We haven't had the pleasure of reviewing Harmon Kardon's Citation One speaker with Google Assistant but some reviewers tout it as a more affordable alternative to the $300 Google Home Max. The only major nits found by most reviewers are the speaker's lack-luster listening abilities when attempting … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Steal this $230 Assistant speaker from Harmon Kardon for $80
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[Update: Preorder Live] CTL unveils 10th Gen Comet Lake Chromebox CBx2
We knew that more 10th Gen Intel Comet Lake Chromeboxes would eventually hit the market and it looks like CTL is the next one on the list. This comes on the heels of HP being the first out of the gate with the next generation of Chrome OS desktop devices. CTL, however, is doing what they do best and … [Read more...] about [Update: Preorder Live] CTL unveils 10th Gen Comet Lake Chromebox CBx2
Try these Youtube experiments for a limited time before they disappear
The Youtube team has begun to roll out what are called Youtube Experiments. These features are a glimpse into what the service may or may not offer in the future and are only available to Premium subscribers. There are currently three experiments and one in particular could make using the video … [Read more...] about Try these Youtube experiments for a limited time before they disappear
Nest Audio unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
Well, the true successor to the original Google Home smart speaker is officially available from various retailers. It has been a while since we added a new smart speaker to the list of smart devices around the office. So, we went and picked one up. We're going to spend a little time with the new … [Read more...] about Nest Audio unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
Here’s what’s new in Chrome 86. Background tab throttling, Focus Highlighting and more
Your Chrome browser on Windows and Mac should be receiving an update shortly which adds some nice polish. Chrome 86 begins rolling out today. Just visit More (three dots menu) > Help > About Google Chrome to check manually. Reset compromised passwords easily You can now click one button in … [Read more...] about Here’s what’s new in Chrome 86. Background tab throttling, Focus Highlighting and more
Google’s new(old) Wifi router quietly shows up at retailers
Google's Launch Night In hardware event has come and gone but one item that was seemingly left off of the list of expected products was the somewhat confusing update to the Google Wifi router. As 9to5Google discovered in late September, Google has been working on some sort of refresh for its … [Read more...] about Google’s new(old) Wifi router quietly shows up at retailers
One of the most powerful Chromebooks available just showed up at Best Buy
Back at CES 2020 (which feels like it was 5 years ago at this point), one of the big Chromebook releases that we were very excited by at the time was the new ASUS Chromebook Flip C436. In every way, this Chromebook looked like the clear successor to the very-popular C434 that came before it and … [Read more...] about One of the most powerful Chromebooks available just showed up at Best Buy
Window Naming: Another browser productivity tool lands in Chrome OS Canary
The addition of Virtual Desks to the Chrome OS workspace has brought an entirely new level of functionality and productivity to the ecosystem. Users can keep their individual desks organized and curated and that can result in a massive boost to streamlining workflow. Building on this productive … [Read more...] about Window Naming: Another browser productivity tool lands in Chrome OS Canary
Chromecast with Google TV unboxing and initial hands-on [VIDEO]
Today was finally the day that we were able to get our hands on the new Chromecast with Google TV. We were hoping for one directly from Google, but as that failed to pan out our hopes were revived when a handful of the devices showed up at our local Home Depot. After loading up and heading over to … [Read more...] about Chromecast with Google TV unboxing and initial hands-on [VIDEO]
Google releases new Stadia advertisement that should have been seen at service’s launch
When Google first launched Stadia, their cloud gaming service, they focused their rather strange marketing on features that don't really matter to the average user. They continually touted 4K resolution and 60 frames per second. Yes, those things are impressive, especially for a streaming service … [Read more...] about Google releases new Stadia advertisement that should have been seen at service’s launch
Google is prepping a feature that will clean up your Messages inbox
Part of life on the internet in 2020 is the use of OTPs, also known as one time passwords. The feature is a standard protocol for 2-factor authentications and is honestly my go-to method for double-securing my logins. In case you aren't familiar, the process is pretty simple. On accounts you … [Read more...] about Google is prepping a feature that will clean up your Messages inbox
The $169 “cheap” Lenovo Chromebook 3 is back in stock
I don't like throwing the word "cheap" around when I'm talking about a device that I'd actually recommend. However, there are exceptions to that rule that the Lenovo Chromebook 3 certainly falls into that category. Lenovo now has three variations of this device since the quiet launch of the $199 AMD … [Read more...] about The $169 “cheap” Lenovo Chromebook 3 is back in stock
