Just yesterday, we put out a post highlighting the fact that Apple has victoriously delivered on its claims and promises with the new Macbook Air, Macbook Pro and Mac Mini that all contain the new Apple-made M1 silicon inside. Sure, I had to point out the failings of the mobile apps Apple flaunted … [Read more...] about Apple M1-optimized version of Chrome is now ready for installation
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Smart displays to become more kid friendly with new ‘Family Tab’
Ever since the popular kid's reading app, Rivet, shut down in September, we've been tracking Google's efforts for families on Assistant-enabled smart displays for quite some time now and even predicted that they would make them kid-friendly and add fun learning experiences for the whole family. Now, … [Read more...] about Smart displays to become more kid friendly with new ‘Family Tab’
Straight to the bank with this – The new Google Pay re-launch is everything I’d hoped for and more
Yesterday, I wrote about how Google Pay was about to receive an update that would massively improve it in significant ways, allowing it to truly compete with Apple Pay. In a Youtube premiere, Google has officially revealed what I had long suspected - the same Pay logo redesign that India had … [Read more...] about Straight to the bank with this – The new Google Pay re-launch is everything I’d hoped for and more
Chrome creates a ‘seal of approval’ process for extensions to help mitigate privacy issues
Chrome extensions are really the only major security concern for the browser's users and it seems they've run amok for far too long now. While Google did implement new policies for extension developers last year with Project Strobe, it didn't do much to assuage the situation. The Chrome team is … [Read more...] about Chrome creates a ‘seal of approval’ process for extensions to help mitigate privacy issues
3 “Best of 2020” Chromebooks are on sale right now
We just wrapped up our annual "Best of" video highlighting our top picks for the Chromebook segments ranging from budget to ultra-premium. Despite 2020 be the most bizarre year in recent history, the options for getting a great Chromebook in any price range are better than ever before and we still … [Read more...] about 3 “Best of 2020” Chromebooks are on sale right now
Even Apple struggles to bring mobile apps to the desktop with their M1 powered Macbooks
Well, the reviews are out and the resounding victory of Apple's move to their own, in-house ARM-based chips seems like a forgone conclusion already. The reviews aren't just good, they are glowing. The expectations haven't just been met, they are being shattered left and right. The Apple M1 chip … [Read more...] about Even Apple struggles to bring mobile apps to the desktop with their M1 powered Macbooks
Chrome 87 brings the largest speed and battery improvements in years, new productivity features
As the holidays inch closer, the Chrome team is releasing their final build of the year. Focusing heavily on their desire to help users get things done and reclaim precious time has been a goal of most of Google's app and service updates lately, especially across Maps, Search, and more. Chrome 87 is … [Read more...] about Chrome 87 brings the largest speed and battery improvements in years, new productivity features
The Best Chromebooks of 2020 [VIDEO]
Well, we made it. 2020 is coming to a close and it's that time of year where we name our favorite Chromebooks for the last 12 months. There have been some great ones and there have been some misses, too. All told, our lineup doesn't look drastically different here at the end of the year than it … [Read more...] about The Best Chromebooks of 2020 [VIDEO]
Google wants to improve your relationship with money – launching new Google Pay app tomorrow
Is it possible that Google Wallet may come back from the dead? Google is planning a reveal of a redesigned Pay app for Android and iOS tomorrow (see below) and we have a pretty good idea of what they may show off. In the Youtube premiere description they say: We invite you to watch live and … [Read more...] about Google wants to improve your relationship with money – launching new Google Pay app tomorrow
Google Fit redesign for Android and iOS brings you more in-depth information and sharing
A major update to the Google Fit app for Android and iOS is coming which brings all of the information across each of your connected apps and devices into one redesigned, easy-to-view hub. It also gives some love to the sleep tracking tools which Google has been slowly investing in. Before, you … [Read more...] about Google Fit redesign for Android and iOS brings you more in-depth information and sharing
Need a Chromecast remote? You can now purchase a spare
Last week, Robby laid out a very good contingency plan in the unfortunate event you should misplace or lose the remote to your new Chromecast w/Google TV. While this will work in a pinch, chances are decent that some streamers at some point are going to have a remote go missing for good and will … [Read more...] about Need a Chromecast remote? You can now purchase a spare
Lenovo’s Chromebook Flex 5 just dropped to $350
Acer's premium Chromebook Spin 713 just fell to $549 over at Best Buy and that is, in our opinion, the best Chromebook you can buy for the money. That said, many shoppers are looking for something under $400 that still offers a lot of the great features found in a 10th Gen Comet Lake flagship and … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Chromebook Flex 5 just dropped to $350
