You may be asking yourself why I'm writing about Google Stadia again after the tech giant announced that it would be dead and gone by the new year. Well, it may have slipped up and caused its own untimely demise, but that doesn't mean that cloud gaming itself is done for. In fact, services like … [Read more...] about The future of cloud gaming is more than the sum of its parts, but it’s still made up of parts
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Why short vertical video trends excite me for the upcoming Chromebook Google Photos video editor
Google promised us a Chromebook-specific video editor for Chromebooks this fall, so you know we are eagerly awaiting that arrival. While ChromeOS has grown in so many ways over the years, simple video edits have never really been a part of that growth trend. And while I don't hate the online video … [Read more...] about Why short vertical video trends excite me for the upcoming Chromebook Google Photos video editor
The Ringke Slim Case for Pixel Watch is shipping and ours just arrived [VIDEO]
I don't get too excited about accessory deliveries these days. Most times I have a package on the way with something in it from a company like Ringke, its for a new phone and it is likely going to be a case that looks, feels and performs just as I'd expect it to. That's not to say phone cases from … [Read more...] about The Ringke Slim Case for Pixel Watch is shipping and ours just arrived [VIDEO]
Gmail adds built-in tags to personalize mail merges for Workspace users
Mail merges, or multi-send, were introduced to Gmail a few months ago as an exclusive feature for higher-tiered Google Workspace customers. This feature lets you send a large number of emails without having to BCC everyone and includes a built-in link for recipients to unsubscribe if desired. … [Read more...] about Gmail adds built-in tags to personalize mail merges for Workspace users
GeForce NOW adds direct touchscreen controls since Stadia will no longer pursue the feature
Hey, do you remember that cloud gaming service called Google Stadia? Too soon? Sorry. Remember how it was the first to introduce direct touch controls for select games and subsequently never did anything with it before being killed off? We do too. Well, Nvidia is following closely in Stadia's … [Read more...] about GeForce NOW adds direct touchscreen controls since Stadia will no longer pursue the feature
YouTube to roll out visual tweaks for a more modern look
In honor of YouTube having turned 17 years old earlier this year, Google has begun to roll out a few new visual tweaks to its mobile, web, and SmartTV interfaces to provide a cleaner and more modern look. These changes came about from the input YouTube gathered from viewers around the world on what … [Read more...] about YouTube to roll out visual tweaks for a more modern look
The first legit metal link watch band for the Pixel Watch is nearly here
Over the past couple of weeks, Ringke has put out a few accessories for the Pixel Watch that none of us really saw coming. Of the chief concerns for Google's new wearable, the long-term durability is definitely at the top of many people's lists. Though the Pixel Watch looks gorgeous and feels … [Read more...] about The first legit metal link watch band for the Pixel Watch is nearly here
Google Chat and Gmail add labels to the new smart chip stack to simplify complex searches
Capitalizing on its smart chips for Gmail search, Google is now adding labels into the mix to make it easier than ever to stack search conditions and find emails easier. In a Workspace Updates blog post this week, the company revealed how it's working to simplify its email client both on the web and … [Read more...] about Google Chat and Gmail add labels to the new smart chip stack to simplify complex searches
Don’t miss this absurd deal on the powerful Acer Chromebook Spin 714
The premium Chromebook space has become highly competitive over the past few years. With flagship models from most major OEMs coming in around $500-$700, it is very easy to get your hands on a powerful and versatile Chromebook and know that you're getting your money's worth. When you can score a … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this absurd deal on the powerful Acer Chromebook Spin 714
How to manage and maintain your Google Passwords like a pro
Despite the fact that most people (yes, even you and I) completely disregard the health and wellness of our digital footprint, it doesn't mean it's not important. In fact, maintaining your passwords and data is more vital than ever as we become a more tech-reliant society. Today, I'm going to show … [Read more...] about How to manage and maintain your Google Passwords like a pro
The Chrome Cast 196: 120Hz gaming on GeForce NOW and loving the Pixel Watch
This week on The Chrome Cast, our discussion mainly revolved around some real world reactions to services and hardware that have shown up in the past couple weeks. Between the new gaming Chromebooks, GeForce NOW providing 120Hz gaming for Chrome, a Pixel Buds Pro firmware update, and actually … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 196: 120Hz gaming on GeForce NOW and loving the Pixel Watch
Top 5 settings you can tweak to save battery on your Pixel Watch
A couple of weeks into its official launch, the Pixel Watch as a first-generation product wasn't without its shortcomings. One of these is the one-day battery that many are struggling to live with. Although on paper, Google estimates the Pixel Watch's battery to last up to 24 hours, many are finding … [Read more...] about Top 5 settings you can tweak to save battery on your Pixel Watch
