The pace of AI feature roll-outs in Google Workspace has been relentless, and the latest update brings a massive upgrade to the creative tools in both Google Slides and Google Vids. A new, more powerful image editing model is here, and with it comes the much-anticipated ability to edit your images … [Read more...] about You can now edit images in Google Slides and Vids with Nano Banana
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Google’s ‘G’ logo is getting a company-wide makeover to reflect the new AI era
For the past decade, Google's iconic, flat, four-color "G" has been a ubiquitous symbol across the web and our devices. It's been a clean, simple, and instantly recognizable mark for the company. But as Google continues its massive shift into the new era of AI, its most prominent logo is now getting … [Read more...] about Google’s ‘G’ logo is getting a company-wide makeover to reflect the new AI era
This new TSA-friendly Anker power bank can charge two laptops and a phone at once
After first being unveiled at IFA 2025 last month, Anker's most powerful portable battery is now officially available for purchase. The new Anker Prime Power Bank (26k, 300W) is a true powerhouse designed for travelers or anyone like me with multiple power-hungry devices. And to celebrate the … [Read more...] about This new TSA-friendly Anker power bank can charge two laptops and a phone at once
I was ready to buy a Kindle until I saw TCL’s new 8-inch NXTPAPER tablet
Over the last several years, I've done almost all of my reading on my phone. It’s convenient, sure, but it's far from an ideal experience. That’s why I’ve recently found myself seriously considering a dedicated e-reader, with the Kindle Paperwhite sitting at the top of my list as the standard, go-to … [Read more...] about I was ready to buy a Kindle until I saw TCL’s new 8-inch NXTPAPER tablet
The big Pixel Buds Pro 2 Feature Drop is here with Adaptive Audio and head gestures
Following their big debut at the Made by Google 2025 event, the exciting new software features for the Pixel Buds Pro 2 are now officially rolling out. A new firmware update (version 4.467) is beginning to arrive for users, and it's a true Feature Drop, bringing a host of smart new capabilities that … [Read more...] about The big Pixel Buds Pro 2 Feature Drop is here with Adaptive Audio and head gestures
YouTube Premium is getting even better with new features for all platforms
While the ad-free experience is the main draw for most YouTube Premium subscribers, the service also comes with a host of other perks and experimental features designed to enhance your viewing experience. In a new announcement, YouTube has confirmed that several of these great features are now … [Read more...] about YouTube Premium is getting even better with new features for all platforms
Gemini in Google Sheets is now a formula-writing genius that explains its own work
For many of us, writing complex spreadsheet formulas can feel like learning a new language. It can be an intimidating and frustrating process of trial and error. In a fantastic new update, Google is making that process a whole lot easier by rolling out a significant upgrade to formula generation in … [Read more...] about Gemini in Google Sheets is now a formula-writing genius that explains its own work
Bryson DeChambeau is partnering with Google Cloud to put AI in every golfer’s pocket
Bryson DeChambeau is known as "The Scientist" of golf for a reason. He's one of the biggest names in the sport, not just for his major wins, but for his relentless, methodical, and meticulous approach to optimizing every single aspect of his game. From custom-designed club heads to AI-powered … [Read more...] about Bryson DeChambeau is partnering with Google Cloud to put AI in every golfer’s pocket
It’s official: Google says the Android and ChromeOS merger is coming ‘next year’
The Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit has been a whirlwind of information this week, and surprisingly, some of the biggest news has nothing to do with phones. Just a couple of days after we heard from both Google’s Rick Osterloh and Qualcomm’s own CEO that the Android and ChromeOS merger was real, but we … [Read more...] about It’s official: Google says the Android and ChromeOS merger is coming ‘next year’
The Pixel 10’s bad GPU benchmark scores might just be outdated drivers
Earlier this month, we highlighted one of the Pixel 10's biggest and most baffling flaws: its shockingly poor GPU performance. Benchmarks showed the new Tensor G5's graphics capabilities lagging not just behind current flagships, but even behind two-year-old Android phones. It was a massive … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10’s bad GPU benchmark scores might just be outdated drivers
‘Play Games Sidekick’ brings a Gemini coach into your games in a massive Google Play update
For years, Google's gaming efforts have felt a bit fragmented, spread across different apps, platforms, and services. This week, in a massive new announcement, Google has unveiled a suite of updates to the Play Store that aims to finally create a truly unified gaming experience; complete with a new … [Read more...] about ‘Play Games Sidekick’ brings a Gemini coach into your games in a massive Google Play update
Possible Google-made Chromebook tablet ‘Sapphire’ will likely have a magnetic charging pen
We're back with another exciting development for 'Sapphire', the first development board based on the 'Tanjiro' reference design for a new wave of powerful, MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook tablets. A new commit we've uncovered in the Chromium Gerrit strongly suggests this upcoming tablet … [Read more...] about Possible Google-made Chromebook tablet ‘Sapphire’ will likely have a magnetic charging pen
