Although they aren't required, Android apps on your Chromebook can certainly enhance the experience, giving you access to the same apps on your phone and allowing you to play some of your favorite games. And so with 2023 winding down, the team over at Google Play has posted a round-up of the best … [Read more...] about Best Chromebook Android Apps of 2023, according to Google Play
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USI 1.0 versus USI 2.0: understanding the difference [VIDEO]
We get asked quite often about which pen works with which Chromebook when it comes to USI. And in some ways, that's a bit of a bummer. When USI first emerged and started showing up for Chromebooks, I was so relieved that the days of searching for the "right pen" for any given device were over. As … [Read more...] about USI 1.0 versus USI 2.0: understanding the difference [VIDEO]
Don’t miss the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max for up to $100 off
At the start of November, the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max dropped down to some pretty low prices. Those deals lasted for a few days and we've not seen much motion in that segment since. However, as of earlier this week, it seems both the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max prices are once again being … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max for up to $100 off
Now is the time to buy a Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max for up to $100 off
Just this week, we talked about the Pixel Tablet more than we have in months. Why? Well, with a few new tricks coming soon, the promise of a Bard-infused Google Assistant, and a $100 discount, the Pixel Tablet is finally at a spot where buying one might actually make some sense. However, the … [Read more...] about Now is the time to buy a Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max for up to $100 off
Say goodbye to whole home audio: Nest devices can now only be in one speaker group at a time
Remember the Sonos lawsuit from last year where the company blamed Google for essentially stealing its speaker tech to make Google Home and Nest devices? Well, it seems that the ramifications of that may still unfolding. While there's no direct evidence this is the cause of what I'm bout to tell … [Read more...] about Say goodbye to whole home audio: Nest devices can now only be in one speaker group at a time
Fuchsia will not be coming to Google’s smart speakers as the company halts its rollout efforts
In the last year, Google has worked to replace the "CastOS" operating system on its 1st and 2nd generation Nest Hub smart displays with the new Zircon-based Fuchsia. At the time, it seemed like the company was set to bring it to all its smart home devices. According to 9to5Google, the tech giant … [Read more...] about Fuchsia will not be coming to Google’s smart speakers as the company halts its rollout efforts
Revamped and Ready: Google Home app redesigned to be more user friendly and useful
We've known about a Google Home app redesign for some time now, but today, it's officially been unveiled. The company, in hopes of making it more user friendly, has now added a few new tabs to the bottom of the home screen to help you easily control your connected devices, create automations, and … [Read more...] about Revamped and Ready: Google Home app redesigned to be more user friendly and useful
The Chrome Cast 225: everything we’re excited to see at Google I/O 2023
This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend the vast majority of the show discussing what we're expecting to see from Google at I/O 2023. With the Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold leaking entirely in the past couple weeks, it will be a packed event full of all sorts of software updates and many … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 225: everything we’re excited to see at Google I/O 2023
Google I/O 2023 set for May 10th and May 10th only
In the past 24 hours, Google has gone from releasing their yearly Google I/O date-reveal-puzzle to fully announcing that the yearly developer event will be held at their campus once again and will also consist of a single day event this time around. Like we saw last year, this move accomplishes a … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2023 set for May 10th and May 10th only
Google TV for Android is the next app set to receive a Material You home screen widget
In version 4.38.7.4 of the Google TV for Android, it's been discovered by 9to5Google that the app is now appearing in the system's widgets list as an available option for your device's home screen. You may remember that YouTube just got its very own "MY" widget back in December just in time for … [Read more...] about Google TV for Android is the next app set to receive a Material You home screen widget
The next Nest Speaker will reportedly ship with Google Fuchsia out of the box
According to a recent report by 9to5Google who laid eyes on one of Google's documents before it was hidden, one of the tech giant's upcoming smart home devices will ship with Fuchsia OS from day one. In recent memory, we've discussed how a third-generation Nest Audio or Mini speaker may be in the … [Read more...] about The next Nest Speaker will reportedly ship with Google Fuchsia out of the box
Google updates keyboard shortcuts for Keep on Android
Google has been on a roll lately, adding features to Workspace apps that run on larger-screen devices, such as Android tablets. Just last week, it added custom emojis for chat, out-of-office banners on a person’s information card, and the ability to see link previews and to drag, copy, and share … [Read more...] about Google updates keyboard shortcuts for Keep on Android
