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
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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
ChromeOS profile switcher appears on the new Material You quick settings menu (Canary)
ChromeOS is getting a major Material You makeover - Google's design language which brings dynamic colors, rounded corners, and fluid animations to the operating system. The new look has been gradually rolling out to Chromebooks running the Canary channel, which is the most experimental and unstable … [Read more...] about ChromeOS profile switcher appears on the new Material You quick settings menu (Canary)
How to restart or reset your Chromebook – 2023
Every so often in life, it's good to take a step back and take a good old fashion reset. It may be a simple cup of coffee on the front porch on a crisp Saturday morning or maybe a relaxing round of golf with some good friends. Whatever your method, there's nothing quite like taking a pause, wiping … [Read more...] about How to restart or reset your Chromebook – 2023
There’s a new detachable Chromebook tablet in the works with the MediaTek MT8188 on board
Just last week, we found evidence pointing to the resurgence of the beloved detachable Chromebook form factor in development. For quite some time, things have been pretty quiet on that front and we've been wondering if or when we might finally see a manufacturer take another swing at the Chromebook … [Read more...] about There’s a new detachable Chromebook tablet in the works with the MediaTek MT8188 on board
Chrome Apps page for Desktop abandons pagination, adds rounded icons for PWAs
Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are websites that behave like native apps on mobile devices. They can be installed from the browser or through app stores like Google Play. PWAs have become more popular over the past few years as they offer fast, responsive, and enjoyable experiences for users. Google … [Read more...] about Chrome Apps page for Desktop abandons pagination, adds rounded icons for PWAs
You’re not imagining it: Google Assistant recently had trouble controlling your smart devices
Yesterday, I asked Google Assistant on my Nest Mini to turn off the smart light in one of my rooms, and for the first time ever, it responded with something other than "Okay, turning the bedroom light on". For a moment, I was taken aback, because I knew that I had set everything up properly and … [Read more...] about You’re not imagining it: Google Assistant recently had trouble controlling your smart devices
Don’t miss these Logitech deals at Best Buy
Last week, we covered a slew of great deals on accessories that work perfectly with your ChromeOS device. Many of those deals are still happening and you can find the full list right here. If you didn't find something there to tickle your fancy, no worries. Best Buy is also running an accessory sale … [Read more...] about Don’t miss these Logitech deals at Best Buy
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 Unboxing and Impressions [VIDEO]
An anomaly if there ever was one, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 is a device that makes little sense in a bunch of ways. So confounding was it that we put off doing an unboxing until now simply because we couldn't get Samsung to agree to send one over to us. Stating that they didn't even send … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 Unboxing and Impressions [VIDEO]
Microsoft’s Invasive Edge Advertisement on Chrome Download Page Sparks Controversy
Recently, Microsoft added a banner to the Chrome download page within the Edge browser that promotes Edge as a trustworthy alternative to Google Chrome. The advertisement's language is creepy and invasive in my opinion. The full-width banner was clearly a targeted injection meant to persuade … [Read more...] about Microsoft’s Invasive Edge Advertisement on Chrome Download Page Sparks Controversy
