BOOM! Pixel Drop. The first batch of new Pixel-specific features has finally arrived for 2023. Past Pixel Drops generally focused on new features for the latest Pixel phones but this time around, Google has plonked down a plethora of updates for older devices and even some new tricks for the Pixel … [Read more...] about The first Pixel Drop of 2023 has arrived with faster Night Sight, Fall Detection and much more
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Google Play Games for PC is receiving six new titles and is headed to Japan and Europe
Ladies and gentlemen, hold on to your hats because Google Play Games for PC is expanding and it's bringing six new games to the service! That's right, during the Google for Games Summit, the company announced that it would launch beyond its current availability and land in Japan and Europe over the … [Read more...] about Google Play Games for PC is receiving six new titles and is headed to Japan and Europe
Google is adding Generative AI to Docs and Gmail to help you get started writing
Google is always looking for ways to help its users work smarter and more efficiently. In recent years, the company has made great strides in using AI and machine learning to give users features like Smart Compose, Smart Reply, Docs Summaries, and more. Now, it's taking things to the next level with … [Read more...] about Google is adding Generative AI to Docs and Gmail to help you get started writing
AMD is still in the mix as new Ryzen 6000 Chromebooks begin development
You'd be forgiven for forgetting that there are more AMD-powered Chromebooks on the way at some point in the future. Thus far, AMD Chromebooks haven't really caught on and have continually been eclipsed by devices with silicon from Intel, MediaTek, and Qualcomm on the inside. It's not that AMD … [Read more...] about AMD is still in the mix as new Ryzen 6000 Chromebooks begin development
The powerful Acer Chromebook Spin 714 is $230 off and that’s a steal
Apparently, Monday is a great day to buy a new Chromebook! I've already highlighted two killer deals on two powerful gaming Chromebooks along with some serious savings on the best ChromeOS tablet on the market. If those deals don't tickle your fancy, you're in luck. I have one more deal up my sleeve … [Read more...] about The powerful Acer Chromebook Spin 714 is $230 off and that’s a steal
Making GIFs with your Chromebook is about to become very simple
Of all the mediums out there used to communicate a thought or phrase, perhaps none is as perfect as the animated GIF. Grabbing just the right scene from a show or movie can get your point across like nothing else, and finding the right GIF when you need it most is one of the great pleasures of 21st … [Read more...] about Making GIFs with your Chromebook is about to become very simple
It looks like a new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 sequel is in the works
Now this is a sequel I can get very, very excited about! As what I would call the best overall ChromeOS tablet you can purchase right now, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 absolutely deserves a sequel like we saw in the Duet 3 (upgraded from the original 10-inch Duet). The Duet 5 gets so many parts of … [Read more...] about It looks like a new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 sequel is in the works
Unbeatable Deal: Get $120 off the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 at Best Buy!
I woke up this morning to discover that Best Buy has discounted quite a few of our favorite Chromebooks and you stand to save as much as $200 on a late-model, premium ChromeOS laptop. I'll be sharing out my weekly Top 5 Deals post later today but first, I wanted to give you the heads up on a few … [Read more...] about Unbeatable Deal: Get $120 off the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 at Best Buy!
Deal Alert: Take $200 off of these powerful Gaming Chromebooks
The newly released gaming Chromebooks from Acer, ASUS, and Lenovo are so much more than just niche laptops for those that enjoy some casual game play. Offering the latest Intel processors, ample amounts of RAM and storage, and many of the features you'd expect from a premium Chromebook, these … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Take $200 off of these powerful Gaming Chromebooks
Google is shutting down its popular Grasshopper coding application in June
Google just announced that it will be shutting down its mobile coding application Grasshopper on June 15, 2023. The Android app, which has over 1.6 million installs to date after being launched in 2017, was designed to help people learn to code on their mobile devices. In addition to the mobile … [Read more...] about Google is shutting down its popular Grasshopper coding application in June
Google introduces a ‘Credential Manager’ to further kill off passwords
Google has been making strides in improving the sign-in experience for its users. Since last year, the company has been actively seeking ways to reduce the traditional use of passwords (read: It wants to kill passwords entirely). Now, the tech giant has unveiled its latest update to the passkey … [Read more...] about Google introduces a ‘Credential Manager’ to further kill off passwords
It’s almost time to start paying a premium for YouTube’s Premium Family Plan
Starting on April 3, 2023, the monthly cost of YouTube Premium's Family Plan will increase from $17.99 to $22.99, which is a significant jump of $5! In an email spotted by Droid Life last week, YouTube stated that the new pricing would go into effect immediately on that date. This comes after the … [Read more...] about It’s almost time to start paying a premium for YouTube’s Premium Family Plan
