After years of wishing for something like this from Google, it seems like the Pixel team is finally set to deliver a phone that can be used as a semi-desktop replacement - if inside info from Android Authority is to be believed. As always with this sort of thing, take it all with a grain of salt. … [Read more...] about Pixel 8 may include support for Android 14’s improved desktop mode
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Full OnePlus V Fold renders leak out ahead of Pixel Fold availability
I'm not going to lie: I'm getting pretty excited about what OnePlus is set to officially unveil in the V Fold, supposedly coming in August. While I love the idea of the Pixel Fold and Google's software on a folding phone, my guess is OnePlus' take on the folding form factor will likely be a bit … [Read more...] about Full OnePlus V Fold renders leak out ahead of Pixel Fold availability
OnePlus may release a more-affordable Pixel Fold rival in August in the US
As it currently stands here in mid-June 2023, we have basically no competition in the foldable phone market here in the US. While other markets have quite a few players in this space, we here in the States have one and only one option for a folding phone/tablet hybrid if you want to buy one right … [Read more...] about OnePlus may release a more-affordable Pixel Fold rival in August in the US
With only three weeks before arrival, all Pixel Fold variants are available for order again
A little over a week ago, a shocking revelation came in the form of a version of the expensive Pixel Fold already being sold out at the Google Store. While I'm wildly excited for this device and have been waiting on it for a couple of years at this point, I tend to think that won't be the general … [Read more...] about With only three weeks before arrival, all Pixel Fold variants are available for order again
The Chrome Cast 229: Why the Pixel Fold’s long development may make it special
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin our discussion by talking through the upcoming Google-made hardware that is set to release this month. The Pixel Tablet and the Pixel Fold are set to be unleashed on the world in the next few weeks, and both devices bring unanswered questions that won't be … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 229: Why the Pixel Fold’s long development may make it special
Google Play Books gets new tools for helping young readers practice comprehension
My son is well past needing help with basic reading skills, but that doesn’t keep me from getting excited about new Google Play Books features for young readers. No matter what gets added to Google’s Kindle competitor, I’m stoked to talk about it, especially if it means it’s going to help families … [Read more...] about Google Play Books gets new tools for helping young readers practice comprehension
5 things Google Smart Canvas really needs to improve
I’m leaning all in on this Google Smart Canvas thing here, so as I said in previous articles, you’re going to see me talking about it a lot more often as I explore its capabilities and use cases. I recently talked about how you could inject a writing timer or stopwatch for your creativity or work in … [Read more...] about 5 things Google Smart Canvas really needs to improve
7 new Android features arriving this month
This morning, Google has announced the quarterly Android feature drop and this one includes some very useful features for phones, tablets and even Wear OS devices. The updates lean heavily to the Wear OS side of things but there are some very interesting additions to Android that I'm sure many users … [Read more...] about 7 new Android features arriving this month
Google’s Pixel Fold development was a long affair, and that could make it truly special
I've said it a few times before, but there's never been a phone I've waited longer for than the Pixel Fold. Even the Palm Pre and the 6-month wait I endured for my first real smartphone doesn't even touch the surface of how long I've been anticipating this new, folding device from Google. On some … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel Fold development was a long affair, and that could make it truly special
Memorial Day Chromebook Deals 2023
Memorial Day 2023 is here and for many, that means cookouts, opening the pool and of course, holiday shopping. Before we get into that, I just wanted to take a moment to recognize why we here in the U.S. celebrate this day. Today is the day that we remember those that paid the ultimate price that we … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Chromebook Deals 2023
3 upgrades I’d love to see in the Pixel Watch 2 when it inevitably arrives
The story of the Pixel Watch 2 has been an interesting one thus far. Ahead of Google I/O 2023, we had mountains of leaks for devices like the Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet and Pixel 7a. On the Pixel Watch front, however, there was a shocking amount of silence for a Google-made product. While we … [Read more...] about 3 upgrades I’d love to see in the Pixel Watch 2 when it inevitably arrives
I wish Google Search and Assistant accepted mixed bilingual input for voice queries
Yesterday, I was using the Google Search app on my Pixel phone and I tried to ask it and Assistant how to say something Japanese in English to verify that I was learning the best approach to the language in the Duolingo app for professions. Upon asking "(Hey Google,) How do you say 'bengoshi' in … [Read more...] about I wish Google Search and Assistant accepted mixed bilingual input for voice queries
