For decades, the benchmark for machine intelligence was the chessboard. But as AI models move into the real world to act as assistants and collaborators, being a "super-calculator" isn't enough. Decisions in the real world are messy, social, and based on incomplete information. To address this, … [Read more...] about Google DeepMind is using Werewolf and Poker to test AI’s “Soft Skills”
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NotebookLM and Gemini have officially joined forces for Workspace users
This week, Google is officially expanding the integration of NotebookLM as a source in the Gemini app to Enterprise and Education users. While personal account holders have had a taste of this, the rollout to Workspace accounts means that professionals and students can now ground their Gemini … [Read more...] about NotebookLM and Gemini have officially joined forces for Workspace users
Acer’s ‘Moonstone’ emerges as the next Intel-powered laptop for Google’s ‘Aluminium’ era
The momentum behind Google’s 'Aluminium' project (the massive transition of ChromeOS to the Android kernel) is starting to take serious shape here in the beginning of 2026. We’ve already been tracking Lenovo’s heavy hitters, the ARM-powered ‘Sapphire’ and the Intel-powered ‘Ruby’. Today, a new … [Read more...] about Acer’s ‘Moonstone’ emerges as the next Intel-powered laptop for Google’s ‘Aluminium’ era
Google’s new ‘Desktop Camera’ app gives us a new peek at Android on the desktop
While we all continue to speculate on the long-term convergence of ChromeOS and Android, a new piece of the puzzle has quietly appeared on the Play Store. Thanks to a cool find by 9to5 Google, we have a first look at a new app titled "Desktop Camera," and its existence points toward a growing focus … [Read more...] about Google’s new ‘Desktop Camera’ app gives us a new peek at Android on the desktop
Google Maps turns Gemini into your AI tour guide and cycling copilot
Google is continuing its rapid-fire week of Gemini updates by bringing its AI assistant out of the car and onto the sidewalk. While "Gemini in navigation" has been helping drivers for a few months, Google has announced that the conversational experience is now officially rolling out for walking and … [Read more...] about Google Maps turns Gemini into your AI tour guide and cycling copilot
Premium AI becomes more affordable as Google AI Plus lands in the US
Google is making a major move to bring its most advanced AI tools to the masses. Recently, the company announced that Google AI Plus is expanding to 35 new countries, including the United States. Priced at just $7.99 per month, this new tier effectively bridges the gap between the free version of … [Read more...] about Premium AI becomes more affordable as Google AI Plus lands in the US
New upgrades to AI Mode blur the lines between Google Search and the Gemini app
Since Gemini's arrival in Google Search, there's been a lot of crossover and connection between the two (AI Overviews, AI Mode, etc.), but there's always been a pretty clear distinction there, too. You went to the search bar for quick facts and links, and you went to the Gemini app for long-form … [Read more...] about New upgrades to AI Mode blur the lines between Google Search and the Gemini app
ChromeOS 144 is here, but the headlining Gemini in Chrome feature is missing
ChromeOS 144 officially began its rollout on January 27th, and if you’re like me, you probably jumped all over that Check for updates button the second you saw the news. For Chromebook Plus owners, this version is supposed to be a milestone: the official arrival of Gemini in Chrome for Chromebook … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 144 is here, but the headlining Gemini in Chrome feature is missing
Will your Chromebook get the new ‘Aluminium’ update? Here is what Google says
Ever since the news dropped that ChromeOS is migrating to the Android stack (codenamed 'Aluminium'), one of the biggest questions in our comments section has been simple: "What about the Chromebook I just bought?" While we know Google is sticking to its 10-year support promise, users want to know … [Read more...] about Will your Chromebook get the new ‘Aluminium’ update? Here is what Google says
Chrome’s huge Gemini 3 upgrade looks to fundamentally change web browsing
Chrome is officially moving beyond the era of simple AI helpers and into the era of AI agents. In a massive new announcement today, Parisa Tabriz, VP of Chrome, detailed a huge wave of updates coming to the browser on MacOS, Windows, and Chromebook Plus. Powered by the new Gemini 3 model, Chrome is … [Read more...] about Chrome’s huge Gemini 3 upgrade looks to fundamentally change web browsing
We have our first real leak of Google’s “Aluminium” project running on a Chromebook
Back in September, we caught the first scent of a massive shift happening behind the scenes at Google. I found evidence that developers were testing a full Android desktop experience on "Brya" Chromebooks, and at the time, we weren't quite sure what to make of it. Fast forward to today, and the cat … [Read more...] about We have our first real leak of Google’s “Aluminium” project running on a Chromebook
Confirmed: Lenovo is also building ‘Ruby’, a flagship Intel-powered ‘Aluminium’ Chromebook
Just as the dust was beginning to settle on our confirmation that Lenovo is building the ARM-powered ‘Sapphire’ flagship detachable for the 'Aluminium' project, we have a second contender also in the works to help carry the mantle of this massive shift in laptop strategy from Google. Thanks to … [Read more...] about Confirmed: Lenovo is also building ‘Ruby’, a flagship Intel-powered ‘Aluminium’ Chromebook
