While the biggest news out of the ISTE 2025 conference was Google making its "Gemini for Education" experience a free and safe tool for all students, that was just the foundation. Built on top of that platform, Google also announced a whole slate of powerful new AI features and capabilities that are … [Read more...] about Google Classroom is getting supercharged with powerful, new teacher-led AI tools
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Gemini is now free and available for all students with new ‘Gemini for Education’ experience
The conversation around AI in the classroom is one of the most important in technology, balancing immense potential with the critical need for safety and responsibility. At this year’s ISTE conference, Google just took a massive step forward on this front, announcing a new framework and expanded … [Read more...] about Gemini is now free and available for all students with new ‘Gemini for Education’ experience
HP Chromebook 14a 2025: unboxing Amazon’s affordable exclusive [VIDEO]
HP just sent over their latest entry-level device, and it’s an interesting one for a couple of reasons. First, it’s an Amazon exclusive, and second, it comes in at a budget-friendly $389.99 starting price point. This is the new HP Chromebook 14a, and on paper, it has some decent specs for the money, … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook 14a 2025: unboxing Amazon’s affordable exclusive [VIDEO]
Your custom Gemini ‘Gems’ are now accessible in the sidebar of Workspace apps
When Google introduced "Gems" for its Gemini app, it marked a significant step forward in personalizing AI. The ability to create your own custom AI experts, tailored for specific tasks and workflows, meant you could spend less time writing repetitive prompts and more time getting things done. Until … [Read more...] about Your custom Gemini ‘Gems’ are now accessible in the sidebar of Workspace apps
Onn Google TV boxes are now getting a revised Android 14 update after bricking issues
If you were following the news last week, you know that the initial rollout of Android 14 for Walmart's Onn 4K and Onn 4K Pro streaming boxes did not go well. After multiple reports surfaced of the update bricking devices, the rollout was understandably halted. Thankfully, it looks like a revised, … [Read more...] about Onn Google TV boxes are now getting a revised Android 14 update after bricking issues
Gemini CLI is a free, open-source coding upgrade for Google’s AI
For many developers and power users, the command line interface - or terminal - isn't just another app; it's home base. It’s the place where efficiency, portability, and raw computing power intersect. So, it’s no surprise that as AI tools become more integrated into our workflows, the demand to … [Read more...] about Gemini CLI is a free, open-source coding upgrade for Google’s AI
Google Photos gets a clean, modern redesign, but iOS users are getting it first
Google Photos is one of Google's most popular and beloved apps from Google, and it's now getting a significant redesign of its main photo viewing experience. In an announcement on its support forums, Google has detailed a new look that aims to be "simpler, more modern, and more intuitive." For … [Read more...] about Google Photos gets a clean, modern redesign, but iOS users are getting it first
‘Squid Game: Unleashed’ is coming to Chromebooks, and that’s pretty cool
We're always on the lookout for signs that gaming on Chromebooks is being taken more seriously, and today we have a fantastic one. It's not just another Android game that will run on ChromeOS; it's a popular, exclusive title from Netflix that is being specifically optimized for large screens, … [Read more...] about ‘Squid Game: Unleashed’ is coming to Chromebooks, and that’s pretty cool
The first Snapdragon X Plus Chromebook in development has a code name: ‘Quenbi’
A few weeks back, we were thrilled to uncover ‘Bluey’, the first development baseboard for Chromebooks that will be powered by Qualcomm’s potent Snapdragon X Plus processor. That discovery was the concrete evidence we’d been waiting for, confirming that more high-performance ARM Chromebooks were … [Read more...] about The first Snapdragon X Plus Chromebook in development has a code name: ‘Quenbi’
The new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is already sold out at Lenovo
It's always a great sign when a newly-announced Chromebook makes a splash, but it's another thing entirely when it sells out almost immediately. The new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 was just officially unveiled at the beginning of this week, and as of this morning, a quick check of Lenovo's own website … [Read more...] about The new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is already sold out at Lenovo
It’s finally here: Chrome for Android now lets you move the address bar to the bottom
For years, Android users have looked on with a bit of envy as other mobile browsers, including Safari and even Chrome on iOS, adopted a more ergonomic, bottom-placed address bar. With phones getting taller every year, reaching the top of the screen for navigation has become a literal stretch. … [Read more...] about It’s finally here: Chrome for Android now lets you move the address bar to the bottom
Reserve the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for free and you get a chance to win $5000 from Samsung
The summer is heating up, and that means we’re on the cusp of Samsung’s next big Unpacked event where they’ll unveil their latest hardware. Set to happen on July 9th at 10am EST, all signs are pointing to a major reveal for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, the Galaxy Watch 8 series, and likely the new … [Read more...] about Reserve the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for free and you get a chance to win $5000 from Samsung
