I know I've been delivering a lot of updates lately regarding Google's new Chromebook Productivity Launcher experiment, but that's because it's a truly exciting update. For years now, we've been using this awkward, full-screen app launcher, and I've convinced myself that it's great. The problem is … [Read more...] about Smaller icons and folders give the new Chromebook launcher an air of maturity
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Chromebook Productivity Launcher will give you quick access to recently used files
The new Chromebook Productivity Launcher looks all set to replace the current Peeking launcher that gets called up with the 'Everything button' on your Chrome OS devices, and though Google is still just and only testing it in the Canary channel, it seems to be working rapidly toward a public … [Read more...] about Chromebook Productivity Launcher will give you quick access to recently used files
It’s not your Chromebook: Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are all completely down
For a few seconds, I really thought my Chromebook was just having a fit. I simply wanted to send a WhatsApp message to my wife and the app refused to connect. At the same time, I was getting ready to share our latest review over on Facebook and I couldn't get it to load. Like Google, I freely … [Read more...] about It’s not your Chromebook: Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are all completely down
HP Chromebase 22 All-in-One review: Chrome OS rotation innovation [VIDEO]
I suppose it's true in every tech category - iterative design changes lead to boring products given enough time. Look at our phones. Seriously, take the phone out of your pocket and compare it with the phones you see in stores or in commercials. It's basically a black rectangle with some cameras … [Read more...] about HP Chromebase 22 All-in-One review: Chrome OS rotation innovation [VIDEO]
Google Photos ‘Memories’ will soon give your browser’s New Tab Page a shot of nostalgia
Now that Chrome has officially rolled out its New Tab Page module for quick access to recently opened Drive Files, that space is no longer sacred. Before, it was just a spot for a search bar, a nice wallpaper, and a few recently visited websites. The company has made it clear that it has intentions … [Read more...] about Google Photos ‘Memories’ will soon give your browser’s New Tab Page a shot of nostalgia
Plex bank accounts in Google Pay abandoned with over 400 thousand users in waiting
The redesigned and reenvisioned Google Pay has been out for just over a year (outside of India), and while it's been on the rise in popularity, being boasted as a way to replace your wallet on the go, it seems it won't be able to pull its most impressive trick out of its hat. In a report from … [Read more...] about Plex bank accounts in Google Pay abandoned with over 400 thousand users in waiting
Here’s your first look at alphabetical launcher app sorting for Chromebooks
You asked, Google listened – alphabetical Chromebook launcher sorting is in development. We covered its introduction in the Chromium Repositories a few months back, but today, I've found it to be working, and I wanted to give you all a first look! Unlike my mock-up of what the design could … [Read more...] about Here’s your first look at alphabetical launcher app sorting for Chromebooks
Google Assistant is being injected into Youtube via its latest experiment
The ability to download Youtube videos directly from the web on desktop - much like its Android and iOS app counterpart - was tested out just last week, and while that experiment may be coming to a close, another one is taking its place. Google is finding ways to inject Assistant and all of its … [Read more...] about Google Assistant is being injected into Youtube via its latest experiment
Buy any Stadia game for $59.99 or more and get a free Premiere Edition Bundle
Google Stadia now has over 200 games, and the company is really trying to draw attention to this milestone. In a new promotion that spans the next week and ends on October 10, 2021, gamers who purchase any title that costs $59.99 USD or more will receive a free Stadia Premiere Edition bundle which … [Read more...] about Buy any Stadia game for $59.99 or more and get a free Premiere Edition Bundle
The Chrome Cast 132: About that Pixel 6 Pro Case
This week on The Chrome Cast, we're talking Pixel 6 once again. We're likely only a couple of weeks away from the official launch of Google's latest flagship but Robby got his hands on a case for the Pixel 6 Pro and we have some thoughts. The larger Pixel 6 Pro is set to have a 6.71" display which … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 132: About that Pixel 6 Pro Case
UK Deals: Save big on a new Chromebook and score some free Pixel Buds
We do our best to track the best Chromebook deals for our readers. While most of the deals we highlight are here in the states, I never want our readers across the pond to feel left out. So, we will start sharing more and more deals for devices from around the globe as we find them. Today, those … [Read more...] about UK Deals: Save big on a new Chromebook and score some free Pixel Buds
Chrome Journeys and Side Panel will help you compare search results and continue tasks
It’s only been a week since Chrome’s history clusters, or ‘Journeys’ began appearing on the Canary channel, and now, Google has released a new development blog post detailing it as an official experiment for Chrome Canary and Dev. Detailed as an experiment that’s meant to help users continue a … [Read more...] about Chrome Journeys and Side Panel will help you compare search results and continue tasks
