Since its introduction, Google Vids has been a promising new addition to the Workspace suite, offering a simple and collaborative way to create videos. Today, Google is making a major move to get Vids into the hands of a much wider audience by releasing a new, no-cost option for all consumers. And … [Read more...] about Google Vids is now free for everyone, with paid users getting some cool new AI tricks
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The Pixel 10’s Tensor G5 comes with a shockingly weak GPU on paper
With every new Pixel launch, there's a huge amount of excitement around what the latest generation of the Tensor chip will bring to the table. This year, with the move to TSMC for fabrication, hopes were high for the new Tensor G5 in the Pixel 10 series. And while it delivers on many of its AI … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10’s Tensor G5 comes with a shockingly weak GPU on paper
The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is back in stock at Lenovo, for now
Just last week, I was thrilled to announce that the Chromebook I dubbed as the best ever made - the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 - was finally back in stock over on Lenovo's website. Just a few days later, we had to follow up and report that it was already gone again. Sheesh. However, this morning, … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is back in stock at Lenovo, for now
The Pixel 10 will actively manage your battery life, whether you like it or not
One of the less-discussed but more impactful new features of the Pixel 10 series is something Google calls "Battery Health Assistance." First introduced on the Pixel 9a, this software feature is designed to prolong the life of your phone's battery by actively managing its charging speed and capacity … [Read more...] about The Pixel 10 will actively manage your battery life, whether you like it or not
Update resumed: the ChromeOS 139 update is rolling out once again
Earlier this week, we reported that Google had hit the emergency brake on the ChromeOS 139 update, pulling the new version for all devices after its initial roll-out had already begun. As we speculated at the time, this drastic move was almost certainly due to the discovery of a critical bug that … [Read more...] about Update resumed: the ChromeOS 139 update is rolling out once again
Google Pixel 10/Pro/Pro XL unboxing and first impressions [VIDEO]
The day is finally here! The new Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL have landed at the office, and we've spent some time getting them out of the box for our latest video. While our full reviews are still on the way, we wanted to share our first impressions and, more importantly, … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 10/Pro/Pro XL unboxing and first impressions [VIDEO]
And just like that, it’s gone: the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is out of stock again
Well, that didn't last long. Just a few days ago, I was thrilled to announce that my favorite Chromebook ever made, the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14, was finally back in stock and available for purchase directly from Lenovo's website. It was great news for everyone who has been patiently waiting to get … [Read more...] about And just like that, it’s gone: the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is out of stock again
Google’s entire smart home lineup is about to get a huge upgrade
It looks like Google's entire smart home hardware lineup is about to get a big refresh. A new report from Android Headlines has detailed what appears to be the next generation of Nest Cams, a new Nest Doorbell, and the mysterious new smart speaker Google teased at Made by Google earlier this month. … [Read more...] about Google’s entire smart home lineup is about to get a huge upgrade
Last Chance: Our Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 giveaway ends this weekend
Just a quick heads-up for the entire Chrome Unboxed community: our latest giveaway is coming to a close this weekend. If you haven't yet entered for your chance to win the excellent Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14, your time is officially running out. This is your final reminder before we close the … [Read more...] about Last Chance: Our Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 giveaway ends this weekend
Gemini is bringing a killer, dynamic table feature to Google Sheets
For years, one of the key areas where Google Sheets has lagged behind Microsoft Excel has been its native table functionality. While you can, of course, make your data look like a table, the underlying structure and formula intelligence just wasn't the same. Today, that's changing in a big … [Read more...] about Gemini is bringing a killer, dynamic table feature to Google Sheets
Google shares pro-level tips for getting the most out of Gemini’s new image editor
Earlier this week, Google rolled out a massive upgrade to the image generation and editing model in the Gemini app. The new model brings incredible advancements in character consistency, conversational editing, and the ability to blend photos together. Now that this powerful new tool is in our … [Read more...] about Google shares pro-level tips for getting the most out of Gemini’s new image editor
The ChromeOS 139 update has been revoked for now
Just a few days ago, we posted all about the new features rolling out with the ChromeOS 139 update. While not a massive feature drop, it was set to bring a couple of very useful tools like Desk Sync and the much-needed external touchscreen calibration tool. But if you've been smashing that "Check … [Read more...] about The ChromeOS 139 update has been revoked for now
