If you're familiar with the Google Docs editing experience on Android either on your phone or tablet, you'll know that it's kind of annoying. Instead of tapping a document to open it and begin editing, you're forced to open it and then to tap a pencil icon at the bottom right in order to start … [Read more...] about Google Docs for Android is making editing less annoying by cutting out the extra tap
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New Gmail feature lets you schedule meetings easier with “offer times you’re free”
Google is once again adding useful features to Gmail that make the things we do inside email just a bit easier and more streamlined. This time around, they are integrating a new feature that streamlines the process of scheduling meetings. It's a slick-looking approach for all Gmail users, … [Read more...] about New Gmail feature lets you schedule meetings easier with “offer times you’re free”
How to save images from Google Docs and Google Slides and use them elsewhere
I love Google Docs - I mean, I seriously love it. Ever since Google added Smart Canvas and Pageless view mode completely reinventing its web-based word processor, I've started using it for journaling among other things that I probably would have kept in Google Keep in the past. Anyway, despite … [Read more...] about How to save images from Google Docs and Google Slides and use them elsewhere
Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds Pro reach their lowest-ever prices for Prime Day
OK, so I have to address the elephant in the room for this one. Yesterday, I pointed to the fact that - for Chromebooks, at least - Best Buy's Black Friday in July sales are better than what we're seeing over at Amazon. For Chromebooks, this means the difference in taking advantage of great deals … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds Pro reach their lowest-ever prices for Prime Day
How to use the Google Drive ‘Approvals’ feature to streamline collaboration with your team
Google Drive has become a popular platform for efficient digital collaboration, offering a range of features that enhance productivity and teamwork. One such powerful tool is Approvals, designed to gather valuable feedback on your files before sharing or finalizing them. Today, we'll explore the … [Read more...] about How to use the Google Drive ‘Approvals’ feature to streamline collaboration with your team
Pixel Fold early adopters: your July Pixel update is here and rolling out
Google is having quite the summer in terms of new hardware. With the Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, and the Pixel Fold all hitting within just a couple months, the Google Hardware team has been busy to say the least. Still, with all the new devices out there finally hitting users' hands, Google has … [Read more...] about Pixel Fold early adopters: your July Pixel update is here and rolling out
Google patent automatically switches your phone to Airplane mode with pressure, altitude change, more
Per a new listing on the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and Parkifly (Kudos, Phone Arena!), Google has filed a patent for something called "Activating a Connected Flight Mode". This new innovation is just that - innovative! It seeks to automagically swap your cell data off and … [Read more...] about Google patent automatically switches your phone to Airplane mode with pressure, altitude change, more
Prime Day Chromebook deals stink, so try Best Buy’s Black Friday in July instead
Just yesterday we gathered up all the best Chromebook deals that are a part of Best Buy's Black Friday in July event. And there are a bunch of them. From convertibles to tablets to gaming Chromebooks, there is basically something for everyone looking to find a great deal on a Chromebook over on … [Read more...] about Prime Day Chromebook deals stink, so try Best Buy’s Black Friday in July instead
3 new ways to leverage Chrome on Apple iOS devices
Google is constantly making changes to deliver an exceptional browsing experience to all users, regardless of their OS of choice. Between Android and iOS, we tend to see different abilities leveraged for the different user bases, and with these latest additions for iOS, Google is bringing some of … [Read more...] about 3 new ways to leverage Chrome on Apple iOS devices
Google can now claim #2 smartphone brand status in Japan
The smartphone market - largely dominated by big players like Apple and Samsung - has been traditionally challenging for newer players to find their place. Yet, Google's Pixel series is making remarkable strides in this highly-competitive space, particularly in Japan: a market known for its fierce … [Read more...] about Google can now claim #2 smartphone brand status in Japan
Google to move to a fully-custom SoC with Tensor G5 in 2025
A new report from The Information (via:9to5 Google) highlights that Google is actively transitioning its Tensor G5 chip development from Samsung to the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). In an ambitious step towards hardware independence, Google originally planned to roll out its … [Read more...] about Google to move to a fully-custom SoC with Tensor G5 in 2025
How to remove duplicate or empty rows in Google Sheets
Duplicate rows or empty rows can often be found in Google Sheets, and they can create clutter and hinder data analysis. This may occur when data is accidentally copied or imported multiple times, while empty rows may result from removing things and forgetting you did so, for example! The good … [Read more...] about How to remove duplicate or empty rows in Google Sheets
