The release of Android 14 is right around the corner with the hardware event for Google's Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, and you'd think I'd be gushing about the battery improvements, or the cross device improvements for app developers such as the display adaptability tools, but no. Here are the three of the … [Read more...] about Three of my favorite upcoming Android 14 features probably aren’t what you expect
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Google’s new AI ‘Gemini’ set to rival OpenAI’s GPT-4: Here’s what you need to know
Google hopes to rival OpenAI's GPT-4 artificial intelligence soon with the launch of it's own project 'Gemini', an upcoming model that seeks to radically transform how Bard and other AI initiatives at the company operate at their core. According to The Information, Google has begun allowing a select … [Read more...] about Google’s new AI ‘Gemini’ set to rival OpenAI’s GPT-4: Here’s what you need to know
ChromeOS 117 looks to be rolling out to most Chromebooks
After about a week's delay, it looks like ChromeOS 117 is finally beginning the roll-out to most Chromebooks. According to cros.tech - the site that pulls in real-time info from Google's Omaha updates server - nearly all modern ChromeOS devices look to have the ability to update to ChromeOS 117 as … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 117 looks to be rolling out to most Chromebooks
The new HP Chromebook x360 14c (2023) hits an all-time low at $250 off
Chromebook deals don't look to be slowing down anytime soon, and this latest is a perfect example of why I say that. Just a couple weeks ago, we saw the price of this latest x360 Chromebook from HP dip to an very-appealing $479. Now, it’s available for an even lower price of $449! That’s a … [Read more...] about The new HP Chromebook x360 14c (2023) hits an all-time low at $250 off
Just as I predicted, Google Podcasts is being shut down in favor of podcasts on YouTube Music
Google recently announced on its Keyword Blog that it's phasing out Google Podcasts by next year and I totally called it way back in February. In the immediate future, the service will continue running, and a migration tool will be rolling out to anyone who wants to seamlessly transition their … [Read more...] about Just as I predicted, Google Podcasts is being shut down in favor of podcasts on YouTube Music
Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3i: is this ‘Chromebook Plus’? [VIDEO]
For a few unrelated reasons, we've found ourselves with the recently-discovered Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3i in the office. And while my normal course of action with a new device is to go through the standard unboxing process, I was a bit under the impressions that the device I possesed was little … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3i: is this ‘Chromebook Plus’? [VIDEO]
Google will be handing out the Pixel Watch 2 for free for Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders
If you were waiting until October 4th to learn all about Google's new hardware, it looks like you won't have to hold out that long after all. In a barrage of tweets in the past few hours, noted leaker Kamila Wojciechowska has spilled the beans quite extensively, and it doesn't stop at the Pixel 8 … [Read more...] about Google will be handing out the Pixel Watch 2 for free for Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders
Pixel 8 and 8 Pro pricing details leak along with 7 years of updates
We’re only a bit over a week from the official unveiling of some new hardware from Google. While there may be a few surprises come October 4th, we know for sure that a new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will definitely be a big part of the festivities. Renders and rumors have swirled for quite some time … [Read more...] about Pixel 8 and 8 Pro pricing details leak along with 7 years of updates
A whole Android version later, and my phone still randomly switches to light mode
All the way back in February, I wrote about an annoying bug in Android 13 where my entire Pixel 6 Pro's UI would swap automatically from dark mode to light mode without my permission. This was primarily triggered by Do Not Disturb and Bedtime mode. Since then, I've just dealt with it … [Read more...] about A whole Android version later, and my phone still randomly switches to light mode
I wish Android would remind me to reconnect to Wi-Fi if I disable it entirely and here’s why
Alright, let me paint a picture for you. Imagine you're at home, cuddled up on the couch, all set to embark on a YouTube binge session. But, hold on a minute - without realizing, you're not connected to your home WiFi. And guess what? You've blown through your monthly data limits, just like that. … [Read more...] about I wish Android would remind me to reconnect to Wi-Fi if I disable it entirely and here’s why
Google TV bug treats your purchased movies as TV episodes you don’t own, here’s a workaround
I was browsing my Google TV library last night for a family movie to watch with my son, and when I clicked on Detective Pikachu, I was met with a very unfortunate surprise. The digital movie I purchased a license to was no longer available! Everyone's worst fear with digital content, right? … [Read more...] about Google TV bug treats your purchased movies as TV episodes you don’t own, here’s a workaround
The Chrome Cast 240: ChromeOS 117 rolls out with sweet new features
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the show by discussing the fresh, new roll-out of ChromeOS 117 to a handful of devices. This update comes with some sweet, new features like Material You design throughout and a new ability to select wallpapers from shared Google Photos albums. It's a nice … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 240: ChromeOS 117 rolls out with sweet new features
