Since we first came across the 'Geralt' baseboard back in February, I've been beyond excited thinking about the devices this development unit will end up producing. With the new MediaTek MT8188 on board and what looks to be at least a follow-up to both the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 and Duet 5 both … [Read more...] about Early benchmarks for new Chromebook tablet ‘Geralt’ show nice performance improvements
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Goodbye Google Play Movies and TV: Android TV now features its own ‘Shop’ tab
Today, Google introduced a new 'Shop' tab for Android TV to help you easily discover and buy new movies and shows. You can browse and buy directly on Android TV without needing to open other apps or grab your phone. Google Play Movies and TV used to be used for this, but with the introduction of … [Read more...] about Goodbye Google Play Movies and TV: Android TV now features its own ‘Shop’ tab
Google releases ‘Perspectives’, could help you get personalized answers in Search
Back during Google I/O last month, Google shared a new tool that it planned to release which would allocate many different viewpoints in Search to further personalize the information you'd have returned for your query. This way, you'd have less little blue links and more useful data to make a … [Read more...] about Google releases ‘Perspectives’, could help you get personalized answers in Search
You can save $50 off NFL Sunday Ticket for a limited time
Since Google and YouTube announced the news that many NFL fans have been waiting ages for - the removal of NFL Sunday Ticket from the clutches of DirecTV - many of us have already locked in the deal that will give us unlimited access to nearly every NFL game every Sunday. And if you signed up … [Read more...] about You can save $50 off NFL Sunday Ticket for a limited time
Google offers DIY repair for the Pixel Fold
Right to Repair has been a hot topic for some years and there has been a growing push in the past decade for "fair repair" legislation as it applies to consumer electronics. In the simplest of terms, Right to Repair gives consumers and independent repair shops access to OEM parts, manuals, diagrams … [Read more...] about Google offers DIY repair for the Pixel Fold
The Chromebook Battery Saver is taking shape to allow better battery life on the go
Back in March of this year, we posted about a new Battery Saver on the way to ChromeOS. While there is an Energy Saver for the Chrome browser already out in there in the world, this OS-level battery saver would obviously be meant for Chromebook users: not those on MacOS, Windows, or Linux. While … [Read more...] about The Chromebook Battery Saver is taking shape to allow better battery life on the go
Google is bringing its excellent Workspace Calendar scheduling feature to One subscribers
Google is now bringing its awesome Calendar Scheduling feature to everyone, making it easier than ever to set up one-off meetings or grab coffee with a friend. This update builds on the appointment scheduling functionality that was initially announced in 2021 for Google Workspace Individual … [Read more...] about Google is bringing its excellent Workspace Calendar scheduling feature to One subscribers
Signs point to a new version of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 in the works
We've been talking quite a bit about a new set of Chromebooks on the way that utilize the upcoming MediaTek MT8188 SoC. Known only as 'Geralt' for now, the baseboard for these devices is being tested with all sorts of hardware in preparation for variations to begin showing up. As we've seen with … [Read more...] about Signs point to a new version of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 in the works
Pixel Tablet team addresses feedback, features and future updates
Last week, the Pixel Tablet product team opened a Q&A in the Google Support Forum where users could submit feedback, express concerns, and ask general questions about Google's new Android tablet that doubles as a smart display. As expected, the submissions were broad and while there was a bit of … [Read more...] about Pixel Tablet team addresses feedback, features and future updates
Good news: You won’t have to track down Google Workspace file access requests anymore
Remember all of those times when you have someone in your Google Workspace organization request access to a file you recently created or shared? Even if you shared it with the correct email address, they often come back and ask you to approve their personal account out of laziness since they refuse … [Read more...] about Good news: You won’t have to track down Google Workspace file access requests anymore
This Google Home-compatible 2K Smart Camera system is $200 off today only
If you live in the Google ecosystem like we do, chances are decent that you own or have considered purchasing a Nest Camera or other Nest Smart home device. There are some distinct advantages to buying a Nest-branded smart home system. Most notably, you can subscribe to Nest Aware and link all of … [Read more...] about This Google Home-compatible 2K Smart Camera system is $200 off today only
The first deflating report of Pixel Fold screen failure is pretty rough
No hardware launch is ever going to go off without a hitch. With the early "reviews" (reviewing a device as complex as the Pixel Fold in a week feels like a stretch to me) and hands-on videos out on the internet for the Pixel Fold as of yesterday, it seems the reviewer crowd is mostly positive when … [Read more...] about The first deflating report of Pixel Fold screen failure is pretty rough
