A week after Google made the move to begin rolling out favicons next to all search results on the desktop, a wave of pretty stern backlash caused a bit of a course correct and within just days of the internet's collective thumbs down vote on the new design. I didn't have a huge issue with the … [Read more...] about Google is making good on a promise to rethink favicons in search results after backlash
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It turns out Microsoft’s pricey Surface Pro X makes a great ‘Chromebook’
An interesting video and article published by Dieter Bohn over at The Verge a couple days ago came with a pretty bombastic title, and I love it. The video header simply states: 'Microsoft accidentally made a great Chromebook.' Great title, right? The accompanying article is equally … [Read more...] about It turns out Microsoft’s pricey Surface Pro X makes a great ‘Chromebook’
Crostini keys expired on Chrome OS Dev and Canary? There’s a simple fix
If you happen to be an outlier like myself that lives, for the most part, in the experimental channels of Chrome OS, chances are good that you run into a few hiccups from time to time with the software. My desktop is always in the Canary channel and receives updates on an almost daily basis. Great … [Read more...] about Crostini keys expired on Chrome OS Dev and Canary? There’s a simple fix
[Updated] TicWatch Pro LTE review: The WearOS smartwatch for the masses [VIDEO]
I have long been a lover of watches. I'm not a connoisseur, per se. I simply like a nice looking timepiece. I've owned some relatively expensive pieces from Bulova and the like but I've also enjoyed cheap, no-name watches I've found at overstock shops. Some of my favorite go-to watches cost little … [Read more...] about [Updated] TicWatch Pro LTE review: The WearOS smartwatch for the masses [VIDEO]
Yes, a clear Stadia controller exists. No, you can’t have it.
I'm a fan of conceptual stuff. I like seeing cars that are never going to be for sale or laptops that have wacky features that will never get produced. I like this stuff because I like the feeling that the people responsible for bringing us new tech products aren't confined only to the things they … [Read more...] about Yes, a clear Stadia controller exists. No, you can’t have it.
Google is taking another stab at a messaging service, and this one could work
I suppose it has simply been too long since Google made a new messenger, so its about time. Should we recount the ways Google has attempted messaging in the past? First we have Gmail, and it is great, stable, and embedded in our collective workflows. Gmail is going nowhere. We also have Duo for … [Read more...] about Google is taking another stab at a messaging service, and this one could work
Paid Chrome extensions blocked in Web Store in the wake of fraudulent transactions
The Chrome Web Store is in a bit of a tumultuous place at the moment. With Chrome Apps heading towards a much-needed demise, Extensions will soon be the only real reason to frequent the Chrome browser's "shop" for lack of a better term. On that note, the Chrome Web Store has just dealt a massive … [Read more...] about Paid Chrome extensions blocked in Web Store in the wake of fraudulent transactions
Chrome for Android to get copy & paste for images on the web
The way we handle web images on mobile devices can be a tad bit clunky. With the way copyrights work, maybe that's not the worst thing in the world. After all, I don't think it is OK to snag someone's work from a website and use it as your own on a public website or service. There are also times, … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android to get copy & paste for images on the web
Google Stadia’s latest Savepoint post lacks the one thing we were really hoping for
As we inch closer to February 2020, Stadia has released the latest post under the Savepoint monicker and is highlighting all the new stuff on the way. For one, a new partnership with European broadband provider BT will see broadband packages being bundled along with Stadia for customers of the … [Read more...] about Google Stadia’s latest Savepoint post lacks the one thing we were really hoping for
SoundPEATS TrueWings: affordable earbuds built for the gym
The wireless Bluetooth earbud market has exploded in the last couple of years, mainly thanks to the Apple AirPods and the market they created when they removed the 3.55 mm headphone jack from the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. There are now a plethora of Bluetooth headphones on the market, ranging in … [Read more...] about SoundPEATS TrueWings: affordable earbuds built for the gym
New 10nm+ Tiger Lake Chromebook discovered: Meet ‘Ripto’
At CES 2020 earlier this month, Intel made the 10nm+ Tiger Lake processor an official thing. The chipmaker is seemingly quite proud of their next-generation CPUs and has gone so far as to tout "double-digit" performance gains thanks to the companies new Xe graphics architecture. We'll have to wait … [Read more...] about New 10nm+ Tiger Lake Chromebook discovered: Meet ‘Ripto’
If you’ve been considering a Google Nest Hub, now is the time to buy
Google's home line of products are pretty great across the board. From small speakers to big ones, small smart displays to large ones, there's a good fit for just about anyone looking for an Assistant-powered Google Home device. We recently re-reviewed the excellent Google Home Max and we all use … [Read more...] about If you’ve been considering a Google Nest Hub, now is the time to buy
