Ever since the Pixel 6a design renders first leaked back in November - revealing that the mid-range version of Google's popular phone was very similar to its flagship counterpart - there has been much speculation on what the internal specs may turn out to be. It looks like we may now have some … [Read more...] about Budget Google Pixel 6a benchmarks spotted on Geekbench
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New Google patent reveals plans to incorporate skin gestures on wearables
Just as we were talking about the highly-anticipated release of the Pixel Watch and how Google is acquiring new talent and patents for their audio devices, news comes to us from Let's Go Digital of a patent filed back in mid-2020 that may hint at some added functionality for both the Pixel Watch and … [Read more...] about New Google patent reveals plans to incorporate skin gestures on wearables
13th-gen Intel Raptor Lake Chromebook spotted in development
As is always the case, development and progress for Chromebooks continues moving forward. We aren't even yet to the point where you can head over to Best Buy and pick up a 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromebook and here we are talking about 13th-gen devices in development. Where once we got excited … [Read more...] about 13th-gen Intel Raptor Lake Chromebook spotted in development
Chrome is now faster than Safari on Mac scoring 300 on Apple’s benchmark Speedometer
This morning, Google's Senior Director of Chrome Engineering, Max Christoff announced that the Chrome browser on macOS has reached a new speed milestone. As of Chrome 99, it's now faster than Safari, according to Apple's own "Speedometer" benchmark system. Scoring a 300, Chrome is now the fastest … [Read more...] about Chrome is now faster than Safari on Mac scoring 300 on Apple’s benchmark Speedometer
Google has been buying up audio talent and patents, likely has big plans for next Pixel Buds
If a recent report by Protocol is to be believed, Google is likely gearing up for some big plans with the release of its next Pixel Buds. It's said that the tech giant has acquired four or more audio-focused startups and teams in the past 15 months, but things are hush across the board, and Google … [Read more...] about Google has been buying up audio talent and patents, likely has big plans for next Pixel Buds
Google Workspace Admins can now monitor Drive files changed by external users
The Google Workspace Updates blog has announced that starting March 2nd, Admins will now be able to see events in their Google Drive logs that involve their organization and other external organizations or users. This change will allow Admins to monitor when files that are shared with users that … [Read more...] about Google Workspace Admins can now monitor Drive files changed by external users
How to find and highlight duplicates in Google Sheets
Google Sheets includes an option to find and remove duplicates, but it doesn't give you a chance to review these duplicates before deciding whether they should be removed or not. Thankfully there is a workaround for this using conditional formatting and a handy formula that highlights the duplicates … [Read more...] about How to find and highlight duplicates in Google Sheets
The Chrome Cast 154: Lenovo announces new Chromebooks at MWC 2022
On this latest episode of The Chrome Cast, we spend the bulk of the show discussing Lenovo's new Chromebook lineup that was announced at MWC 2022. With meaningful updates to beloved Chromebooks like the Duet and Flex 5, Lenovo has put together a strong showing as we move into the second quarter of … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 154: Lenovo announces new Chromebooks at MWC 2022
Youtube is paying podcasters on its platform to make video versions of their content
According to a new report by Bloomberg, YouTube is offering certain content creators on its platform up to $300,000 to get them to convert their audio podcasts into video format. This comes after the company hinted several times at its efforts to drive more podcaster traffic toward the streaming … [Read more...] about Youtube is paying podcasters on its platform to make video versions of their content
Google, Microsoft, Apple, Mozilla join forces to solve browsers compatibility issues
The major tech companies that develop the top web browsers (Google, Microsoft, Apple, Mozilla, Bocoup, and Igalia) along with other supporters have announced that they have - for the first time ever - banded together in order to improve interoperability and thus make things much easier on Web … [Read more...] about Google, Microsoft, Apple, Mozilla join forces to solve browsers compatibility issues
[Correction] Here’s everything you need to know about Google’s Pixel Pass subscription service
Correction: In the article, I stated that anyone canceling Pixel Pass would be "required to pay the remaining value of their Pixel device at a non-discounted price in addition to a one-time cancelation fee. However, if you are returning a Pixel phone while subscribed to Pixel Pass, there is actually … [Read more...] about [Correction] Here’s everything you need to know about Google’s Pixel Pass subscription service
Rumor: Google Pixel 6a and Pixel Watch release delayed due to chip shortage
A new rumor claims that the Google Pixel 6a and possibly the highly anticipated Pixel Watch may not be unveiled in May during Google IO 2022, as it was originally rumored. Instead, it is now expected to be announced in late July due to the ongoing chip shortage. The tip comes from noted tech … [Read more...] about Rumor: Google Pixel 6a and Pixel Watch release delayed due to chip shortage
