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MediaTek confirms Dimensity processors will power new Googlebooks, not Kompanio
With the official Googlebook announcement behind us, we finally have a clearer picture of these new AI-powered laptops. We now know which brands will be building the first Googlebooks for the fall launch, but we also got official confirmation that Intel, Qualcomm, and MediaTek will supply the … [Read more...] about MediaTek confirms Dimensity processors will power new Googlebooks, not Kompanio
The overwhelming reality of Google’s Gemini and the AI boom
If you take a look at the dizzying list of announcements that came out of Google I/O 2026, it is completely undeniable: AI is absolutely everywhere. We are witnessing a monumental ecosystem blitz where machine learning is being woven into the very fabric of the internet, cloud computing, and … [Read more...] about The overwhelming reality of Google’s Gemini and the AI boom
Google is bringing Gemini to smart glasses, and they come with one big advantage
During the Google I/O 2026 keynote, the company announced a major expansion of the Android XR platform, unveiling a new line of "Intelligent Eyewear." Built in collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm, these new AI-powered glasses are designed to seamlessly integrate Gemini into your daily life. To … [Read more...] about Google is bringing Gemini to smart glasses, and they come with one big advantage
Google fixes one of NotebookLM’s biggest annoyances with automatic Drive syncing
Google’s AI-powered research assistant, NotebookLM, has quickly become a favorite productivity tool for many users over the past year. Whether you are using it to organize massive piles of documents or generating remarkably realistic artificial podcasts, it is an incredible workspace companion. But … [Read more...] about Google fixes one of NotebookLM’s biggest annoyances with automatic Drive syncing
100 announcements later: the wild scope of Google I/O 2026
The dust has finally settled on Google I/O 2026, and the collective tech industry is still rubbing its eyes trying to process what just happened. If you watched the keynotes live, you probably felt the distinct sensation of a drinking through a firehose at full blast. Every single year, Google … [Read more...] about 100 announcements later: the wild scope of Google I/O 2026
Why one of Google’s biggest AI advantages is your oldest web-based habit
Those of us in the tech space spend a lot of time debating which dedicated AI app reigns supreme. We compare subscription tiers, benchmark token speeds, and track standalone app downloads. But a fascinating interaction in my own home this weekend made me realize that the tech-focused bubble may be … [Read more...] about Why one of Google’s biggest AI advantages is your oldest web-based habit
Googlebook will launch on premium devices, but more-affordable options are coming
Ever since Google pulled back the curtain on the Googlebook category, one thing has been made abundantly clear: the initial hardware wave arriving this fall is going to be a decidedly premium affair. With Google attaching its prime corporate branding to the devices, enforcing rigid manufacturing … [Read more...] about Googlebook will launch on premium devices, but more-affordable options are coming
Why buying a Chromebook with Googlebook looming is still a great decision
With the massive announcement of Googlebook completely dominating the news cycle over the past two weeks, a narrative is starting to brew across the internet that has me a bit concerned. I am seeing a lot of headlines suggesting that standard Chromebooks are suddenly "dead" or that buying a … [Read more...] about Why buying a Chromebook with Googlebook looming is still a great decision
The best Chromebook deals today
I wrote a buying guide of sorts on wading through the rough waters of good and bad deals on new and old devices, and if you don't find what you are looking for on any given day, I'd recommend giving that a read so you can go and make your own decisions across multiple retailers. But for those … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook deals today
Save $300 as Acer’s Chromebook Plus Spin 714 returns to its all-time low price
If you have been following the recent shakeups in the personal computer market, you already know that the mid-range laptop space is getting incredibly competitive. But if you are looking for a device that offers premium versatility, high-end performance, and massive value for your dollar, the latest … [Read more...] about Save $300 as Acer’s Chromebook Plus Spin 714 returns to its all-time low price
Google launches a new developer hub to help engineers build premium apps for Googlebook
The momentum behind Google’s upcoming Googlebook ecosystem is just getting started as we head into summer. Following a massive wave of AI and operating system announcements at Google I/O, Google has officially published a brand-new, dedicated Googlebook developer hub on the Android Developers … [Read more...] about Google launches a new developer hub to help engineers build premium apps for Googlebook
