Third-party companies have long since supported Google's hardware ecosystem with extensible accessories, but one that has risen to the top in both terms of quality and quantity is Wasserstein. Between its Nest and Google TV products, it's taken the time and attention to create truly useful "add-ons" … [Read more...] about New “Made for Fitbit” accessories by Wasserstein improve and secure your wearables
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Here are all the new fun and helpful features coming to Android
In the latest roundup of features that the Android team has been working on, Google took to The Keyword to share all the new and fun developments. Some of these we had already covered before on this site as they were either in testing or available already but without an official announcement. Some, … [Read more...] about Here are all the new fun and helpful features coming to Android
ChromeOS 105 is now rolling out to most current Chromebooks
There's no denying the fact that ChromeOS 105 is an iterative update. The headline feature added this time around is a new gaming overlay interface for Android games that is now officially in alpha status. While a solid feature that will be useful and better in time, it is limited to a handful of … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 105 is now rolling out to most current Chromebooks
We beat up a rugged EDU Chromebook and then dropped it off the roof [VIDEO]
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]
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
