Ruggedized Chromebooks are nothing new at this point. We've seen these classroom-ready devices in all sorts of shapes, forms and sizes over the years. And we've also taken the claims that manufacturers make about them at face value the entire time, too. To be fair, I always assumed the claims … [Read more...] about We beat up a rugged EDU Chromebook and then dropped it off the roof [VIDEO]
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Google Messages web app will now respect your eyes at night by syncing with your device’s theme
Google's Messages web application is pretty rudimentary and compared to its Android app counterpart, it's more utilitarian in nature, but it gets the job done in a pinch. Once the company added a dark mode for it, I was ecstatic! It could be activated by choosing the setting from the vertical three … [Read more...] about Google Messages web app will now respect your eyes at night by syncing with your device’s theme
New changes to Google’s Developer Policy should make apps and games less invasive
As announced last month on the Play Console Help website, changes to Google's Developer Program Policy are now in effect. While there were several updates that drastically affect how developers can interact with and market to users, The Register reports one of the most notable differences that have … [Read more...] about New changes to Google’s Developer Policy should make apps and games less invasive
Android 13 September security update rolling out now to eligible Pixels
Google has announced that the first monthly security patch for Android 13, or September 2022 monthly software update, is rolling out now to eligible Pixel devices. Unfortunately, for reasons unknown, the Pixel 6a won't be getting this update until later this month. This update patch, build … [Read more...] about Android 13 September security update rolling out now to eligible Pixels
Lenovo USI Pen 2 compatible with the Duet 3 Chromebook is finally available to order
After months of waiting for a USI 2.0 to become available to use with the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3, I am happy to report that the wait is over. I was casually checking on the status of this pen, which I've been doing almost daily for the past few weeks, when I noticed that it no longer said it was … [Read more...] about Lenovo USI Pen 2 compatible with the Duet 3 Chromebook is finally available to order
Deal Alert: $100 off this powerful 12th Gen Intel 2-in-1 Chromebook
Just yesterday, Robby shared some exciting details on the latest 12th Gen Core i3 CPU that powers the 16-inch ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5601. It turns out that the raw CPU power of the Alder Lake Core i3 is nearly on par with its more-powerful Core i5 and Core i7 siblings. With Octane scores over … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $100 off this powerful 12th Gen Intel 2-in-1 Chromebook
Turns out, the 12th-gen Intel Core i3 is an absolute performance monster in Chromebooks
As 12th-gen Intel-powered Chromebooks have finally started trickling in during the second half of 2022, we've yet to get our hands on one that actually comes with the more entry-level internal configuration you're more likely to see in stores. For this current generation of Chromebooks, that usually … [Read more...] about Turns out, the 12th-gen Intel Core i3 is an absolute performance monster in Chromebooks
Chrome’s upcoming high-efficiency and battery saver mode will have visual indicators
We have been discussing and following the development of a few Chrome and ChromeOS features to improve battery and performance. We have been documenting all that here based on the diligent work that u/Leopeva64-2 on Reddit has done. Just a couple of weeks ago, we reported on the introduction of a … [Read more...] about Chrome’s upcoming high-efficiency and battery saver mode will have visual indicators
Access to the Stadia-driven Resident Evil Village demo offered by Capcom will soon expire
Stadia's white label service called "Immersive Stream for Games" has been a thing for a while now, and since the shock has died down that the company was not solely focused on the consumer, its B2B solution has gone on to become a powerhouse for letting third parties demo content to their customers … [Read more...] about Access to the Stadia-driven Resident Evil Village demo offered by Capcom will soon expire
Snore and cough detection for Digital Wellbeing on Android is finally on its way
Google's 2nd generation Nest Hub integrated something called Sleep Sensing using its onboard Soli chip back when the device first shipped, and this feature allowed the smart display to detect sleep patterns like how long you rest, the quality of that rest, and more. Additionally, something called … [Read more...] about Snore and cough detection for Digital Wellbeing on Android is finally on its way
Google announces in-person hardware event for October 6th
It is official. Google will hold its first in-person hardware event in recent years on October 6th, 2022 at 10am EST. The announcement was done via social media, confirming that the event will be streamed live. The announcement also links to the event page within the Google Store, which you can … [Read more...] about Google announces in-person hardware event for October 6th
Fitbit expands AFib detection feature to UK, Europe, and more regions
Google announced in early April that its Fitbit line of smartwatches had received FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) clearance to use a new algorithm in its products in order to help detect irregular heart rhythm conditions such as Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). By the end of April, this new … [Read more...] about Fitbit expands AFib detection feature to UK, Europe, and more regions
