After an extensive testing period that commenced last October, Google Chrome is finally initiating the stable channel release of the bottom address bar option for Android users. Reports indicate that some users are receiving prompts informing them about the ability to reposition the address bar to … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android’s bottom-mounted address bar is finally rolling out
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Snag Walmart’s Onn Google TV streamer for under $13 right now
Walmart's lineup of Onn-branded Google TV devices have always offered impressive value, from the capable $20 4K box to the beefier "Pro" model. But the absolute cheapest entry point is the simple 1080p HD Streaming Stick, already an impulse buy at its usual $15 price tag. Right now, though, Walmart … [Read more...] about Snag Walmart’s Onn Google TV streamer for under $13 right now
The Pixel 9a front-facing camera bug is causing some flickering [U: Fixed]
UPDATED - 4/17/2025: Google has confirmed that the latest Pixel camera update fixes this issue and it is no longer a problem. Reports are surfacing regarding a minor software bug that is affecting the front-facing camera on the Pixel 9a. According to user feedback within the Google Pixel Reddit … [Read more...] about The Pixel 9a front-facing camera bug is causing some flickering [U: Fixed]
It’s just google.com for everyone now, regardless of where you live
Google Search is undergoing a significant change aimed at streamlining the user experience globally. The company has announced that it will begin redirecting traffic from its various country code top-level domain names (ccTLDs) like google.co.uk or google.de and begin pointing them to the singular … [Read more...] about It’s just google.com for everyone now, regardless of where you live
MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook ‘Navi’ is getting an OLED screen
It's no secret that at least one MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook is on the way and that this upcoming device's code name is 'Navi'. Based on the 'Rauru' baseboard, this device could be the absolute must-buy Chromebook for those who prize a large display, blazing performance, long battery … [Read more...] about MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook ‘Navi’ is getting an OLED screen
You can now create videos in Gemini chats with Google’s Veo 2
Google has announced a significant upgrade to its AI video generation capabilities, integrating the powerful Veo 2 model into both Gemini Advanced and Whisk. This update allows users to transform text prompts and static images into high-resolution, eight-second videos, opening up all sorts of new, … [Read more...] about You can now create videos in Gemini chats with Google’s Veo 2
Wear OS is about to get a Gemini infusion with a simple app update
After Google confirmed it was happening back in March, we now have tangible evidence within the Wear OS Assistant app itself that Gemini is poised to take over as the primary voice assistant on your wrist. Thanks to an APK teardown of the latest Assistant app update for Wear OS (version 1.18.x) over … [Read more...] about Wear OS is about to get a Gemini infusion with a simple app update
Android is getting a major security addition via ‘Auto Restart’
Google is enhancing Android security with a simple, practical new feature delivered via a Google Play Services update. Soon, your Android phone or tablet will automatically restart itself if it remains locked and unused for three consecutive days. This proactive measure should help shore up data … [Read more...] about Android is getting a major security addition via ‘Auto Restart’
Google Docs now supports way more coding languages like C#, HTML & CSS
Back in 2022, Google Docs introduced its handy code block feature, initially supporting programming languages like C, C++, Java, JavaScript, and Python. It was a welcome addition for embedding code snippets cleanly into documents, but a new update is rolling out now that significantly expands the … [Read more...] about Google Docs now supports way more coding languages like C#, HTML & CSS
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is finally on sale again
It's been about a month since we last saw a discounted price on the popular, awesome Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus. Prior to that, we'd only seen this device go on sale a couple of times here in 2025, and as of this week, it has returned once again. This discount is a bit odd, netting you $125 … [Read more...] about The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is finally on sale again
One of my biggest gripes with Google Messages is now fixed
If you're a regular user of Google Messages, there's a part of the UI that's been wildly frustrating to use for a very long time: the restrictive 4-line limit in the text box that scrolls the rest of your message out of view. This made drafting longer messages, or even just sharing URLs (which can … [Read more...] about One of my biggest gripes with Google Messages is now fixed
Why the time has come to put my SIM in the Pixel 9a
I've said this a million times if I've said it once: I'm no phone reviewer. My day job keeps me in the middle of every bit of news on the Google ecosystem, ChromeOS, Chromebooks and Android - but I don't swap out phones very often these days. Instead, I've largely stuck with either Samsung or … [Read more...] about Why the time has come to put my SIM in the Pixel 9a
