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Chromebooks gain continuous dictation right from the shelf with Chrome OS 92 update
For anyone who is familiar with dictation software such as Dragon: Naturally Speaking, you'll know that the ability to speak your thoughts and see them transposed to the screen is incredibly useful and equally awesome. Emails, documents, messages - you name it. On Windows and macOS, you've been able … [Read more...] about Chromebooks gain continuous dictation right from the shelf with Chrome OS 92 update
Android and Linux apps can be moved between Virtual Desks in Chrome OS 92
Ever since Chrome OS launched its Virtual Desks feature, you've only been able to shift chrome tabs and web apps around between them. For anyone utilizing Crostini for Linux applications or the Google Play Store for Android apps, the very experience of using desks has likely felt incomplete. … [Read more...] about Android and Linux apps can be moved between Virtual Desks in Chrome OS 92
What happens when a Chrome OS device is no longer supported?
Have you ever wondered what happens when your Chrome OS device reaches the end of its support? Me too. Fortunately (or unfortunately?), my Chromebook Pixel 2 was promised updates until a few months ago. This article will be the first in a series where I talk about breathing new life into your Chrome … [Read more...] about What happens when a Chrome OS device is no longer supported?
Chrome OS 92 includes an updated Clipboard manager for tablet-style Chromebooks
With the release of Chrome OS 89, Google implemented a modern clipboard manager that was able to house more than just text. Instead, you could copy images and more in addition and multiple items would be held there simultaneously, as opposed to the one item at a time approach that you would … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 92 includes an updated Clipboard manager for tablet-style Chromebooks
[Claim] Stadia Pro adds five games for August – Valkyria Chronicles 4, Epistory, Grime, and more
Update: Claim now! Much to the surprise of many (not me), Stadia keeps going strong. Pro subscribers will be receiving not three - not four, but five new games for the month of August! I have to admit, I didn't expect this. Instead, I expected Pro games to drop down from four to two or three … [Read more...] about [Claim] Stadia Pro adds five games for August – Valkyria Chronicles 4, Epistory, Grime, and more
Google’s native Office Editing becomes more native – Directly opens links, skips the preview
Normally, clicking a link shared with you from someone within Google Workspace to view a traditional Office Word, Excel, or Powerpoint file in Drive would first launch it in what's called 'Preview Mode'. This would allow you to preview the contents of the file prior to fully opening it. Honestly, … [Read more...] about Google’s native Office Editing becomes more native – Directly opens links, skips the preview
Chrome OS 92: eSIM support, enhanced video calling, and more
Chrome OS 92 was slated to release last week but, as you probably know, Google has been a bit busy making preparations to announce the upcoming Pixel 6 and 6 Pro to the world. Regardless, Google has finally taken the wraps off of the latest iteration of Chrome OS and this update brings some very … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 92: eSIM support, enhanced video calling, and more
Google announces new Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro details including Tensor – its very own SoC
Update: Added display and camera information and updated colors to more accurately reflect current information. In a surprise appearance, Google just revealed much more about its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro phones. On The Keyword, the company's Senior Vice President of hardware, Rick Osterloh, … [Read more...] about Google announces new Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro details including Tensor – its very own SoC
Youtube is testing a cheaper ‘Premium Lite’ subscription that only rids you of ads
Google is testing a less expensive Youtube Premium subscription for those who are only interested in removing the ads from their watching experience. It's called Youtube Premium Lite, and for now, it's only appearing in Europe. According to The Verge, that would be Finland, the Netherlands, Denmark, … [Read more...] about Youtube is testing a cheaper ‘Premium Lite’ subscription that only rids you of ads
Google Meet is now a progressive web application, making it easier to access
Progressive web apps (PWAs) are taking the world by storm. Instead of utilizing a locally downloaded and installed packaged app, as you traditionally would for mobile or laptop experiences, PWAs allow you to access full app-like programs directly through your web browser - no install necessary. It's … [Read more...] about Google Meet is now a progressive web application, making it easier to access
Stadia Premiere Edition bundle permanently drops to $80 USD to make way for new offering
Stadia for Android TV has finally launched, and it's allowing millions to enjoy Google's game streaming service directly in their living rooms on devices that couldn't before. You don't even need to own a Chromecast with Google TV or a Chromecast Ultra anymore. Heck, you don't even need to own a … [Read more...] about Stadia Premiere Edition bundle permanently drops to $80 USD to make way for new offering
