As they've done each year since the inception of the Google Store, Google has posted all their Black Friday deals in preparation for the holiday shopping rush. While it was already happening prior to the pandemic, COVID-19 forced retailers to really rethink how they position holiday-inspired deals, … [Read more...] about Why Google’s choice to skip Black Friday deals on Pixel 6 makes sense
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You can now livestream Stadia gameplay of select titles to Youtube in 4K resolution
Since its launch, the ability to stream live gameplay to Youtube from Google Stadia was capped at 1080p at 60 frames per second resolution. Now, according to a Twitter user by the name of Nohinn, livestreaming is receiving more options! In the tweet, Nohinn displays their resolution options and … [Read more...] about You can now livestream Stadia gameplay of select titles to Youtube in 4K resolution
If the Pixel Fold is dead, Android 12L might be aimed more at Chromebooks than we thought
This is not the type of news you want to hear on a Monday. I suppose it's the right day of the week for it, though. While I don't share in the collective ire directed at the first working day of the week that many people seem to feel, it goes without saying that Monday's are simply the worst. And … [Read more...] about If the Pixel Fold is dead, Android 12L might be aimed more at Chromebooks than we thought
This Chromebook deal makes it impossible to recommend any other device under $300
I know it is approaching the holiday season and I know we always see great deals this time of year, but this one is ludicrous. What makes it even more crazy is the fact that just a couple weeks ago I wrote about this same Chromebook and a similar deal and it was a fantastic one at that time. While … [Read more...] about This Chromebook deal makes it impossible to recommend any other device under $300
The Google Play Store will now allow you to install Android TV apps right from your phone
Rolling out now is the ability to directly install compatible Android TV apps on your set-top boxes right from the Google Play Store on your Android devices. The feature was first discovered by a Redditor who goes by the name Avigi. For this individual, you can see below that in their attempt to … [Read more...] about The Google Play Store will now allow you to install Android TV apps right from your phone
Combined AR and VR efforts along with Area 120 incubator form new “Google Labs”
Google Labs has produced some of the greatest innovations for the tech giant including Maps, Reader, Trends, Alerts, Sheets, and Groups among others. Back in 2011, it shuttered the brand, under the notion that it was prioritizing its product efforts, according to Bill Coughran, the senior vice … [Read more...] about Combined AR and VR efforts along with Area 120 incubator form new “Google Labs”
Hallmark and Youtube TV team up to add more feel-good Christmas movies at no extra cost
As a part of Hallmark Channel's Countdown to Christmas and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries' Miracles of Christmas events, Crown Media has launched three new channels at no additional cost on Youtube TV so that you and your family can enjoy feel-good Christmas content this holiday season! Hallmark … [Read more...] about Hallmark and Youtube TV team up to add more feel-good Christmas movies at no extra cost
To this day, Google still doesn’t have a way to handle duplicate events on shared calendars
Over the years, I've attempted several means of managing my work-life balance, creative personas, and even collaborative family efforts. Ultimately, Google Calendar has proven to be the best way to do so, but even it has flaws. For example, the only way to view all of my Calendars in one place on my … [Read more...] about To this day, Google still doesn’t have a way to handle duplicate events on shared calendars
Don’t drop the ball: Get up to $45 in rewards during Google Pay’s new Football Challenge
During the Superbowl, Google ran a promotion where you could get up to an extra $55 for referring friends. Then, it had a Spring Challenge where you could earn up to $30 in rewards for collecting and sharing stickers of Spring animals. Now, it's kicking off a new 'Football Challenge' where you can … [Read more...] about Don’t drop the ball: Get up to $45 in rewards during Google Pay’s new Football Challenge
The Best Chromebooks of 2021 [VIDEO]
It's hard to believe we're already wrapping up 2021, but it's here whether we like it or not. With only a few weeks left in the year, it's that time again where we take a look back at all the Chromebooks that released and pick our favorites. This year's been different than most, however, as we've … [Read more...] about The Best Chromebooks of 2021 [VIDEO]
The Chrome Cast 138: Pixel 6 GPU speeds, PUBG New State, and no new Pixelbooks anytime soon
This week on the podcast, we begin things by chatting about the recent GPU benchmarks that have surfaced for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. With the two phones being out in the wild for a few weeks at this point, it is nice to see where some of the speedy performance comes from and knowing the GPU is … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 138: Pixel 6 GPU speeds, PUBG New State, and no new Pixelbooks anytime soon
Youtube is partnering with creators to get you excited about shopping this holiday season
Sundar Pichai - Google and Alphabet's CEO - has been very vocal about the company's efforts to inject Google Shopping into practically everything it can. The opportunity to use your New Tab Page, and even Youtube as a space to help users understand the benefits of products has just been too good a … [Read more...] about Youtube is partnering with creators to get you excited about shopping this holiday season
