This week on The Chrome Cast, we diverged into a bit of slightly-foreign territory. While the show starts with some new leaks that have surfaced surrounding the Pixel Watch 2, we switched gears on a bit of a whim to the new Apple Vision Pro and stayed on that topic for longer than we would have … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 230: Pixel Watch 2, Apple Vision Pro, and ASUS Vibe CX34
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Google Passwords for desktop Chrome is getting biometric authentication
On The Keyword blog today, Google revealed its plans to enhance the password manager in Chrome for desktop. These new features were previously only available on mobile devices. One of the standout additions discussed is biometric authentication. You’ll now have the option to use your device’s … [Read more...] about Google Passwords for desktop Chrome is getting biometric authentication
Google Keep is looking a bit more slick with the latest Material You design tweaks
Google Keep is still battling with the new Google Docs Smart Canvas features for the top spot in my favorite apps the company has released over the years. It’s not often it gets updates as the tech giant likes to keep it simple for the large middle type of user, but when it does, it’s usually to add … [Read more...] about Google Keep is looking a bit more slick with the latest Material You design tweaks
It looks like Acer may be making a Qi wireless charging Chromebox, too
Not to be outdone in the Chromebox game where Acer has had quite a bit of success, it looks like the prolific Chromebook maker may be aping another company in making a Chromebox with the added - and useful - benefit of wireless charging baked into the lid portion. Though Chromeboxes tend to be … [Read more...] about It looks like Acer may be making a Qi wireless charging Chromebox, too
IDC study explores the acceleration of ChromeOS adoption, thanks to Virtual App Delivery
The global COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the workplace permanently. As the hybrid work model has become the new standard for thousands of companies, cloud-first operating systems such as ChromeOS have taken center stage. The need for lightweight, cloud-centric infrastructures has led many companies … [Read more...] about IDC study explores the acceleration of ChromeOS adoption, thanks to Virtual App Delivery
How to use the awesome, new Data Extraction Smart Canvas feature in Google Sheets
There's a ton to explore in the revamped Google Workspace apps. By adding dynamic and interactive Smart Canvas elements, Google is essentially rewriting Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail and more at their very core. Seriously, if you're not using these features yet, you're missing out big time. While … [Read more...] about How to use the awesome, new Data Extraction Smart Canvas feature in Google Sheets
“I don’t know, but I found these results”: Google Assistant appears to be quiet quitting this year
I've been on the offensive against Google Assistant this year, and I'm not ashamed of it either. The virtual assistant has gone from world class to dumber than a box of rocks. It consistently fails to respond, toggle lights, performs completely unrelated actions, and more. It's just so bad that I … [Read more...] about “I don’t know, but I found these results”: Google Assistant appears to be quiet quitting this year
With only three weeks before arrival, all Pixel Fold variants are available for order again
A little over a week ago, a shocking revelation came in the form of a version of the expensive Pixel Fold already being sold out at the Google Store. While I'm wildly excited for this device and have been waiting on it for a couple of years at this point, I tend to think that won't be the general … [Read more...] about With only three weeks before arrival, all Pixel Fold variants are available for order again
You can now edit your clips with Google’s web-based audio recorder
Google's web-based audio recorder is picking up a new trick - editing! First spotted by 9to5Google, you can now do more than just listen to clips you recorded on your phone via the app, read the transcripts that were automatically generated or organize them. A new 'Edit recording' button has … [Read more...] about You can now edit your clips with Google’s web-based audio recorder
Minecraft for Chromebook has finally arrived
Back in January, rumors arose that indicated that Mojang could finally be bringing an official build of Minecraft to ChromeOS. It didn't take long for those rumors to be substantiated. In February, Mojang announced a limited access trial of Minecraft on Chromebooks that gave users in select markets … [Read more...] about Minecraft for Chromebook has finally arrived
Don’t miss this deal on the Pixel Buds Pro just in time for Father’s Day
As Father's Day gifts go, tech-based presents always top the list for me when I'm trying to figure out what to buy. There's not always a clear-cut gift path that fits my buying habits, however, and some years it just isn't in the cards. I don't know about you, but I'm not buying iPads, phones, … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this deal on the Pixel Buds Pro just in time for Father’s Day
Google Chat now has Smart Compose to help you autocomplete your sentences
I'm sure you're all fairly familiar with the idea of Smart Compose now in Gmail and on your Android phone. Start typing and Google will make suggestions in a light gray color to the right of what you've already written. While not something I always use as my mind is already prepared to finish a … [Read more...] about Google Chat now has Smart Compose to help you autocomplete your sentences
