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With the revamped Fit app, it’s looking more and more like Google is making a Pixel watch
Google has updated its Fit app for the first time in many months, bringing yet another clue that it is working on its own Pixel smartwatch.Updated
Alexa, Cortana officially become BFFs as Amazon and Microsoft integrate the two assistants
You can now access Amazon Alexa from Windows 10's Cortana, and Microsoft Cortana from Alexa devices such as the Amazon Echo. We'll show you how to use Alexa within Cortana, too.
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The Campfire caveat: Why cheap Chromebooks running Windows will benefit Google, not you
Google's Campfire would reportedly allow Chromebooks to dual-boot with Windows. But only Google will benefit from demonstrating how poorly Windows runs on low-end hardware.News
Google takes on Apple, Windows with Chromebook attack ad as Amazon slashes Pixelbook prices
Google is running a new ad spotlighting Chromebooks' advantage over Mac and Windows PCs, namely longer battery life, less lag, and no viruses.News Analysis
Google’s Smart Display UI is a peek at Android’s voice-centric Fuchsia evolution
Lenovo's Smart Display runs an Android Things-powered OS that's light, intuitive, and deceptively powerful. And it could be coming to our phones next.News
Nvidia Shield TV levels up to full-featured PC gaming with free GeForce Now beta
The era of confusing, dueling GeForce Now services is over. Nvidia's Shield TV now streams PC games from the cloud, cementing its reign as the king of streamers for geeks.News
Newegg is selling a 43-inch Samsung 4K HDR TV for less than $350 today
The 43-inch Samsung UN43MU6300FXZA is $340 with code EMCPVRV22 at Newegg today.Updated
Google’s new Podcasts app offers the bare-minimum Android listening experience
Google has finally released a standalone podcasts app, but don't expect it to blow you away with features.Feature
The new Gmail steals some great ideas and invents some fresh ones
Most of Gmail's new features aren't really new, and that's okay.News
Microsoft’s Surface Hub 2 is a Teams-powered giant tablet that creates its own video wall
Microsoft announces the Surface Hub 2, its next-generation videoconferencing and collaboration tool that can combine into a massive display or roll away on an easel.News
The new Google One storage subscription wants to pamper paid users with services and deals
Google is using support and free goodies to try to lock you into an ongoing cloud storage subscription, called Google One.News Analysis
How Waymo’s AI-trained self-driving cars could feel scary even if they’re safe
Google's Waymo will launch a ride service with self-driving cars in Phoenix, Arizona, later in 2018. The company emphasized its safety record in the wake of Uber's pedestrian fatality earlier this year.Feature
Google Lens: 6 new features we can’t wait to try out
With everything from text recognition to real-time results, Google Lens is leaping into the future.News
Major Google News overhaul starts rolling out today on web, Android, and iOS
Google is overhauling its News app and web presence, making it easier to find the news that matters to you from the sources you trust.News
Google Assistant wants to talk to you like a friend—and call in your dinner reservation
At the I/O 2018 keynote, Google revealed a flurry of features that make Google Assistant smarter, more personal, and predictive no matter what device you use.News
Microsoft shows Cortana and Amazon’s Alexa working together at Build
The integration of Amazon Alexa and Microsoft Cortana will have to wait a little longer, though.News
Google I/O 2018: 5 things we’re likely to see (and 5 things we really want)
Google I/O is happening this week, and we've got everything you need to know about the big show.Updated
How to automatically mute a website within Google Chrome, either manually or by default
Google's Chrome 64 browser allowed you to manually mute websites, but the new Google Chrome 66 version may just automatically mute that website for you, automatically, or block it from autoplaying.News
Windows 10’s April Update is making Chrome and Cortana freeze PCs
Google Chrome, Cortana, Visual Studio, and other programs are locking up in the Windows 10 April 2018 Update.Opinion
LG’s G7 is boring because all Android phones are boring now—and it’s Apple’s fault
Apple's effect on Android phones is at an all-time high in 2018, and it's making everything boring.News
Google’s major Gmail update boosts your privacy and productivity
Google has rolled out a major update to its Gmail web client, bringing a new interface and strong privacy features.Updated
I don’t care if Google’s ‘chat’ for Android is an inferior version of Apple iMessage, I want it now
Google has announced that a new messaging protocol called chat is on the way, bringing RCS support and unifying the scattershot messaging experience on Android. It's about time.News
Try VR for cheap: The Google Store’s selling the Daydream View headset for just $50
You can pick-up the Daydream View headset for 50 percent off from the Google Store until April 28.News Analysis
Android P’s flagrant iPhone X imitation shows how little Google is innovating
We already now that Android P will be bringing iPhone X-style notch support, but now Google has inadvertently outed a new gesture-based navigation system as well. What happened to Android's innovation?News
