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
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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
Here’s a closer look at the Pixel Tablet’s apps and experiences including Assistant and Discover
Everyone is excited for Google's new Nest Hub because, well, it's more than just a Nest Hub. It's actually a two-in-one device featuring the same power and features of an Android tablet with the convenience and smart home focus of a docked smart display. Google first showed it off during the 2022 … [Read more...] about Here’s a closer look at the Pixel Tablet’s apps and experiences including Assistant and Discover
You will soon be able to join Google Meet calls from Zoom Rooms and vice versa
Well, this is neat. Google just announced on its Cloud Blog that Zoom and Google Meet calls would now be able to play nice with one another. In an effort to help Enterprise Workspace customers bridge the gap with their Zoom user co-workers and collaborators, both Google and Zoom are working together … [Read more...] about You will soon be able to join Google Meet calls from Zoom Rooms and vice versa
The Pixel Watch charger can actually charge your wireless earbuds in a pinch
While we put out a post a couple weeks ago letting all of you know that your Pixel Watch would not charge on a standard Qi wireless charger (even though it appears to do so), it appears the charger for that watch is somehow capable of delivering Qi wireless charging to smaller peripherals like … [Read more...] about The Pixel Watch charger can actually charge your wireless earbuds in a pinch
Google upgrades Workspace Individual plans storage from 15GB to 1TB
Google launched Workspace Individual last year as a way to give small business owners or those that are self-employed similar tools as larger enterprises to grow their businesses. The Individual tier of workspace provides access to the suite of Google Apps such as Gmail, Docs, Sheets, etc., but with … [Read more...] about Google upgrades Workspace Individual plans storage from 15GB to 1TB
This “faux” flagship Chromebook is actually worth buying at this price
When ASUS quietly launched the Chromebook Flip C433 back in 2019, we were immediately taken aback by how mediocre of a device it really was. The 14-inch 2-in-1 failed to hit the mark in many of the areas in which we expect premium devices to shine and for the past three years, I struggled to bring … [Read more...] about This “faux” flagship Chromebook is actually worth buying at this price
