Google is making a change to Chrome Sync that will affect users who haven't updated their browser in a while. Starting in early 2025, Chrome Sync will stop working on versions of Chrome that are more than four years old. This means that if you're using a very outdated version of Chrome, you'll need … [Read more...] about Chrome browser will stop syncing if your version is too old
A new update for your Pixel Buds Pro 2 may be waiting for you
It appears that the first post-launch update for the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 is starting to make its way to users. Unlike the norm for these firmware updates, I actually have the newest version already and can confirm that it is now likely to be widely rolling out. This new version 3.144 was first … [Read more...] about A new update for your Pixel Buds Pro 2 may be waiting for you
More YouTube Premium experimental features are here for you to try
YouTube Premium subscribers are in for a bit of a treat. The platform is rolling out a series of new experimental features designed to enhance the viewing experience, along with a pot-sweetening bundle deal for Google One users. YouTube Premium users can now enjoy early access to several … [Read more...] about More YouTube Premium experimental features are here for you to try
The sweet Acer Chromebook Spin 312 deal is back to save you $150
Remember the interesting Acer Chromebook Spin 312 that popped up at the very end of 2024 without any warning? Well, not only is it back in stock; this powerful little Chromebook and its intriguing $150 discount are both available once again for purchase. Acer has a review unit on the way over to … [Read more...] about The sweet Acer Chromebook Spin 312 deal is back to save you $150
The impressive Lenovo Legion Tab 3 is legitimately back in stock and I want one
Back at CES 2025, a small-ish tablet from Lenovo really seemed to capture the imagination of a wide audience that is clearly still interested in an easy-to-hold yet still-powerful tablets. The initial announcement of the Legion Tab 3 was met with tons of excitement, and shortly after it made a … [Read more...] about The impressive Lenovo Legion Tab 3 is legitimately back in stock and I want one
Google’s just dropped $250 million on HTC’s XR talent: Here’s why it’s a big deal
It looks like Google's getting real serious about Android XR, the new platform from Google, Qualcomm, and Samsung that's made for all things virtual and augmented reality. According to a short blog post on The Keyword, they just shelled out a cool quarter of a billion dollars to get some top-tier … [Read more...] about Google’s just dropped $250 million on HTC’s XR talent: Here’s why it’s a big deal
A quick look at the new Pixel-like ‘Getting Started Checklist’ for Chromebooks
Last week as ChromeOS 132 rolled out to users and shortly after, official release notes arrived to give us the scoop on what was new. One of the things I didn't expect to see listed was the new onboarding checklist that I actually stumbled on a couple weeks ago in the Developer Channel of ChromeOS … [Read more...] about A quick look at the new Pixel-like ‘Getting Started Checklist’ for Chromebooks
Why I wish Pixel phones would just go back to Snapdragon chips
I've had a love/hate relationship with Google's own Pixel phones over the years. Well, maybe love/hate is too strong a sentiment. Let's go with love/don't prefer instead. There's nothing I inherently hate about Pixel phones and there's a ton about the overall experience I truly do love and miss … [Read more...] about Why I wish Pixel phones would just go back to Snapdragon chips
Why I’m far more excited for Samsung’s AR glasses than their Android XR headset
Amidst the whirlwind of new Samsung Galaxy S25 phones and a sneak peek of the much-anticipated XR headset at Galaxy Unpacked, something else caught my eye: one simple slide during the presentation that shows AR glasses on Samsung's development timeline. While the XR headset (Project Moohan) garnered … [Read more...] about Why I’m far more excited for Samsung’s AR glasses than their Android XR headset
Acer’s 2025 EDU Chromebook lineup includes a new tablet
Acer just introduced new Chromebooks aimed at the education market at BETT 2025, and though this is mostly standard fare for the education-focused conference, there's one little addition to Acer's latest offering that's quite interesting this time around in the form of a tablet, and the Acer … [Read more...] about Acer’s 2025 EDU Chromebook lineup includes a new tablet
The ASUS CM30 Chromebook tablet plummets to just $212
While we still don't have a ton of Chromebook tablets to choose from at this point in 2025, there are a few out there worth a look. The second half of 2024 gave us a couple notable new tablets in the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11" and the ASUS CM30 Detachable. At the same price point, the win … [Read more...] about The ASUS CM30 Chromebook tablet plummets to just $212
Release notes for ChromeOS 132 reveal some fun changes to the OS
ChromeOS 132 actually arrived about a week ago, but there were no official release notes available at the time. I did my best to look for new features, but I didn't stumble upon any that were clearly new. Thanks to release notes over in the Chromebook Support Forum, we now know what's expected in … [Read more...] about Release notes for ChromeOS 132 reveal some fun changes to the OS