Over the past couple years, dark mode has been top of mind for many users. The reasoning behind this is varied and some would cite gains in battery life or comfort when viewing content in dimly lit environments as basis for the obsession with all things dark mode, but the more realistic explanation … [Read more...] about Dark mode is finally here for WhatsApp on the web
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Chrome OS 84 feature spotlight: Files app visual overhaul
The files app on Chrome OS has been largely unchanged for quite some time. The look has been consistent and the functionality has largely been left unchanged over the years. That's not to say there haven't been productivity enhancements like the addition of read-only volumes (think recent, audio, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 84 feature spotlight: Files app visual overhaul
At long last, you can finally watch Netflix on your Nest smart display
Last month, Xfinity brought support for casting to the company's Stream app, and in that update, the country's largest cable provider saw fit to include support for casting your favorite shows to smart displays such as the Nest Hub and Hub Max. At that time, the subject of Netflix popped up in the … [Read more...] about At long last, you can finally watch Netflix on your Nest smart display
Chrome OS 84 update is rolling out, highlighting better clarity and focus from Google
Earlier today, Gabriel highlighted the packed feature update for Chrome OS that we knew would begin rolling out to users at some point in the next few days. For those unaware, Chrome OS and Chrome updates come out on a 6-week schedule and those release date targets are planned far in advance. As … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 84 update is rolling out, highlighting better clarity and focus from Google
Chrome OS 84 is coming and this update HUGE
It appears that Google has the release schedule for Chrome and Chrome OS back on track. Last week, version 84 of the Chrome browser dropped right on time and with any luck, Chrome OS 84 should start rolling out in the next day or two. There were a handful of updates we were expecting with this … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 84 is coming and this update HUGE
Duskwood, a phone detective thriller finally releases highly anticipated season 5
Everbyte, creators of the popular detective thriller that sees you using a simulated phone interface, just announced the release of their next season. It's funny, I'm partly writing this post for you, the audience, but I'm also writing it for my girlfriend who keeps asking me when the next season … [Read more...] about Duskwood, a phone detective thriller finally releases highly anticipated season 5
This upcoming Chrome PWA feature will make web apps feel far more native
Earlier this month, the Chrome Developers held a virtual summit called web.dev LIVE over the course of 3 days that set out to deliver updates and guidance to web developers across the globe regarding all the new features Chrome will have moving forward. For common users, it isn't exactly a simple … [Read more...] about This upcoming Chrome PWA feature will make web apps feel far more native
Mario Kart Tour update adds landscape gameplay, but there’s something terribly wrong
We've spoken before about how Mario Kart tour was developed by Nintendo in an effort to bolster their mobile games lineup by partnering with developer DeNa. What I always thought odd about the game was that you were forced to play it in portrait mode. Sure, this allowed you to play one handed, and … [Read more...] about Mario Kart Tour update adds landscape gameplay, but there’s something terribly wrong
Save up to $130 on a new Chromebook and score these Jabra Elite TWS earbuds for $20 ($149.99 MSRP)
Robby just dropped his review of Acer's latest flagship, the Chromebook 713. If there are any doubts about how much we like this device, I can tell you that both Robby and myself are working from a 713 as our default Chromebooks at the moment. Coincidentally, the Acer Chromebook 713 just received an … [Read more...] about Save up to $130 on a new Chromebook and score these Jabra Elite TWS earbuds for $20 ($149.99 MSRP)
Save up to $130 on two of the best Chromebooks available right now
Right on the heels of our review dropping for the incredible Acer Chromebook Spin 713, Best Buy has gone and put it on sale already. Dropping $100 off the already-reasonable $629 asking price, we're pretty excited to see this Chromebook go on sale this early in its life cycle. Why? Well, the … [Read more...] about Save up to $130 on two of the best Chromebooks available right now
Don’t miss this chance to score a free Logitech keyboard and mouse
Working from home can be challenging, especially if you don’t have a workspace where you can distance yourself from all the homelife distractions that can quickly derail you from your work. In our interview with John Maletis from Google, one of his tips for people who are working from home was to … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this chance to score a free Logitech keyboard and mouse
Acer Chromebook Spin 713 review: the affordable flagship
The minute I begin to talk about Chromebooks with things like bright high-res displays, 3:2 aspect ratios, glass trackpads, Core i5 processors, 8GB of RAM, NVMe storage, aluminum build and convertible form factors, I'm sure your mind starts tallying up the price tag of those nicer elements. I know … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Spin 713 review: the affordable flagship