Report: Google’s Gmail will soon include a time-limited Confidential Mode, UI redesign
Google appears to be preparing to unveil a new version of Gmail with a new look and feel, as well as protections for user email.News Analysis
Reading the Android ‘P’ leaves: 5 things the beta could tell us about the Pixel 3
The first Android P developer beta has landed and with it comes a host of new features due to arrive in Google's Pixel phones when it launches this summer. But what does it mean for the Pixel 3?Feature
The best video editing software: Reviews, buying advice, and more
Find the right video editing program for your needs, for $80 or less.News
Yeti: How a Google game console could take on Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam
Google may enter the gaming business with a cloud-based service and home console, code-named "Yeti." Here's what Yeti could—or should—entail if it wants to compete with Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam.News Analysis
How tighter ties between Google and Nest can bring new value to the Google Tax
Google is bringing Nest back into its fold to build a home that's smarter—and that's good news if you're frustrated with the Google Tax.Feature
CES 2018: The biggest news and hottest products we expect at the show
CES 2018 opens next week, showcasing everything that beeps, buzzes, or talks; and is artificially intelligent or at least somewhat smart. Here's what we can't wait to see in Las Vegas.Feature
Google 2017 in review: Hits, misses, and WTF moments
From the Pixel phones to Assistant, Google was everywhere in 2017. But it wasn't all great. We take a look at Google's step, stumbles, and serious falls over the past 12 months.News
Amazon is selling the Acer Chromebook 14 for its lowest price yet
For $250, you can pick up a gold Acer Chromebook 14 with a 1080p display.
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Amazon’s Echo Show has dropped in price by $80
Right now, you can get Amazon's touchscreen Echo for its lowest price yet.News
Best Buy is selling two Google Home speakers for the price of one today
You can get two Google Home smart speakers for $130.News
Google’s new data-tracking app could save money on your mobile bill
Google has launched a new app called Datally in the Play Store, and it's designed to do one thing: track apps that are gobbling up your data.Updated
Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL: Everything you need to know about Google’s new flagships
The follow-up to Google's flagship Pixel phone brings major changes. Here's what's different and not so different between the two phones.News
Google Assistant gets fun with 50 new family games, activities, and stories
Google is rolling out a few dozen games, activities, and stories for Google Assistant—and kids can get in on the fun too.News
Meijer is selling the Chromecast Ultra today for $35
If you live in one of the six states that has Meijer stores, you can pick up the Chromecast Ultra for nearly half price right now.News Analysis
Google Pixelbook: Pen support and phone tethering could seal the Chrome OS deal
Before you do a spit-take at the thought of a $999 Chromebook, check out all the innovation Google has brought to its Pixelbook.News Analysis
Pixel 2 XL hands on: 5 reasons why you’ll want Google’s $849 superphone
Google says the Pixel 2 XL is designed to be "radically helpful." So let's dig into Google Lens, Portrait Mode, and other upgrades that make the Pixel flagship phone better than ever.Feature
Google Pixel 2 XL vs. iPhone X vs. Note 8: Phablet spec showdown
The three hottest phones from Google, Samsung, and Apple have some of the best specs around. But which one has the edge?News
Everything Google revealed: Pixel 2, Pixelbook, Google Home Max, and more
Google revealed all sorts of hardware at its Pixel 2 event, but software was quietly the star of the show.News
Google’s $159 Pixel Buds wireless earbuds can help you speak a language you don’t know
Google launched its Google Pixel Buds Bluetooth earbuds on Wednesday as an accessory for its Google Pixel 2 phone. The secret sauce? Wireless translation.News
The Pixelbook comes home, jumping headlong into Google’s ecosystem
The Pixelbook is the first Chromebook to jump headlong into Google's ecosystem, with ties to Google Assistant and the Google Play Store, among other integrations. It's also a progressive design: thin and powerful, with a 360-degree hinge and pen support.News
Google’s tweaked Daydream View VR headset doubles down on virtual tourism
The new Daydream View headset doesn't change much on the hardware side, but exclusive VR software is coming.News
What Groove users need to do now that Microsoft is killing Groove Music Pass
Microsoft is ending its Groove Music Pass service, discontinuing the music streaming service in favor of Spotify.News
Windows 10 Story Remix’s 3D effects roll out to Insiders ahead of the Fall Creators Update
Windows 10's Story Remix promises to add awesome 3D effects to your videos. It's rolling out to Insider beta testers and should be available in the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update.Feature
How to use Google’s Family Link monitoring app
Family Link is easy to set up and offers a powerful set of tools and safeguards for easing your kids into a dangerous online world.News
Google buys 2,000 HTC employees for $1.1 billion to get instant smartphone chops
Google isn't buying HTC outright, but it's scooping up the engineering talent behind the Pixel phones for $1.1 billion.News Analysis