Last year, Google introduced file upload and analysis as a paid feature for Gemini Advanced subscribers. Now, this powerful capability is beginning to roll out to free Gemini users as well, significantly expanding the utility of the free version of Gemini and bringing advanced document interaction … [Read more...] about The free version of Gemini keeps getting better as the paid version improves
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Google’s Family Link is rolling out some new features for parents
Keeping kids safe online while fostering healthy habits is a constant balancing act for parents. As a parent of a 10 year old and 14 year old, I live this reality every single day. For us, Family Link has been a crucial tool that allows us to give our kids autonomy while still being able to rein in … [Read more...] about Google’s Family Link is rolling out some new features for parents
The awesome MediaTek MT8196 will also come with Wi-Fi 7
There's been a ton of hype recently around the upcoming MediaTek MT8196 SoC that is set to arrive at some point in a Chromebook Plus model in 2025. We're hoping for sooner rather than later, but there's no real timeline on it just yet. Still, the interest in this chip is for a few very good … [Read more...] about The awesome MediaTek MT8196 will also come with Wi-Fi 7
Mark your calendars for Google I/O 2025 in May
Google has officially announced that its annual developer conference, Google I/O, will return to Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA from on May 20th and 21st this year. As per usual, Google promises a deep dive into their latest advancements across its product ecosystem, with a likely … [Read more...] about Mark your calendars for Google I/O 2025 in May
YouTube’s largest audience is now on the television
The television has officially become the dominant platform for YouTube consumption in the US. Youtube CEO Neal Mohan wrote in his recent annual letter that viewers are collectively watching over a billion hours of YouTube content on their TVs every single day! This milestone underscores YouTube's … [Read more...] about YouTube’s largest audience is now on the television
Don’t miss the excellent Lenovo Gaming Chromebook for just $299 right now
Sometimes I miss. I get caught up in the latest, greatest Chromebook hardware and something really great can slide right by me without my noticing. I hate when that happens, by I'm big enough to own it when it does; and that is precisely what happened when Lenovo came out with their … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the excellent Lenovo Gaming Chromebook for just $299 right now
Face Control on Chromebooks is pretty mind-blowing: here’s how it works [VIDEO]
Back in May of 2024, we got a sneak peek at a new feature that has fully arrived in Chrome OS 132 (though it's been lurking for a few versions of the OS behind some flags). It's called Face Control, and as the name suggests, it lets you control your Chromebook's mouse input with your face. Face … [Read more...] about Face Control on Chromebooks is pretty mind-blowing: here’s how it works [VIDEO]
Pixel 9a renders leak, confirming the missing camera bar
The Pixel 9a launch is just around the corner, and thanks to a pretty comprehensive leak via Android Headlines, we now have a firm idea of what to expect. As was previously reported, Google is set to unveil the Pixel 9a on March 19th, with a release date slated for March 26th. Rumors about the … [Read more...] about Pixel 9a renders leak, confirming the missing camera bar
YouTube Music isn’t perfect, but it’s clearly catching on
From the get-go, YouTube Music had a rough start. As the forced replacement for the beloved Google Play Music, people like myself pushed back on the adoption of Google's new music service right away simply due to the fact that we all hated the fact that they were arbitrarily taking away a service … [Read more...] about YouTube Music isn’t perfect, but it’s clearly catching on
Blackmagic Camera 2.0 brings live multi-cam recording to Andriod for free
Blackmagic Design has just announced yet another update to its free Blackmagic Camera app for Android, bringing a host of advanced features previously exclusive to the iOS version. The 2.0 update significantly expands the app's capabilities, including multi-camera control, tablet support, and … [Read more...] about Blackmagic Camera 2.0 brings live multi-cam recording to Andriod for free
I’m shocked that Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus deal is still going
Well, it's Monday, and that typically means the deals that were great for those looking for a Chromebook last week are now all gone. In our world, that's just the ebb and flow of things; but we sometimes get a nice little surprise we weren't expecting. Like the totally unexpected Super Bowl LIX … [Read more...] about I’m shocked that Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus deal is still going
YouTube TV Users: Don’t forget to change this setting before streaming sports on your TV
Super Bowl Sunday is upon us, and millions are preparing for the big game. More than 200 million viewers tuned in for at least part of last year's Super Bowl, making it one of the most-watched television events of the year. With so many people watching, the potential for spoilers is high, especially … [Read more...] about YouTube TV Users: Don’t forget to change this setting before streaming sports on your TV
