Over the years, Google Docs has become a formidable alternative to Microsoft Word for the average user, but the one thing it's lacked for no good reason is a native citations and bibliographies formatting tool. Adding these to documents can be time consuming. I usually recommend people use a Docs … [Read more...] about Google Docs rolls out built-in citation and bibliography tool for all users
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Some YouTube Premium subscribers are getting a $50 Nest Hub
Google isn't wasting any time trying to get its new hardware into the hands of new users. Just yesterday, YouTube TV launched a promotion that will score first-time subscribers the all-new 4K Chromecast with Google TV when they make their first payment. While I'm still not on board 100% with YouTube … [Read more...] about Some YouTube Premium subscribers are getting a $50 Nest Hub
With new features like these, YouTube Music is slowly winning me over
It's not exactly a secret that I've been less than pleased with the forced move to YouTube Music from Google Play Music. It's not just one thing, but a series of aggravations that have bristled me against the move and I've not shied away from making my feelings pretty clear about it. I don't hate … [Read more...] about With new features like these, YouTube Music is slowly winning me over
New YouTube TV subscribers can score Google’s new Chromecast w/Google TV for free
Tomorrow morning, we should be unboxing our shiny new Chromecast w/ Google TV. We have yet to lay hands on the new streamer but we all agree that this will be the greatest thing to happen to the Chromecast since, well, it came into existence. I mean, what's not to love? We're going to get everything … [Read more...] about New YouTube TV subscribers can score Google’s new Chromecast w/Google TV for free
87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
Google's #LaunchNightIn was a blitz play that packed five new products into a 30-minute onslaught on the senses. Along with the new hardware, Google took to the virtual stage to introduce some new software features for the Pixel phone family, a completely redesigned entertainment experience in … [Read more...] about 87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
Google is working on improved scaling for Android apps on Chromebooks, but it needs work
Since adding Android apps to Chromebooks a few years back, Google has come a long way with making things more cohesive across both platforms. When it all first launched, Android apps on Chromebooks were a huge mess with broken apps, small-screen interfaces, and a bunch of busted UI issues. While … [Read more...] about Google is working on improved scaling for Android apps on Chromebooks, but it needs work
Google Maps update adds data layer for COVID-19 cases near you
Google recently introduced a new data layer in Maps which will inform you of COVID-19 cases and trends in your area. They have long since been a source that people turn to for reliable information regarding natural disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis and their mission statement includes … [Read more...] about Google Maps update adds data layer for COVID-19 cases near you
Google Play Movies and TV updated to reflect Google TV branding – web interface deprecated
Now that Google has revealed their new Chromecast with Google TV built-in, they've also begun to update the Google Play Movies and TV app across Android, Chrome OS and Apple devices. As of right now, the name and screenshots of the listing are all that's changed. It's now temporarily called "Google … [Read more...] about Google Play Movies and TV updated to reflect Google TV branding – web interface deprecated
Risk of Rain 2 is now available on Stadia for hours of co-op madness
At long last, Risk of Rain 2 is available on Stadia. This entry to the series is a 3D sequel to Risk of Rain - a 2D roguelike that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The premise of the game is that you must survive an onslaught of alien enemies on foreign planets with up to four friends. The … [Read more...] about Risk of Rain 2 is now available on Stadia for hours of co-op madness
Google Photos editor updated with new design and powerful features, rolling out now
During Google's 'Launch Night In' event, they revealed two new Pixel phones and in the process, unveiled a refreshed suite of editing tools in Google Photos. Along with its much improved design comes a focus on machine learning and AI so that you can make more helpful edits to your … [Read more...] about Google Photos editor updated with new design and powerful features, rolling out now
[Update: In-store Oct. 15] Where you can, can’t and should buy the new Chromecast with Google TV
Well, Google's Launch Night In is behind us, and now, we get to wait and see just how well the latest #MadeByGoogle products are going to fare in their respective markets. While we're excited about all of the hardware announced yesterday, one particular product appears to be getting most of the … [Read more...] about [Update: In-store Oct. 15] Where you can, can’t and should buy the new Chromecast with Google TV
Google is developing an on-device grammar check tool for Chromebooks
For nearly every user out there, proper grammar isn't exactly #1 on the priority list. We all want to write and speak in a way that makes us sound educated-enough, but going through the effort to constantly make sure our sentence structure, spelling, and punctuation all line up perfectly isn't … [Read more...] about Google is developing an on-device grammar check tool for Chromebooks
