This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend the vast majority of the show discussing what we're expecting to see from Google at I/O 2023. With the Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold leaking entirely in the past couple weeks, it will be a packed event full of all sorts of software updates and many … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 225: everything we’re excited to see at Google I/O 2023
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Give your Android games the Nintendo Switch treatment with this sweet Console Launcher app
Those who are into game emulation will hopefully be familiar with the excellent Daijisho frontend app, which beautifully displays their classic titles. But what about those of us who want to display our Android games in a more appealing manner than the Google Play Games app or the default Android … [Read more...] about Give your Android games the Nintendo Switch treatment with this sweet Console Launcher app
Google Tasks Chromebook shelf widget inbound, could provide quick access to your To-Do list
The Chromebook experience has recently been enhanced with the addition of the beautiful Calendar widget on the ChromeOS shelf, which links directly to your Google Account to display upcoming events. However, Google seems to be far from done when it comes to packing more productivity value into your … [Read more...] about Google Tasks Chromebook shelf widget inbound, could provide quick access to your To-Do list
Bard AI may be coming to Pixel phones with a dedicated widget
We've said it many times around here, but I'll say it again: AI is moving fast these days. While just a few months ago none of us gave a passing thought to anything like ChatGPT or Bard on a daily basis, we now find ourselves thinking and talking about AI on a very regular basis these days; and … [Read more...] about Bard AI may be coming to Pixel phones with a dedicated widget
Grab the powerful Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming Chromebook and save $130
Looking for a powerful, late-model Chromebook that's feature rich but won't break the bank? Maybe you're looking to upgrade your current Chromebook to take advantage of the latest cloud-gaming services available to ChromeOS. Perhaps you just want a cool looking laptop with a crispy display and a … [Read more...] about Grab the powerful Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming Chromebook and save $130
Grab a new Pixel 7 Pro at the lowest price of the year
Just in case you missed it, Google went ahead and made the Pixel Fold official yesterday and we're chomping at the bit to get our hands on one whenever it becomes available. Of course, we expect to see the Pixel 7a released at next week's Google I/O event and it is plausible that Google will tease … [Read more...] about Grab a new Pixel 7 Pro at the lowest price of the year
Memory Saver for Chrome will soon off a “Never deactivate on this site” option
Back in February, Google rolled out Chrome's Memory and Energy Saver modes for everyone, and it's designed to help make the browser up to 30% more efficient. It seems that the company is already adding improvements as a few new features have been spotted by our friend Leopeva64 on Twitter. Chrome … [Read more...] about Memory Saver for Chrome will soon off a “Never deactivate on this site” option
Why next-gen Chromebook tablets may finally give us a great overall ChromeOS pen experience [VIDEO]
USI pen support has been a thing for Chromebooks for quite some time now, but that doesn't really mean that the experience has been what most users want in a stylus for their Chromebook. Artists aside, what most users are really after is the ability to take solid notes and make simple sketches on … [Read more...] about Why next-gen Chromebook tablets may finally give us a great overall ChromeOS pen experience [VIDEO]
Google’s Apple AirTag competitor to be called ‘Nest Locator Tag’, makes its first appearance
As we previously covered, Google is working on an Apple AirTag competitor that will be used to help you keep track of your belongings like keys or luggage using a UWB Bluetooth signal. Now, discovered within the Material Icons reference page Google provides for developers is an icon for a "Nest … [Read more...] about Google’s Apple AirTag competitor to be called ‘Nest Locator Tag’, makes its first appearance
Google finally confirms the Pixel Fold is coming on May 10th at Google I/O 2023
As I said yesterday about the press renders that leaked for the Pixel 7a, the leak culture we find ourselves embroiled in these days makes big reveals feel a lot smaller than they once did. Such is the case with the latest tease from the Made By Google Twitter account that finally - FINALLY - sees … [Read more...] about Google finally confirms the Pixel Fold is coming on May 10th at Google I/O 2023
Chrome 113: WebGPU, better video calls, NTP Journeys and more
ChromeOS 113 is scheduled for release today but while we wait, let's talk about the Chrome browser for desktop. Rolled out earlier this week, the update to Chrome 113 isn't overly exciting but there are some key feature updates and additions worth noting. If you haven't received the update on your … [Read more...] about Chrome 113: WebGPU, better video calls, NTP Journeys and more
Google boldly proclaims the beginning of the end of the password with official Passkeys launch
It's been two days shy of a year since Google announced Passkeys, a new login method that eliminates the need for traditional passwords for apps and website logins. In an official blog post today, the company revealed that Passkeys are now available to all users, marking a significant step forward … [Read more...] about Google boldly proclaims the beginning of the end of the password with official Passkeys launch
