Are you a Stadia fan who lives in the United Kingdom? If so, a new Chromebook perk that appears only in your region gives you a 50% discount on the Stadia Premiere Edition bundle! The last time gamers in this region received any sort of deal on the bundle was back in November of this past year, so … [Read more...] about New Chromebook perk gives 50% discount on Stadia Premiere Edition bundle in the UK
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My 10 favorite Google Docs Add-ons for teachers and students
Over the years, I've played around a lot with Add-ons for Google Docs, and I thought that EDU Week would be the perfect opportunity to share some of my favorites with you all. The ones I've chosen are particularly useful for teachers and students, though they can be used by anyone. Whether you're … [Read more...] about My 10 favorite Google Docs Add-ons for teachers and students
Chrome redesigns its settings page to prevent information overload
Today, upon visiting the chrome://settings page via the browser on Mac, Windows, Linux, and Chrome OS, you're currently met with a flood of information for things you can tweak and manage to customize your experience. Unfortunately, clicking on a subsection in the left-hand navigation menu only … [Read more...] about Chrome redesigns its settings page to prevent information overload
Google Play Pass is now available in 48 more countries
Google's Play Pass subscription service is now available in twice as many countries as before. Now, it's accessible to 48 new countries full of users - all of whom can now install and use an overwhelming number of apps and games on their Android phones, tablets, and Chromebooks for just one low … [Read more...] about Google Play Pass is now available in 48 more countries
Google handed preliminary injunction for “stealing” speaker tech from Sonos
Sonos filed a lawsuit over claims that Google stole its multiroom speaker technology during its 2013 partnership with the company in which both agreed to work together in order to bring Google Play Music to Sonos devices. Apparently, Google then went on to create Chromecast audio, and later it's … [Read more...] about Google handed preliminary injunction for “stealing” speaker tech from Sonos
Pixel 6 & 6 Pro leak, reveal wild new design and evidence that Google is really trying
Well, Jon Prosser has done it again and leaks of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are now a part of the internet. We've been keeping an eye on his YouTube channel (Front Page Tech) and his personal Twitter account since the leak of the Pixel Watch, but there's only been Apple-related news for the past … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 & 6 Pro leak, reveal wild new design and evidence that Google is really trying
I’ll say it again – Stadia is “alive and well” as Google shuts down non-believers
Stadia may have just lost its head of product as John Justice is now Vice President at Facebook, and it's had its share of bad publicity over the past year, but I've said it before, and I'll say it again - it's not going anywhere any time soon. This is a point that I continue to reiterate because … [Read more...] about I’ll say it again – Stadia is “alive and well” as Google shuts down non-believers
Youtube TV hits 10 million Google Play Store downloads and arrives on Sony’s Playstation 5
As the war between Google and Roku wages on, with the former recently placing a Youtube TV link directly in the official Youtube app to circumvent Roku's latest decision to block the 'unchecked monopolist', the Google-based television streaming application has officially hit 10 million Google Play … [Read more...] about Youtube TV hits 10 million Google Play Store downloads and arrives on Sony’s Playstation 5
3 weeks late, Chrome OS 90 is finally rolling out to all eligible Chromebooks
It has been three weeks and two days since Google formally announced the arrival of Chrome OS 90 and in that time, we've talked a good bit about this update, what's in it, what flags are safe to use with it, and the fact that it has been MIA for a very specific, very important group of Chromebooks. … [Read more...] about 3 weeks late, Chrome OS 90 is finally rolling out to all eligible Chromebooks
What Google’s renewed interest in Wear OS and its Fitbit acquisition mean for you and your data
We know that Google has major plans for Wear OS and at some point - possibly in the near future - is rumored to release a "Pixel Watch". Interestingly, it has neglected its watch operating system up until now, and to the disappointment of many, has only pushed a few updates to it over years past. … [Read more...] about What Google’s renewed interest in Wear OS and its Fitbit acquisition mean for you and your data
[U: Togetherness] Grab these new wallpapers for your Chromebook
Update 05/12/21: Google has added new wallpapers for your Chromebook which celebrate cultural diversity. The new 'Togetherness' collection features artwork by Sabrena Khadija, Meech Boakye, and Aurélia Durand. You can grab them from our ever-growing Google Photos collection using the blue button … [Read more...] about [U: Togetherness] Grab these new wallpapers for your Chromebook
Mega List: Our best Chromebook tips, tricks, and updates for students and educators
In recent history, we've created loads of content surrounding tips and tricks for apps and processes on Chromebooks, and have increased our focus on news and updates for students and educators within the Google apps and services ecosystem. In honor of EDU Week, we're going to spend a bit of time … [Read more...] about Mega List: Our best Chromebook tips, tricks, and updates for students and educators
