Contents For years now, I’ve wanted Google to implement a side-by-side two page view for PDFs in Drive. It’s probably not for everyone, and one page at a time with a vertical scrolling behavior likely helps some users focus on the content more. However, because I’m accustomed to and more comfortable reading physical media like […]
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Google takes an ‘iconic’ step toward making Gmail more accessible and glanceable
Navigating Gmail on the web with your Chromebook just got a bit easier, thanks to the new icons Google is adding to its overflow menu. Previously, the only options in the three dots ‘more’ options menu on an email you’d see were ‘Reply’ and ‘Forward’. Now, every action in that menu is now accompanied by […]
Continue ReadingGoogle wastes no time restoring speaker group features for Nest devices after Sonos lawsuit verdict
After a rather tangled affair in court due to Sonos’ patent infringement allegations, which led to Google forcing your Nest speakers, displays, or Chromecasts to pair only to one speaker group at a time, I have some good news for you. Google just won in litigation, and is immediately rolling out updates to reverse some […]
Continue ReadingChromebook Plus is rolling out to certified devices right now: how to try it
We had official word arrive from Google this morning and are already hearing murmors of Chromebook Plus showing up for certified devices that happen to be in the Beta Channel of ChromeOS 118. As we highlighted previously, there are quite a few devices on the market already that qualify as Chromebook Plus, and the date […]
Continue ReadingBard wants to get to know you better by committing your preferences to its ‘Memory’
Whether it’s dietary choices, travel preferences, or just day-to-day nuances, repeating yourself on basic facts to Bard or other artificial intelligence bots can get old fast. It makes them feel a lot like Google Assistant in its current, ridiculously stupid state. However, Google recognizes this with Bard, and is giving it a ‘Memory’ for things […]
Continue ReadingIntroducing Chromebook Plus: the new standard for fast, capable, fun-to-use devices [VIDEO]
Let’s face it: more and more Chromebooks are arriving every day, and finding the perfect device that will balance performance and affordability can be tough. Back when there were only a couple new Chromebooks introduced each year, it was far less difficult to sort the more-capable devices from the rest of the pack. These days, […]
Continue ReadingHow 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 […]
Continue ReadingSay goodbye to whole home audio: Nest devices can now only be in one speaker group at a time
Remember the Sonos lawsuit from last year where the company blamed Google for essentially stealing its speaker tech to make Google Home and Nest devices? Well, it seems that the ramifications of that may still unfolding. While there’s no direct evidence this is the cause of what I’m bout to tell you, I’m confident there’s […]
Continue Reading[U] Google’s Bard AI just got access to your Gmail, Drive, and more with these new extensions
Ever wished your AI companion could delve deep into your Google toolkit and help you knit everything together? Disappointed by how much Google Assistant sucks at doing this? Well, you probably remember Bard, Google’s fix, or rather, its likely soon-to-be replacement for Assistant’s internals in the near future. When it launched, not everyone was that […]
Continue ReadingLG 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 access to limitless legacy applications—be it Windows, Linux, SaaS, or internal […]
Continue ReadingThe fantastic Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 is at one of its lowest-ever prices today
Of the current Chromebooks on the market, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 and Duet 5 go on sale as regularly as any. The deals have been so frequent, in fact, that I’d tell most people to never buy either of these devices at full MSRP unless absolutely necessary. Generally, the Duet 3 drops by $100 […]
Continue ReadingGoogle announces nearly 20 new starters and actions to make your smart home less annoying
In a post on the Nest Community Forum today, Google unveiled a handful of new starters and actions for your smart home routines. Now, you can do things like change light effects, automatically open or close windows or blinds, adjust humidity levels, and even pause your TV or music when the doorbell rings. Devices can […]
Continue ReadingYouTube embraces the idea of AI generated music, outlines founding principles for artists
YouTube is launching a new AI music incubator and teaming up with musicians and producers from Universal Music Group, one of the biggest names in the music business. Together, they’re exploring the possibility of letting some of their talent enhance their work with artificial intelligence, but first, they’ve set some ground rules on how to […]
Continue ReadingGoogle introduces ‘SGE while browsing’ to summarize web articles and kill your attention span
Okay, obviously the title is a joke, but I feel the need to state it outright. If you’re someone who gets bogged down with long web articles (I know I tend to ramble sometimes), then you’ll probably be happy to hear that Google is introducing an AI-powered summaries feature for you. As a part of […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Photos introduces a new AI-powered scrapbook feature for your memories
Google is no stranger as of late to injecting artificial intelligence into its products and services. Today, it takes another step into that new identity by introducing a new “Memories View” in Google Photos. This is an AI-driven, scrapbook-like timeline feature is designed to automatically curate and organize your photos and videos on your behalf. […]
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