Google Messages was supposed to roll out iMessage reactions synchronization on Android as far back as November of this past year, but for some reason or another, it never really fully appeared for most users. In fact, I saw it appear for me one evening, but just as fast as it had shown up, it was … [Read more...] about Google Messages beta is finally rolling out iPhone message reactions as emoji on Android
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Reports of declined Chromebook shipments disregard the bigger picture
The report of my death has been grossly exaggerated.Mark Twain Okay, before the history buffs light the torches, I am well aware that this is an inaccurate quote of the late, great Mark Twain. He actually stated: ...I have even heard on good authority that I was dead. James Ross Clemens, a … [Read more...] about Reports of declined Chromebook shipments disregard the bigger picture
Why the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5400 is now my everyday carry
There's no doubt that as we enter 2022, there are a ton of great Chromebook options out there to choose from. With 10th, 11th, and 12th-gen Intel-powered options all being pretty great, more capable ARM-powered devices already in the mix with more on the way, it feels like there's a Chromebook out … [Read more...] about Why the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5400 is now my everyday carry
Pixel 3 owners can bid farewell to unlimited, original-quality photo storage
Well, today is the day. If you are the proud owner of a #MadeByGoogle Pixel 3 or Pixel 3 XL, you woke up today and something was missing. If you're an avid photo taker, you are likely already aware but for those who missed the memo, your unlimited, original-quality photo storage is no more. Before … [Read more...] about Pixel 3 owners can bid farewell to unlimited, original-quality photo storage
Gmail on the web is getting a massive visual overhaul complete with Material You
A while back, we covered a fairly standard Workspace update blog post from Google. Inside of that blog post though, was something that flew completely under the radar. Google purposely dropped a single image of a completely revamped Gmail interface and chose not to say anything about it. Despite … [Read more...] about Gmail on the web is getting a massive visual overhaul complete with Material You
Strange Chrome OS 97 bug keeps some users from connecting to their HP printers
First reported by Kevin Tofel of About Chromebooks, some Chromebook owners simply can't print from their HP printers right now and are instead receiving a "filter error" issue. After bringing attention to this bug, many others have chimed in, stating that factory resetting their printers, … [Read more...] about Strange Chrome OS 97 bug keeps some users from connecting to their HP printers
Best Chromebook Deals: Save big on Acer, HP, Samsung and Lenovo
Welcome to 2022!!! The future of Chrome OS is brighter than ever and there is a truckload of new and exciting devices headed our way over the next 12-18 months. While we're waiting on the new class of Chrome OS devices to land, there are plenty of great Chromebooks to choose from right now that will … [Read more...] about Best Chromebook Deals: Save big on Acer, HP, Samsung and Lenovo
One-click audio muting for any Chrome tab may soon come back from the dead
Today, you can already mute any Chrome tab's audio by right-clicking it and selecting "Mute site" as depicted in the image below. It's a feature that Google added a while back to help alleviate those annoying audio ads that abruptly blast through your computer speakers without your permission (How … [Read more...] about One-click audio muting for any Chrome tab may soon come back from the dead
G Suite Legacy free edition users may not be forced to pay for Workspace after all
Recently, we discussed how longtime users of G Suite's legacy free edition would basically be forced to upgrade to the new and improved Google Workspace on July 1, 2022, and there were understandably many people who were upset by the company's decision. Possibly due to the immediate and heavy … [Read more...] about G Suite Legacy free edition users may not be forced to pay for Workspace after all
Avoid accidentally nuking all of your Android Chrome tabs with this new confirmation dialog
Open the Chrome browser on your phone and tell me in the comments how many tabs you have accumulated so far. How often do you go back to them and actually use and close each tab after you build them up? Are you like me and gain over a hundred tabs, attributing value to them over the course of a … [Read more...] about Avoid accidentally nuking all of your Android Chrome tabs with this new confirmation dialog
The Chrome Cast 148: new details emerge on the Pixel Notepad and Pixel Watch
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin things by introducing our newest, soon-to-be employee: Andrew Johnson. He's not technically on the team just yet, but we're near getting him onboarded and we spend a few minutes letting all of you get to know him a bit better. Andrew will be helping us with … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 148: new details emerge on the Pixel Notepad and Pixel Watch
Google continues with its decision to roll out Play Store “Offers” tab for daily deals and discounts
I've made it clear how I feel about Google Offers - no, not that Google Offers that was launched in 2011 and subsequently shut down in 2014 that allowed you to get coupons and deals for local merchants in the same vein as Groupon. This Google Offers is being baked directly into the Google Play … [Read more...] about Google continues with its decision to roll out Play Store “Offers” tab for daily deals and discounts
