Google has announced a significant update to its Google Flights service, designed to help travelers prioritize cost savings above all else. The new "Cheapest" tab will appear alongside the existing search results and will highlight the most budget-friendly flight options available. Traditionally, … [Read more...] about Google Flights can now help you find the cheapest flights
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This is the best deal ever on the 8GB Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3
It was just a couple days ago that I posted about a very good deal on the 4GB/128GB version of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 for just $219. That deal is still available and I stand by what I said in that post; but what we're seeing right now over at Lenovo and Walmart completely and utterly blows … [Read more...] about This is the best deal ever on the 8GB Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3
A powerful MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook tablet looks to be in the works
We only just recently began the journey of the latest Chromebook tablet with the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11", and here we are with some real potential that another MediaTek-powered device is in the works that could perhaps be a far more powerful Chromebook tablet on schedule to arrive in 2025. … [Read more...] about A powerful MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook tablet looks to be in the works
Pixel Drop October 2024: big updates for all of Google’s devices
Coinciding with the update to Android 15, Google released another round of updates for their Pixel ecosystem, and this one is packed. The previously-named Pixel Feature Drops have gone through a bit of a re-brand and are now simply known as Pixel Drops. Though the name may have changed, the regular … [Read more...] about Pixel Drop October 2024: big updates for all of Google’s devices
Google Home’s new Favorites widgets gives you quick access to your smart home
Google has officially released the Google Home Favorites widget for all Android users with devices running Android 12 or higher! Previously available only to those in the Public Preview program, this widget provides convenient and quick access to frequently used smart home devices and automations … [Read more...] about Google Home’s new Favorites widgets gives you quick access to your smart home
Android 15 rolls out to Pixel devices large and small
Well folks, it's finally here! Android 15 is officially making its way to Pixel devices, and as always, there are quite a few new things under the hood to talk about. Google's packed Android 15 with quite a few new features focused on security, productivity, and overall user experience. It's … [Read more...] about Android 15 rolls out to Pixel devices large and small
Running with Pixel Buds Pro 2 for a month highlights their biggest improvment
My biggest gripe with the original Pixel Buds Pro is that they wouldn't stay in my ears when running. It was a real bummer, because I loved everything else about them. They were comfy for long flights and hours of wear at the office, but any kind of workout was a no-go. So, naturally, the first … [Read more...] about Running with Pixel Buds Pro 2 for a month highlights their biggest improvment
The Galaxy Chromebook Plus dictation button is cool, but the feature needs work
Of all the superlatives available on the new Galaxy Chromebook Plus from Samsung, the new dictation key is one of the quieter first-ever features we've seen. I'm not even sure it was mentioned in much of the announcement materials, but we knew it would be here before it was announced, and I'm happy … [Read more...] about The Galaxy Chromebook Plus dictation button is cool, but the feature needs work
Is anyone else still missing the multi-calendar feature on their Chromebook?
Earlier this year, I was absolutely elated at the promise of multi-calendar support for the ChromeOS Quick Settings calendar. As someone who doesn't keep much on my personal calendar (and relies heavily on my wife's organized calendar instead), having all the calendars I reference in Google Calendar … [Read more...] about Is anyone else still missing the multi-calendar feature on their Chromebook?
This 1.5TB microSD card is a perfect $105 companion for the new Galaxy Chromebook Plus
While editing the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus unboxing earlier this morning, I was reminded that this new device includes something that we don't see on every Chromebook: a microSD card slot. This handy port means you can easily expand the storage on this device, and it got me thinking about just … [Read more...] about This 1.5TB microSD card is a perfect $105 companion for the new Galaxy Chromebook Plus
Unboxing the new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus [VIDEO]
The new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is in the house and we are so excited to dive into the box to give you all a much deeper hands-on, initial look at this incredible Chromebook. Our time in New York was quite limited with it, but now that we have a review unit around, you can bet I'll be … [Read more...] about Unboxing the new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus [VIDEO]
You can now go see and feel the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus’ best features in-person
Today is the day, folks! In many Best Buy locations across the country, you can now walk into a store, pick up and hold a Galaxy Chromebook Plus for yourself. We have a video coming (hopefully) later today that I cannot wait to share with you, but only so much can be conveyed in a video. … [Read more...] about You can now go see and feel the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus’ best features in-person
