Just a day behind schedule, Google has announced the release of Chrome OS 90 and according to the update server, a good majority of Chromebooks should be ready to download the update. Over the next few days, we'll be tearing apart the update to bring you any unannounced features that may be hiding … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 90 arrives with Everything Button 2.0, Scan Tools, Diagnostics and more
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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
Drive Storage quota disappears from the Chromebook Files app, but likely for good reason
A little known, but extremely useful feature built directly into the Chromebook Files is the ability to access a visual storage quota bar that shows you how much space you are using versus how much space remains available. Upon opening Files and navigating to the Downloads folder or any other local … [Read more...] about Drive Storage quota disappears from the Chromebook Files app, but likely for good reason
Chromebook Files app adds an option to prevent synchronization over mobile data
With the reintroduction of Chromebooks with LTE technology and even Phone Hub's final release with Chrome OS 89, Google is beginning to think more thoroughly about how a mobile network may factor into the operating system and its features. In Chrome OS 91 Canary, I was poking around the other day … [Read more...] about Chromebook Files app adds an option to prevent synchronization over mobile data
Google begins integrating CloudReady into Chrome OS
After surprising many with the acquisition of Neverware, the developers of CloudReady, Google is now seeking to integrate it directly and officially into Chrome OS, according to a new Chromium Repository discovered by Kevin at About Chromebooks. Since CloudReady has been around for a while by … [Read more...] about Google begins integrating CloudReady into Chrome OS
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
Over 100 Chromebook models to receive Android 11 upgrade for a better app experience
Chromebooks have been running apps using the Android 9 (ARC++ or Android Runtime Container) framework for years now, and after skipping Android 10, Google has now listed 117 specific Chromebooks which will receive an upgrade to Android 11. The newest update will allow for apps to run more smoothly … [Read more...] about Over 100 Chromebook models to receive Android 11 upgrade for a better app experience
Google Meet unlimited video calls for regular Gmail users being extended again
Google Workspace just tweeted out that standard Gmail account users would be given a bit more time to take advantage of Meet's 24-hour 'unlimited' video calls. This is fantastic news and probably spawns out of the fact that many people are still facing lockdowns and difficulties connecting with one … [Read more...] about Google Meet unlimited video calls for regular Gmail users being extended again
Nest Detect sensors are finally back in stock on the Google Store, but likely not for long
Last year, Google took its Nest Detect sensors off of its store shortly after discontinuing its Nest Secure hardware. This was likely done in anticipation of the company's upcoming new devices created in partnership with ADT, but what they failed to realize is that existing Nest Secure owners would … [Read more...] about Nest Detect sensors are finally back in stock on the Google Store, but likely not for long
Google Chat adds granular notification controls so you can reclaim your sanity
Google Chat has gone through quite the metamorphosis lately - between it taking on the migration of pretty much all Google Hangouts users, its redesign and productivity improvements yesterday, and new features like 'Quick Sync', and closer Gmail integration, Google is on a roll with these updates! … [Read more...] about Google Chat adds granular notification controls so you can reclaim your sanity
Google Workspace Frontline is now officially available
Google Workspace Frontline is a custom solution that includes communication and collaboration apps as well as business-grade support and security features like advanced endpoint management that helps keep a company's data secure. It was announced early this month and seeks to fill the gap for … [Read more...] about Google Workspace Frontline is now officially available
Chromebook help may soon be available through your launcher via the ‘Everything button’
Back in my day, Chromebooks had a 'Get Help' button that appeared as a green icon with a white question mark. It allowed you to browse basically all of Google's Support listings for Chrome OS directly from within an app and was housed in your 'Launcher'. Nowadays, the launcher is called the … [Read more...] about Chromebook help may soon be available through your launcher via the ‘Everything button’
