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Google TV’s Library tab is busted for some, showing ‘Unable to load library’ error
Google TV’s ‘Library’ tab has been acting up quite a bit for a handful of people. In fact, it’s gone so far as to break entirely for some. Now, several users over on Reddit and the Google Support forums are reporting that the following "Unable to load library" error is all they can call up … [Read more...] about Google TV’s Library tab is busted for some, showing ‘Unable to load library’ error
Win one of 6 Lenovo Smart Clock 2’s with the wireless charging base
One of our absolute favorite things to do around here is give stuff away. Whether it is a new Chromebook, some accessories, or smart home devices, getting new tech in the hands of our readers, viewers, and listeners is just awesome. As you can tell from the title, we have a bit of that to do … [Read more...] about Win one of 6 Lenovo Smart Clock 2’s with the wireless charging base
Gmail’s redesign is rolling out now for regular Google Account users and here’s how to use it
Just a few weeks ago, Google revealed a massive, visual overhaul for Gmail complete with Material You theming. At the time, it was only announced for Workspace accounts, but now, the Google Workspace Updates blog post that initially announced it has been updated to reveal that the design is now … [Read more...] about Gmail’s redesign is rolling out now for regular Google Account users and here’s how to use it
Nothing adds Google Assistant to its earbuds, giving Pixel Buds A-Series more competition
For anyone who may have been as disgruntled with the previous generation of Pixel Buds as I was and may be looking for an alternative, the Pixel Buds A-Series are great. So far as I can tell, they've completely fixed the cutouts that Google couldn't overcome with past iterations, and they're … [Read more...] about Nothing adds Google Assistant to its earbuds, giving Pixel Buds A-Series more competition
Chrome OS has a strange relationship with letting users listen to multiple simultaneous audio sources
It's fairly common for anyone using a computer to run two audio sources at the same time. Maybe it's our short attention spans or perhaps it's my generation's fault - the millennials. It's still cool to blame everything on the millennials, right? Either way, on Windows, I often have music playing … [Read more...] about Chrome OS has a strange relationship with letting users listen to multiple simultaneous audio sources
The Chrome Cast 150: Chrome OS 98 arrives with some great new features
This week, we begin the podcast by debuting our latest giveaway: 6 Lenovo Smart Clocks with the wireless charging dock. You can check out more details on this device here, but don't forget to get entered for your chance to win down further in this post. This time around, the giveaway will run … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 150: Chrome OS 98 arrives with some great new features
Microsoft lures unhappy Workspace legacy free edition users with a steep 365 discount
Corporate Vice President for Microsoft 365 wrote a blog post this week that details the company's sweet, sweet offer for disgruntled Google Workspace legacy free edition users. Microsoft is offering this group 60% off of a 12-month Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Business Standard, or Business Premium … [Read more...] about Microsoft lures unhappy Workspace legacy free edition users with a steep 365 discount
Google scrapped a smart light specifically designed to improve video call lighting
In November of last year, we discovered that Google had created an AI and ML feature that automatically fixes your Google Meet video call lighting in real-time and that it had been working on several improvements to auto-exposure during meetings. Now, it looks like before those awesome tools went … [Read more...] about Google scrapped a smart light specifically designed to improve video call lighting
PriceRunner is suing Google Shopping for $2.4 billion over anti-trust practices
A price comparison platform called "PriceRunner" that's based out of Sweden is looking to sue Google, and more specifically, Google Shopping for anti-trust practices. Is anyone surprised? Basically, after the EU slapped Google with an antitrust lawsuit for Shopping, PriceRunner is following up with … [Read more...] about PriceRunner is suing Google Shopping for $2.4 billion over anti-trust practices
Chrome OS 98: 5 new features you should try
Chrome OS 98 is out and available for most devices at this point, so it's time to dig in and see what new features are hiding both behind flags and in plain sight. Michael did a great job highlighting the main new features of Chrome OS 98 in a post earlier this week, but just like we see with each … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 98: 5 new features you should try
Soon, you’ll be able to fully manage your Chrome downloads from the top toolbar
Coming to us from trusted Redditor and Chrome update hunter Leopeva64-2, the Chrome browser's downloads are not only moving up to the top-right of your window, as we've previously reported but will soon feature a few new enhancements. This update is currently live in Chrome Canary. As you can see … [Read more...] about Soon, you’ll be able to fully manage your Chrome downloads from the top toolbar
