It's no secret that Chromebooks haven't had the best cameras over the years. Not only has the hardware been mediocre at best, the software experience powering those lenses has always been a bit barren of features. As most Chromebooks tend to simply come with a standard 720p webcam as their main … [Read more...] about Chromebooks getting ‘expert mode’ features for the camera app
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Google Family Link adds new option to exclude apps from daily screen time limitations
Google Family Link is a Godsend for parents who want to allow their children to explore the wonders of digital education and entertainment-based apps and games while still maintaining some limitations to their screen time. Unfortunately, any timer restrictions you've previously set for your kids per … [Read more...] about Google Family Link adds new option to exclude apps from daily screen time limitations
Upcoming Snapdragon Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ is getting an LTE option
While we still don't yet know the availability information on 'Coachz', it's not stopping us from getting very excited about the eventual release of this Chrome OS tablet. With an absolute treasure trove of features (fingerprint scanner, wireless charging USI pen, 11-inch 3:2 QHD display, … [Read more...] about Upcoming Snapdragon Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ is getting an LTE option
Apple finally lets you transfer all of your iCloud media to Google Photos
Most iPhone users I've ever met are keen on taking thousands of photos and filling up the internal storage of their devices. iCloud has alleviated space issues quite a bit for them, but now that Google Photos has become so very popular, many in the Apple Ecosystem have begun to seek out ways that … [Read more...] about Apple finally lets you transfer all of your iCloud media to Google Photos
Two new Snapdragon SC7280 Chromebook boards enter development
While we're still in the speculation phase about what chip the SC7280 actually is, it doesn't mean that development isn't already cruising along on new boards housing the mysterious silicon from Qualcomm. I still feel confident that the SC7280 is simply a newer generation of the Snapdragon 7c we'll … [Read more...] about Two new Snapdragon SC7280 Chromebook boards enter development
Google Cardboard “hardware” finally discontinued, remains an open source project
I guess Google is officially cardbored of their last surviving VR experiment. The official Google Cardboard "hardware", tired of boxing, is now showing as out of stock on the Google Store. Included near the top of the page is a banner that states the "device" will pretty much no longer be … [Read more...] about Google Cardboard “hardware” finally discontinued, remains an open source project
Hands-on with a USI pen that can grab colors from the real world like magic [VIDEO]
We reported on a phenomenal new tech on its way to Chromebooks via the USI pen standard not long ago. Ufro - the company behind existing pens like the ColorPillar that works on iPads and iPhones - is in the process of bringing their awesome tech to USI pens that will work on Chromebooks as early as … [Read more...] about Hands-on with a USI pen that can grab colors from the real world like magic [VIDEO]
Google says it will not build alternative identifiers once third-party cookies are phased out
The internet as it is today can be identified by its heavy reliance on advertising at its core. Using personally identifiable information, companies can track individuals and serve them ads based on their interests. However, this has led to major privacy issues and now, the era of the third-party … [Read more...] about Google says it will not build alternative identifiers once third-party cookies are phased out
Deal of the Day: $30 of the 7″ Lenovo Smart Display with Google Assistant
So, I was making dinner for the family last when the kids fired up some tunes on our Lenovo Smart Display that we keep on the kitchen counter. My son asked me to turn it up "really louder" and after cranking it up to 9, I realized that this unassuming smart display packed a bigger punch than I … [Read more...] about Deal of the Day: $30 of the 7″ Lenovo Smart Display with Google Assistant
Upcoming Chrome Commander could change the way you interact with the Chrome browser
Over the years, Chrome has become a very helpful browser, but that means it has also become quite a bit more complex. From new features to updates in the underlying way the browser operates, Chrome has become far more capable than it used to be. While that is generally a good thing, it is also a … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chrome Commander could change the way you interact with the Chrome browser
Chromebook Deals: March 2021
Well, we are officially into the third month of 2021. So, it's time to bring you the best Chromebook deals from around the web. We have high expectations that that latter part of the year will bring an onslaught of new devices powered by Intel's highly-anticipated Tiger Lake CPUs, MediaTek's new ARM … [Read more...] about Chromebook Deals: March 2021
Google TV may soon get its own remote control feature to replace the Android TV Remote app
The Google TV application for Android may soon receive an on-screen remote control feature that will allow you to control the software - you know, just in case you lose your Chromecast with Google TV remote somewhere other than in the couch or just don't feel like getting up to grab it. According … [Read more...] about Google TV may soon get its own remote control feature to replace the Android TV Remote app
