Google Maps has some pretty stiff competition as of late with apps like HERE, but in light of that, the development team has truly gone the extra mile and been forward-thinking in its innovations as of late in order to define the next generation of navigation technology. In a blog post today, the … [Read more...] about Google Maps to define the next generation of navigation with over 100 AI-powered features
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Chrome web apps will soon look cleaner by showing their name instead of their source
While turning any website into an icon in order to get the most out of your Chromebook, you may realize that the top bar of a web app briefly shows the URL so that you can identify its source easily. This is done because creating a shortcut out of a website eliminates its toolbar, Omnibox, and tab … [Read more...] about Chrome web apps will soon look cleaner by showing their name instead of their source
Why I predict Chrome and Chrome OS will split with the roll out of version 94
We've been hearing more and more about LaCrOS in the past few weeks, and I think there's a reason for that. You see, LaCrOS (Linux and Chrome OS, or a Linux version of Chrome running in Chrome OS) has been in the works for quite some time and even though we don't have complete confirmation on what … [Read more...] about Why I predict Chrome and Chrome OS will split with the roll out of version 94
Grab this premium-ish convertible Chromebook for $329 ($200 off)
On a budget but looking for a device that could pass a premium? (Well, at a glance). This isn't the latest or by any means the greatest Chromebook on the market but a steep, $200 discount could very well make this a deal worth checking out. The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 was an odd entrant into the … [Read more...] about Grab this premium-ish convertible Chromebook for $329 ($200 off)
Google Discover starts showing users old news, but there may be a good explanation
Do you remember that time you were scrolling through your Youtube feed and came upon something that was uploaded six to ten years prior? You may have said to yourself (or even commented) something to the effect of "Go home, Youtube, you're drunk!" or "Why is Youtube recommending this to me all this … [Read more...] about Google Discover starts showing users old news, but there may be a good explanation
A new Google Nest Cam may have just made an appearance at the FCC
Things seem to be moving along rather quickly for the new Nest Camera. It was only in January when the Nest Cam IQ Outdoor was discontinued and Google stated that it had plans to partner with ADT in order to release a new lineup of devices for the masses. Last night, a new FCC filing for a device … [Read more...] about A new Google Nest Cam may have just made an appearance at the FCC
A 12-inch ASUS Chromebook Flip just appeared out of thin air
Ever since ASUS debuted the successor to the original Chromebook Flip C100 back in 2017, we've often entertained the thought that the creator of the world's first convertible Chromebook would do well to revamp the 10.1" 2-in-1 with a better processor. The second-generation Flip C101 had the makings … [Read more...] about A 12-inch ASUS Chromebook Flip just appeared out of thin air
Not everyone loves Chrome’s new ‘Reading list’ feature, so now it can be hidden entirely
Google recently made its Reading list feature available to the masses, and though many of us have been enjoying it thus far, there are those who simply do not like it. More specifically, they don't enjoy where Google chose to place it. Instead of putting it somewhere accessible, yet inconspicuous, … [Read more...] about Not everyone loves Chrome’s new ‘Reading list’ feature, so now it can be hidden entirely
Chrome, Edge, and the user between – Observations on privacy, convenience, and the state of compassion
Every time I read the news on Google Discover on my phone, I see various articles that, for one reason or another, proclaim that the reader should "ditch Google Chrome in favor of Microsoft Edge". These articles often cite many new and upcoming Edge features, and even the fact that Edge is now built … [Read more...] about Chrome, Edge, and the user between – Observations on privacy, convenience, and the state of compassion
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 review: a beautiful letdown
Introduced at CES 2021, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is an anomoly in a bunch of ways. For one, it has a '2' in the name while not exactly improving on its predecessor. It has a processor that, in just a few months, will feel a tad bit dated. It lacks features that its contemporaries possess … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 review: a beautiful letdown
Youtube begins auto-detecting products in videos and linking users out to buy them
It hasn't been but three months since the Youtube team began to test showing Google Shopping advertisements in its video platform and similarly, in the Discover feed. Google and Alphabet CEO, Sundar Pichai, stated on an earning's call around that time that "Youtube's massive store house of … [Read more...] about Youtube begins auto-detecting products in videos and linking users out to buy them
Google Drive adds new search operators to make finding specific files much easier
Google is updating Drive's search functionality to allow for additional operators in an effort to make finding specific files much easier. For those unfamiliar, search operators allow you to specify parameters under which your search will be conducted while excluding results outside of those … [Read more...] about Google Drive adds new search operators to make finding specific files much easier
