With Google’s New York media event happening next week, the early leaks continue to roll in. Just yesterday, we saw how Bluetooth SIG filings confirmed the commercial branding for Lenovo’s upcoming 15.3-inch flagship, the Lenovo Googlebook i (15″, 12). Now, a fresh report from The Mac Observer … [Read more...] about Lenovo Googlebook leak reveals the name of Google’s new laptop operating system
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Googlebook will automatically organize your files using on-device AI ‘Collections’
As we inch closer to Google’s September 15 media showcase in New York City, the software built specifically for Googlebook continues to emerge piece by piece. Over the past few weeks, we’ve tracked early sightings of dedicated platform tools like Magic Pointer, the native Desktop Camera app, and the … [Read more...] about Googlebook will automatically organize your files using on-device AI ‘Collections’
Google launches a dedicated Gemini app for Windows with Alt + Space shortcut
For the past year, Google has been aggressively positioning Gemini as the ambient layer connecting all of your devices. While Chromebook users have enjoyed quick access through built-in OS shortcuts and Chrome browser side panels, desktop users on other platforms have often been stuck navigating … [Read more...] about Google launches a dedicated Gemini app for Windows with Alt + Space shortcut
Lenovo Googlebook i 15 confirmed via Bluetooth SIG ahead of NYC media event
With Google's September 15 media showcase in NYC less than a week away, the final regulatory hurdles for the first wave of Googlebook hardware are rapidly clearing. Over the past month, we’ve tracked Lenovo's flagship clamshell (codenamed 'Ruby') through leaked high-resolution press renders and … [Read more...] about Lenovo Googlebook i 15 confirmed via Bluetooth SIG ahead of NYC media event
Google is rolling out Gemini Daily Brief to free users, dropping the paid AI requirement
When Google introduced the concept of the Daily Brief in Gemini, it offered one of the most compelling glimpses of how personal AI should actually function: a quick, proactive summary of your calendar, unread inbox priorities, and daily tasks before you even start your morning routine. Up until now, … [Read more...] about Google is rolling out Gemini Daily Brief to free users, dropping the paid AI requirement
I absolutely love my Galaxy Fold 8, but there is one Pixel 11 feature I’m deeply envious of
I’ve spent over a month now daily driving the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, and for my personal day-to-day workflow, this device has been fantastic. The thinner form factor hits a sweet spot, performance is ridiculously quick, and the battery life holds up easily through heavy use. Whether I’m … [Read more...] about I absolutely love my Galaxy Fold 8, but there is one Pixel 11 feature I’m deeply envious of
HP Googlebook 14c specs confirmed by Energy Star: Snapdragon X Elite and 32GB RAM
The puzzle pieces for Google’s initial Googlebook hardware fleet are falling into place faster than ever as we approach next week's September 15 media showcase in NYC. Over the past month, we’ve tracked early regulatory info for HP's upcoming Googlebook, starting with an early Bluetooth SIG … [Read more...] about HP Googlebook 14c specs confirmed by Energy Star: Snapdragon X Elite and 32GB RAM
ChromeOS 152 is rolling out now, bringing automatic PWA link capture and key security tweaks
Following Google's recent push of Chrome 152 across desktop platforms, the primary system update for Chromebooks has officially arrived as well. According to an update on the Chrome Releases blog, Google has begun pushing ChromeOS 152 (specifically version 16765.41.0, running browser version … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 152 is rolling out now, bringing automatic PWA link capture and key security tweaks
Chrome 153 launches today: Google’s accelerated 2-week release cadence begins
Today marks one of the biggest operational turning points in Chromium’s 18-year history. Google has officially begun rolling out Chrome 153 Stable to desktop and mobile devices, and while every major milestone brings a healthy batch of performance tweaks and new web APIs, this release represents … [Read more...] about Chrome 153 launches today: Google’s accelerated 2-week release cadence begins
How many years of updates Googlebook gets could make or break it on Day One
With Google’s New York media showcase just around the corner, we’ve covered tons of the over-arching Googlebook equation: the flagship hardware fleet, benchmark leaks, native Android execution, and independent Chrome browser updates. Yet, as we prepare to see retail laptops carrying premium price … [Read more...] about How many years of updates Googlebook gets could make or break it on Day One
Your Android phone might soon double as a wireless mouse for Googlebook
As we count down the days until Google's September 15 media showcase in New York City, the continued addition of cross-device continuity features being prepped behind the scenes is making me more and more excited about using these laptops on day one. We’ve already seen Google update Play … [Read more...] about Your Android phone might soon double as a wireless mouse for Googlebook
Google’s John Solomon explains why Googlebook is Google’s next Chromebook moment
When Acer teased its upcoming Googlebook at IFA 2026 in Berlin earlier this week, the spotlight naturally turned to the "Coming Soon" teaser slide and the silhouetted, sleek clamshell chassis. But watching back the full keynote presentation, the most compelling takeaway for me wasn’t a Googlebook … [Read more...] about Google’s John Solomon explains why Googlebook is Google’s next Chromebook moment
