We all know that raw benchmark scores don't always tell the whole story when it comes to how a phone actually feels in your hand. But when Google announced that flagship Android devices are setting new records for mobile web performance, it obviously caught my attention; especially because the … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android is now officially the fastest mobile platform for web browsing
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Walmart’s launches two new Onn budget-friendly outdoor cameras for Google Home
Last fall, Google surprised smart home enthusiasts by partnering directly with Walmart to bring affordable, Google Home-compatible security hardware under Walmart's in-house Onn brand. That lineup originally kicked off with a dirt-cheap wired video doorbell and an indoor camera, but Google is … [Read more...] about Walmart’s launches two new Onn budget-friendly outdoor cameras for Google Home
Getting locked out of your Google Account just got a lot less stressful
Getting locked out of your Google Account is frustrating, especially if you don't have your usual phone or computer nearby to approve a login prompt. To help make account recovery a lot easier, Google just introduced a new backup method: selfie for sign-in. Building on the ongoing rollout of … [Read more...] about Getting locked out of your Google Account just got a lot less stressful
Samsung just revealed two new smart glass styles powered by Gemini
At Galaxy Unpacked in London, Samsung gave us a closer look at their upcoming intelligent eyewear by revealing two new frame styles designed in partnership with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. Building on the early teasers we saw at Google I/O back in May, these screen-free smart glasses are built … [Read more...] about Samsung just revealed two new smart glass styles powered by Gemini
The best Chromebook deals today
For those of you who simply want the best deals on any given day in one place that is easy to see, understand, and digest, this will be your spot. Bookmark it for later and be sure to make this a priority spot to visit down the road when the time comes to shop for the right Chromebook at the right … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook deals today
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)
Samsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 looks incredible, but there’s a catch
If you’ve ever tried to type out a quick message on the narrow cover screen of a Galaxy Z Fold and ended up with a jumbled mess of typos, you know the struggle of Samsung's traditional foldable design. It has always felt just a bit too cramped for everyday phone tasks. Today, Samsung is finally … [Read more...] about Samsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 looks incredible, but there’s a catch
Google details 3 massive AI updates at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026
Samsung officially kicked off its summer Galaxy Unpacked event in London today, unveiling its latest flagship foldables—the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8—alongside new wearables. While hardware always takes center stage, Google took the opportunity to highlight how deeply integrated Gemini … [Read more...] about Google details 3 massive AI updates at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026
Google is taking on Anthropic’s expensive Mythos model with Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber
If you’ve ever spent hours hunting down a single bug or vulnerability in a sprawling codebase, you know how incredibly tedious and frustrating it can be. To help tackle this growing problem, Google just announced Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber. It’s a new, lightweight AI model built specifically to find, … [Read more...] about Google is taking on Anthropic’s expensive Mythos model with Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber
Why I think Googlebook spells the end for new higher-end Chromebooks
When Google pulled back the curtain on Googlebook back in May, it wasn't just introducing a new brand name. It was signaling a massive architectural pivot in the history of Google's laptop strategy. By pairing native Android OS foundations with desktop-class Chrome browser capabilities and building … [Read more...] about Why I think Googlebook spells the end for new higher-end Chromebooks
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
Google quietly rebrands ‘The Keyword’ to the new, generic ‘News from Google’
If you visit blog.google today, you might notice that something feels a bit different. Google has rolled out a subtle redesign to its flagship publication, but the most striking change isn't the visual layout of the homepage; it's the name sitting at the top left corner of the page. Google has … [Read more...] about Google quietly rebrands ‘The Keyword’ to the new, generic ‘News from Google’
