Google threw a curveball last week when the company announced that it was shutting down its in-house Stadia studio. While we're still trying to wrap our heads around what direction Google is going with the streaming game service, it appears that the folks in Mountain View are still looking to adopt … [Read more...] about Chromebook Perks: 3 months of Stadia free and a dope online music studio
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The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook is at its lowest price ever, no strings attached
We're right on the heels of the official release of the new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 and in that spirit, we tend to check Best Buy on a very regular basis to see if the device is available for purchase. During my time at that site today, after I made my search query for 'Samsung Galaxy … [Read more...] about The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook is at its lowest price ever, no strings attached
Terraria for Stadia is canceled after the game’s developer is locked out of his Google accounts
If you get locked out of your Google account for any reason, the company has provided you with several ways to regain access. Recovery codes, backup codes that you can print, two-step verification, et cetera, et cetera. However, there are varying circumstances where most of those recovery options … [Read more...] about Terraria for Stadia is canceled after the game’s developer is locked out of his Google accounts
Huddle up for the Super Bowl with a little help from Google
Whether or not you're able to sit in front of the TV during the Super Bowl this afternoon, you're still able to keep an eye on who's winning. Google took to The Keyword to share a few helpful tips from Google Assistant which can help you get the most out of the event. For example, you may already … [Read more...] about Huddle up for the Super Bowl with a little help from Google
How to watch Super Bowl LV with your Chromecast with Google TV
Super Bowl Sunday is upon us and many want to know where to stream the big game. This year, CBS Sports is at the helm of the Super Bowl broadcast. While it won't be available to be streamed in 4K or HDR due to COVID-related limitations, it won't stop millions of fanatics from tuning in and enjoying … [Read more...] about How to watch Super Bowl LV with your Chromecast with Google TV
Google Messages can now suggest calendar events based on your texts
Though many users of Google's Messages app are still awaiting the rollout of the 'conversation categories', and 'reactions' features, the company boldly continues to add features to make its service competitive. Just the other day, I encountered a new pop up while texting a contact that allowed me … [Read more...] about Google Messages can now suggest calendar events based on your texts
Google Pay will let you earn up to $55 during the Super Bowl by referring friends
For the next few days, Google Pay is running a Super Bowl promotion that will allow you to earn $11 per person you refer to the service up to five people. The friends or family members you invite will need to spend at least $10 and this promotion ends on February 8, 2021 (They need to spend the … [Read more...] about Google Pay will let you earn up to $55 during the Super Bowl by referring friends
Google’s Vulnerability Reward Program is offering a lot of money if you can compromise a Chromebook
Google has a team of vulnerability researchers who work around the clock to find holes in Chrome, the Google Play Store, Android, and more, and that hasn't changed despite the pandemic. Google recently took time to detail how much money it has paid out to researchers in 2020 via its Vulnerability … [Read more...] about Google’s Vulnerability Reward Program is offering a lot of money if you can compromise a Chromebook
You’ll soon be able to measure your heart and respiratory rate with your Pixel camera
Been shopping around for a new smartwatch that can track your vitals? If you have a Pixel phone, you may not need to look anymore because Google has announced via the The Keyword that you’ll soon be able to check those stats using the camera on your Pixel phone. In fact, this update will be hitting … [Read more...] about You’ll soon be able to measure your heart and respiratory rate with your Pixel camera
Nvidia GeForce Now has streamed over 175 million hours of gameplay in its first year
It's officially been one whole year since Nvidia launched its GeForce Now service, and in a new blog post, it's detailed its achievements in that time. One of the most striking takeaways was that they have streamed over 175 million hours of gameplay to users - that's unreal! Not only that, but … [Read more...] about Nvidia GeForce Now has streamed over 175 million hours of gameplay in its first year
The Chrome Cast 98: New Chromebook hardware on the way & Stadia’s uncertain future
This week on The Chrome Cast, we're diving into the tough news of the week regarding the shut down of Stadia's in-house game studio. The move definitely comes with some indications about the future of Stadia and what the service could morph into over time, so it's worth quite a bit of discussion on … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 98: New Chromebook hardware on the way & Stadia’s uncertain future
Chrome 88 officially rolls out Dino QR codes, but a share button would be a simpler solution
Dino QR codes have been around for a little while, and we covered them when they first hit the developer channel. Though they were working, they needed to be activated with a Chrome flag. With the release of Chrome 88, however, you can now generate a QR code for any web page without any added … [Read more...] about Chrome 88 officially rolls out Dino QR codes, but a share button would be a simpler solution
