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
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Chrome simplifies autofill clean up with a new trash can icon for each entry (Canary)
Google Chrome is making it easier to delete autofill data from its browser. Autofill is a handy feature that saves you time and hassle by filling out forms, passwords, and payment methods automatically. However, sometimes you may want to remove some of the entries that are outdated, incorrect, or … [Read more...] about Chrome simplifies autofill clean up with a new trash can icon for each entry (Canary)
Google wants to help Android users avoid poorly optimized apps with a new Play Store warning
Have you ever installed an app from the Google Play Store and found out that it doesn’t work well on your device? Maybe it crashes frequently, freezes and hangs for seconds at a time, or drains your battery at an abnormal rate. If so, you’re not alone - many apps are not optimized for all the … [Read more...] about Google wants to help Android users avoid poorly optimized apps with a new Play Store warning
You can get the excellent, portable Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 for only $279
In my review of the small, portable, and capable Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3, I called it the perfect sequel. In the months following, I stand by that observation and still love this little tablet when I go to pick it up and use it. While a perfect sequel doesn't really mean it's a perfect Chromebook … [Read more...] about You can get the excellent, portable Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 for only $279
I just used Google’s Magic Eraser on my Chromebook and Galaxy S23 Ultra
Part of Google's yearly releases of their own, in-house phones always include an introduction of a few new camera-related tricks that only Pixel phones get access to. As the years have gone on, however, it seems that more and more of these features rely on the editing prowess of Google Photos … [Read more...] about I just used Google’s Magic Eraser on my Chromebook and Galaxy S23 Ultra
Chrome could soon tell you exactly how much memory each tab is using
Google Chrome may soon introduce a feature that shows the exact amount of memory each tab is using without having to visit the browser or operating system's task manager, according to a recent discovery by Leopeva64 on Twitter. The feature was found on Chromium Gerrit and references prototype "hover … [Read more...] about Chrome could soon tell you exactly how much memory each tab is using
Popular Nintendo DS title ‘Nintendogs’ could be coming to Android phones as an AR game
Nintendo could be developing the first Nintendogs game in over a decade, according to a recent USPTO application. While the Nintendo DS is long gone and the Nintendo Switch did not receive any games in the franchise despite being on the market for six years, this new game may give fans some … [Read more...] about Popular Nintendo DS title ‘Nintendogs’ could be coming to Android phones as an AR game
I finally installed Google Play Games Beta for PC, and it’s exactly what I thought it would be
I've actively avoided installing Google Play Games Beta for PC since it launched back in November as I felt the need to enable hardware virtualization was a frustrating barrier. For my Windows PC specifically, I had to enter my BIOS and enable it, but only after installing additional chipset … [Read more...] about I finally installed Google Play Games Beta for PC, and it’s exactly what I thought it would be
Pixel 7a or Pixel Fold passes through the FCC, hinting at a mid-year release
A new phone from Google has passed through the standard FCC hurdles in the past few days, and it is most likely the upcoming Pixel 7a that we all expect to be announced at Google I/O 2023 sometime in May. Assuming it follows the cadence of older A-series Pixel phones, we should expect to see it … [Read more...] about Pixel 7a or Pixel Fold passes through the FCC, hinting at a mid-year release
Google Contacts begins highlighting upcoming birthdays in “For you” feed
Are you tired of missing your friends and family members' birthdays and feeling bad about it? If so, you'll be pleased to know that Google Contacts is introducing a new feature that can help you stay up-to-date and look like the most considerate person in the world to those around you. The … [Read more...] about Google Contacts begins highlighting upcoming birthdays in “For you” feed
The Chrome Cast 217: 5 questions with Google’s Jenn Chen about ChromeOS design and UX
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we're back with another interview episode, and this time around, we had the privilege of chatting with Jenn Chen, Product Designer and Head of UX Design & Research for ChromeOS at Google. Jenn has been working on ChromeOS for over a decade and has a vast … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 217: 5 questions with Google’s Jenn Chen about ChromeOS design and UX
Google Chrome’s new sticky note feature for the Side Panel inches closer to release
Google Chrome has been rolling out new features to improve its user experience, such as the Side Panel - a new UI that allows you to access your bookmarks, Reading List, History Journeys, and more from a button on the top right corner of the browser window. It pops open a portion of the right side … [Read more...] about Google Chrome’s new sticky note feature for the Side Panel inches closer to release
