It’s no secret that Google has had plans to refresh its Nest Doorbell offerings, and with the upcoming Google hardware event, we’re expecting to see a second-generation wired Nest Doorbell device added to the lineup. Luckily, thanks to the Google Home app’s 2.58 update, and 9to5Google’s excellent APK Insights work via the JEB Decompiler, images […]
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Google’s upcoming device just leaked as the ‘Nest Wifi Pro’, looks to be a self-contained unit
Last month, we reported on an upcoming iteration to Google’s popular Nest Wifi hardware and stated that it would ship with one feature that missed the boat with the launch of the previous version of the device. That feature was Wi-Fi 6E, an improved Wi-Fi standard with increased range, strength, and more simultaneous device connectivity. […]
Continue ReadingGoogle’s upcoming Nest Wi-Fi has the Wi-Fi 6E that the last one missed out on
While there’s currently no hardware event scheduled for Google to reveal new devices, something with the model number “G6ZUC” has shown up at the FCC today. According to 9to5Google who confirmed that the number correlates with what they’ve been tracking as the successor to the current Nest Wi-Fi router, this model will boast 6E connectivity, […]
Continue ReadingGoogle to begin testing of AR glasses in the real world
Of all the product announcements at Google I/O this year, the one that hit closest to home was the preview of a prototype pair of augmented reality glasses that put live real-time translation and transcription directly into the wearer’s line of sight. This announcement was accompanied by a video of a mother and daughter who […]
Continue ReadingA new Chromecast Audio could be in the works, even amidst Google’s legal battles with Sonos
The Chromecast Audio, while not as popular as the standard Chromecast, was still quite popular with niche users, and especially with audiophiles. I remember back when I worked at Best Buy as a Google Expert, there were many people who came in and bought several of them at a time just to have them for […]
Continue ReadingGoogle reveals the new Pixel Buds Pro at Google I/O 2022 complete with Active Noise Cancellation
Google’s first attempt at a pair of earbuds was just atrocious, in my opinion. A wire connected the two buds, and constantly got tangled, leaving most people with an unsatisfactory experience. This was only topped by their second generation Pixel Buds that I tried my best to fall in love with, but couldn’t. They constantly […]
Continue ReadingGoogle may be working on a new 2022 Nest Hub that could double as a detachable tablet
According to 9to5Google and a source they trust, Google is working on a new Nest Hub for 2022, but not just any Nest Hub – a detachable one. Wait, what? Yup, one that apparently has a screen that detaches from the base so that it can be carried around the house and used from the […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Meet hardware devices to get background noise reduction
Google announced yesterday on their Google Workspace updates blog that their software-based noise cancellation capabilities will be making their way to more Meet hardware devices. Last year, these capabilities were made widely available to many Google Workspace customers to use on their desktops or laptops and it helped in situations where background noise is an […]
Continue ReadingHere’s where you can buy the world’s first MediaTek Kompanio 828 Chromebook
We recently unboxed a new Chromebook from Acer – the Chromebook 514, specifically – that comes equipped with the latest, mid-range SoC from MediaTek inside. The Kompanio 828 has a lot to love in an affordable package: great battery life, solid performance, and no need for active cooling solutions. While not the high-end performance we […]
Continue ReadingGoogle has been buying up audio talent and patents, likely has big plans for next Pixel Buds
If a recent report by Protocol is to be believed, Google is likely gearing up for some big plans with the release of its next Pixel Buds. It’s said that the tech giant has acquired four or more audio-focused startups and teams in the past 15 months, but things are hush across the board, and […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Stadia “works” on the Steam Deck, but there’s a problem and it’s kind of a big deal
The moment the Steam Deck hit the market, you knew someone would attempt to load up some cloud gaming services in an effort to get more out of the hardware. Valve’s new handheld is incredible, and early reviews are extremely positive, but it’s not perfect. With that being said, early controller drift was already patched […]
Continue ReadingPatent reveals a wacky Chromebook with a rotating keyboard ideal for artists
A wild, new Chromebook concept has been submitted to the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) by Google, and it shows off something we’ve never quite seen before. You know how some Chromebooks feature a 4-in-1 design where the keyboard flips backward so that you’re only left with the screen? Well, the latest thing […]
Continue ReadingGoogle scrapped a smart light specifically designed to improve video call lighting
In November of last year, we discovered that Google had created an AI and ML feature that automatically fixes your Google Meet video call lighting in real-time and that it had been working on several improvements to auto-exposure during meetings. Now, it looks like before those awesome tools went live, the company envisioned, designed, and […]
Continue Reading[UPDATE: Now $30] Blurams Dome Lite 2: Budget-friendly PTZ Works with Google smart camera
UPDATE: Shortly after publishing my thoughts, the Blurams Dome Lite 2 went on sale on Amazon. You can now pick up this versatile smart camera for only $29.98 if you are an Amazon Prime Member. Blurams Dome Lite 2 on Chrome Shop Just in case there was any doubt in your mind about the validity […]
Continue ReadingNew Chromecast with Google TV will be budget-friendly and only stream in HD
So, do you remember that awesome, new Chromecast with Google TV that we reported on the other day? You know, the one that got you all excited for that we all hoped would end up being a higher-end device with more storage, and such? Well, I hate to be the one to crush your dreams, […]
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