Google has been running a bunch of deals lately on its hardware products, letting you save a bunch of money on the quintessential smart home staples that it's become known for. The company is sending out emails now to remind its users that several of the deals are ending in just a few days. If … [Read more...] about You only have a few days left to get half off of the Nest Mini and the 2nd generation Nest Hub
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Nvidia Shield TV update 9.0 gives you Android 11, 4K gaming with GeForce NOW, more
This morning, Nvidia posted on its blog that the 9.0 update for Shield TV owners is inbound. The update includes a slew of new features and fixes, that we'll go over. Most notably and most exciting though, is the bump up to Android 11 - something that users have been waiting for for some time … [Read more...] about Nvidia Shield TV update 9.0 gives you Android 11, 4K gaming with GeForce NOW, more
Chrome OS 97 is rolling out, beginning the new, 4-week update cycle for Chromebooks
Chrome OS 97 is now available and rolling out to a Chromebook near you. Without any massive updates or usability shifts this time around, the arrival of this version of Chrome OS should be smooth and without much issue. There are a few interesting new features tucked away in this update, though, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 97 is rolling out, beginning the new, 4-week update cycle for Chromebooks
Android Auto will get Lyft integration and let you watch Youtube while parked
Gamesnacks announced that it would be bringing gaming to Android Auto head units while users are parked back in September, and during CES 2022 today, Google revealed that it's now bringing several updates to the in-vehicle service for drivers. As we've previously discussed, the Ultra-wideband in … [Read more...] about Android Auto will get Lyft integration and let you watch Youtube while parked
Get the Nest Mini and a GE Smart Plug for just $15 while you still can
I'm not going to beat around the bush with this one. Right now, over at Lowe's, you can get your hands on the Nest Mini (read past the link button to see why that matters) and a GE Smart Plug for only $15. The deal is listed to end at some point today, but you can order it for delivery and as long … [Read more...] about Get the Nest Mini and a GE Smart Plug for just $15 while you still can
Year in Review: A look back at the top 10 articles of 2021
It is almost time to put 2021 to rest and say goodbye to yet another unusually tumultuous year. While we reflect on the difficult times of the past year, we would be remiss if we didn't take some well-spent time to focus on all of the good that has been birthed out of so much diversity. We have … [Read more...] about Year in Review: A look back at the top 10 articles of 2021
How to set alarms, timers, and even a bedtime schedule on your Chromebook
Believe it or not, you can actually use your Chromebook to set alarms, timers, and even to get your bedtime schedule up to snuff in the same way that you would use your Android phone. You've probably never heard this before because, at first blush, it sounds both unreasonable and impossible. … [Read more...] about How to set alarms, timers, and even a bedtime schedule on your Chromebook
Smart Deal: Gen 2 Lenovo Smart Clock w/free Smart Bulb for $25!
Some of my favorite Google Assistant smart displays don't actually come from the creator of the Assistant platform. Instead, I am a huge fan of Lenovo's growing variety of smart home devices. From the 7" display I keep on my kitchen counter to the second generation smart clock that adorns my … [Read more...] about Smart Deal: Gen 2 Lenovo Smart Clock w/free Smart Bulb for $25!
The price of Nest Hub’s sleep tracking feature may cause you to lose sleep
In a blog post today, Google detailed several new enhancements to its Sleep Sensing technology built into the 2nd generation Nest Hub via Project Soli. Having better insights into your rest habits like whether you snore, cough, or sleep uncomfortably is useful, and even free at this time through the … [Read more...] about The price of Nest Hub’s sleep tracking feature may cause you to lose sleep
This Nest Audio deal is too good to pass up
Pound for pound, you won't find a better Assistant-enabled smart speaker than Google's own Nest Audio. At $99, the Google-y speaker offers up ample volume and sound quality while giving you all the tasty home control you know and love from the Google Assistant. Now, that's not to say that you can't … [Read more...] about This Nest Audio deal is too good to pass up
Why I’m excited to be returning to #teamPixel with Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro [VIDEO]
Well, it’s October - and you know what that means? It means we’re finally getting close to Pixel 6 time. As a guy who has been out of the Pixel game for nearly 2 years at this point, I am pumped. Not only is there a new Pixel waiting in the wings, it is a device that is actually worth getting … [Read more...] about Why I’m excited to be returning to #teamPixel with Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro [VIDEO]
Chrome Journeys and Side Panel will help you compare search results and continue tasks
It’s only been a week since Chrome’s history clusters, or ‘Journeys’ began appearing on the Canary channel, and now, Google has released a new development blog post detailing it as an official experiment for Chrome Canary and Dev. Detailed as an experiment that’s meant to help users continue a … [Read more...] about Chrome Journeys and Side Panel will help you compare search results and continue tasks
