If you are an Android user who happens to enjoy Apple TV+ shows (we're looking at you, Severance fans), you know there has been one glaring omission in the Android app since it launched: the lack of a Cast button. It has been a strange limitation, forcing you to navigate apps on your TV rather than … [Read more...] about You can finally cast Apple TV+ content from your Android phone to your Google TV
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Google launches ‘Preferred Sources’ globally to let you pick your favorite news sites
Google announced today that it is globally rolling out "Preferred Sources," a new feature that gives users direct control over which publishers appear in the "Top Stories" section of Search. Previously available only in limited testing, the feature is now launching for all English-language users … [Read more...] about Google launches ‘Preferred Sources’ globally to let you pick your favorite news sites
The 7 Best Chromebooks of 2025
It’s that time of year again where we look at the growing, evolving Chromebook landscape and pick what we feel are the best devices out there for you to consider buying for yourself or a loved one. Once again, I'm not messing with categories or any sort of groupings; I simply want to give you the … [Read more...] about The 7 Best Chromebooks of 2025
Google Search is getting a major Gemini 2.5 upgrade to its ‘Live’ conversational mode
If you have tapped the little "Live" sparkle icon in the Google app recently, you know it's a handy way to have a back-and-forth voice conversation to get answers. But as good as it has been, it can still sometimes feel a tad bit robotic. As is the case with most things AI-related, that is now … [Read more...] about Google Search is getting a major Gemini 2.5 upgrade to its ‘Live’ conversational mode
With a massive Gemini upgrade, Google Translate can now turn any pair of headphones into a real-time translator
Maybe you've been there: you are traveling, trying to ask for directions or order food, and you hold up your phone with Google Translate. It works, but the voice coming out is robotic, and the translation is often so literal that it misses the actual vibe of what you are trying to say. Well, … [Read more...] about With a massive Gemini upgrade, Google Translate can now turn any pair of headphones into a real-time translator
Why I think Google’s new Disco browser is a glimpse at Aluminium OS
For months, we have been tracking rumors and leaks about a massive platform shift—a move away from the ChromeOS we know today toward a new, Android-based platform codenamed "Aluminium OS." And while Google hasn't officially unveiled all the details about this new operating system, the leaks have … [Read more...] about Why I think Google’s new Disco browser is a glimpse at Aluminium OS
Gemini’s new voice upgrade and ‘context-aware’ pacing is blowing my mind
We have all heard AI text-to-speech (TTS) evolve from the robotic GPS voices of the past to the surprisingly decent assistants we have today. But Google's latest update to Gemini's voice capabilities feels like another generational jump. This week, Google announced significant enhancements to its … [Read more...] about Gemini’s new voice upgrade and ‘context-aware’ pacing is blowing my mind
Meet Disco: Google’s wild new experimental browser that builds apps for you
Imagine asking your browser to plan a trip to Japan, and instead of just giving you a list of links, it actually writes code to build you a custom, interactive travel app in seconds. That is the promise of Disco, a new experiment from Google Labs that uses AI to reimagine how we use the web. And it … [Read more...] about Meet Disco: Google’s wild new experimental browser that builds apps for you
I finally got Gemini on my Nest speakers, and you can too (within 24 hours)
For the past few months, the rollout of Gemini for Home—the massive AI upgrade that replaces the aging Google Assistant on smart speakers—has been a bit of a lottery. It seemed like some people got the invite quickly, while others (myself included) have been checking our Google Home apps daily with … [Read more...] about I finally got Gemini on my Nest speakers, and you can too (within 24 hours)
YouTube TV announces ‘Plans’ for 2026: Sports-only package, family plan, and more
Since its inception, YouTube TV has been one of the best ways to cut the cord without losing the live TV experience. But as the price has slowly crept up to $72.99 over the years, the service has started to feel a lot like the cable packages it was meant to replace. We’ve all asked the same … [Read more...] about YouTube TV announces ‘Plans’ for 2026: Sports-only package, family plan, and more
Save $220 on the powerful, versatile Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
We talk a lot about the best Chromebooks here, and lately, devices like the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 have been stealing the spotlight with their fantastic designs and gorgeous OLED screens. But as good as some of these newer Chromebooks are, it doesn't take away from some devices that are a tad bit … [Read more...] about Save $220 on the powerful, versatile Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
This new Google Meet screen share feature is one of my new favorites
We have all been there: you are in a Google Meet call, you hit "Present" to share your screen, and suddenly your colleagues disappear behind your slide deck or spreadsheet. You are left presenting to the void, unable to see head nods, confused looks, or raised hands. Google is fixing this common … [Read more...] about This new Google Meet screen share feature is one of my new favorites
