Over the last several months, Google has been steadily expanding Gemini across its core productivity suite, evolving from persistent custom instructions in Google Docs to deeper Gemini Live integration in the desktop Chrome browser. But most interactions with Workspace AI have still required typing … [Read more...] about Google brings voice-first ‘Live’ capabilities to Gmail, Google Docs, and Keep
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Googlebook 101: Get caught up before Google’s September 15 press event
We are officially two weeks away from Google’s dedicated media preview event in New York City on September 15, and the excitement around here is at an all-time high. For months, I have been digging through Chromium Gerrit commits, checking hardware benchmarks, and talking with Google leadership to … [Read more...] about Googlebook 101: Get caught up before Google’s September 15 press event
The Pixel Watch 5 is here, and its GPS upgrades could be a huge win for runners
Google just took the wraps off the Pixel Watch 5 yesterday at their annual hardware event in NYC, and rather than completely reinventing the wheel, it looks like a solid, calculated refinement of last year's model. The new watch leans heavily into proactive Gemini intelligence and introduces a fresh … [Read more...] about The Pixel Watch 5 is here, and its GPS upgrades could be a huge win for runners
Unboxing the super-affordable 15-inch ASUS Chromebook CX15
When you see a laptop sporting a price tag under $200 (it has temporarily gone up to $219 as we're publishing this), healthy skepticism is usually the safest reaction. Historically, sub-$200 entry-level Chromebooks have meant suffering through washed-out displays, mushy plastic decks, and processors … [Read more...] about Unboxing the super-affordable 15-inch ASUS Chromebook CX15
Leaked: Lenovo’s Googlebooks confirm ‘Sapphire’ tablet is exactly what we’ve tracked for months
Having tracked ChromeOS hardware development for well over a decade - from early experimental prototypes to modern Chromebook Plus flagships - we are no strangers to watching hardware leaks unfold ahead of major platform launches. But today's leak from Android Headlines isn't just a minor spec bump … [Read more...] about Leaked: Lenovo’s Googlebooks confirm ‘Sapphire’ tablet is exactly what we’ve tracked for months
Google shows off ‘Pixel Glow’ in new Pixel 11 Pro teaser ahead of August 12 event
Google is dropping more hints ahead of the Made by Google event on August 12, and this time, the Pixel 11 Pro is taking center stage. A fresh promotional video just hit YouTube, giving us our clearest look yet at that mysterious, color-changing light tucked into the camera bar. Leaning heavily … [Read more...] about Google shows off ‘Pixel Glow’ in new Pixel 11 Pro teaser ahead of August 12 event
Why the ‘Google’ in Googlebook proves Google is all-in on this new platform
Whenever Google announces a major new software pivot or new hardware launch, a healthy dose of skepticism usually follows. Over the years, we have all watched Google launch ambitious projects, pivot direction, or sunset services that didn't hit critical mass quickly enough. It is completely fair … [Read more...] about Why the ‘Google’ in Googlebook proves Google is all-in on this new platform
You can score the massively upgraded ASUS CX54 Chromebook Plus for just $599 right now
If you’ve been holding out for a massive discount on a truly no-compromise Chromebook, your patience has officially paid off. The upgraded ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus—packing a high-quality touchscreen, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of fast NVMe storage—just dropped to an unbelievable price of … [Read more...] about You can score the massively upgraded ASUS CX54 Chromebook Plus for just $599 right now
Googlebook success will partly hinge on their ability to deliver on truly helpful AI features
Not long after Google officially pulled back the curtain on Googlebook at The Android Show, I jotted down a quick note to myself that I’ve been reflecting on over the past few days: "To succeed, Googlebooks will need to truly deliver on the promise of AI being helpful in all forms of work and … [Read more...] about Googlebook success will partly hinge on their ability to deliver on truly helpful AI features
Why Google isn’t building a Pixelbook for the Googlebook era (at least not yet)
Ever since Google officially pulled back the curtain on Googlebook at The Android Show back in May, one question has dominated across the board: is Google going to make their own Googlebook? It’s a natural reaction. Chromebook users have loved Google's first-party hardware throughout the years. … [Read more...] about Why Google isn’t building a Pixelbook for the Googlebook era (at least not yet)
The updated Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook drops to just $199 in massive new sale
Lenovo recently gave one of our favorite budget Chromebooks a quiet but significant refresh for 2026, dropping the new MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor into the popular Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook. We recently unboxed the device and put it through its initial paces, and while it already offered … [Read more...] about The updated Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook drops to just $199 in massive new sale
You can now edit videos with just prompts and create custom avatars in Google Vids thanks to Gemini Omni
If you've spent any time trying to create professional video content for a business or a marketing campaign, you know how incredibly time-consuming it can be. I can't tell you the number of times I've had a "quick edit" turn into an hour-long project. Well, Google is looking to fix that today by … [Read more...] about You can now edit videos with just prompts and create custom avatars in Google Vids thanks to Gemini Omni
