As a preface to my thoughts, I want to state that there's nothing wrong with Pixlr, and I love the web app. However, while it's long been the go-to for web-based graphics work, especially for Chromebook users, Photoshop's leap to the browser changes the game. That's right, just yesterday, Adobe … [Read more...] about Why I’m ditching Pixlr for Photoshop Web on my Chromebook and why you may soon follow
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If you’re running Android 7, you won’t be able to play Pokémon Go anymore
Pokémon GO will soon end its support for devices running on Android 7, also known as "Nougat." Android 7 was released in August of 2016 and for the first time, offered multi-window view, which allowed users to use two apps simultaneously in split view. Additionally, it revamped the notifications … [Read more...] about If you’re running Android 7, you won’t be able to play Pokémon Go anymore
Web publishers can opt out of having Bard, other AI trained on their content via Google-Extended
Google is continuing with its narrative about developing its artificial intelligence initiatives "responsibly". Whether or not this works out the way it plans, only time will tell. In the meantime, Bard and other AI projects cooking at the company are trained on data from the web, like publisher … [Read more...] about Web publishers can opt out of having Bard, other AI trained on their content via Google-Extended
Adobe Photoshop on the web launches and works great on Chromebooks
Adobe has unveiled the general availability of Photoshop on the web, marking the culmination of nearly two years of beta testing. Beginning Wednesday, September 27th, all users with paid plans can access this simplified-yet-powerful online version of the iconic photo editing app. The biggest … [Read more...] about Adobe Photoshop on the web launches and works great on Chromebooks
How to enable ChatGPT’s new ‘Browse with Bing’ for up-to-date internet access
Even though it feels a bit like the generative AI hype has died off a bit, the truth is we're still just at the beginning of this journey. Now that generative AI has become a bit more normalized and everyone realizes this isn't exactly a Terminator scenario, we can step back and see some of the … [Read more...] about How to enable ChatGPT’s new ‘Browse with Bing’ for up-to-date internet access
Google may soon offer an all-in-one subscription bundle with Nest Aware, Google One storage, more
Google may be gearing up to announce an all-inclusive Nest subscription bundle that includes Nest Aware, a 2 terabyte Google One plan for your photos, email, and files, and more. By subscribing, you're expected to save money compared to purchasing these services individually, according to … [Read more...] about Google may soon offer an all-in-one subscription bundle with Nest Aware, Google One storage, more
Why the new $159 Fitbit Charge 6 might be my next smartwatch
Google has just unveiled the Fitbit Charge 6 - the latest in a long line of Fitbit fitness trackers that looks to bring a bit more smarts to Fitbit's most popular wearable. This latest iteration not only emphasizes accurate heart rate tracking but introduces new abilities with the integration of … [Read more...] about Why the new $159 Fitbit Charge 6 might be my next smartwatch
Google is shutting down Jamboard, recommends you find a different whiteboarding solution
Google has officially announced the shutdown of its collaborative whiteboarding service Jamboard. According to the Workspace Updates blog post they put out today, this will finalize by the end of next year, 2024. The company states it's integrating competitors like FigJam, Lucidspark and Miro across … [Read more...] about Google is shutting down Jamboard, recommends you find a different whiteboarding solution
The excellent ASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip is once again available for just $279
Since this device's introduction, it has been on sale on a very regular basis. I'd go as far as saying the ASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip has been discounted for more days than it's been available at MSRP by this point, and while Chromebooks go on sale a lot, this one simply seems to linger at lower … [Read more...] about The excellent ASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip is once again available for just $279
Oops, Bard leaks shared user conversations into Google Search, is working to remove indexing
Well this is awkward - Google's new Bard AI chatbot just started displaying user conversations as Search results. Per Gagan Ghotra in a post on X, typing "site:https://bard.google.com/share" into the Google Search bar will display discussions you or others have had with Bard. Now, obviously, … [Read more...] about Oops, Bard leaks shared user conversations into Google Search, is working to remove indexing
What is a photo?: Google’s Pixel 8 face swap AI feature is deeply unsettling
What is a photo? It's a memory of a precious time in your life when you and your loved ones enjoyed special moments together. In your mind, you remember the things you did, the places, you went, and most of all, the emotions experienced. Google's new Pixel 8 AI-driven face swap filter seeks to … [Read more...] about What is a photo?: Google’s Pixel 8 face swap AI feature is deeply unsettling
Leaked Pixel Watch 2 promo video shows off new features and bands
With the unveiling of Google's Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 just around the corner, the floodgates of leaks have officially burst open. Leaks from a few days ago unveiled the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro pricing and an additional 2 years of software updates, but now a 1-minute teaser video, shared by 91Mobiles, … [Read more...] about Leaked Pixel Watch 2 promo video shows off new features and bands
