When Google debuted the Chromecast with Google TV back in the fall of 2020, they changed the fundamental way users expect to interact with a Chromecast. Sure, the HDMI dongle still does all the standard casting tricks we've been used to for years at this point, but Google added a full UI and … [Read more...] about Why we need a Chromecast Ultra with Google TV
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Xbox game streaming device coming, Chromecast may need to fight for your HDMI
As a diehard PlayStation gamer since my youth, I can confidently say that watching the trajectory Microsoft has chosen to take with the Xbox ecosystem, I never expected to kind of sort of like it. Growing up, it was the Halo console - the FPS box or racing game hardware in my eyes. Truth be told, … [Read more...] about Xbox game streaming device coming, Chromecast may need to fight for your HDMI
The Chrome Cast 171: Robby loves the Pixel 6 Pro and MSI joins the Chromebox “game”
This week on The Chrome Cast, we dive into why Robby has come full circle and fallen in love with the Pixel 6 Pro. Despite the many high-end options on the market, the Pixel line has an intangible appeal and the 6 Pro is simply the best overall phone that Google has ever made. From … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 171: Robby loves the Pixel 6 Pro and MSI joins the Chromebox “game”
It looks like MSI may be joining the ChromeOS fray, starting with a Chromebox
Over the last couple days, there has been some fun news surrounding Chromebases and Chromeboxes on the way in the future. Notably, we have a family of ARM-powered Chromebases (with the MediaTek Kompanio 1380) beginning development and a few new Chromeboxes added to the already-established 'Brask' … [Read more...] about It looks like MSI may be joining the ChromeOS fray, starting with a Chromebox
Here’s a first look at Google’s cloud gaming launcher running on ChromeOS
Just a month ago, a Chromium repository commit was discovered that revealed Google was working on a way to let users search for any cloud game across several cloud gaming providers right from their Chromebook launcher. Clicking one of these results would instantaneously launch into the game, getting … [Read more...] about Here’s a first look at Google’s cloud gaming launcher running on ChromeOS
Movies and TV shows are officially starting to be removed from the Google Play Store
We already knew that Google Play Movies and TV shows would be exiting the Play Store at some point in the near future, and it seems as though that day is finally here. Originally announced back in March, the original Play Help post has now been updated to reflect the fact that this change is … [Read more...] about Movies and TV shows are officially starting to be removed from the Google Play Store
Successful Failures: Hangouts was fun, but Duo is Better
I have always been one of Google's early-adopters, ever since the initial roll out of Gmail. Back in those days, it felt like Google was always experimenting with things and trying to find problems to solve, even though they began life as a search company. I attribute this digital … [Read more...] about Successful Failures: Hangouts was fun, but Duo is Better
First Look: ChromeOS selfie cam arrives in the screen recorder
Last week, I shared a few updates to the upcoming Projector App for ChromeOS. While mostly aesthetic, the biggest update was a name change that now has the productivity tool branded as "Screencast" in the app launcher. The only thing missing at this point is the addition of a heads-up selfie camera … [Read more...] about First Look: ChromeOS selfie cam arrives in the screen recorder
Diablo Immortal could be the Diablo-style title Chromebook gamers crave, playable this June
I've been tracking with Blizzard's upcoming Diablo Immortal for some time now. First, we saw gameplay for the mobile title at ChinaJoy 2020, and then the company got itself into hot water for sexual harassment and other unethical practices. Most weren't really interested in Diablo Immortal to begin … [Read more...] about Diablo Immortal could be the Diablo-style title Chromebook gamers crave, playable this June
Google One members with 100GB or higher tier are receiving a $5 Play Store Credit reward
Yesterday, a long-time Twitter follower who goes by the name "E." (@Stoked4Good) brought something exciting to our attention. In their Google One account, a reward for a $5 Google Play Store Credit was available to redeem! The user states that they are currently subscribed to the 100 GB Google … [Read more...] about Google One members with 100GB or higher tier are receiving a $5 Play Store Credit reward
T-Mobile to offer exclusive Google One plan with 2TB + unlimited Google Photos storage
If you miss the days of Google Photos unlimited storage, there's a new T-Mobile plan that may interest you. T-Mobile currently has two tiers of Google One storage plans available for their customers, a 500GB plan at $5 and a 2TB plan at $10. However, starting on April 26th, they are now adding a new … [Read more...] about T-Mobile to offer exclusive Google One plan with 2TB + unlimited Google Photos storage
Google hints at its secret post-Google Plus “social spine” initiative with Discover like counts
While browsing Discover on your Android device, you can tap the heart icon on an article to let Google know you're interested in receiving similar content in the future based on either the source or the topic contained therein. It's a welcome feature for anyone who is accustomed to scrolling through … [Read more...] about Google hints at its secret post-Google Plus “social spine” initiative with Discover like counts
