Google's Pixel 9a, while offering a compelling package at its $499 price point, comes with one fairly notable omission: Satellite SOS. Based on a leak that revealed the baseband version, we speculated that this might be the case but now a Google spokesperson has officially confirmed to Android … [Read more...] about Google’s new Pixel 9a is missing a major safety feature from the Pixel 9 series
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NotebookLM is primed to become a built-in tool on Chromebooks
It appears Google is making moves to bring the fan-favorite NotebookLM to the forefront for Chromebook users. Mishaal Rahman, reporting for Android Authority, has uncovered a code change within the Chromium Gerrit that suggests NotebookLM will soon be preinstalled on Chrome OS. For those … [Read more...] about NotebookLM is primed to become a built-in tool on Chromebooks
Intel N100 vs. N150: is the new chip worth the upgrade? [VIDEO]
As we progress through 2025, a wave of new education-focused Chromebooks is emerging, powered by Intel's latest Twin Lake processors, the N150 and N250. These chips represent the successor to the now-familiar N100 and N200, which have become staples in devices like the Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3i. … [Read more...] about Intel N100 vs. N150: is the new chip worth the upgrade? [VIDEO]
GLIC a.k.a. ‘Gemini Live in Chrome’ is on the way to a Chrome browser near you
Ah, GLIC. I've been scratching my head about this interesting project for a few months, now. Though I spend a good deal of time in the Chromium Repositories, there are things that I can't make sense of, and GLIC has been one of them. I knew it was going to be some sort of add-on to Chrome (my … [Read more...] about GLIC a.k.a. ‘Gemini Live in Chrome’ is on the way to a Chrome browser near you
The brilliant, oft-overlooked ASUS Expert book CX54 Chromebook Plus is over $100 off
If you've been eyeing a Chromebook Plus that nails both performance and sleek design, there's a device on sale that you need to be paying attention to. The ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus has returned to its lowest price ever, making an already-fantastic device even more appealing. Oddly … [Read more...] about The brilliant, oft-overlooked ASUS Expert book CX54 Chromebook Plus is over $100 off
It’s not just you: a YouTube bug is causing low-resolution videos
It appears that a rather frustrating issue has been plaguing YouTube users across various platforms, specifically iOS, desktop, and smart TVs. Reports are surfacing of YouTube videos and Shorts defaulting to unexpectedly low resolutions, even when robust internet connections are present. Users are … [Read more...] about It’s not just you: a YouTube bug is causing low-resolution videos
Linux on Android: Google clarifies the new Terminal app’s purpose
Google has recently clarified the purpose of its new Linux Terminal app for Android, dispelling some of the speculation surrounding its release. While the ability to run a full Linux distribution on a Pixel phone has excited many, Google's intentions are less about creating a new desktop environment … [Read more...] about Linux on Android: Google clarifies the new Terminal app’s purpose
Quick Insert for Chromebooks is failing hard with the new GIF insertions
When ChromeOS 134 was announced, a key update was added that had me quite excited to use Quick Insert for once, and I couldn't wait for it to show up. With the roll-out of M134 this week, I was primed and ready to start inserting GIFs into all manner of conversations with my Chromebook's handy new … [Read more...] about Quick Insert for Chromebooks is failing hard with the new GIF insertions
Here’s why you can’t yet order the newly-announced Pixel 9a
Google's latest mid-range offering, the Pixel 9a, has hit a bit of a snag. Announced just this week, the 9a is an impressive and compelling option at just $499; and it stands distinct from its Pixel 9 siblings with a redesigned camera layout and a massive battery. However, potential buyers will have … [Read more...] about Here’s why you can’t yet order the newly-announced Pixel 9a
Wear OS 5.1 is arriving for Pixel Watch 2 and 3 with LTE
The Wear OS 5.1 update - initially deployed to the non-LTE Pixel Watch 3 and 2 a couple weeks ago - has now expanded to include the LTE Pixel Watch 3 and 2, as well as the original Pixel Watch. Google released the new builds for sideloading earlier on March 18th and on-device OTA updates are also … [Read more...] about Wear OS 5.1 is arriving for Pixel Watch 2 and 3 with LTE
Gemini on the web can now be accessed without a Google account
Google's Gemini app has just made a notable shift in its general availability. From the start, a Google account was mandatory for using Gemini's chat feature, but that's no longer the case for basic interactions. As of today, navigating to gemini.google.com in Incognito Mode bypasses the traditional … [Read more...] about Gemini on the web can now be accessed without a Google account
Kids accounts will soon have tap-to-pay via Google Wallet
Google is expanding capabilities for digital wallets into the kids realm. With new supervised accounts capabilities in Google Wallet coming soon, you'll now be able to authorize your children's accounts to use tap-to-pay on their devices in physical locations. After a preview period that began … [Read more...] about Kids accounts will soon have tap-to-pay via Google Wallet
