I don't think we need to think too much about what this week's podcast is centered on. Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are launched, in our office, and we definitely have some thoughts. This year, it's not about "to Pixel, or not to Pixel?" Instead, the question really is all about which Pixel is the … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 135: The one with the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
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New Audio and Video Locks help Google Meet hosts keep disruptive participants at bay
Having the capability to forcefully mute any meeting participant in Google Meet was rolled out nearly a year ago, but after being muted, call attendees could just unmute themselves and carry on. The problem with this functionality is that oftentimes as people attempt to adjust to the digital … [Read more...] about New Audio and Video Locks help Google Meet hosts keep disruptive participants at bay
Stadia white label’s its cloud streaming tech to AT&T, and what it means for the future
A new partnership between AT&T, Warner Bros, and Google brings Batman: Arkham Knight to the web via Stadia, but not on the Stadia website. I know, that's weird to hear, right? Earlier this year, Gabe wrote up a piece on how Google was beginning to consider white labeling its streaming tech to … [Read more...] about Stadia white label’s its cloud streaming tech to AT&T, and what it means for the future
Mysterious MediaTek MT8186 development continues with two new Chromebook boards
It was a little over a month ago that we uncovered a new, mysterious MediaTek chip entering development for Chromebooks. Since late in 2020, we've been aware of MediaTek's ambitions in the Chrome OS space with their new MT8192 and MT8195 chips (Kompanio 820 and 1200, respectively) and, honestly, … [Read more...] about Mysterious MediaTek MT8186 development continues with two new Chromebook boards
Chrome 95 lets you save tab groups, improves security payments, and more
Chrome 94 introduced the official Sharing Hub, HTTPS-First Mode, a "What's New" page so you can see new features and details the moment they're available, a Settings page redesign, and more. Now, we're seeing Chrome 95 begin its rollout, and with it, the ability to save tab groups for later, … [Read more...] about Chrome 95 lets you save tab groups, improves security payments, and more
And just like that, Chrome OS 94 is rolling out again
Just yesterday we reported on the fact that Chrome OS 94 had stopped rolling out to users. Sure, many Chromebook owners had already upgraded, but that obviously didn't mean every user had made the jump. For the past few days it seems the update server was rolled back to M93 and those looking to … [Read more...] about And just like that, Chrome OS 94 is rolling out again
Youtube Music’s “Video” capabilities will soon be for Premium subscribers only
During an "Ask Me Anything (AMA)" session on the Youtube Music Help site recently, a Community Manager for Team Youtube took time to answer some questions directly. In addition to Canada getting free background listening soon, the Youtube Music app will soon restrict non-paying members to audio-only … [Read more...] about Youtube Music’s “Video” capabilities will soon be for Premium subscribers only
The best Chromebook of 2020 is $210 off today
Looking for a solid deal on a premium Chromebook? I got you covered. Our favorite device of 2020 was, hands-down, Acer's gorgeous Chromebook Spin 713 and even though you can pick up its 11th Gen successor, the Comet Lake-powered convertible from 2020 is still a powerful laptop that's worth its salt. … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook of 2020 is $210 off today
In just a few weeks, new Roku devices will no longer be able to install Youtube either
Back in April, Ruku called out Google in an abrasive email, threatening to no longer carry Youtube TV on its devices. Shortly afterward, it followed up on those threats, and did exactly that, stating that Google had basically become a monopolistic bully for imposing its marketing presence over its … [Read more...] about In just a few weeks, new Roku devices will no longer be able to install Youtube either
Pixel 6 doesn’t have mm-wave 5G unless you buy it from these carriers
There are quite a few differences in Google's two new phones: screen size, resolution, build materials, camera count, selfie camera resolution, color options, RAM, and storage are all factors you need to consider when looking at the Pixel 6 versus the Pixel 6 Pro. But there's one other big … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 doesn’t have mm-wave 5G unless you buy it from these carriers
[UPDATED: In Stock] You can now buy the Snapdragon-powered Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook
Update: I'm not sure if this is a result of the popularity of this device or perhaps Best Buy listed it early but the Duet 5 is now showing as "sold out." We will update when the listing goes live again. Update #2: It appears that the Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook is once again available for order … [Read more...] about [UPDATED: In Stock] You can now buy the Snapdragon-powered Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook
Watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event in under 13 minutes [VIDEO]
Though it wasn't a crazy-long presentation on Tuesday, the nearly-one-hour Pixel 6 launch event packed a ton of info into 60 minutes. While I don't think Google did much on the fluff side of things, there were definitely some fun transitions, extra commentary, and needed visual flare that took up … [Read more...] about Watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event in under 13 minutes [VIDEO]
