As a part of 9to5Google's APK Insights report for the latest version of the Google app for Android, they discovered an interesting string of code regarding something called 'Guacamole'. Apparently, this is meant to help you 'quickly get things done' with a toggle in Assistant settings. How exactly … [Read more...] about Google Assistant ‘Guacamole’ could hint at the future of smart device interaction
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Unboxing and mini-review of the very affordable HP Chromebook 11a
The HP Chromebook 11a is in the office with its bold colors, compact design, and super-affordable price tag. This Chromebook does what most affordable Chromebooks do: get you to the basics on the lowest possible budget. If you're looking for a small, portable, fun little device to do basic … [Read more...] about Unboxing and mini-review of the very affordable HP Chromebook 11a
Pricing for the Snapdragon-powered Acer Chromebook Spin 513 hits multiple retailers
Thanks to a bit of a heads-up from Kevin Tofel over at About Chromebooks, it looks like we're nearing the finish line in our long wait for the arrival of the first consumer-facing Snapdragon-powered Chromebook. The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 is a beautiful looking device with an all-aluminum build, … [Read more...] about Pricing for the Snapdragon-powered Acer Chromebook Spin 513 hits multiple retailers
Nest Hub 2 Review: Worth the upgrade? [Video]
This is the all-new second-generation Nest Hub from Google and while it may not look that different from the original Google smart display, there’s more here than meets the eye. Apart from the significantly cheaper debut price, the 2nd gen Nest Hub offers up some very useful features that might make … [Read more...] about Nest Hub 2 Review: Worth the upgrade? [Video]
How To Set Up Kid Accounts On Chromecast With Google TV [VIDEO]
The Chromecast with Google TV gets a whole lot right, but there are still a handful of things most users would like to see added to the experience. Probably the most-requested addition would be the ability for multiple users to be able to sign in and swap between their accounts at will. … [Read more...] about How To Set Up Kid Accounts On Chromecast With Google TV [VIDEO]
G Suite for Nonprofits officially gets the Workspace treatment
With over 150,000 nonprofits using Google's G Suite productivity tools every day, the company has deemed it time to bring them into the Workspace fold. Previously, G Suite for Education and Enterprise for Education were rebranded to Google Workspace for Education. Now, G Suite for Nonprofits is … [Read more...] about G Suite for Nonprofits officially gets the Workspace treatment
Chromebook Perks: Save $20 on the Logitech F710 and get 1 free month of Artboard Studio
The Chromebook Perks page was quietly updated recently to include several new Perks for new and existing Chromebook owners. Among them was a two-month free trial of the popular DocuSign service, and before that, an online digital audio workstation called Amped Studio. Now, the page was updated yet … [Read more...] about Chromebook Perks: Save $20 on the Logitech F710 and get 1 free month of Artboard Studio
Pixel Watch renders show a gorgeous wearable with clean, elegant software
Yesterday, we had quite a bit of traffic around the early tease of an upcoming leak of the Pixel Watch. Jon Prosser - a noted tech leaker - teased some Pixel Watch photos over on Twitter and we were waiting all day yesterday to actually see these images arrive. In the afternoon, Jon showed a quick … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch renders show a gorgeous wearable with clean, elegant software
Google Play Pass now boasts over 800 games and apps for just $5 per month
At launch, Google's Play Pass subscription service already had a lot of value packed in. Even still, It's continued to add in loads of games and apps for just about every type of person's interests, and while it hasn't really appealed to hardcore mobile gamers, which is totally a thing, it's done … [Read more...] about Google Play Pass now boasts over 800 games and apps for just $5 per month
Bulk sharing for Google Photos will soon be available on Nest Hub and Smart Displays
In a new Youtube video, Google took time to bring attention to several new improvements to its smart home technology. Things like Guest Mode for the Nest Hub and other smart displays with Google Assistant built-in, tuning recommendations on Chromecast with Google TV with a simple thumbs up or down, … [Read more...] about Bulk sharing for Google Photos will soon be available on Nest Hub and Smart Displays
The Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook is outrageously affordable right now
For this quick article, I reintroduced the very excellent Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook to my desk (and most importantly, to my fingertips) to type on. I honestly forgot in just a few weeks how much I love this keyboard. It is easily one of my favorites and honestly a bit better than I gave … [Read more...] about The Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook is outrageously affordable right now
Resident Evil Village is coming to Stadia – get a free Premiere Edition bundle with purchase
After learning that Google paid Capcom $10 million to get Resident Evil VII Biohazard and Resident Evil Village on Stadia according to a leaked document, and also that the company had spent tens of millions to get other developers to port their games to the platform as well, both Resident Evil games … [Read more...] about Resident Evil Village is coming to Stadia – get a free Premiere Edition bundle with purchase
