Following Google's recent moves to streamline the UI of its larger products, Workspace apps are now getting a visual overhaul to put them more inline with things like Gmail, Search, and other Google services that have already undergone a Material You visual transformation. According to Google, this … [Read more...] about Google Drive, Docs, Sheets and Slides are getting a Material You overhaul
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Google One is bringing its VPN and new dark web monitoring reports to all paid plans
Previously, only Google One subscribers who paid for the 2TB plan could access a VPN service that ensured better online security and privacy. However, Google announced today that this tool is becoming available to all paid tiers for the service in the U.S. at no additional cost! The decision to … [Read more...] about Google One is bringing its VPN and new dark web monitoring reports to all paid plans
Sneak Peek: unboxing the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook in Sparkling Black [VIDEO]
As we inch closer and closer to the release of the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, we've been fortunate enough to not only get our hands on our existing Ceramic White review version of this beautiful Chromebook, but on the Sparkling Black one as well. Though the same rules apply as last time around … [Read more...] about Sneak Peek: unboxing the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook in Sparkling Black [VIDEO]
Pre-register: Niantic hopes to catch Pokémon Go’s lightning in a bottle again with Peridot
Just back in May of this past year, Niantic, the game developer behind the phenomenon that actually got everyone walking around the real world revealed the upcoming release of their new game, Peridot. This time, instead of catching and training Pokemon, players are set to adopt and raise cute … [Read more...] about Pre-register: Niantic hopes to catch Pokémon Go’s lightning in a bottle again with Peridot
Pixel Buds Pro finally receive head-tracked spatial audio
Though it was announced as a "coming later this year" feature when the Pixel Buds Pro were unveiled at Google I/O 2022, spatial audio was never actually added to Google's latest earbuds in 2022. The feature - which gives users a more-immersive audio experience and can place sound in a specific … [Read more...] about Pixel Buds Pro finally receive head-tracked spatial audio
No, Chrome doesn’t save your Incognito Mode history, but there is a cache
Chrome Incognito mode is a popular feature that allows users to browse the internet without leaving any traces of their activity on the device. Essentially, this mode creates a temporary browsing session that deletes all browsing history, cookies, and other information upon closing Chrome. This … [Read more...] about No, Chrome doesn’t save your Incognito Mode history, but there is a cache
Google I/O 2023 set for May 10th and May 10th only
In the past 24 hours, Google has gone from releasing their yearly Google I/O date-reveal-puzzle to fully announcing that the yearly developer event will be held at their campus once again and will also consist of a single day event this time around. Like we saw last year, this move accomplishes a … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2023 set for May 10th and May 10th only
Android 15 is codenamed after one of the most popular sweet treats in the world
After months of speculation, the name of Android's next major release has been spotted by teamb58 and shared by Mishaal Rahman on Twitter. According to a Tradefed commit, Android 15 will be called "Vanilla Ice Cream". For those who are unfamiliar, each version of Android is named after a sweet … [Read more...] about Android 15 is codenamed after one of the most popular sweet treats in the world
ChromeOS is readying extremely useful smart chip search filters for its Files app
The ChromeOS Files app - the default file manager for Chromebooks - has seen a lot of changes over the last decade. It lets you access and manage your local and cloud data, as well as your Android and Linux files if you have those enabled. It's no replacement for Drive on the web's powerful … [Read more...] about ChromeOS is readying extremely useful smart chip search filters for its Files app
Chromebooks may soon get the ability to auto-launch PWAs on startup
In a recent development, it seems ChromeOS may soon get the ability to auto-launch PWAs on startup, putting this part of the OS experience more in-line with the likes of Windows, MacOS, and Linux. While you may not love the idea of stuff auto-opening when you launch into your daily ChromeOS … [Read more...] about Chromebooks may soon get the ability to auto-launch PWAs on startup
ASUS’ new Chromebook CM14 Flip gets a sweet landing page with more details
At CES 2023, there were a handful of Chromebooks we were expecting to see, and a couple that we had no idea about. That latter category describes the new ASUS Chromebook CM14 and CM14 Flip: two Chromebooks we were completely blind-sided by at CES that really could end up becoming go-to … [Read more...] about ASUS’ new Chromebook CM14 Flip gets a sweet landing page with more details
HP’s still-relevant, still-excellent Chromebook x360 14c is $200 off right now
When we first got hands on the latest HP Chromebook x360 14c, I knew it was a great Chromebook; but I didn't quite realize the longevity and relevance it would hold for the months to come. Since the fall of 2021, the x360 14c has quietly become one of the easiest suggestion to those looking for a … [Read more...] about HP’s still-relevant, still-excellent Chromebook x360 14c is $200 off right now
