Last year, we learned that Google had big plans to absorb its Podcasts content directly into the YouTube user experience and even appointed a new leader to clean it all up and make it presentable in the video streaming app. At that time, we had no idea what that would look like in practicality, but … [Read more...] about Google Podcasts begins its YouTube merger with a new, dedicated Explore page category
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The new ChromeOS calendar widget is nice, but it needs one thing to make it great
One of the newest additions to ChromeOS is the calendar widget that is situated in the new, split system tray area. It's a nice addition to the OS and one that I find myself using on a pretty regular basis to simply see dates a few weeks out when needed. There's a nice integration with my Google … [Read more...] about The new ChromeOS calendar widget is nice, but it needs one thing to make it great
Upcoming Chromebook ‘glanceable’ widgets to get calendar support
Last week it was discovered that Chromebooks are likely to get basic widget support via 'glanceable' tiles added to the ChormeOS desktop in the future. The initial commits showcased only a clock and weather widget, leaving me to only hope that at least the addition of a calendar widget was in the … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chromebook ‘glanceable’ widgets to get calendar support
The premium ARM-powered Acer Chromebook Spin 513 is finally at Best Buy
Acer has long been considered the "King of Chromebooks" for a variety of reasons. From making some of the best and most affordable flagship-caliber premium devices to offering numerous options to fit nearly every budget and use case, Acer is crushing it in the ChromeOS space. One of the most … [Read more...] about The premium ARM-powered Acer Chromebook Spin 513 is finally at Best Buy
Google TV gaining performance and storage-saving improvements
Google has shared today via a community post its plans to improve the experience for Google TV users by delivering a few overdue updates based on user feedback. Some of these have already been rolled out, while some are being promised to be delivered soon for Chromecast with Google TV and other … [Read more...] about Google TV gaining performance and storage-saving improvements
“Chrome://apps” is getting overhauled to match the design of your Chromebook launcher
First discovered by About Chromebooks, Google is working on a visual and functional overhaul to Chrome's "Apps" landing page. When you visit "Chrome://apps" on Windows PCs, you'll be met with a paginated library of your installed web applications. These can also be seen over on your Chromebook in … [Read more...] about “Chrome://apps” is getting overhauled to match the design of your Chromebook launcher
How to use the Google Photos’ Camouflage feature
Google debuted "Camouflage," a Google Photos companion feature to Magic Eraser which helps get rid of distracting objects by applying a muted color instead of completely erasing it, with the launch of the Pixel 6a. Luckily, the feature eventually made its way to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, … [Read more...] about How to use the Google Photos’ Camouflage feature
Nvidia launches 1440p support for GeForce NOW, but ChromeOS misses out
This week, Nvidia began to roll out its 1440p streaming option for its GeForce NOW cloud gaming service. This new streaming quality option is available directly through your web browser via Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge on Windows PCs. Being advertised on its official blog as a back-to-school … [Read more...] about Nvidia launches 1440p support for GeForce NOW, but ChromeOS misses out
Pixel Watch may become the first smartwatch supported by Google Fi
The Pixel Watch is slated to launch in October alongside the Google Pixel 7 series and is expected to be simultaneously met with enthusiasm and skepticism. The Pixel Watch will be the first smartwatch made by Google, sporting the latest and greatest from WearOS, but with a clean Pixel-esque UI and … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch may become the first smartwatch supported by Google Fi
Pixel 7 and 7 Pro early hands-on reveals differences with the Pixel 6 line
Google gave us all a first look at the next generation of Pixel devices at this year's I/O conference, revealing that this time around, the Pixel 7 devices would have a more polished look while still keeping with the design language made popular by the Pixel 6 — which has become synonymous with the … [Read more...] about Pixel 7 and 7 Pro early hands-on reveals differences with the Pixel 6 line
How to enable and use per app languages on Android 13
Google surprised everyone by releasing the latest version of its Android operating system before the newest lineup of its hardware devices, and Android 13 is now available before the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. In the past, I've toyed with the idea of changing the system language on the phone in order … [Read more...] about How to enable and use per app languages on Android 13
The Chrome Cast 188: Pixel Watch excitement and a Chromebook-powered golf simulator
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the show talking a bit about the coming Pixel Watch and how the features, look and feel of that watch could be a huge uptick for Wear OS as a whole. With Fitbit integration, a great look, and a focus on glanceable information, we all are excited to see this … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 188: Pixel Watch excitement and a Chromebook-powered golf simulator
