Acer has a knack for quietly releasing some truly compelling Chromebooks, especially in the mid-range. A while back, they dropped an impressive Chromebook Plus 514 that really stood out, thanks to its generous 512GB storage. Now, they're back with a refreshed version of that same device, and it … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) unboxing: wildly-affordable powerhouse with a 512GB SSD
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Unboxing the Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Google’s next big swing at foldables [VIDEO]
For those of us who have truly embraced the foldable form factor, the arrival of a new Pixel Fold is always an interesting occasion. After spending considerable time with Samsung's Z Fold series over the past few years, I've developed a deep appreciation for having a phone that transforms into a … [Read more...] about Unboxing the Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Google’s next big swing at foldables [VIDEO]
All of a sudden, I never leave home without the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk
When I first unboxed the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk over a year and a half ago, I was immediately impressed. I thought it was a brilliant, well-crafted, and thoughtfully designed set of accessories. But if I'm being honest, it didn't immediately find a permanent place in my daily workflow. At the … [Read more...] about All of a sudden, I never leave home without the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk
Google just made its AI coding agent, Jules, way more useful for developers
Jules, Google's AI-powered coding agent, has been a powerful tool for developers, helping with everything from generating code and fixing bugs to writing tests and improving performance. But until now, using it meant working primarily through its dedicated website or a GitHub interface. In a step … [Read more...] about Google just made its AI coding agent, Jules, way more useful for developers
I was ready to buy a Kindle until I saw TCL’s new 8-inch NXTPAPER tablet
Over the last several years, I've done almost all of my reading on my phone. It’s convenient, sure, but it's far from an ideal experience. That’s why I’ve recently found myself seriously considering a dedicated e-reader, with the Kindle Paperwhite sitting at the top of my list as the standard, go-to … [Read more...] about I was ready to buy a Kindle until I saw TCL’s new 8-inch NXTPAPER tablet
Bryson DeChambeau is partnering with Google Cloud to put AI in every golfer’s pocket
Bryson DeChambeau is known as "The Scientist" of golf for a reason. He's one of the biggest names in the sport, not just for his major wins, but for his relentless, methodical, and meticulous approach to optimizing every single aspect of his game. From custom-designed club heads to AI-powered … [Read more...] about Bryson DeChambeau is partnering with Google Cloud to put AI in every golfer’s pocket
Gemini in Chrome is here, and it’s bringing Agentic AI to help wherever you are on the web
While we've seen Gemini's powerful AI integrated into countless Google products over the past year, its arrival in the Chrome browser itself has been the one many have been waiting for. Today, Google is pulling back the curtain on a massive suite of 10 new AI-powered features for Chrome, … [Read more...] about Gemini in Chrome is here, and it’s bringing Agentic AI to help wherever you are on the web
YouTube is getting powerful new AI tools, including free Veo 3 video generation in Shorts
At its annual Made on YouTube event, Google just unveiled a powerful new suite of generative AI features that are designed to make creating content on the platform more playful and effortless than ever before. This is a massive leap forward for mobile video creation, putting some of Google … [Read more...] about YouTube is getting powerful new AI tools, including free Veo 3 video generation in Shorts
Spotify takes aim at YouTube Music with update to their free service
For years, the biggest frustration with using Spotify's free service has been the dreaded shuffle-only limitation. You’d search for a specific song, press play, and instead be launched into a randomized playlist with a measly six skips per hour to find what you were actually looking for. Well, in a … [Read more...] about Spotify takes aim at YouTube Music with update to their free service
Massive NotebookLM update adds AI-powered flashcards, quizzes, and a personal tutor mode
Google's NotebookLM has quickly become a fan favorite and one of Google's most-used AI tools, transforming how we research and understand complex topics. Just in time for the back-to-school season, Google is now rolling out a massive suite of new features designed to evolve NotebookLM from a … [Read more...] about Massive NotebookLM update adds AI-powered flashcards, quizzes, and a personal tutor mode
The new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 is officially back at Best Buy
It's been an interesting debut for the new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514. We saw it leak at Best Buy a couple weeks back (that listing was promptly pulled down), only to be officially announced at IFA Berlin 2025 this week as we were lucky enough to get to unbox it on video. Now that the news is … [Read more...] about The new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 is officially back at Best Buy
Google’s September Pixel Drop brings a visual refresh and smarter earbuds
The latest quarterly Pixel Feature Drop is here, and the September update is a big one, especially for owners of slightly older Pixel phones and the Pixel Buds Pro 2. This drop delivers on some of the key promises from last month's Made by Google event, bringing a splashy visual refresh to more … [Read more...] about Google’s September Pixel Drop brings a visual refresh and smarter earbuds
