As the Pixel family of devices continues to grow, Pixel Feature Drops get larger and larger. With this latest update, there are some helpful new items for Pixel phones, but some of the more notable additions this time around come to the Pixel Watch. From oxygen levels to heartbeats to paused … [Read more...] about Google added some great new features for Pixel Watch in the latest Pixel Feature Drop
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Five annoying Google Chat Spaces issues that need to be fixed immediately
As Google Chat and Spaces in particular gain popularity, boasting over 50,000 active users, we must be open to point out its shortcomings as a platform.While it’s a great tool that’s helped me structure my life and work beyond any other solution I’ve tried in the past, it’s not perfect. Whether to … [Read more...] about Five annoying Google Chat Spaces issues that need to be fixed immediately
Google Lens will soon work with Bard, will also be able to identify skin conditions like rashes
Google Lens is a powerful visual search tool available in the Google app, on the web and via the search bar on your phone’s home screen (if you have an Android, of course). It allows you to search what you see in the world around you with your camera and helps simplify everyday tasks like shopping … [Read more...] about Google Lens will soon work with Bard, will also be able to identify skin conditions like rashes
Material You is still absent from ChromeOS 114, but you can turn it on with ease
I wrote at length about Material You on Chromebooks back in May, and I held to my word from that article: I've stayed in the Beta Channel of ChromeOS 114 since that time for the sake of keeping Material You as a part of my daily Chromebook experience. If you've not used a Chromebook with Material … [Read more...] about Material You is still absent from ChromeOS 114, but you can turn it on with ease
“Cloud Worker” by Cameyo simplifies BYOD and managed device deployment
Cameyo is an industry-leading cloud-native virtualization solution that allows enterprises to seamlessly deliver any application to any device without the need to run a full Windows OS instance. The Cameyo Virtual App Delivery platform has rapidly become the go-to solution for companies that have … [Read more...] about “Cloud Worker” by Cameyo simplifies BYOD and managed device deployment
I knew I wasn’t the only one using Google Recorder for karaoke and rap lyrics
Last week, I covered the new editing tools that Google Recorder was receiving on the web. The ability to splice and crop audio was really one of the primary features many people I spoke to said was missing, and the company finally added it. Sure, the tool is still fairly utilitarian, but that’s … [Read more...] about I knew I wasn’t the only one using Google Recorder for karaoke and rap lyrics
Google News gets ‘Following’ page update for local stories, Material You widget redesign
I have a love-hate relationship with Google News, but that relationship is understandable to an extent. It’s a beautiful app that’s minimal and informative, but at the same time, I don’t favor waking up to the worst kind of news I’ve ever read and lacking features most other news apps … [Read more...] about Google News gets ‘Following’ page update for local stories, Material You widget redesign
ChromeOS 114 brings some new goodies but I’m here for the Emoji picker
The latest ChromeOS release was a tad behind schedule this time around and while we weren't expecting much in this update, there are some cool new features that may be of interest to you. As of today, most eligible devices should have received the update to ChromeOS 114. If you're unsure if yours is … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 114 brings some new goodies but I’m here for the Emoji picker
Google Photos on the web gets a huge photo editing boost
Google has just unpacked a whole case of good news specifically targeted towards those of us that love using Google Photos on the web. While the feature set for Photos on the web always lags behind what you see in the Android app (which is also available for Chromebooks, by the way), there's … [Read more...] about Google Photos on the web gets a huge photo editing boost
How to create a Gantt chart in Google Sheets with the new Smart Canvas Timeline view
Are you tired of hearing me talk about Google’s new Smart Canvas features yet? Well, I like the sound of my own voice (or in this case, the sound of my fingers clicking and clacking on my keyboard), so I’m going to keep gushing about how great they are. Today, I’m going to show you how to use the … [Read more...] about How to create a Gantt chart in Google Sheets with the new Smart Canvas Timeline view
Now that I’m using Google Tasks a lot more, I wish it had a ‘Today’ view like its competitors
Ever since Google nixed the Calendar reminders for Keep and Assistant, I’ve been a bit salty, but I’m quickly coming around to the idea of a combined task and reminder system with Google Tasks. Setting a deadline for a task is pretty much the same exact thing, after all. That being said, I’m still … [Read more...] about Now that I’m using Google Tasks a lot more, I wish it had a ‘Today’ view like its competitors
The versatile Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3i is already $70 off and that’s a steal
Looking for a late-model convertible Chromebook that won't break the bank but also isn't a piece of garbage? Today is your lucky day. Lenovo's new Chromebook Flex 3i is a budget-friendly 2-in-1 that's powered by Intel's latest small-core processors. The Flex 3i features a crispy 16:10 12.2" display … [Read more...] about The versatile Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3i is already $70 off and that’s a steal
