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ChatGPT is on the way to an Android device near you with an official app
In the event that you have somehow missed all the hype/fear/excitement over ChatGPT, perhaps a recap is in order. ChatGPT is a highly sophisticated AI chatbot built to deliver state-of-the-art language modeling techniques. Its claim to fame is the ability to replicate human-like conversation, … [Read more...] about ChatGPT is on the way to an Android device near you with an official app
Line editing content in Google Docs with others is about to get a whole lot easier
In recent memory, Google Docs gave you a bunch of extra control over formatting by letting you view non-printing characters, toggle page numbers and default styles, indent headers based on levels and more. Now, it's adding numbers for every line of the document (which can be toggled as well) to help … [Read more...] about Line editing content in Google Docs with others is about to get a whole lot easier
Don’t miss this huge deal on the latest, greatest Chromebook from Acer
While we're still waiting for our review unit of the latest, higher-end Chromebook from Acer - the new Chromebook Spin 714 - that doesn't mean we don't already know enough about this device to easily and enthusiastically recommend it. Taking more than just a design cue from the last-gen Acer … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this huge deal on the latest, greatest Chromebook from Acer
Google Pixel Fold: My thoughts after actually using it [VIDEO]
There's no denying that the foldable phone form factor spices up the somewhat boring smartphone market. As with any new phone, there are usually awesome, new features and there are failures; and the Pixel Fold is no exception. After actually spending some time with it as my primary phone, I have … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Fold: My thoughts after actually using it [VIDEO]
Google Tasks officially freed from its side bar prison, can now be used standalone on the web
Google Tasks, once a standalone website, was transitioned into the Gmail Sidebar as part of the company's new "integrated workspace" strategy. This strategy aimed at streamlining productivity by housing multiple tools and apps, including Meet and Chat, in one central location: Gmail. As the approach … [Read more...] about Google Tasks officially freed from its side bar prison, can now be used standalone on the web
Google Photos is getting another visual design overhaul, features a pill-shaped nav drawer
Google Photos appears to be testing a significant interface overhaul. As reported by @Nail_Sadykov, an editor for the Google News Telegram Channel, there's a fresh Google Photos UI design making the rounds, and it seems to divert quite significantly from Google's current design principles. Most … [Read more...] about Google Photos is getting another visual design overhaul, features a pill-shaped nav drawer
Chrome continues its work on the Tab Groups Save feature, but it’s still busted and useless
Chrome introduced the idea of saving tab groups for later a long time ago. In fact, we first reported on it over two years ago! Since then, Google has done little to develop the feature. Worse still, it's done little to even make it usable. From creating the feature to showing saved tab groups on … [Read more...] about Chrome continues its work on the Tab Groups Save feature, but it’s still busted and useless
Google Assistant is finally going to get a bit of generative AI
Google Assistant looks to finally be on the receiving end of some generative AI and will soon be able to condense long passages of website text into manageable, clear-cut summaries. An update is being worked on in the Google app beta version 14.29 and a new "Summarize" feature has been spotted by … [Read more...] about Google Assistant is finally going to get a bit of generative AI
Pokémon Sleep is now available and it could be a game changer for your kids’ bedtime routine
Pokémon trainers (and masters alike) have been eagerly awaiting the release of Pokémon Sleep for the past four years, and the day has finally arrived. The app, now available for download on both Android and iOS, aims not only to promote more sleep, but also to enhance the quality of your … [Read more...] about Pokémon Sleep is now available and it could be a game changer for your kids’ bedtime routine
Google’s Tensor G3 in the Pixel 8 will be more powerful, but here’s what it needs to be truly great
Google's Tensor G3, the newest version of the company's silicon set to power the upcoming Pixel 8 series, and from the looks of it, Tensor G3 will be an upgrade over G2 in some key ways. Detailed by Android Authority, the new chip's spec sheet certainly promises better overall performance, a … [Read more...] about Google’s Tensor G3 in the Pixel 8 will be more powerful, but here’s what it needs to be truly great
Chrome’s tab strip on Android tablets is ridiculous and it needs to borrow from ChromeOS
Tablets - as a general tech item - are here to stay. While the iPad still rules the day, Android tablets have carved out a niche thanks primarily to their versatility and usually lower prices. With the release of the Pixel Tablet, I really tried to give Android tablets a real try again, but I was … [Read more...] about Chrome’s tab strip on Android tablets is ridiculous and it needs to borrow from ChromeOS
