The simmering tension between online publishers and Google over the rise of AI Overviews has just boiled over. A new lawsuit has been filed, this time by Penske Media Corporation, the parent company of major outlets like Rolling Stone. The suit alleges what many of us in the publishing world have … [Read more...] about As publishers sue, Google says users want AI summaries more than blue links
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Google’s AI in the real world helps 38 million farmers predict a tricky monsoon season
In a sea of news about AI-powered chatbots, image generators, and smart assistants, it's easy to lose sight of the truly profound, world-changing potential of this technology. But today, Google has shared a story that is a powerful and inspiring reminder of what AI is capable of when applied to a … [Read more...] about Google’s AI in the real world helps 38 million farmers predict a tricky monsoon season
Google Drive’s homepage is getting smarter with new AI-powered file summaries
The homepage in Google Drive is a fantastic, underrated feature for quickly finding the files you're most likely to need. With AI-powered suggestions that are usually spot-on, Google Drive makes life with lots of files a bit easier on a daily basis; but you still have to click into each document to … [Read more...] about Google Drive’s homepage is getting smarter with new AI-powered file summaries
Qualcomm confirms Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: A new chip with a name that already needs an explanation
We're just a week out from Qualcomm's annual Snapdragon Summit, where the company will unveil the next-generation chip destined to power 2026's flagship Android phones. However, Qualcomm has jumped the gun by announcing the name of its new silicon—the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5—and has already … [Read more...] about Qualcomm confirms Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: A new chip with a name that already needs an explanation
We now have 10 upcoming ‘Skywalker’ Chromebooks in the works with ‘Grogu’ and ‘Starros’
In what has become one of the more exciting, ongoing stories we're tracking in the world of Chromebook development, the baseboard for the mysterious MediaTek MT8189, codenamed ‘Skywalker’, has completely shattered all precedents for the sheer volume of ARM-powered Chromebooks in development at one … [Read more...] about We now have 10 upcoming ‘Skywalker’ Chromebooks in the works with ‘Grogu’ and ‘Starros’
Google’s new AI tools for ads can transform 100 photos at once
In the fast-paced world of digital marketing, creating high-quality, on-brand creative assets is a constant challenge. In a new announcement, Google is rolling out a powerful new suite of generative AI tools within its Google Ads Asset Studio, and they are designed to be a one-stop-shop for … [Read more...] about Google’s new AI tools for ads can transform 100 photos at once
Finding changes in Google Sheets’ version history is about to get so much easier
Version history in Google Sheets is one of those absolutely critical, sometimes-life-saving features. It's a powerful tool for recovering lost data, understanding how a spreadsheet has evolved, and seeing who made specific edits. But if you've ever tried to hunt for a single cell change in a … [Read more...] about Finding changes in Google Sheets’ version history is about to get so much easier
You can now buy the incredible Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
It's been a bit of a rollercoaster for the new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514, hasn't it? We saw it leak at Best Buy, saw it get pulled down, then we had the official announcement at IFA along with our own hands-on unboxing video, followed up shortly by the return of the Best Buy listing with a … [Read more...] about You can now buy the incredible Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
Why there could be more than one new Kompanio Ultra Chromebook Tablet
Just yesterday, we were thrilled to uncover evidence of 'Tanjiro': a new Chromebook tablet in development with the incredible MediaTek Kompanio Ultra chip inside. The prospect of a single device with that amazing processor in a tablet form factor was exciting enough. But as I've continued to dig … [Read more...] about Why there could be more than one new Kompanio Ultra Chromebook Tablet
Gmail is making it easier to track packages and find the best deals
As we get closer and closer to the holiday shopping season, our inboxes are about to get a lot busier with order confirmations, shipping notifications, and an avalanche of promotional emails. In a timely and very welcome update, Google is rolling out two new features for Gmail designed to help you … [Read more...] about Gmail is making it easier to track packages and find the best deals
Your Spotify Premium subscription just got a huge audio upgrade at no extra cost
It’s been a long time coming. The saga of Spotify's high-fidelity audio offering has felt like a tech industry myth at times, with the first rumors dating all the way back to 2017. A promised 2021 launch came and went, and even as recently as this summer, renewed rumors were met with a healthy dose … [Read more...] about Your Spotify Premium subscription just got a huge audio upgrade at no extra cost
It’s happening! A new MediaTek Kompanio Ultra Chromebook tablet is coming
Ever since the debut of the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra, we've been absolutely blown away by its capabilities. In devices like the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 and the new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514, this chip has proven to be crazy-fast, incredibly efficient, and better at running Android apps than any … [Read more...] about It’s happening! A new MediaTek Kompanio Ultra Chromebook tablet is coming
