Google Search is the company's most important and widely used product, and even small visual changes can have a big impact on the user experience. In a new blog post, Google has announced an update to how it displays ads on the search results page, introducing a clearer label and, more importantly, … [Read more...] about Google Search is getting a new ‘Sponsored results’ label and a hide button
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The ChromeOS and Android merger is coming, but how will Google brand it?
Now that the dust has settled from the announcements at last month's Snapdragon Summit, we're left with two solid facts: the Android and ChromeOS merger is real, and it's coming next year. But beneath those confirmations lies a massive, convoluted branding problem that Google now has to solve. For … [Read more...] about The ChromeOS and Android merger is coming, but how will Google brand it?
Google Meet can now do your makeup for you with 12 new AI-powered looks
We've all been there. You get a last-minute calendar notification for a video call you weren't quite ready for, and you wish you had a few more moments to look a bit more polished and presentable. Last year, Google introduced the "Touch-up" feature in Meet to help with this, but a new update is … [Read more...] about Google Meet can now do your makeup for you with 12 new AI-powered looks
Google is giving university students a free year of its most powerful AI, and it’s a huge deal
In a massive (and frankly awesome) move to equip the next generation with foundational AI skills, Google has just announced an incredible new offer for university students. The company is making its most advanced AI tools available to students in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, completely free … [Read more...] about Google is giving university students a free year of its most powerful AI, and it’s a huge deal
The upgraded ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus down to staggering $679 price
There are certain Chromebooks that sit in a class all their own, and the ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is undoubtedly one of them. It’s one of the most powerful, well-built, and feature-packed Chromebooks you can buy, period. A couple of months ago, we were blown away to see it drop to just … [Read more...] about The upgraded ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus down to staggering $679 price
Google’s premium TV Streamer is on sale, and here’s why it might be for you
We've talked extensively about the fantastic value that Walmart's Onn Google TV streaming devices offer. From the powerful Onn 4K Pro to the new 4K Plus, these budget-friendly streamers have truly nailed it, delivering a premium Google TV experience for a fraction of the price. But what if you still … [Read more...] about Google’s premium TV Streamer is on sale, and here’s why it might be for you
Unboxing the Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Google’s next big swing at foldables [VIDEO]
For those of us who have truly embraced the foldable form factor, the arrival of a new Pixel Fold is always an interesting occasion. After spending considerable time with Samsung's Z Fold series over the past few years, I've developed a deep appreciation for having a phone that transforms into a … [Read more...] about Unboxing the Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Google’s next big swing at foldables [VIDEO]
Google Vids is finally ready for TikTok and YouTube Shorts with new vertical video support
In terms of current social media trends, vertical video is king. But since its launch, Google's simple and powerful video creation tool, Google Vids, has had one major limitation: it was built exclusively for traditional, widescreen (16:9) videos. This made it a non-starter for anyone looking to … [Read more...] about Google Vids is finally ready for TikTok and YouTube Shorts with new vertical video support
The Pixel Watch 4 isn’t just repairable, it’s the new gold standard for smartwatches
When Google first announced that the Pixel Watch 4 was designed to be serviceable, we were optimistic but cautious. After all, "repairable" can mean a lot of things. But after an incredibly detailed new video teardown from the experts at iFixit, it’s official: Google didn't just make a repairable … [Read more...] about The Pixel Watch 4 isn’t just repairable, it’s the new gold standard for smartwatches
Chrome is finally going to clean up your spammy website notifications for you
In a fantastic new update, Google is rolling out a feature for Chrome that aims to solve the problem of overwhelming website notification overload by automatically revoking notification permissions for sites you haven't interacted with recently. This isn't just a random new feature; it's a … [Read more...] about Chrome is finally going to clean up your spammy website notifications for you
All of a sudden, I never leave home without the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk
When I first unboxed the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk over a year and a half ago, I was immediately impressed. I thought it was a brilliant, well-crafted, and thoughtfully designed set of accessories. But if I'm being honest, it didn't immediately find a permanent place in my daily workflow. At the … [Read more...] about All of a sudden, I never leave home without the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk
Here are the 4 key ways Google’s new Gemini Enterprise will transform your workday
Today, Google unveiled Gemini Enterprise, its ambitious new platform designed to be the "new front door for AI in the workplace." But what does that actually mean for the average employee? In a new, more detailed post, Google has broken down the four key ways this new AI-powered hub is designed to … [Read more...] about Here are the 4 key ways Google’s new Gemini Enterprise will transform your workday
