In a massive and sudden blow to subscribers, YouTube TV and Disney have failed to reach a new contract agreement. As a result, 21 major Disney-owned channels—including essentials like ESPN, ABC, and FX—went dark on the service last night, October 30th. This is the nuclear option in a carriage … [Read more...] about Bad news: ESPN, ABC, and all other Disney-owned channels have vanished from YouTube TV
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Windows 11 now officially has virtual desktops on Meta Quest, and I’m jealous
For the past couple of weeks, I've been wrapped up in the launch of the Samsung Galaxy XR, speculating on the future of the Android XR platform. I even went down a rabbit hole just the other day, theorizing about whether you could theoretically use the headset's USB-C port as a wired (potentially … [Read more...] about Windows 11 now officially has virtual desktops on Meta Quest, and I’m jealous
Why I think Adobe’s Project Pulsar is Android XR’s first killer app
The Samsung Galaxy XR launch was packed with exciting demos, but one that truly stood out to me as the platform's first potential killer app: Project Pulsar from Adobe. While running 2D apps in floating windows is fine, Android XR needs new, platform-specific experiences, and I think Pulsar is the … [Read more...] about Why I think Adobe’s Project Pulsar is Android XR’s first killer app
Google is making HTTPS the default in Chrome in a very smart way
For over a decade, Google has been on a mission to make the web a safer place by pushing for the adoption of HTTPS. This week, they've officially set the deadline for the final step. In a new post on the Google Security Blog, the company announced that one year from now, with the release of Chrome … [Read more...] about Google is making HTTPS the default in Chrome in a very smart way
NotebookLM’s chat just got a massive power boost and custom ‘Goals’ feature
Google's NotebookLM is, without a doubt, one of the most-used AI tools the company produces. It's a one-of-a-kind "thinking companion" that has fundamentally changed how users approach research. Just yesterday, Google rolled out a massive update that makes NotebookLM's chat fundamentally smarter, … [Read more...] about NotebookLM’s chat just got a massive power boost and custom ‘Goals’ feature
Gemini can now create entire Google Slides presentations for you from a simple prompt
Google is rolling out one of the most practical and powerful AI features yet: the ability to generate entire presentations directly within the Gemini app. This update leverages the "Canvas" feature in Gemini to turn a simple text prompt or an uploaded document into a full-fledged, multi-slide deck, … [Read more...] about Gemini can now create entire Google Slides presentations for you from a simple prompt
The mysterious MediaTek MT8189 gets a name: Kompanio 540
For quite some time now, we've been tracking the 'Skywalker' and 'Jedi' baseboards in the Chromium Gerrit. We've watched as the list of devices being built on this single, mysterious MediaTek chip (which we know as the MT8189) has grown to an impressive 12 models thus far under the 'Skywalker' base … [Read more...] about The mysterious MediaTek MT8189 gets a name: Kompanio 540
The Pixel 10a leaks in first renders, and it looks pretty familiar
While the dust has barely settled on the Pixel 10 launch, the rumor mill is already churning for Google's next mid-range offering. We've known a successor to the excellent Pixel 9a was in the works, and now, thanks to reliable leaker OnLeaks (in partnership with Android Headlines), we have our very … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10a leaks in first renders, and it looks pretty familiar
Gemini is officially coming to the Google TV Streamer this winter
When Google announced the powerful Gemini for TV AI assistant back in September, the roll-out plan was a bit vague. While it launched immediately on a high-end TCL TV series, the availability for other devices, including Google's own popular Google TV Streamer (4K), was simply listed as "later this … [Read more...] about Gemini is officially coming to the Google TV Streamer this winter
Ask the VP of ChromeOS anything: Join us for an exclusive AMA with John Maletis today
John Maletis, the Vice President of ChromeOS at Google, is returning for another exclusive Ask Me Anything (AMA) session with our Chrome Unboxed Plus community today, October 29th, at 2 PM ET! We've had a few chats with John before, and we're so excited that he's making a return! Given the … [Read more...] about Ask the VP of ChromeOS anything: Join us for an exclusive AMA with John Maletis today
The Gemini for Home voice assistant is rolling out now in early access
The wait is finally over! Today, Google is officially beginning the early access roll-out of the new Gemini for Home voice assistant in the U.S. This is the foundational AI upgrade we've been waiting for, designed to replace the Google Assistant and make your speakers and smart displays far more … [Read more...] about The Gemini for Home voice assistant is rolling out now in early access
Acer debuts new premium Chromebook Plus Enterprise 714 with Intel Core Ultra
Acer is expanding its lineup for cloud-first organizations, debuting the new, premium Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 714 and announcing immediate availability for the Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 514. A key feature for both new models is support for Cameyo, a virtual app delivery (VAD) platform. … [Read more...] about Acer debuts new premium Chromebook Plus Enterprise 714 with Intel Core Ultra
