Last week at the Chromebook Showcase in New York, Google unveiled two awesome new prices of hardware alongside quite a few, new ChromeOS additions that will be of great interest to many of you. Of course, there are new AI smarts coming to Chromebook Plus users, but there are some great updates for … [Read more...] about Google announces new Chromebooks, new software at the latest Chromebook Showcase [VIDEO]
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Gmail is getting Gemini-infused contextual smart replies
It's hard to believe, but Google first introduced Smart Replies to Gmail all the way back in 2017. It was a big deal back then, allowing users to fire off quick, pre-written responses to emails with a single tap. It's a feature I use to this day without even thinking too much about it, and it's … [Read more...] about Gmail is getting Gemini-infused contextual smart replies
Pixel Buds PWA now works on ChromeOS, MacOS and Windows, no Android phone required
Google's Pixel Buds Pro and Pro 2 look to be getting a desktop PWA upgrade. Last year, Chromebook users got a handy web app to manage their Pixel Buds Pro on ChromeOS, but this desktop solution for changing settings on Google's latest earbuds only worked on Chromebooks. It seems that's not the case … [Read more...] about Pixel Buds PWA now works on ChromeOS, MacOS and Windows, no Android phone required
This Pixel notification history trick is new to me and one I’ll use often
While I feel quite well versed in getting around a Chromebook, I have to admit that I'm regularly surprised by things I can do easily and efficiently on Android that I had no knowledge of prior. One of these things is Android's notification history, a lifesaver if you've ever accidentally swiped … [Read more...] about This Pixel notification history trick is new to me and one I’ll use often
The new ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 hits an all-time low at $170 off
About 4 months ago, ASUS released a new version of their already-popular Chromebook Plus CX34 at Google's Chromebook event in New York. At the time, I saw it, assumed it was a very small, incremental upgrade, and basically brushed it off as a very boring update to a device most people liked … [Read more...] about The new ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 hits an all-time low at $170 off
More upgrades to really leverage NotebookLM for audio and video files
NotebookLM, Google's AI research companion, just got another pretty sizable upgrade. You can now add YouTube videos and audio files directly into your notebooks, opening up a whole new world of learning possibilities without having to find workarounds to do so. Insights from YouTube video You … [Read more...] about More upgrades to really leverage NotebookLM for audio and video files
Don’t miss this crazy deal on the 8GB Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3
We all know a new Lenovo Chromebook Duet is around the corner. From leaks of the specs to actual photo leaks from the user manual, there's no question a successor to the Duet 3 is inbound. However, that doesn't mean the wildly-popular Duet 3 is going anywhere for a while. While the new Duet … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this crazy deal on the 8GB Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3
We might be getting a new high-end HP Chromebook Plus soon
We're a bit over a year since HP last updated its higher-end x360 line of Chromebooks. And to be fair, it's actually been even longer than that in reality. As Chromebook Plus was introduced a year ago at Google's first Chromebook Showcase, the "new" HP x360 14c we got at that event was really just … [Read more...] about We might be getting a new high-end HP Chromebook Plus soon
I’m ready for the first Chromebook Plus tablet
A lot of talk has been going around recently regarding the upcoming Lenovo Chromebook Duet. I know this because we've been in the middle of most of that chatter. And as excited as I am for the new Duet, I can't help but feel a bit sad that it didn't show up in the leaks with a Chromebook Plus logo … [Read more...] about I’m ready for the first Chromebook Plus tablet
Google Calendar embeds on the web don’t look like trash anymore
Google has finally given embedded Google Calendars a fresh coat of paint, bringing them in line with the sleek and modern Material Design 3 aesthetic you see when you utilize Google Calendars on the web and on your phone. And it's more than looks; this update brings a host of improvements that make … [Read more...] about Google Calendar embeds on the web don’t look like trash anymore
Google TV Streamer shipping delays could mean one of two things
It seems Google's newest streaming device, the Google TV Streamer, is either off to a great start or Google wasn't ready for this launch. This device is the direct successor to the popular Chromecast line, with a fresh set-top design, a revamped remote, and the distinction of being the first to ship … [Read more...] about Google TV Streamer shipping delays could mean one of two things
Wear OS 5 is now rolling out to Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2
For those of you with the original Pixel Watch or the Pixel Watch 2, the wait for Wear OS 5 is officially over. Following hot on the heels of the Pixel Watch 3 launch, Google has brought Wear OS 5 to both the original Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2. It's a pretty major update (based on Android 14) … [Read more...] about Wear OS 5 is now rolling out to Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2
