Version history in Google Sheets is one of those absolutely critical, sometimes-life-saving features. It's a powerful tool for recovering lost data, understanding how a spreadsheet has evolved, and seeing who made specific edits. But if you've ever tried to hunt for a single cell change in a … [Read more...] about Finding changes in Google Sheets’ version history is about to get so much easier
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Audio Uploads, one of the top-requested Gemini features, is now here
For all its impressive multimodal capabilities - understanding text, images, and even video - the Gemini app has been missing one key: the ability to take an audio file and discern it. While you've always been able to talk with Gemini, you couldn't give it an audio file to analyze and understand. … [Read more...] about Audio Uploads, one of the top-requested Gemini features, is now here
You can try Chrome’s awesome new Split Tabs feature right now in ChromeOS 139
A few months back, we told you about a fantastic new productivity feature in development for Chrome that would allow users to view two separate web pages within a single browser tab. At the time, it was just an early experiment. Today, however, I have some good news for any of you out there … [Read more...] about You can try Chrome’s awesome new Split Tabs feature right now in ChromeOS 139
Google Photos gets the power of Veo 3 injected into its ‘Photo to video’ tool
A few months ago, Google announced a suite of new creative, AI-powered tools that were on their way to Google Photos. And now, those features are getting a proper home, as Google has announced that the new Create tab is now officially rolling out in the U.S. And as part of this launch, one of its … [Read more...] about Google Photos gets the power of Veo 3 injected into its ‘Photo to video’ tool
Google Drive’s document scanner is getting a much-needed UI refresh
Google Drive's built-in document scanner for mobile devices is one of those quietly brilliant features that can be an absolute lifesaver. It’s a powerful tool for digitizing receipts, notes, and documents on the go. Now, Google is making that great feature even better with a significant update to … [Read more...] about Google Drive’s document scanner is getting a much-needed UI refresh
Google Drive just got a big AI upgrade with Gemini sidebar image analysis
The Gemini integration in Google Drive has been getting steadily more powerful, with the ability to summarize documents, chat with PDFs, and even understand the content of your videos. But until now, there's been a big piece of the puzzle missing: your images. Today, that changes. In a new post … [Read more...] about Google Drive just got a big AI upgrade with Gemini sidebar image analysis
Google Docs can now read your documents aloud to you with natural-sounding AI voices
For those who prefer to listen to content, or for anyone who wants a new way to proofread their own writing, Google is rolling out a fantastic new feature. You can now create and listen to audio versions of your documents using Gemini directly in Google Docs. This new feature uses clear, … [Read more...] about Google Docs can now read your documents aloud to you with natural-sounding AI voices
Gemini is getting a better memory and a new ‘Temporary Chat’ mode for privacy
Since its launch, Google has been clear about its vision for the Gemini app: to create an AI assistant that isn't just a generic answer machine, but a true partner that learns and understands you. Today, Google is taking a massive step in that direction with an update that gives Gemini a memory of … [Read more...] about Gemini is getting a better memory and a new ‘Temporary Chat’ mode for privacy
This tiny update to Google Keep on Android is a bit of a game-changer for me
Sometimes, the best new features aren't the big, flashy ones. Sometimes, it's the small, simple, quality-of-life update you've been quietly waiting on for years. Today, Google Keep for Android is rolling out one of those features, and for me, it's an absolute game-changer: you can now finally sort … [Read more...] about This tiny update to Google Keep on Android is a bit of a game-changer for me
I just tried the new Photo to Video feature in Google Photos, and I’m blown away
When Google announced a suite of new creative tools for Google Photos a few weeks back, the new Photo to Video feature was easily the most intriguing to me. The promise of turning your static photos into short, dynamic video clips sounded cool, but I reserved my judgment. We've all seen silly photo … [Read more...] about I just tried the new Photo to Video feature in Google Photos, and I’m blown away
I’m excited to use ChromeOS 138’s Freeform AI wallpapers, but I’m still waiting on them
I'm a huge fan of the generative AI wallpapers that are exclusive to Chromebook Plus devices - in theory, anyway. The ability to create a unique, high-quality background based on a set of themes and prompts is a fantastic perk. But let's be honest, as creative as the templates are, what we've all … [Read more...] about I’m excited to use ChromeOS 138’s Freeform AI wallpapers, but I’m still waiting on them
Chrome’s new ‘store reviews’ feature will help you shop online with more confidence
We’ve all been there: you stumble upon a cool new online store you’ve never heard of, but a little voice in the back of your head asks, "Is this place legit?" Before you hand over your credit card information, you probably open a new tab and start searching for reviews. It's a necessary but clunky … [Read more...] about Chrome’s new ‘store reviews’ feature will help you shop online with more confidence
