With the introduction of the new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro into Google's hardware lineup, the company is further tweaking its software to make it the safest and most secure phone on the market. Well, at the very least, that's one point that the company kept drilling in during its 2022 hardware event … [Read more...] about Your Pixel’s new Security & Privacy section will be a one-stop-shop for your peace of mind
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Get one free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with new Runescape Fresh Start Worlds
While it may be true that Xbox Game Pass offers a $1 trial for 30 days that gets you access to hundreds of high-quality games, that doesn't mean that you shouldn't prospect other opportunities to try the service out. For example, any fan of Runescape can now get a free month of Game Pass Ultimate … [Read more...] about Get one free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with new Runescape Fresh Start Worlds
Pixel Watch now available for pre-order
The highly anticipated Pixel Watch was officially unveiled today at the Made by Google event, along with new Pixels and a more in-depth look at the upcoming Pixel Tablet / Nest Hub. Now that the watch is official, we can stop talking about leaked specs and photos and finally refer to the real thing … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch now available for pre-order
Where to buy the all-new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
Well, the big day finally arrived, and the latest #MadeByGoogle hardware is officially available for pre-order. As expected, Rick Osterloh took the stage this morning to share with us the few remaining details left unknown about the all-new Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, and the highly-anticipated Pixel … [Read more...] about Where to buy the all-new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
Here’s everything that Google announced at its 2022 hardware event [Video]
Google just hosted its 2022 hardware event and revealed some of its long-awaited devices. As you're probably already aware, several of these devices have leaked out early, and we've been covering them for quite a while. With an official reveal, however, we received a lot of extra information as well … [Read more...] about Here’s everything that Google announced at its 2022 hardware event [Video]
Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro launch with next-level camera features
Today, at the Made by Google event, Google announced the next generation of its Pixel smartphone line — the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Going back to the roots that put the Pixel devices on the map as being the "best smartphone camera" since the Pixel 3 launch, Google is once again using its … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro launch with next-level camera features
The new Google Pixel Tablet will double as your Nest Hub display, releases next year
Do you own a Google Nest Hub? If so, you may find that you're hardly interacting with it unless your phone isn't in your hand, and even though you're lounging around the house, the glanceable information is just that - glanceable. During Google's hardware event today, the company discussed how it … [Read more...] about The new Google Pixel Tablet will double as your Nest Hub display, releases next year
Where to watch the Made By Google 2022 Pixel 7 Launch Event [UPDATED]
Google has been very busy expanding the company's ever-growing family of #MadeByGoogle hardware lineup this year. This week, we will finally get an up close and personal look at the Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch. Tomorrow morning, Google will take the stage, in-person and virtually, to share the new … [Read more...] about Where to watch the Made By Google 2022 Pixel 7 Launch Event [UPDATED]
Netflix is creating a game studio to save itself, but this is why it will ultimately fail
Netflix has struggled over the past year to retain and grow its subscribers, and as many more people are canceling their paid subs to the service, the streaming platform looks to be going the way of Blockbuster. I'm being hyperbolic, of course, but it is in danger of becoming less relevant amidst … [Read more...] about Netflix is creating a game studio to save itself, but this is why it will ultimately fail
Google’s second-generation Nest Doorbell (Wired) is now available for purchase
It's official, folks. Just a day before Google's hardware event airs, the company has dropped a blog post and store listing for its new second-generation Nest Doorbell (Wired). While we showed it off a few weeks back, I want to take a little time today to cover all the bases and let you know what it … [Read more...] about Google’s second-generation Nest Doorbell (Wired) is now available for purchase
A few things you need to know before you buy the Fitbit Versa 4 or Sense 2 [VIDEO]
The new Fitbit Versa 4 and Sense 2 are starting to show up at retailers and in mailboxes for those who ordered them early, and I've had this one on my wrist for a full day at this point. These new Fitbits share nearly all things in common aside from a few different sensors added to the Sense, and … [Read more...] about A few things you need to know before you buy the Fitbit Versa 4 or Sense 2 [VIDEO]
Google is actually considering enabling classic Bluetooth support for your Stadia controllers
As we've reported on all week since the news broke, Google Stadia is shutting down in January, and with it, troves of people - myself included - have the company's gaming controller, but no idea what to do with it. The platform's technology, which is called Immersive Stream for Games, will likely go … [Read more...] about Google is actually considering enabling classic Bluetooth support for your Stadia controllers
