Google Assistant received more natural-sounding voice models again in October thanks to updated natural language processing and prosody models which use machine learning to understand and stitch together sentences with better intonation, rhythm, and stress. Now, they seem to be applying that same … [Read more...] about Google wants to turn every book into an audiobook using machine learning
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How to print from your personal Chromebook without Google Cloud Print
With Google Cloud Print being whisked away into the sunset in just a few weeks on December 31, 2020, many of you have seen the notice plastered at the top of your Chromebook's print dialogue and have reached out to ask us what your options are going forward into the new year. Google Cloud Print, or … [Read more...] about How to print from your personal Chromebook without Google Cloud Print
Chrome OS 87 is here with Tab Search, BT battery level and more
Just a tad behind schedule, Chrome OS 87 is now making its way to the Stable Channel for select devices with a wider rollout happening over the next few days. The delayed-release was caused, in part, by a nasty bug that affected keyboard inputs in Android applications. This release of Chrome OS was … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 87 is here with Tab Search, BT battery level and more
How to enable wireless printing for your students or employees and survive the death of Google Cloud Print
With Google Cloud Print getting the axe on December 31, 2020 - yes, that is just a few weeks from now - Chromebook owners will need to begin making use of standard wireless printing. Since we've already done a walkthrough on how to set that up for regular users, we thought it appropriate to help IT … [Read more...] about How to enable wireless printing for your students or employees and survive the death of Google Cloud Print
The Chrome Cast 90: Chrome OS tablet and high-end Chromebook conundrums
This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend our time talking through two confusing segments of the current Chromebook market: tablets and high-end Chromebooks. Both of these categories have great current and upcoming options, but both are likely confusing for consumers on the outside looking in. For … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 90: Chrome OS tablet and high-end Chromebook conundrums
A new update to your Chromecast with Google TV helps you improve content suggestions
A new update to your Chromecast with Google TV will allow you to "Tinderly" swipe left or right to improve content suggestions. Doing so trains Google's machine learning algorithms to present you with movies and shows that are more to your liking. Once you receive the update, which should be rolling … [Read more...] about A new update to your Chromecast with Google TV helps you improve content suggestions
A quick look at Parallels and Zero-Touch Enrollment on Chrome OS [Video]
Google just wrapped up its Chrome OS Demo Day at which the Product Head John Maletis took to the digital stage to highlight some exciting new features headed to the enterprise sector. While this may not be of interest to the average consumer, the new tools offered by the Chrome OS team are paramount … [Read more...] about A quick look at Parallels and Zero-Touch Enrollment on Chrome OS [Video]
Holiday Nest Doorbell ringtones return with Kwanzaa sounds added
The Made By Google team has expanded their Nest doorbell ringtone offerings this year for the holiday season. Last year, they implemented ten tones related to Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year's. Now, they're back, but with an additional four new sounds centered on Kwanzaa. Nest Doorbell users will … [Read more...] about Holiday Nest Doorbell ringtones return with Kwanzaa sounds added
Chrome OS ALT+TAB getting a useful upgrade that takes advantage of touch
We've been a bit inundated with new info on upcoming Chromebooks and, frankly, I'm pretty excited about many of the Chromebooks on the horizon in 2021. From big screens to mobile tablets, it seems 2021 will bring Chromebooks for nearly any use case and just about any user. With Windows apps via … [Read more...] about Chrome OS ALT+TAB getting a useful upgrade that takes advantage of touch
Outcasters and Submerged: Hidden Depths are now free on Stadia Pro because 6 games weren’t enough
Stadia ran a Livestream today where they showed off the platform's new Crowd Choice and Crowd Play features which would allow the viewing audience to vote on what the player should do in-game and even join their session straight from the Youtube video! During the event, they also slipped in several … [Read more...] about Outcasters and Submerged: Hidden Depths are now free on Stadia Pro because 6 games weren’t enough
Motorola is the latest to start shipping an Android desktop, and that’s good news for Chromebooks
It's been quite a few years since Samsung first unveiled Dex to the world and, since that time, a few other companies have tried their hand at that Android desktop as well. At this point, Huawei and LG notably have their own versions of a Dex-like Android desktop that give users a windowed … [Read more...] about Motorola is the latest to start shipping an Android desktop, and that’s good news for Chromebooks
Teachers rejoice! Google Sites just added new customization tools, themes coming next year
Despite its minimal features as a site builder when compared to something as powerful as WordPress, Google Sites' streamlined tools and simplicity has caught fire with educators, many of which are using the service to teach their students about web development at an early age. While Sites has come a … [Read more...] about Teachers rejoice! Google Sites just added new customization tools, themes coming next year
