whether you have a Wifi/Bluetooth or an LTE model, you can pre-download music to your watch so you can play it offline at any time, such as when running errands or … [Read more...] about How to download songs from YouTube Music to your Pixel Watch
How to play Xbox games on your Chromebook using the new Cloud Gaming Beta web app
Last year, Microsoft announced that its Xbox Cloud Gaming Beta would be set free from the bounds of consoles and its Windows PC application. Shortly thereafter, it became a web app, or PWA, and thanks to this change, anyone can play Xbox games on their Chromebooks or anywhere there is a browser. … [Read more...] about How to play Xbox games on your Chromebook using the new Cloud Gaming Beta web app
How to track prices with Google Shopping to score the best Black Friday deals
It's November and you know what that means!!! Your inbox is about to be inundated with Black Friday ads from every retailer you've ever visited. (And probably some that you haven't) Best Buy's Early Black Friday Deals started last week and other retailers like Kohl's and Walmart will kick off … [Read more...] about How to track prices with Google Shopping to score the best Black Friday deals
How to delete your Gmail account and all of your data, and why you may not want to
We cover all things Google and ChromeOS, but we also understand that not everyone believes in the vision Google has for the future of technology. I may be opinionated when it comes to certain things like cloud gaming and the direction the company is taking things with many of its services, but I do … [Read more...] about How to delete your Gmail account and all of your data, and why you may not want to
How to install app updates on your Pixel Watch
The Pixel Watch has its own set of apps that have been installed via the Play Store. These apps get security and feature updates just like the apps on our smartphones do. However, these apps do not update automatically when we update their phone counterparts and therefore need some input on our part … [Read more...] about How to install app updates on your Pixel Watch
How to extract text from images with your Chromebook and Google Lens
One of the coolest technologies released over the past few years has been the ability to scrape text off of images with Google Lens. It's been around for a bit, and though its become pretty commonplace to be able to pull off a trick like this on your phone, its only recently become a feature baked … [Read more...] about How to extract text from images with your Chromebook and Google Lens
How to manage and maintain your Google Passwords like a pro
Despite the fact that most people (yes, even you and I) completely disregard the health and wellness of our digital footprint, it doesn't mean it's not important. In fact, maintaining your passwords and data is more vital than ever as we become a more tech-reliant society. Today, I'm going to show … [Read more...] about How to manage and maintain your Google Passwords like a pro
Top 5 settings you can tweak to save battery on your Pixel Watch
A couple of weeks into its official launch, the Pixel Watch as a first-generation product wasn't without its shortcomings. One of these is the one-day battery that many are struggling to live with. Although on paper, Google estimates the Pixel Watch's battery to last up to 24 hours, many are finding … [Read more...] about Top 5 settings you can tweak to save battery on your Pixel Watch
How to set up your Pixel 7 to keep track of your coughing and snoring while you sleep
The Made by Google event that took place last week wasn't just for announcing cool new devices. In between the exciting hardware announcements, there were quite a few software nuggets mentioned too, one of which was the ability for the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro to use its AI smarts to detect when you are … [Read more...] about How to set up your Pixel 7 to keep track of your coughing and snoring while you sleep
How to “powerwash” your original Google Wifi when a factory reset doesn’t work
Yesterday, I woke up to the apocalypse. I'm being dramatic, of course, but when your Wi-Fi goes out and your entire smart home is knocked off the grid, it certainly feels like this generation's version of losing electricity (first-world problems). After noticing that my Nest Detect, smart lights, … [Read more...] about How to “powerwash” your original Google Wifi when a factory reset doesn’t work
How to opt-in for emergency weather alerts on Android
Presently, as powerful Hurricane Ian continues its track toward Florida, many residents are scrambling to find the most up-to-date information in order to stay safe. The simplest way of staying in the know is by registering to get local weather alerts by using Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), which … [Read more...] about How to opt-in for emergency weather alerts on Android
