We're seeing a lot of major game publishers port their titles to "Android" as apps over the past year and by extension, they're often able to be played to some degree on Chromebooks via Google Play Store compatibility. Diablo Immortal is on its way, League of Legends: Wild Rift will be in open beta … [Read more...] about You should be able to play Magic the Gathering: Arena natively on your Chromebook soon
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Google is removing the ability for Chromium browsers to accidentally sync Chrome user data
During a recent audit, Google discovered that some third-party Chromium-based browsers were able to provide their users with integration to Chrome Sync, Click to Call, and other features exclusive to Google's version of the browser. As a result, a small percentage of users were able to sign in to … [Read more...] about Google is removing the ability for Chromium browsers to accidentally sync Chrome user data
Facebook finds four Chrome extensions scraping user data – Sues two developers
Here we go again - Chrome extension developers scraping user data. Maybe we ought to make this a weekly series. We've spoken at length about this and I always try to do my best to bring these things to your attention. Over the past month, we've had a very popular extension, along with 15 Facebook … [Read more...] about Facebook finds four Chrome extensions scraping user data – Sues two developers
Stadia launching ‘Playable Scenarios’ via State Share so your friends can pick up where you left off
Since Stadia's inception, State Share was planned to be one of its revolutionary, 'game-changing' features. Unfortunately, it was pretty much nowhere to be found when the service first launched. Even when it did finally show up, it was utilized in a pretty mediocre way. Although Stadia got a slow … [Read more...] about Stadia launching ‘Playable Scenarios’ via State Share so your friends can pick up where you left off
Stadia’s ‘Project Hailstorm’ could be used to bring the service to millions of TVs rapidly
According to the latest APK Insights report from 9to5Google of the Stadia app, Google may soon implement a few new features into its game streaming service that should get fans excited. There's also an interesting super-secret code that we'll discuss today which could be big news. Before we get … [Read more...] about Stadia’s ‘Project Hailstorm’ could be used to bring the service to millions of TVs rapidly
Classic Hangouts shutdown delayed for Google Fi members
Google Hangouts is due to place its second foot in the grave, and the new Google Chat has been cleaning house when it comes to the mess that its predecessor has made. Google Fi subscribers who were receiving their SMS messages via Hangouts were told in October that they would no longer be able to do … [Read more...] about Classic Hangouts shutdown delayed for Google Fi members
The Chrome Cast 95: CES 2021 came and went with more Chromebooks than we expected
Just like that, another CES is in the books and though we weren't in Vegas this year for the annual tech show, things were still getting announced left and right. That includes quite a few Chromebooks this year, totaling 5 new official announcements and one teaser. We sincerely feel like this is … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 95: CES 2021 came and went with more Chromebooks than we expected
Some Nest Aware subscribers haven’t been charged for months, but that’s catching up to them
First-generation Nest Aware subscribers may have noticed that they weren't charged this month. In fact, they will likely notice that their billing statement doesn't reflect a Nest charge since November of 2020! That's because the company had an internal error that accidentally let users off of the … [Read more...] about Some Nest Aware subscribers haven’t been charged for months, but that’s catching up to them
Chromebook Steam gaming container ‘Borealis’ getting broad controller support
In a move that should surprise basically no one, 'Borealis' (the inside name for the project that is bringing Steam gaming to Chromebooks) is getting controller support akin to what we currently have on Chrome OS for Stadia and GeForce NOW. Tested on 'Kled' - AKA the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 - this … [Read more...] about Chromebook Steam gaming container ‘Borealis’ getting broad controller support
CES 2021: It’s time to get excited about ASUS Chromebooks again [VIDEO]
If we look back over the past few years, ASUS has had a notable presence in the Chromebook world. From standout devices like the original ASUS Chromebook Flip C100 to the fan-favorite Flip C302, the company has continued making Chromebooks that users love and enjoy using. The follow up to the C302 … [Read more...] about CES 2021: It’s time to get excited about ASUS Chromebooks again [VIDEO]
Best of CES 2021: our favorite tech from this year’s show
This year has been a CES like no other and though we've only been attending this show for the last five years or so, we weren't really sure what to expect from this year's massive tech conference in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. While we did obviously know that things would be completely virtual … [Read more...] about Best of CES 2021: our favorite tech from this year’s show
Google Meet receives new tools to troubleshoot network and performance issues
Understanding how your local desktop and network environment can affect your video call quality for meetings can help you improve them. This can be especially helpful while working from home because many users are utilizing personal computers to perform work as opposed to a company-issued device. … [Read more...] about Google Meet receives new tools to troubleshoot network and performance issues
