If you're an Android user with friends or family on iPhones, you're probably well aware of the "blue bubble, green bubble" frustration that comes from the incompatibility between Apple's iMessage and Android's SMS/MMS/RCS messaging. It is a deeply-entrenched issue that primarily persists in the US; … [Read more...] about Yes, I have iMessage working on a Chromebook with Beeper for Android [VIDEO]
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YouTube “Playables” seek to fill Google’s gaming void post-Stadia, will likely only be simple titles
Google is apparently obsessed with gaming. As I've said in the past, they even have some really talented game developers on staff creating small games like the I/O experience, but they can't help but squander that talent. With the death of Stadia, this was most apparent, and I'm nearly convinced the … [Read more...] about YouTube “Playables” seek to fill Google’s gaming void post-Stadia, will likely only be simple titles
Google Collections finally adds list view for all your saved content, becomes easier to read
Google's digital organizational tool, formerly known as Google Collections and recently renamed "Google Save", has been a godsend for many of us (especially me) wanting to keep our online finds in one place. Until now, its layout has been heavily image-focused, very much in the vein of … [Read more...] about Google Collections finally adds list view for all your saved content, becomes easier to read
Happy Birthday Chrome: Celebrating 15 years, your favorite browser gets a massive redesign
You know how we've been covering the Chrome browser's Material You redesign a lot over the past few months? Well, there's a reason that Google has been holding off on an official announcement - today is Chrome's 15th birthday! With that being said, the tech giant dropped a massive Keyword blog … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday Chrome: Celebrating 15 years, your favorite browser gets a massive redesign
My favorite addition to the ChromeOS 116 out-of-box experience (OOBE)
Generally speaking, the out-of-box experience (OOBE) for Chromebooks has been a solid onboarding walkthrough, helping new and existing Chromebook users alike in finding their way around the most basic parts of the initial setup for a new device. And its utility has grown over the years, going from a … [Read more...] about My favorite addition to the ChromeOS 116 out-of-box experience (OOBE)
Huge savings on a huge Chromebook: $200 off the Acer 317
There are big Chromebooks and then there are BIG Chromebooks. The Acer Chromebook 317 falls into the latter category, coming in at 17.3-inches and earning the title of one of the largest Chromebooks you can buy. We had hands on with this device quite some time ago, and the one thing I remember … [Read more...] about Huge savings on a huge Chromebook: $200 off the Acer 317
The Google Play Movies & TV app for Android TV will go away next month
Google is axing the Play Movies & TV app on Android TV come October 5, 2023. You've got about a month left to get your last binge-watches in. But don't freak out—your movie and TV collections aren’t vanishing. They're just moving to the Shop tab on Android TV, and you can still buy or rent new … [Read more...] about The Google Play Movies & TV app for Android TV will go away next month
Testing the new Lacros browser on ChromeOS Flex: it works! [VIDEO]
Not too long ago, we repurposed a Surface Laptop SE - the proposed "Chromebook Killer" from Microsoft - and turned it into a functional Chromebook with the assistance of ChromeOS Flex. If you've not read up on this effort from Google, let me catch you up. ChromeOS Flex is essentially a version of … [Read more...] about Testing the new Lacros browser on ChromeOS Flex: it works! [VIDEO]
Everyone’s wearing Shorts: Play Store adds video clips to promote games and apps
The Google Play Store is getting a YouTube Shorts-style video carousel at the top of its homepage. I bet you didn't wake up expecting to read that, did you? According to a new Keyword Blog post, the company is officiating "The Play Report," a pilot video series that dives into the apps and games you … [Read more...] about Everyone’s wearing Shorts: Play Store adds video clips to promote games and apps
The latest Pixel 8 Pro “leak” doesn’t feel like an accident this time around
We're less than a month away from Google's next hardware event, scheduled for October 4th. It's old news by this point that we're expecting the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro alongside the new, updated Pixel Watch 2 as well. Although the rumor mill has been churning out leaks and speculations for … [Read more...] about The latest Pixel 8 Pro “leak” doesn’t feel like an accident this time around
LG and Cameyo partner to simplify app delivery with ChromeOS Flex devices
In a move that promises to significantly simplify enterprise computing, LG Business Solutions USA and Cameyo have teamed up to offer a bundled ChromeOS solution for businesses. This comprehensive bundle aims to eliminate the need for complex and costly virtual desktops while providing seamless … [Read more...] about LG and Cameyo partner to simplify app delivery with ChromeOS Flex devices
Your Chromebook’s launcher may soon let you find things faster with a filter option
Recently, we reported the the Everything launcher on your Chromebook - yes, that search key on your keyboard - was set to receive widgets for diagnostics like battery, RAM and more. Now, per C2 Productions, who posted on X, a new filter icon will appear to the right of your search bar, allowing you … [Read more...] about Your Chromebook’s launcher may soon let you find things faster with a filter option
