The Google Pixel 9 series made its big debut less than two weeks ago, and there are still small surprises to be found in these new handsets from Google. One of those surprises is the new Adaptive Touch feature that is enabled by default and tucked away in the Pixel 9's display settings. What is … [Read more...] about Pixel 9 phones can handle touch input with water on the screen
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Pixel Watch 3 band compatibility: What you need to know
The Pixel Watch 3 is official and it brings several new upgrades to the table that might tempt many Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 owners to upgrade. If you're in that camp, you might be wondering if your old Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 bands will fit the Pixel Watch 3. Well, I just unboxed the new … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch 3 band compatibility: What you need to know
Google Keep’s AI list creation rolling out to more users
Google Keep, the popular note-taking app, is finally rolling out the new "Help me create a list" feature for all Android users. Powered by Google's advanced Gemini AI model, this feature was previously limited to Workspace Labs testers but is now widely accessible and actually starting to arrive for … [Read more...] about Google Keep’s AI list creation rolling out to more users
Wow, the Pixel 9’s fingerprint scanner is so much better now
As promised, I'm going to continue posting about the things that are really making me love the new Pixel 9 Pro XL. As a reminder, I came into this review period with what has become a multi-year, general disinterest in Google's Pixel phones. For the past few iterations of the Pixel line, I checked … [Read more...] about Wow, the Pixel 9’s fingerprint scanner is so much better now
Nest Audio for just $50 is a steal with the Assistant upgrade on the way
The Google Nest Audio might have been around since 2020, but let me tell you, it's still the best sounding option in Google's smart home speaker lineup that you can buy right now (RIP Max). And although the Google Assistant has been lacking for a while now, an upgraded Google assistant with Gemini … [Read more...] about Nest Audio for just $50 is a steal with the Assistant upgrade on the way
Google’s new $280 4th-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat is now available
It's been nearly a decade since Google last graced us with an update to its flagship smart thermostat, but the wait is finally over! The fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat is now available for order! This revamped smart thermostat brings a sleek, modern design and a host of new features to … [Read more...] about Google’s new $280 4th-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat is now available
NFL Sunday Ticket adds tons of extra features for the new season
The new NFL season is almost here, and YouTube and YouTube TV are ready to make the gameday festivities even better with NFL Sunday Ticket's new features for the upcoming season! There are quite a few new additions to the watching experience, so let's jump right in. Fantasy Football … [Read more...] about NFL Sunday Ticket adds tons of extra features for the new season
Exclusive: New Lenovo Chromebook Duet specs and images leak
Here in the Chromebook world, we don't usually get a lot of splash over from leak culture. Sure, we find clues here and there about upcoming devices, learn about their potential specs, and get a bit of insight on what a device might bring to the table via the Chromium Gerrit; but outright leaks … [Read more...] about Exclusive: New Lenovo Chromebook Duet specs and images leak
Pixel 9’s new Dual Exposure video is a simple game-changer
So, yesterday was the day that all the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL videos hit the web; and I was a tad nervous. Having penned my initial post-embargo article fawning over how much I'm loving the Pixel 9 Pro XL, I was a bit concerned that I'd have a bit of egg on my face with other, more … [Read more...] about Pixel 9’s new Dual Exposure video is a simple game-changer
I’ll admit it: I think I have a crush on the Pixel 9 Pro XL
About a week ago, our review units of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL arrived in the office and I was only partially interested in checking them out. While I tend to like Pixel phones just fine, the last couple iterations have been devices I've largely lived without. For me, the … [Read more...] about I’ll admit it: I think I have a crush on the Pixel 9 Pro XL
Lenovo Chromebox Micro Review: Pocket-sized and perfect for the right user
Lenovo Chromebox Micro MSRP - $249.00 The Lenovo Chromebox Micro is a solid offering with a very specific target audience. Pros Cons ChromeOS has always been a bit of a chameleon – morphing from its humble beginnings as a simple browser-based operating system to a versatile platform that can … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebox Micro Review: Pocket-sized and perfect for the right user
3 awesome Chromebooks for less than $250 right now
While most students are back in school at this point in the year, this is still the time many are on the lookout for great deals on solid Chromebooks. While big savings are obviously on the horizon late in the fall, don't make the mistake of thinking there aren't fantastic deals out there on some … [Read more...] about 3 awesome Chromebooks for less than $250 right now
