Well, this was a pleasant surprise to wake up to. As an avid gamer, I'm always looking forward to finding new ways to discover what I can play on my Chromebook, as well as my phone and other dedicated handhelds. Historically, Chromebooks have not been for gaming, but with the introduction of Android … [Read more...] about ChromeOS Discover app getting a new Apps and Games section to help you find things to play
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Wasserstein launches another charging station, this time without the Pixel Watch cradle
Wasserstein, a company that's long since specialized in creating custom accessories for Google and Nest products, has just released a new 2-in-1 charging station for Pixel devices. This follows the launch of their 3-in-1 charging station last year, which could charge a Pixel phone, Pixel Buds, and a … [Read more...] about Wasserstein launches another charging station, this time without the Pixel Watch cradle
Sleep timer, Episodes for later, and more: How to use the new podcast features in YouTube Music
With podcasts finally launching on YouTube Music and becoming widely available on the platform as of yesterday (at least for the United States), I realize that they're not for everyone. However, as someone who's keen to ditch Google Podcasts and have everything in one place where I already listen to … [Read more...] about Sleep timer, Episodes for later, and more: How to use the new podcast features in YouTube Music
The OnePlus Pad proves manufacturers need to make better Chromebook tablets
Chromebook tablets: it seems we always come back to this topic, don't we? I've waxed poetic about tablets in the past, bemoaning the fact that they don't always have a place between my large-screened phone and my portable Chromebook, yet they always find a way to be alluring nonetheless. I won't … [Read more...] about The OnePlus Pad proves manufacturers need to make better Chromebook tablets
Score $150 off a Pixel Watch when you pick up a Pixel 7 Pro
It's no secret that we are absolutely geeked about Google's upcoming release of the first-ever Pixel Fold smart phone. That said, I still stand by my opinion that the Pixel 7 Pro is the best overall Android device of 2022 and it is still worth its salt six months later. Powered by Google's own … [Read more...] about Score $150 off a Pixel Watch when you pick up a Pixel 7 Pro
Get one while you can: the Sparkling Black HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook is back
I'll make this short and sweet. Why? Well, because this particular Chromebook seems to be selling out faster than HP can get inventory. Of course, we're talking about the ultra-premium HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook that has been in and out of stock on HP's website since its debut back in mid March. … [Read more...] about Get one while you can: the Sparkling Black HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook is back
HP releases a new 15.6″ Chromebook with 12th Gen Intel processors
HP has steadily become a leader in ChromeOS devices that range from inexpensive to ultra-premium. In the shadow of the company's exciting release of the Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, HP is quietly releasing new iterations of its most popular devices that bring the latest 12th Gen Intel CPUs to the … [Read more...] about HP releases a new 15.6″ Chromebook with 12th Gen Intel processors
Microsoft Edge is sending the sites you visit to Bing
Welcome to 2023 where generative AI is all the rage and Microsoft's web browser is built on Chromium. What a crazy time to live in. Am I right? Seriously though, Microsoft's Edge browser is the third largest browser by market share behind Safari and Google's own Chrome. Three years ago, Microsoft … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge is sending the sites you visit to Bing
This helpful change to Chrome on Android is a huge time saver for me
On your phone at this point in 2023, you fully expect the vast majority of the internet to be formatted for the screen in your pocket. It took us some time, but 5-10 years after the first iPhone hit the market, web developers universally realized that websites had to not only look great and fit on … [Read more...] about This helpful change to Chrome on Android is a huge time saver for me
Podcasts on YouTube Music are now available, but only for users in the United States
After much build-up surrounding the release of podcasts on YouTube and YouTube Music, Google has now announced them officially. Over on the company's YouTube Music Help page, it was revealed today that by visiting the YouTube Music app, you'll now see a 'Podcasts' tab across the top as pictured in … [Read more...] about Podcasts on YouTube Music are now available, but only for users in the United States
Google Meet is finally going 1080p: see if your account can take advantage
Announced just a few days ago, Google looks to finally be bringing 1080p video streams to Google Meet for many of its paying users. We'll talk about who's in and who's out shortly, but this change is a big deal as it gets Meet on the same level as rivals like Zoom and Microsoft Teams that have had … [Read more...] about Google Meet is finally going 1080p: see if your account can take advantage
Uh oh, Google’s Authenticator app now cloud syncs your codes, and they’re not E2E encrypted
Google just announced on its Security Blog that the company's Authenticator app is getting not only a redesign with a new, modernized logo but also, and finally account synchronization for your codes! The app never used to cloud sync your authentication codes, leading to much frustration and … [Read more...] about Uh oh, Google’s Authenticator app now cloud syncs your codes, and they’re not E2E encrypted
