I'm no artist. Let me be perfectly clear on that point. If you've watched any number of Chromebook unboxing or reviews we've done, you can see pretty quickly that not only am I not a gifted sketch artist; I'm also pretty bad at plain old writing as well. Today's coming-soon Chromebook feature … [Read more...] about Chromebooks to get settings menu for drawing and graphics tablets
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New Pixel 8 leaks detail faster charging, bigger batteries, and next-gen Wi-Fi
As we are now firmly in the summer months, details and leaks surrounding Google's Pixel lineup for the fall hardware event are basically inevitable. As we turn the corner on the 8th generation of Google's own in-house phones, we fully expect to know the whole story leading up to the now-standard … [Read more...] about New Pixel 8 leaks detail faster charging, bigger batteries, and next-gen Wi-Fi
Google Messages starts rolling out direct quote replies on desktop
Google Messages for desktop takes the same model as Whatsapp and other popular applications and provides a Google-owned version of the "scan the QR code and see your messages in a web app" model. It's far from perfect, and the experience differs a bunch depending on whether you're using Google Fi, … [Read more...] about Google Messages starts rolling out direct quote replies on desktop
Google Calendar on Android will soon let you share events like you share links or images
Have you ever wanted to blast out a Google Calendar event you're organizing to a large number of people in your organization without having to spin up Gmail? If only there were a way to grab a direct link to an event and share it in a group chat or something of the sort instead of having to collect … [Read more...] about Google Calendar on Android will soon let you share events like you share links or images
Walmart is making an event cheaper Onn. Streaming Stick with Google TV
This is one I did not see coming. After releasing what I would call the absolute go-to streaming box you can buy right now in the Onn. Streaming Box with Google TV (super creative name, right?), it looks like Walmart is prepping another model that streams at only 1080p as well and will obviously … [Read more...] about Walmart is making an event cheaper Onn. Streaming Stick with Google TV
Google Chat is getting new tools to help you reply to messages faster, better express yourself
Google Chat is introducing a range of new features to enhance you and your organization's experience. These updates aim to help you reply faster to messages on the go, in meetings or when you're just super busy and to help you express yourself in new and appropriate ways. To be clear, we've already … [Read more...] about Google Chat is getting new tools to help you reply to messages faster, better express yourself
Google is cutting a bunch of jobs at Waze as it continues its efforts to merge with Maps
In a new report from CNBC, which was also confirmed by Google, Waze is laying off a number of employees as the company closes its advertising branch. In its place, Waze will start using the same ads system as Google Maps - just another instance of the tech giant attempting to merge the 140 million … [Read more...] about Google is cutting a bunch of jobs at Waze as it continues its efforts to merge with Maps
My main frustration with the Pixel Fold so far has everything to do with the web
As a guy who has been waiting a very long time for the Pixel Fold, you can absolutely trust that I want to see everything about this phone with rose-colored glasses. I want it to be better at tasks than other phones. I want it to be more fun to use and I want it to be so good that going back to a … [Read more...] about My main frustration with the Pixel Fold so far has everything to do with the web
‘Buy on Google’ for Google Shopping is shutting down in favor of a more streamlined experience
During the Google Marketing Live event last year, Google revealed upcoming changes to enhance the customer shopping experience. Starting from September 26, 2023, 'Buy on Google' for Google Search and Shopping will cease to exist, except for Buy on Google for YouTube, which will remain active for … [Read more...] about ‘Buy on Google’ for Google Shopping is shutting down in favor of a more streamlined experience
Chrome Password Manager may soon let you share your passwords with others (Canary)
A recent Tweet by Leopeva64 has revealed a new feature in development for Chrome's password manager that will allow you to share your passwords with others. Previously, Google focused on internal storage and editing, but given the growing popularity of third-party password managers like LastPass and … [Read more...] about Chrome Password Manager may soon let you share your passwords with others (Canary)
Top 5 Chromebook deals of the week June 29, 2023
Chromebook deals are a little dry this week but that doesn't mean that you can score some big savings. I've dug around and found some solid discounts on a variety of devices for just about any use case or budget. From tablets to massive 17.3" Chromebooks, we've got a little bit of everything. Enjoy. … [Read more...] about Top 5 Chromebook deals of the week June 29, 2023
The fiery Samsung Galaxy Chromebook hits its lowest-ever price and may finally make sense
It's been three and a half years since we first laid eyes on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook at CES 2020. It's wild to think of all that has transpired in that time both in the world at large and in the ChromeOS space. Back then, I fully thought the Galaxy Chromebook was going to be the … [Read more...] about The fiery Samsung Galaxy Chromebook hits its lowest-ever price and may finally make sense
