An update to the Chrome browser will soon introduce increased security when clicking on web page links. Normally, when a web developer inserts a link into a page, they can add the attribute target="_blank" to force the link to open in a new tab or window. It can be a convenient way to link their … [Read more...] about Google Chrome will soon block JavaScript redirects when clicking web links
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You’ll soon be able to get the Google Home Max for only $149
We've talked about the Google Home Max on numerous occasions around here. From hoping to leverage it as a part of a Google Home Theater setup one day to going on about how great this speaker sounds on a daily basis here in the office even years after its debut, we're clearly fond of the Google Home … [Read more...] about You’ll soon be able to get the Google Home Max for only $149
Upcoming Chrome OS diagnostic app adds real-time device stats
It has been a little less than three months since we discovered a new feature being developed for Chrome OS that will give users device-specific statistics, real-time resource usage, and diagnostic tools in one native system web app. To avoid any confusion, this is not the "connectivity diagnostics" … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chrome OS diagnostic app adds real-time device stats
Google paid Capcom $10 million to get Resident Evil 7 & 8 on Stadia according to a leaked document
Hackers have breached Capcom's internal servers and siphoned out over 1TB of data. In addition to exposing the personal details of several employees and other previously unreleased details on upcoming games and bundles, it's been revealed that Google is reportedly paying Capcom $10 million to get … [Read more...] about Google paid Capcom $10 million to get Resident Evil 7 & 8 on Stadia according to a leaked document
Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook just got a $200 discount
We knew that Samsung's flagship Galaxy Chromebook was going to see a steep discount for Black Friday but I did not expect this deal to pop up this early. However, thanks to Best Buy's "early access" deals, you can pick up the sleek, Project Athena Chromebook and save $200. There is one catch but … [Read more...] about Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook just got a $200 discount
Why 90hz or 120hz displays on Chromebooks would be awesome
As we round out 2020 and begin looking to 2021, we're in a very interesting time in the Chromebook story. Coming up on 10 years of existence, Chromebooks have hit a stride that I only dreamed of a few years ago. Back then, getting one 'nice' Chromebook in any 6 month period was cause for … [Read more...] about Why 90hz or 120hz displays on Chromebooks would be awesome
Gmail introduces new smart feature and personalization settings
Gmail is home to many 'smart features' which help you get to zero inbox quickly. These machine learning and AI innovations created by Google - like Tabbed inbox, Smart Compose, Smart Reply and spam, phishing, and malware protection - help you focus on what matters so you can get back to your day. In … [Read more...] about Gmail introduces new smart feature and personalization settings
Finally – The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is on sale for $549
This month-long version of Black Friday means deals are coming and going fast enough to make your head spin. While I'm sure that we're in store for more significant Chromebook deals as the actual Black Friday draws near, one particular device has gone on sale today that you may want to consider. … [Read more...] about Finally – The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is on sale for $549
Stadia adds player profile pages with useful features, but no vanity URLs
Stadia gamers now have a dedicated profile page featuring a number of the platform's most useful features. To visit it, just click on your profile image at the top right of the website and click on the larger version of the image that pops up. Once there, you will see your username, status, games, … [Read more...] about Stadia adds player profile pages with useful features, but no vanity URLs
ASUS joins the fray with a new Comet Lake Chromebox
Intel's 11th Gen Tiger Lake CPUs could very well usher in the next monumental evolution of Chrome OS but the current 10th Gen Comet Lake Chrome OS devices are where it's at and that's perfectly fine. Until Chrome OS and its companion operating systems, Linux and Android can fully leverage GPU … [Read more...] about ASUS joins the fray with a new Comet Lake Chromebox
You can now pin Google Chat messages in Gmail on the web
Within the next two weeks, Google Workspace users will be able to pin Google Chat messages in Gmail. By clicking the three dots 'more' menu on a message in the left-hand side panel of Gmail, you'll soon see the option. Pinning will keep the message at the top of your list, even if other … [Read more...] about You can now pin Google Chat messages in Gmail on the web
Chromebook growth explodes in Q3 2020 as Google shapes the future of computing
Since the pandemic began and because of it, it's been tricky to find many Chromebooks in stores for quite some time now. According to a report by Canalys analyzing the total PC market growth (including tablets) for this year, Chromebook shipments have grown by 122% at a total of 9.4 million units in … [Read more...] about Chromebook growth explodes in Q3 2020 as Google shapes the future of computing
