Welp, the storm has come and gone (yes, Hurricane Ian just missed me in Florida!) and Google Stadia is officially on its way out. As we've previously covered, its technology - Immersive Stream for Games - will go on to do great things, according to Google, but no one really cares anymore as it was … [Read more...] about Export your Stadia save games now as developers are working on ways to transfer them
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The Chrome Cast 194: Stadia’s dead as gaming Chromebooks come to life
This week on The Chrome Cast, our discussion is largely dominated by the official announcement by Google that Stadia as we know it will no longer continue to exist. In the next few months, the service that truly introduced cloud gaming to the world will host its last games, and as sad as it is to … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 194: Stadia’s dead as gaming Chromebooks come to life
ChromeOS is adding a new wallpaper collection to celebrate Native American Heritage month
With the recent Google Photos integration in the ChromeOS wallpapers app, Chromebook users are enjoying images of their loved ones and fond memories of their lives as the backdrop to their day's productivity. Despite this, that hasn't stopped Google from continuing to add several collections of … [Read more...] about ChromeOS is adding a new wallpaper collection to celebrate Native American Heritage month
YouTube TV may finally be worth trying out again thanks to new “standalone” pricing
In my opinion, YouTube TV took a nosedive when it started losing a bunch of networks to content provider negotiations going south. On top of that, the base pricing of $64.99 USD was untenable for me and many others. Sure, it may be a great deal for those seeking cable replacements, but in the world … [Read more...] about YouTube TV may finally be worth trying out again thanks to new “standalone” pricing
New Unlisted Pixel 7 Ad features almost bezel-less Pixel Watch
There has been much controversy lately with the upcoming release of the Pixel Watch. Most of that has been apprehension about the size of the bezels and how their representation has been inconsistent throughout the marketing Google has released. In some ads, the bezels have looked very large, giving … [Read more...] about New Unlisted Pixel 7 Ad features almost bezel-less Pixel Watch
Your Nest speakers and Hubs can now detect your presence for automation
Nest presence sensing is getting an upgrade, and you'll no longer need to rely solely on your thermostat, Nest Guard, Nest Protect, or Nest x Yale smart lock to let Google know if you're at home. Traditionally, walking past your sensors built into these devices would cause the Home app to detect you … [Read more...] about Your Nest speakers and Hubs can now detect your presence for automation
Stadia’s technology will go on to do greater things, but no one really cares anymore
If the "hailstorm" on Twitter is any indication, you've all already heard the news that Google is officially "winding down" its cloud gaming service, Stadia. Across the board, there are mixed emotions and while we covered all of the details regarding game and hardware refunds, access to your Pro … [Read more...] about Stadia’s technology will go on to do greater things, but no one really cares anymore
Save big on the HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook
In his full review, Robby branded the new HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook "The Best You Can Get" and for good reason. This ultra-premium Chromebook has every single feature that the ChromeOS ecosystem can offer and it wraps those features in a luxurious and absolutely gorgeous chassis. Seriously, … [Read more...] about Save big on the HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook
Google revamps search to keep up with today’s needs
Search within the confines of a search box is just not enough anymore – or at least that's what Google admits is happening right now. In the era of TikTok and researching via tweets, Google is challenged to reinvent search and find more natural and visual ways to serve their customers the … [Read more...] about Google revamps search to keep up with today’s needs
Say hello to Lenovo’s “Gaming” Chromebook
Today was a sad day for Google gamers but I promise you, it's not the end of the world. As a matter of fact, I'm here to share some very exciting news I discovered while on my way into the office this morning. It's no secret that Google has long been working on bringing more ways to game on … [Read more...] about Say hello to Lenovo’s “Gaming” Chromebook
Why I want the Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition to be my next everyday carry
Just yesterday, Gabriel and I were discussing the fact that neither of us have a Chromebook that we'd 100% go out and buy today if we were in the market. Sure, my situation is pretty unique given the fact that there are new Chromebooks in and out of our office all the time, but I'd like to think I … [Read more...] about Why I want the Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition to be my next everyday carry
Everything we’re expecting from Google’s upcoming Pixel 7 hardware event [VIDEO]
We're only about a week out from Google's October hardware event, and it looks like the devices Google has in store for us are numerous. There are the announcements we all know are coming, the products we feel pretty confident we'll see, and some that we're just hoping for, too. All signs are … [Read more...] about Everything we’re expecting from Google’s upcoming Pixel 7 hardware event [VIDEO]
