Earlier this year, ChromeOS began prepping what's known as the 'Privacy Hub' - a one-stop shop for all of your device's privacy and security options. In essence, it will likely be very similar to the privacy controls and indicators found on Android 12 and 13. When your camera or microphone is … [Read more...] about ChromeOS “Privacy Hub” icons on device shelf will let you toggle access to camera, mic, more
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Google News is reportedly getting a Wear OS app
With the launch of the Pixel Watch earlier this month, Google has not been shy to let us all know that they are committed to the success of Wear OS. However, even with Wear OS 3 being available for some time now on a limited amount of watches, it is hoped that the Pixel Watch will be the wearable … [Read more...] about Google News is reportedly getting a Wear OS app
The Chrome Cast 197: Pixel Watch accessories, ChromeOS Flex BTS, and Acer 516 GE review
This week on The Chrome Cast, we start the show by talking through a bunch of new accessories that have hit the market for the Pixel Watch. Though this is the tip of the iceberg and many more are likely on the way, it is great to see some truly useful additions for Google's new wearable from 3rd … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 197: Pixel Watch accessories, ChromeOS Flex BTS, and Acer 516 GE review
These 30 malicious Chrome extensions just showed their true colors, affecting millions
A new campaign of malicious Chrome extensions was just uncovered by a Guardio Labs research report called "Dormant Colors". It's a large campaign with 30 extensions and millions of active installations across the globe. You may or may not have installed one of these on your Chrome browser or … [Read more...] about These 30 malicious Chrome extensions just showed their true colors, affecting millions
New Google Messages icon makes its way to the web version
Last week, Google announced a ton of new features and refreshed iconography for the Google Messages app. This new icon has already made its way to the Beta version of the Messages Android app and on Wear OS, however, there was one more place where the app is used that had yet to update to the new … [Read more...] about New Google Messages icon makes its way to the web version
A 12th-gen Chromebox and Chromebase may be on the way from HP
While we're still yet to see a large handful of 12th-gen Intel-powered Chromebooks in development actually hit the market, there's another sector of next-gen ChromeOS devices on the way that haven't broken cover yet: the new wave of Chromeboxes (and maybe a Chromebase or two). While less flashy and … [Read more...] about A 12th-gen Chromebox and Chromebase may be on the way from HP
Google and Coinbase join forces for the future of Web3
Cryptocurrency as a means of decentralized money may be volatile and uncertain but building the future of the web on decentralized blockchain technologies is an explosively emerging market and many tech giants are jumping into the Web3 arena feet first. While Web3 encompasses a wide array of … [Read more...] about Google and Coinbase join forces for the future of Web3
Google Nest Wifi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E) now available for purchase in stores
Earlier this month, Google announced the Google Nest Wifi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E), its first 6E-enabled router that offers real tri-band Wi-Fi for homes and high-performance Wi-Fi for home gadgets, and the next generation of phones, laptops, and other devices with advanced technology. Presale orders opened … [Read more...] about Google Nest Wifi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E) now available for purchase in stores
Your Chrome History will become more visual with easily identifiable images for Journeys
Chrome's new "History Journeys" feature seeks to cluster together your browser history and help you pick up where you left off based on the search query or topic. It's the first modernization of the staple feature and quite honestly, I like it. Unfortunately, I don't think it's been very useful so … [Read more...] about Your Chrome History will become more visual with easily identifiable images for Journeys
We toured the ChromeOS Flex certified laptop testing lab, and it is wild
When Google bought Neverware and the CloudReady operating system that it has spent years developing, we all wondered what exactly would come from that acquisition. After all, CloudReady was a fork of Google's own ChromiumOS (which ChromeOS is clearly based upon), so it wasn't exactly clear what … [Read more...] about We toured the ChromeOS Flex certified laptop testing lab, and it is wild
Creator Music for YouTube to roll out widely to creators in the partner program
Last month, Google formally introduced YouTube Creator Music to the masses after a lengthy Beta period. Creator Music is a new location within YouTube Studio that provides access to a growing selection of music for creators to use in their long-form videos. Creators can now buy licenses for these … [Read more...] about Creator Music for YouTube to roll out widely to creators in the partner program
Chrome 107 arrives with full HVEC support and Widevine deprecation
Google has become exceedingly efficient at rolling out milestone updates to the Chrome browser. Ever since the update schedules all shifted to a 4-week calendar, the Chrome browser for Windows, macOS, and Linux has arrived like clockwork. (ChromeOS? Not quite as timely but you're still doing good … [Read more...] about Chrome 107 arrives with full HVEC support and Widevine deprecation
