For quite some time now, we've been talking on and off again about Lacros and the decoupling of the Chrome browser from ChromeOS. The change - long in the tooth at this point - is finally set to start rolling out with ChromeOS 116, and along with it a few upgrades will arrive as well. Better … [Read more...] about Google says it will take nearly a year to fully decouple Chrome from ChromeOS
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Celebrate Google’s 25th anniversary with these playful Android wallpapers and discounts
Google's 25th anniversary is not just a milestone for the tech giant; it's a celebration that every Google user can partake in! From August 8th to August 22nd, Google Stores across the Asia-Pacific region are offering a 25% discount on Pixel phones, Nest smart speakers, Chromecasts, and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Google’s 25th anniversary with these playful Android wallpapers and discounts
Google Arts and Culture just got a redesign that will get you excited about living in the past
Google's Arts & Culture app is getting its very own "Material You" redesign, which should already be available to you if you have an Android device (iOS coming soon!) The app's new features encourage you to explore topics like art, food, fashion, craft, and science more than you probably have in … [Read more...] about Google Arts and Culture just got a redesign that will get you excited about living in the past
This ARM-powered Chromebook is one of my favorites and is only $249
One of my favorite Acer-made Chromebooks over the past few years has been the oft-forgotten Acer Chromebook 514. Now, don't get this particular 514 confused with others - there have been a bunch of them over the years with different processors, features, etc. The one I'm referring to is one of the … [Read more...] about This ARM-powered Chromebook is one of my favorites and is only $249
Google Messages just flicked the switch on end-to-end encryption for all RCS and group chats
Google just announced that all RCS conversations in Messages are now fully end-to-end encrypted, even in group chats. RCS stands for Rich Communication Services and is replacing traditional text and picture messaging, providing you with more dynamic and secure features. With RCS enabled, you can … [Read more...] about Google Messages just flicked the switch on end-to-end encryption for all RCS and group chats
New Nest Wi-Fi is clearly on the way: it’s just not clear why
Last fall, Google launched the Nest Wifi Pro router as an update to their aging Nest Wi-Fi series, integrating the more-advanced Wi-Fi 6E as the main, highlighted upgrade. Interestingly, in a departure from the prior iteration of the Nest Wi-Fi routers, this new Pro version did away with the idea of … [Read more...] about New Nest Wi-Fi is clearly on the way: it’s just not clear why
Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (5 of 5): Acer 317
I'm trying something a bit different with the slew of fantastic Back To School Chromebook deals currently circulating at Best Buy. While all the listings aren't necessarily devices I'd recommend (even when on sale), there are five of them that I think deserve attention. A lot of times, we'd throw … [Read more...] about Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (5 of 5): Acer 317
Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (4 of 5): Lenovo Slim 3
I'm trying something a bit different with the slew of fantastic Back To School Chromebook deals currently circulating at Best Buy. While all the listings aren't necessarily devices I'd recommend (even when on sale), there are five of them that I think deserve attention. A lot of times, we'd throw … [Read more...] about Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (4 of 5): Lenovo Slim 3
Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (3 of 5): HP x360 14c
I'm trying something a bit different with the slew of fantastic Back To School Chromebook deals currently circulating at Best Buy. While all the listings aren't necessarily devices I'd recommend (even when on sale), there are five of them that I think deserve attention. A lot of times, we'd throw … [Read more...] about Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (3 of 5): HP x360 14c
Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (2 of 5): Acer Spin 714
I'm trying something a bit different with the slew of fantastic Back To School Chromebook deals currently circulating at Best Buy. While all the listings aren't necessarily devices I'd recommend (even when on sale), there are five of them that I think deserve attention. A lot of times, we'd throw … [Read more...] about Back To School Chromebook Deals you don’t want to miss (2 of 5): Acer Spin 714
Google Keep is getting Version History and it’s rolling out now to all of your notes
While I was browsing Keep and messing with its tools to create our Back to School article on note taking today, I encountered a new menu item on a blank note. As you can see in the screenshot below, "Version history" is greyed out, but now a thing in Google Keep! Sadly, it says 'Coming soon', and … [Read more...] about Google Keep is getting Version History and it’s rolling out now to all of your notes
How to use Google Keep like a pro in the classroom
Back to School season is in full swing, and today, I wanted to equip you for success with quite honestly one of the best notetaking tools in the world (besides paper and pencil, of course!). Sure, it could make some improvements, and I'd kill for a Google-branded E Ink paper tablet for jotting … [Read more...] about How to use Google Keep like a pro in the classroom
