If you use generative AI frequently for any sort of writing, you already know the most frustrating part of the workflow: constantly reminding the AI of your preferred style. Whether it is asking for a specific tone, a certain formatting structure, or just telling it to stop using the word "delve," … [Read more...] about Gemini in Google Docs now supports persistent custom instructions
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Chrome for Android will now let you share only your approximate location
We hand over a lot of data to the websites we browse, and location is arguably the most sensitive. While it makes total sense to share your exact location when you are ordering food delivery or trying to find the nearest ATM, there is absolutely no reason a recipe blog or a local weather site needs … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android will now let you share only your approximate location
The Android Show is officially set for May 12 as we hope for some answers about Project Aluminium
Last month, we caught a brief glimpse of a leaked YouTube teaser that suggested Google was planning something massive for Android ahead of I/O 2026. While that video was quickly pulled, the cat is now officially out of the bag. Google has confirmed that The Android Show | I/O Edition is coming on … [Read more...] about The Android Show is officially set for May 12 as we hope for some answers about Project Aluminium
Lenovo’s powerful 8.8″ Legion Tab Gen 5 gaming tablet is officially available, but it comes at a premium
Following right on the heels of the teaser landing page we covered recently, Lenovo’s latest Android gaming tablet is officially here. The new Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is now available for purchase in the US, but getting your hands on one will require a pretty significant investment. You can grab the … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s powerful 8.8″ Legion Tab Gen 5 gaming tablet is officially available, but it comes at a premium
Massive Google Home update brings Gemini 3.1, a new web interface, and huge camera improvements
If you utilize Google Home to keep your digital life running smoothly, things are about to get a lot more capable. Google is rolling out a comprehensive update this May that touches almost every corner of the smart home experience, from the brains powering your voice commands to the way you interact … [Read more...] about Massive Google Home update brings Gemini 3.1, a new web interface, and huge camera improvements
Chromebook prices are getting out of hand, and it’s a big problem
For about a year now, I have been unapologetically calling the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 the best Chromebook ever made. From its stunning OLED display to the absolute powerhouse that is the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra chip, it has been an absolute delight to use day in and day out. At its launch … [Read more...] about Chromebook prices are getting out of hand, and it’s a big problem
Google Takeout Transfer now supports Google Photos for graduating students
If you are getting ready to leave your university or school district, you no longer have to resort to clunky, manual downloads to save the pictures and videos tied to your educational account. Google is officially expanding its Google Takeout Transfer tool to include Google Photos. This update … [Read more...] about Google Takeout Transfer now supports Google Photos for graduating students
Walmart’s new ‘Onn’ speaker signals the return of third-party smart speakers for the Gemini era
Only a few years ago, it felt like every audio brand on the market was making a Google Assistant smart speaker. From JBL to Insignia to Lenovo, you had countless form factors and price points to choose from. Then, the well mostly dried up. Aside from a few premium outliers like the 2023 JBL … [Read more...] about Walmart’s new ‘Onn’ speaker signals the return of third-party smart speakers for the Gemini era
YouTube TV inks new deal to keep The Weather Channel on your screen
If there is one universal truth about live TV streaming services, it is that behind-the-scenes carriage negotiations are constantly happening. Usually, subscribers only hear about these complex deals when negotiations break down and channels suddenly vanish from the service, like what we saw with … [Read more...] about YouTube TV inks new deal to keep The Weather Channel on your screen
Google Search ‘Preferred Sources’ goes global to help you curate your Top Stories
If you have ever felt like the Google Search algorithm is ignoring the news outlets you actually want to read, there's a new-ish tool that you've likely not been using effectively. That tool is Preferred Sources, and Google is officially expanding this tool, handing the reins of the Top Stories … [Read more...] about Google Search ‘Preferred Sources’ goes global to help you curate your Top Stories
Samsung’s leaked Android Galaxy Books are already muddying the waters for Project Aluminium
Just when we thought we had a clear-ish picture of Google's desktop roadmap, a new leak has thrown a potential wrench into the mix. We have been tracking the development of Project Aluminium for months. But according to a new report, Samsung is preparing to enter the chat, and they might be bringing … [Read more...] about Samsung’s leaked Android Galaxy Books are already muddying the waters for Project Aluminium
More info leaks about Pixel Glow, including a look at how it might work on laptops
Though it has perhaps been tempting to think of the upcoming Pixel Glow as just a nostalgic return to the quirky lightbar days of the original Chromebook Pixel, it seems more is going on with this new feature than many initially thought. New teardowns of the Pixel Diagnostics and Google apps have … [Read more...] about More info leaks about Pixel Glow, including a look at how it might work on laptops
