There's been a lot of buzz around the new MediaTek Kompanio Ultra this week, and for good reason: that SoC is going to be impressive. And as much as I'm looking forward to Chromebooks with that chip inside, I also don't want to turn a cold shoulder to devices on the market right now that also offer … [Read more...] about The awesome Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is $230 off again
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Why MediaTek’s new Kompanio Ultra could be an absolute game-changer
Yesterday's announcement of the new MediaTek Kompanio Ultra was a big deal in the Chromebook world, but the more I've sat with it, the more I think this SoC could be an absolute game-changer for upcoming Chromebooks. Sure, this processor has speed and all sorts of AI capabilities, but there's a … [Read more...] about Why MediaTek’s new Kompanio Ultra could be an absolute game-changer
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are the best earbuds I’ve ever used and they’re $50 off right now
If you've been eyeing Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2, now's the time to pull the trigger. Both Walmart and Best Buy are slashing $50 off the price, bringing them down to just $179. And trust me, after using the Pixel Buds Pro 2 for many hours over the last several months, I can confidently say they're an … [Read more...] about The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are the best earbuds I’ve ever used and they’re $50 off right now
Gemini access to Google Photos is rolling out, and it can do some fun stuff
Google clearly has every intention to continue weaving Gemini into every nook and cranny available, and the latest app connection is coming via Google Photos. Following a recent renaming of Gemini Extensions to Gemini Apps, we now have a clearer picture of the full integration Google hinted at … [Read more...] about Gemini access to Google Photos is rolling out, and it can do some fun stuff
NotebookLM is getting the ability to find sources for you on the web
NotebookLM is continuing to evolve, and the latest update promises to significantly streamline the way users gather, organize and understand information. To that end, Google has announced the new Discover Sources feature, allowing users to directly pull relevant web content into their notebooks. … [Read more...] about NotebookLM is getting the ability to find sources for you on the web
The new Google Discover feed layout is odd, but I’m glad one feature returned
Google's Discover feed - an absolute go-to stop for many Android users browsing personalized news and content - has undergone yet another big visual change. Gone are the card-like entries, replaced with full-width, zero-margin images in a new layout that is now showing up across a growing number of … [Read more...] about The new Google Discover feed layout is odd, but I’m glad one feature returned
Google Weather’s missing radar map has returned
Just days after its unexpected vanishing act, the radar map within Google's Weather app has reappeared. As a relatively-recent and welcome addition to the app, the radar map provides users with real-time visualization of approaching precipitation and storms; and its sudden absence made us wonder if … [Read more...] about Google Weather’s missing radar map has returned
A development version of Chrome for Android now supports extensions
Google Chrome on Android, while widely used, has long lacked the robust functionality of its desktop counterpart: particularly in the realm of extension support. However, a significant development is underway, with Google actively working on a "desktop" version of Chrome for Android that introduces … [Read more...] about A development version of Chrome for Android now supports extensions
Gemini Live camera sharing is rolling out to all Android devices
Google is broadening the accessibility of Gemini Live's camera and screen sharing features, confirming their availability across "any Android device with Gemini Advanced." This significantly expands the potential user base for these very interesting new, interactive capabilities; squashing … [Read more...] about Gemini Live camera sharing is rolling out to all Android devices
The MediaTek Kompanio Ultra is officially a beast and just for Chromebooks
Well folks, the MediaTek MT8196 we've been tracking for some time now has officially been branded, and it is called the Kompanio Ultra. In a step that moves MediaTek's Chromebook SoCs more in-line with the naming conventions first put forth by Apple and now being used by Intel, we're seeing the … [Read more...] about The MediaTek Kompanio Ultra is officially a beast and just for Chromebooks
Pixel weather woes: Google is rolling out a fix for outdated At a Glance forecasts
If you've been checking your Pixel's At a Glance widget lately and scratching your head at the inaccurate weather forecasts, you're not alone. Google has acknowledged an issue causing outdated weather data to display on the widget and has confirmed they're rolling out a fix. Reports of the … [Read more...] about Pixel weather woes: Google is rolling out a fix for outdated At a Glance forecasts
YouTube hits fake movie trailer channels where it hurts, and I’m so happy
I'll say it: fake movie trailers parading around as legit previews are the freaking worst. Between AI-generated and heavily edited fake movie trailers, it's getting harder and harder to know what's real and what's not when you see a new preview pop up in your YouTube feed. But recent developments … [Read more...] about YouTube hits fake movie trailer channels where it hurts, and I’m so happy
