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
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All Chromebook AUE dates have mysteriously disappeared
Well, this is weird. A few days ago, we reported on the fact that Google's AUE had apparently been extended for devices built on the 'Nissa' baseboard. That means any Chromebook with an Intel N100, N200, or N305 now gets updates all the way out to 2035. It's a bold move for sure, but as of today, it … [Read more...] about All Chromebook AUE dates have mysteriously disappeared
Google TV is getting some incredibly helpful new features
Google TV is rolling out a slew of new features designed to transform your TV experience. From seamless smart home control to AI-generated art and enhanced sports viewing, this update has something for everyone. Let's dive into the details! First up is the all-new home panel that is making its … [Read more...] about Google TV is getting some incredibly helpful new features
Google acknowledges TV Streamer’s big omission, offers a deal on an HDMI cable
Google's new TV Streamer is a pretty fantastic device thus far. It promises to step in moving forward and be a worthy successor to the much-loved Chromecast, bringing what really comes down to the best Google TV experience you can get on the big screen. But there's a curious omission from the box … [Read more...] about Google acknowledges TV Streamer’s big omission, offers a deal on an HDMI cable
What we’re hoping to see at Google’s Chromebook Showcase
Well, folks, the day is here and we're in New York for the semi-annual Chromebook Showcase. If the past two events are anything to go by, there are quite a few things to expect at this event, including new Chromebook hardware and maybe some updates on new features on the way to ChromeOS as … [Read more...] about What we’re hoping to see at Google’s Chromebook Showcase
Google Photos gets an AI-infused video editor revamp
Google Photos has been on a roll lately, revamping various aspects of its platform to enhance the user experience in ways that actually make a difference. Today, we're seeing a significant redesign of the video editor portion of the app that Google claims is "making it easier than ever to edit your … [Read more...] about Google Photos gets an AI-infused video editor revamp
Google Calendar gets a dedicated Birthdays event option on Android
Google Calendar has always been handy for keeping track of birthdays, pulling those dates straight from your Google Contacts. But until now, you couldn't manually create birthday events directly in Calendar. So, while you might have most birthdays in your calendar by default, I'm sure there are a … [Read more...] about Google Calendar gets a dedicated Birthdays event option on Android
Better sync between YouTube Music on your phone and the web is here
If you're anything like me, you bounce back and forth between your phone and your desktop throughout the day; and that includes listening to music. It's frustrating when you have to rebuild your playlist every time you switch devices, but YouTube Music is finally making that quite a bit simpler … [Read more...] about Better sync between YouTube Music on your phone and the web is here
Everything we know about the new, upcoming Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Of the upcoming Chromebooks ready to roll out, we have the best overall sense of what's on the way with two models: the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus and the Lenovo Chromebook Duet. Of all the devices that could be just around the corner from release, these two have historically been the most … [Read more...] about Everything we know about the new, upcoming Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Gemini on the web can now tap into Google Keep and Tasks
I've been pretty vocal about how Gemini is a solid contender in the AI assistant arena, giving ChatGPT and others a run for their money. And if you're a Chromebook user who also uses other services in the Google ecosystem, Gemini on the web has a new update that will make it easier to get things … [Read more...] about Gemini on the web can now tap into Google Keep and Tasks
I have the AirPods 4 ANC, and the noise cancelling is blowing my mind
There's no feeling quite like the anticipation of a new tech product that promises to do something pretty wildly different, and then having that anticipation paid off by the product actually delivering the goods. Such is the case with me and the new AirPods 4 ANC, and after having my hands on them … [Read more...] about I have the AirPods 4 ANC, and the noise cancelling is blowing my mind
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus: everything we know so far
January 3rd, 2024: that's the day that 'Xol' became a Chromebook we'd begin keeping tabs on for the entirety of this calendar year. At the time, I had no idea it was made by Samsung, that it would show up this fall, or any of the myriad of things we now know about this device. It all started with … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus: everything we know so far
