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Chrome 108 has arrived: What’s new?
Great news everybody! Here's some news that has absolutely nothing to do with Black Friday, Cyber Week, or any other kind of deal. Today, we're talking Chrome. More specifically, the last update of 2022 for the Chrome browser for desktop devices. Yesterday, Google officially rolled out Chrome 108 … [Read more...] about Chrome 108 has arrived: What’s new?
Google’s Santa Tracker begins counting down the days till Christmas with fun games for your kids
Is it weird that I genuinely enjoy writing about Google's Santa Tracker each year? Yes? Well, I'm still going to do it, because I think many children enjoy playing the various mini-games added to it! I absolutely love Christmas above all other holidays, and my son has a ton of fun with it too. Over … [Read more...] about Google’s Santa Tracker begins counting down the days till Christmas with fun games for your kids
Waze gets holly jolly with a new holiday driving experience
This year, Google is once again getting into the holiday spirit, and Waze users can get in on the fun. You can now activate a new experience within the Waze app that can swap out your navigation experience for a more jolly one as you drive along with Santa Claus or Mrs. Claus. Drivers who have … [Read more...] about Waze gets holly jolly with a new holiday driving experience
Cyber Week 2022: The best deals you can get right now
It's Cyber Week and as promised, we're bringing you a roundup of the best deals that are still available for those like me that don't do the Black Friday thing. We'll keep updating you on this week's deals as they arrive but for now, here's a good list of Cyber Week deals that are currently live and … [Read more...] about Cyber Week 2022: The best deals you can get right now
Pixel 7a renders leak providing a first look at the new Google mid-range
Rumors regarding the upcoming midrange Google Pixel phone - the Pixel 7a, have been swirling around for some time now with specs that seem more akin to a flagship phone than Google's usual summer phone release. While some rumors say that the Pixel 7a could ship with a ceramic body, an upgraded … [Read more...] about Pixel 7a renders leak providing a first look at the new Google mid-range
Gmail suddenly has a relentless primary inbox spam problem, and users can’t seem to stop it
Over the past few years, I've noticed something quite annoying. Gmail, the one email service I can rely on not receiving to spam in my inbox (unless you count Google's crappy ads I have to swipe away each morning!) has begun to get flooded with exactly that - spam. Now, this isn't your garden … [Read more...] about Gmail suddenly has a relentless primary inbox spam problem, and users can’t seem to stop it
Awesome Golf Simulator update targets Chromebooks: why it matters
Sometimes, it only takes a bit of awareness. Not long ago, we made a whole video about a really fantastic golf simulator software that is simply called Awesome Golf Simulator. Yes, we all play golf and yes, we all love it; but that wasn't enough reason to make an entire video about this particular … [Read more...] about Awesome Golf Simulator update targets Chromebooks: why it matters
Grab a $199 Chromebook Duet 3 from Lenovo and pick it up at Best Buy
Cyber Week deals are still dropping left and right. We'll be sharing out the best savings from around the web as they arrive so you don't miss out on major discounts on the best ChromeOS devices money can buy. Over the past couple of years, Best Buy has become the go-to retailer for the latest … [Read more...] about Grab a $199 Chromebook Duet 3 from Lenovo and pick it up at Best Buy
The Pixel Watch is rumored to be getting dedicated Gmail and Calendar apps
Wear OS 3, which was introduced by Google last year, was the first indication after a long while that the company was finally getting serious about its wearable operating system. However, even with the release of Wear OS 3.5, run by Google's new flagship Pixel Watch, the experience is still lacking … [Read more...] about The Pixel Watch is rumored to be getting dedicated Gmail and Calendar apps
The 144Hz ASUS Vibe Gaming Chromebook is $100 off at Best Buy
Since their debut in early October, we've been watching the all-new gaming Chromebooks from Acer, ASUS, and Lenovo for any signs of even the slightest discount. Last week, Lenovo's IdeaPad Gaming Chromebook went on offer and you can still pick one up for the very respectable price of $599(even less … [Read more...] about The 144Hz ASUS Vibe Gaming Chromebook is $100 off at Best Buy
Finally, the fantastic Acer 516 GE Gaming Chromebook is $100 off
I'll go ahead and say it: right now, the Acer Chromebook 516 GE is my absolute favorite Chromebook to use. Is it the best overall Chromebook right now? That much is likely up for debate as the lack of touchscreen, the clamshell form factor and the 16-inch size may turn some people off. But for me … [Read more...] about Finally, the fantastic Acer 516 GE Gaming Chromebook is $100 off










