Remember that awesome real-time Scam Detection feature Google demoed at I/O 2024 back in May? Well, it's finally rolling out to Google's phones from Pixel 6 and newer - in the beta version of the Google Phone app, anyway. This is a pretty big-time addition to the Pixel's anti-spam arsenal, and it's … [Read more...] about Pixel Phone app real-time Scam Detection is rolling out in Beta
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Acer is likely building a high-end, larger Chromebook Plus 715
It's been over 5 years since we ventured up to New York for one of Acer's hardware previews. At that last event, we got hands on the newly-announced Acer Chromebook 714 and 715 - the lastest Chromebooks from the company that were squarely aimed at the enterprise market. A lot has changed since … [Read more...] about Acer is likely building a high-end, larger Chromebook Plus 715
I love the new Quick Insert feature on Chromebooks, but it’ll take some getting used to
With ChromeOS 129, a new feature was introduced that stands to truly change up the general workflow for tons of users: Quick Insert. The idea is simple even if the functionality itself is a tad bit complex, giving users the ability to quickly insert all sorts of content (links, text, emojis, GIFs, … [Read more...] about I love the new Quick Insert feature on Chromebooks, but it’ll take some getting used to
Samsung is primed for the biggest comeback in Chromebook history next week
You read that right folks! We're just a week away from the next Chromebook showcase, and we have high confidence based on all the things we've found surrounding 'Xol' - lovingly referred to by us as the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus - that we'll see this new, high-end Chromebook model at the … [Read more...] about Samsung is primed for the biggest comeback in Chromebook history next week
You can now listen to your sources in an AI podcast form with NotebookLM
NotebookLM, Google's AI-powered research assistant, has been steadily leveling up since its debut. From global expansion to multimodal capabilities, it's getting better and better at helping you wrangle complex information. And now, Google has officially released a wild new feature that was teased … [Read more...] about You can now listen to your sources in an AI podcast form with NotebookLM
Gemini Live is now free for all Android users and I hope Chromebooks are next
Google just made a major move in the AI voice assistant race, rolling out Gemini Live for free to all Android users. If you've been eyeing the impressive capabilities of this conversational AI but weren't ready to commit to the $20 monthly Gemini Advanced subscription, now's your chance to give it a … [Read more...] about Gemini Live is now free for all Android users and I hope Chromebooks are next
There are a few new Chromebooks I really hope to see this fall
Now that there's an official Chromebook showcase on the books for September 24th, I figured it's time I shared my hopes for the fall and Chromebook hardware in general. You see, these new events put on directly by Google (one last fall, one in May of this year, and now this third iteration in a … [Read more...] about There are a few new Chromebooks I really hope to see this fall
Pixel Tablet one year later review: What it’s like actually using it
The Pixel Tablet has been out for a little over a year now and I’ve been using it more and more lately. This Google-made Android tablet/smart home display definitely had a bit of a lackluster debut but it's now a device that I pick up a lot so let’s talk through how I’ve been using the Pixel Tablet … [Read more...] about Pixel Tablet one year later review: What it’s like actually using it
You can pre-order the Pixel Buds Pro 2 right now and get a $30 gift card
Google's latest earbuds, the Pixel Buds Pro 2, are generating some buzz around the Chrome Unboxed office as we wait for the official launch on September 26th. I'm hoping to get hands-on soon but the new design and AI features have me intrigued. If you've been following along, you may have noticed … [Read more...] about You can pre-order the Pixel Buds Pro 2 right now and get a $30 gift card
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus will likely come in two configurations
As we inch ever closer to fall, the anticipation for new Chromebooks only continues to grow. Sure, we got new hardware in the spring at Google's Chromebook event in New York, but as we've seen, those devices were largely iterative in nature. Don't get me wrong, I love seeing iteration in the … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus will likely come in two configurations
This fall should be awesome for new Chromebook hardware
With Google's new update cycle for Chromebook releases beginning to take shape here in 2024, it feels like we're likely going to see new hardware a couple times a year at this point. Where older cycles had new Chromebooks launching at any point throughout the year, we've settled into a new rhythm … [Read more...] about This fall should be awesome for new Chromebook hardware
Proof that Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus is just around the corner
While we may be smack-dab in the middle of summer, fall feels a tad bit closer than usual at this point in the year. Perhaps that is due to Google's Pixel Hardware Event happening far sooner than normal (August 13th), back to school looming, or my always-eager desire to see cooler temperatures on … [Read more...] about Proof that Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus is just around the corner
