This morning, Google announced what we had long suspected - Google Assistant and Calendar reminders would be going away forever. However, all is not so depressing when you consider what it actually means for the future of productivity through Google apps and services. In a Keyword blog post, Ilya … [Read more...] about You’ll soon be able to create regular Google Tasks anywhere, anytime via Assistant voice commands
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Another mysterious new MediaTek processor is coming to Chromebooks
It wasn't that long ago that we surfaced a new MediaTek chipset on the way for Chromebooks, internally dubbed as the MT8186. Little is still known about this SoC, but judging by the model number, I'd still wager it will end up as the followup to the current Kompanio 500 - internally called the … [Read more...] about Another mysterious new MediaTek processor is coming to Chromebooks
Here’s a look at the 2nd gen wired Nest Doorbell that will be revealed at Google’s hardware event
It's no secret that Google has had plans to refresh its Nest Doorbell offerings, and with the upcoming Google hardware event, we're expecting to see a second-generation wired Nest Doorbell device added to the lineup. Luckily, thanks to the Google Home app's 2.58 update, and 9to5Google's excellent … [Read more...] about Here’s a look at the 2nd gen wired Nest Doorbell that will be revealed at Google’s hardware event
Google Meet (Duo) app adds an account switcher to separate work from personal
Following the conversion of Duo over to Google Meet that took place last month, Google had to eventually reinstate the Duo icon to that app due to users expressing confusion over the transition. Now that the app is back to having its familiar blue icon, changes continue within the application with … [Read more...] about Google Meet (Duo) app adds an account switcher to separate work from personal
The upcoming Chromecast HD comes with an odd upgrade over its ‘premium’ sibling
Thanks to @Za_Raczke over on Twitter, we have a pretty firm idea now of what we should expect in the rather-odd Chromecast HD that we expect to see pretty soon. While we're not certain Google will include this device in the keynote for the upcoming October 6th hardware event, I'd wager we'll see it … [Read more...] about The upcoming Chromecast HD comes with an odd upgrade over its ‘premium’ sibling
Google’s upcoming device just leaked as the ‘Nest Wifi Pro’, looks to be a self-contained unit
Last month, we reported on an upcoming iteration to Google's popular Nest Wifi hardware and stated that it would ship with one feature that missed the boat with the launch of the previous version of the device. That feature was Wi-Fi 6E, an improved Wi-Fi standard with increased range, strength, and … [Read more...] about Google’s upcoming device just leaked as the ‘Nest Wifi Pro’, looks to be a self-contained unit
Tensor 2 benchmark results reveal iteration, not overhaul for Google’s custom Pixel SoC
Google has made it clear to everyone that they won't only launch an upgrade to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro on October 6th, but that these new devices will come with a new version of their in-house Tensor SoC as well. Dubbed Tensor G2, this new chip hasn't been completely unpacked by Google just … [Read more...] about Tensor 2 benchmark results reveal iteration, not overhaul for Google’s custom Pixel SoC
The 12th Gen Acer Spin Chromebook 714 just hit an all-time low price
After posting last week's top 5 deal round-up and pointing out that Chromebook discounts are few are far between at the moment. Best Buy has just dropped the biggest discount we've ever seen on what is arguably the best overall device of 2022. Of course, I'm talking about the premium, powerful Acer … [Read more...] about The 12th Gen Acer Spin Chromebook 714 just hit an all-time low price
How to tell Web apps and Android apps apart on your Chromebook
ChromeOS is one of the few operating systems that allows you to install applications from other operating systems, as is the case with Linux and Android apps that run in their own separate containers. However, having a combination of web app shortcuts, PWAs, Android apps, and Linux apps running on … [Read more...] about How to tell Web apps and Android apps apart on your Chromebook
Keep notes becomes the latest app to join the Workspace family
It looks like my absolute favorite Google app just made the switch in its branding to reflect its bundling into Google Workspace. Shown in the screenshot below, the splashscreen for the notetaking app now shows the Workspace logo near the bottom of the screen. 9to5Google first noticed this change, … [Read more...] about Keep notes becomes the latest app to join the Workspace family
How to install non-Google Play Store apps on your Chromebook without switching to developer mode
Sometimes, an Android app that you want to install on your Chromebook may simply not be available on the Google Play Store. This could be either because it's incompatible, or because the app's developer has tagged it as such due to the experience on your device not being exactly how they prefer to … [Read more...] about How to install non-Google Play Store apps on your Chromebook without switching to developer mode
Google Chat gets multi-language Smart Replies and multi-media support
A couple of new updates are rolling out to Google Chat this week that will make the service more user-friendly for those using it on mobile or the Web. These new features were announced via the Google Workspace blog, but are not necessarily just for Workspace customers. Currently, iOS users are … [Read more...] about Google Chat gets multi-language Smart Replies and multi-media support
