As a part of this year's Safer Internet Day 2022, Google has announced several updates to its privacy and security efforts across the board. Since last year when it auto-enrolled 150 million Google Account users into 2SV, or two-step verification, the company has seen a 50% decrease in compromised … [Read more...] about Google introduces account level Enhanced Safe Browsing, expands Assistant Guest Mode, more
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5 reasons why everyone should use a VPN
Was increasing your cybersecurity among your New Year’s resolutions? It doesn’t sound too sexy, but neither does falling victim to a cyber attack. Think you're immune? I did too. That was, until the week of Christmas when I received an email welcoming me to my new Wells Fargo checking account. … [Read more...] about 5 reasons why everyone should use a VPN
[Correction] Google Calendar simplifies managing tasks you never got around to
Correction: We stated that Google Tasks would move with you to a new day if not marked off as complete, but this feature only works with Reminders. The original article has been left intact, but we're noting the correction here for accuracy. Thanks, Edward Darrah! I use Google Tasks a ton in … [Read more...] about [Correction] Google Calendar simplifies managing tasks you never got around to
“Chrome Journeys” makes it even easier to pick up where you left off searching for something
I discovered "Chrome Journeys" all the way back in September of this past year. It's a Chrome browser exclusive feature baked into the History page that allows you to continue searching where you left off and groups visited pages based on their topic or category. Google then revealed the feature … [Read more...] about “Chrome Journeys” makes it even easier to pick up where you left off searching for something
Chromebase for Meetings can now participate in Google Meet Polls and Q&As
Thanks mostly to HP, the Chromebase has made a strong comeback, and the all-in-one Chrome OS desktop presents itself as a solid option for the workplace, consumer kiosks, and home setups alike. For those that use a Chromebase at work or as a work-from-home device, Google is adding a very useful … [Read more...] about Chromebase for Meetings can now participate in Google Meet Polls and Q&As
Chrome OS 98 offers a screen capture update, a new virtual desk shortcut, and more
Chromebook and Chromebox owners rejoice - Chrome OS 98 is now rolling out and it features several new improvements that I believe you'll welcome with open arms. From system convenience tweaks to new emoji and more, we're going to take a look at what's coming to you when your device updates if it … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 98 offers a screen capture update, a new virtual desk shortcut, and more
ASUS Chromebook CX9 review: all the specs, none of the charm
It's been a long time coming, but we need to talk about the ASUS Chromebook CX9. When it was announced just over a year ago at the oddly online-only CES 2021, we thought ASUS had done it. We thought they'd built the Chromebook of our dreams with no caveats, no shortcuts, no cut corners. And while … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook CX9 review: all the specs, none of the charm
Chrome revamps its logo for the first time since 2014, customizes it per operating system
It's been eight years since Google Chrome has changed its logo design, and this week, it's finally time! In-house Chrome designer Elvin Hu took to Twitter to show off the new design, and at first blush, you may not realize the differences. First showing off the history of the browser icon, you … [Read more...] about Chrome revamps its logo for the first time since 2014, customizes it per operating system
Yes! The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is $100 off today
Lenovo's latest detachable Chromebook is hands-down the best Chrome OS tablet you can buy at the moment. Granted, there are more powerful devices that will get you the latest 11th Gen Intel CPUs for only a couple hundred dollars more. Still, there's something to be said about having the versatility … [Read more...] about Yes! The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is $100 off today
The calendar widget on Chrome OS will soon open events in the web browser
I've been covering the awesome, new Calendar Productivity Experiment for Chrome OS for some time now. In fact, before it was even announced as a developer flag, I created a mock-up of what it would look and feel like to have exactly that accessible via the quick settings menu and even stumbled … [Read more...] about The calendar widget on Chrome OS will soon open events in the web browser
Google Duo surpasses an impressive milestone with 5 billion Google Play Store installs
Google Duo - Google's "Facetime" alternative for Android and Chrome OS users - just passed an incredible milestone on the Google Play Store. Now sitting at 5 billion user installs, it's likely something that needs no introduction. In fact, over the past year or two, I've seen many of my friends, … [Read more...] about Google Duo surpasses an impressive milestone with 5 billion Google Play Store installs
The Chrome Cast 149: Chromebook sales numbers are down, Pixel sales soar in Q4 of 2021
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the show talking through our recent review of the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5400. It has become a favorite around the office and there are a lot of reasons why, so we cover those and talk about a few other hardware-related things we're looking forward to form … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 149: Chromebook sales numbers are down, Pixel sales soar in Q4 of 2021
