The landscape of enterprise IT management is constantly evolving, and with it, the need for smarter, more efficient tools. Google is addressing this head-on with the introduction of Chrome Admin Assistance, a significant leap forward in device management. This new Gemini-powered chatbot, integrated … [Read more...] about Gemini AI-powered Chrome Admin Assistance is here to make management easier
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New and improved Gemini Live is rolling out: how to know if you got it already
Quietly announced a couple weeks ago, Google has been working on delivering an update to Gemini Live that should enhance the conversational AI model with a few key upgrades. While Google hasn't published detailed release notes just yet, it appears the primary focus of this update is on speed and … [Read more...] about New and improved Gemini Live is rolling out: how to know if you got it already
“Hey Gemini” rolls off the tongue so much better, and might be a new hotword option
In a recent APK Insight dive into the Google app beta (version 16.7.21) by 9to5 Google, some intriguing strings have surfaced, hinting at a potential expansion of Google's voice activation capabilities. It appears Google might be preparing to introduce a new hotword, "Hey Gemini," to coexist … [Read more...] about “Hey Gemini” rolls off the tongue so much better, and might be a new hotword option
ChromeOS 133 has officially arrived and is rolling out now
There's no denying the fact that this has been one of the strangest roll-outs of a ChromeOS update we've ever seen. Usually, we have the latest version show up and any number of days later, the release notes actually follow. This time around, however, things were completely backwards. On February … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 133 has officially arrived and is rolling out now
My favorite Nest Hub Google Photos feature is coming to other devices
Without doubt, the most used (and my most appreciated) Nest Hub feature is the Google Photos picture frame functionality. With the quality of the display on the Nest Hub and simple ability to put photos in an album and apply them to an ongoing slideshow, this feature is by far my favorite part of … [Read more...] about My favorite Nest Hub Google Photos feature is coming to other devices
Google Tasks gets a standalone PWA
Google has quietly launched a standalone website/PWA for Google Tasks, bringing the full-screen interface previously confined to Google Calendar to its own dedicated domain. This move mirrors the existing Android experience, where Tasks exists both as a standalone app and integrated within the … [Read more...] about Google Tasks gets a standalone PWA
Google Lens upgrades with Screen Search on iOS and AI Overviews
Google Lens has become a pretty incredible tool for searching the world around us, and it only continues to get better and more useful. With over 20 billion visual searches happening every month, Google is rolling out some exciting updates to make Lens even more powerful and versatile. These … [Read more...] about Google Lens upgrades with Screen Search on iOS and AI Overviews
ChromeOS 133 features release before the update arrives
Well, there have been 132 versions of ChromeOS we've had over the years, and not once do I ever remember this happening. Chromium Dash has the update for ChromeOS 133 arriving tomorrow, February 18th, but chromeOS.dev has published updated release notes for the latest version of the operating … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 133 features release before the update arrives
Gemini extension for Google Home controls is here for everyone
It looks like the Google Home Gemini Extension has officially transitioned from preview to general availability. This stable roll-out, which has unfolded over the past few weeks, marks a significant step forward in how we can now use Gemini to interact with our smart home devices. Like all other … [Read more...] about Gemini extension for Google Home controls is here for everyone
I’m bummed this ChromeOS 132 feature never actually arrived
About a month ago, ChromeOS 132 arrived on the scene. When it did, I literally couldn't pinpoint a single change at first; but the release notes that followed helped out quite a bit. Thought the changes weren't all readily apparent from the get-go, there were actually quite a few new features on … [Read more...] about I’m bummed this ChromeOS 132 feature never actually arrived
The free version of Gemini keeps getting better as the paid version improves
Last year, Google introduced file upload and analysis as a paid feature for Gemini Advanced subscribers. Now, this powerful capability is beginning to roll out to free Gemini users as well, significantly expanding the utility of the free version of Gemini and bringing advanced document interaction … [Read more...] about The free version of Gemini keeps getting better as the paid version improves
Google’s Family Link is rolling out some new features for parents
Keeping kids safe online while fostering healthy habits is a constant balancing act for parents. As a parent of a 10 year old and 14 year old, I live this reality every single day. For us, Family Link has been a crucial tool that allows us to give our kids autonomy while still being able to rein in … [Read more...] about Google’s Family Link is rolling out some new features for parents
