There's no denying the overall appeal of the new Chromecast at this point. Is it a perfect 10? No, but with a few tweaks here and there, it could get really, really close in the coming months. There are so many reasons this device is already such a better experience than the older versions of the … [Read more...] about This feature alone might be worth the upgrade to the new Chromecast with Google TV
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Want a Chromecast remote? You likely already have one [UPDATED 10/15/2020]
UPDATE - 10/15/2020: With the release of the new Chromecast with Google TV, you can now have a fully-featured remote that will do way more than the remote that came with your TV. In addition to a physical remote, this new device includes the Google TV interface that you can navigate with the remote … [Read more...] about Want a Chromecast remote? You likely already have one [UPDATED 10/15/2020]
Google Assistant adds Voice Commands to Android apps so our digital lives can become less mechanical
Google Assistant is becoming increasingly useful in our lives, seemingly by the day. Not only can it book appointments for with through Duplex while sounding completely human, but it can also perform Voice Commands inside of your Android apps and this is a big deal for many reasons. You can now open … [Read more...] about Google Assistant adds Voice Commands to Android apps so our digital lives can become less mechanical
These next-gen Chromebooks will get nearly 9 years of updates
Google has been steadily pushing OEMs and developers to extend the life of new and existing Chromebooks and Chrome OS devices. Over the past year, more than 150 aging machines had a year or more added to their respective "end of life" dates and many of the Chromebooks launched in 2020 will be … [Read more...] about These next-gen Chromebooks will get nearly 9 years of updates
Google to host a mysterious ‘Search on 2020’ event tomorrow at 12PM PST
With the cancellation of Google I/O earlier in the year, the release cadence for new info from Google has felt a bit strange through the second half of 2020. Generally, I/O happens in May and gives Google a huge platform to share out all sorts of info about Android, Google Assistant, Chrome OS, and … [Read more...] about Google to host a mysterious ‘Search on 2020’ event tomorrow at 12PM PST
Chrome OS 86 adds update button for Debian Linux container
If you're new to Chrome OS or perhaps just learning your way around the recently added Linux terminal, you may be unaware that Google transitioned the Linux container from Debian 9 to Debian 10 (Buster) with the release of Chrome OS 80 back in March. If you have been tinkering with Linux on Chrome … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 86 adds update button for Debian Linux container
Google says fix for the new Chromecast’s biggest flaw is on the road map
Of all the things the new Chromecast from Google does right, there is still a glaring problem with the device that becomes pretty apparent the moment you actually begin using it. Lacking proper account switching support is a pretty big black eye to the device's usefulness overall and it is one that … [Read more...] about Google says fix for the new Chromecast’s biggest flaw is on the road map
Need a haircut? Google Duplex can now book it for you through Maps and Search
Two years ago at I/O, Google's annual developer's conference, the company took everyone by surprise by showing off an artificial intelligence tool that would have the ability call local businesses, restaurants, barber shops and more and book appointments on your behalf. It felt like something out of … [Read more...] about Need a haircut? Google Duplex can now book it for you through Maps and Search
Stadia finally ‘has what it takes’ to properly market their cloud gaming console the way it deserves
Hot on the heels of their 'Get to Know Stadia' marketing video which actually explains the service the way it should have been from its inception, the Stadia team has now doubled down on their strategy by releasing a new video titled 'You Have What It Takes'. The short one and a half minute clip … [Read more...] about Stadia finally ‘has what it takes’ to properly market their cloud gaming console the way it deserves
Chrome OS 86 brings a subtle but significant change to the lock screen
Yesterday, Chrome OS 86 began rolling out to users around the globe. (Everyone except Robby, apparently.) The latest version of Chrome OS includes a heavy focus on accessibility features and updates but as we expected, there was more to this update than what was officially announced. One such … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 86 brings a subtle but significant change to the lock screen
Tons of Chromebooks aren’t yet getting the new Chrome OS 86 update: here’s the full list
Yesterday, Google made Chrome OS 86 official and rolled out quite a few new updates to the OS as they generally do every 6 weeks. For new Chrome OS users, this is one of the biggest perks of using a Chromebook. Instead of yearly, massive updates, we enjoy 6-week update cycles that still bring … [Read more...] about Tons of Chromebooks aren’t yet getting the new Chrome OS 86 update: here’s the full list
[Updated] Google no longer sells music for you to own, but the world as a whole has moved on
Update: Google Play Music no longer capable of casting to smart speakers. Google has officially shut down their Play Music Store globally. This means that the era of purchasing MP3 music tracks that you can download and truly own, at least from Google, has come to an end. Before, they made it … [Read more...] about [Updated] Google no longer sells music for you to own, but the world as a whole has moved on
