Unless you have a huge monitor, you have probably experienced a tab overload while working on your browser. This happens to me often, whether I am working or doing research. Once a certain amount of open tabs is reached, they start stacking up. Soon one is left with a cluster of tabs, with unrecognizable titles […]
Category: Tech
Google IO attendees get a free Samsung Chromebox today!
There no such thing as too many freebies. Yesterday, Google IO attendees were blessed by Google with a Nexus 7 tablet, a Galaxy Nexus and a Nexus Q. That is about $850 worth of products. But if some of you, IO attendees, were not happy already, maybe the addition of a Samsung Chromebox will be […]
Chromebooks now available in 100 Best Buy stores – Finally!
One of the main reasons for the Chromebook’s lack-lusting sales is its minuscule availability. This is something that will be changing today, though. As of today, Chromebooks will be available at 100 Best Buy retail locations. This vastly improves the general consumer’s reach to these devices, allowing users to see them, test them, and more […]
Google Drive released for Chrome OS (and iOS)
Chrome OS users have been waiting for a good way to use Google Drive, and we finally have it. Google has just announced that an official Google Drive client will also be available for Chrome OS and iOS. These are added to a long list that includes Windows, Mac and Android. With that, we are […]
Google shares the goodies, releases Chrome for iPhone and iPad
We are live at Google IO’s 2nd day keynote, wondering just what Google could do to surprise us at this point. Chrome just went out of Beta, and yesterday’s keynote was epic. But that doesn’t mean we can’t have some goodies today. In fact, we have great news for iOS users. Today, Google releases Chrome […]
Are Chromebooks the answer for the modern classroom?
Advancements in technology and communication have changed the route of the education system. Students are presented with a vast universe of resources from the comfort of a single screen, and trips to the library have become almost irrelevant for new generations. But the main source of this phenomena hasn’t exactly been hardware, but what is […]
Google Chrome getting ready for the new Macbook Pro with Retina Display
The new Macbook Pro with Retina Display has just been announced by Apple. It starts at $2200, but we know many of you will be getting it. Though the whopping 2880x1800p screen will surely be beautiful, many programs have to be optimized for it to look its best in such a pixel-dense display. If you […]
Any.Do brings one of the best to-do list apps to Chrome
Any.Do is arguably the best to-do list app for Android devices. Its clean design and simple interface made it a hit in the Google Play Store. And after gaining its good share of popularity in Google’s mobile OS, the developer has decided to spread its wings for other platforms. The Any.Do extension was made available […]
PanicButton lets you hide all your naughty sites while at work… or anywhere
We know you check your Facebook in the office! I am always wondering about the internet when I find a friend or family member online. What is the first thing they say? “I may have to suddenly stop talking, as I am in the office.” Naughty you! Lucky for you, there are developers out there […]
Samsung announces Series 5 550 Chromebook and the first Chromebox
If what you want is speed, portability, battery life and convenience, then a Chrom OS device is the right fit for you. If you still haven’t gotten your hands on one of these bad boys, though, you might want to check out the new Chromebook and Chromebox (first of its kind) that Samsung has just […]
Awesome New Tab Page extension: Re-design your new tabs with a Metro UI style
Google users tend to have a preference for the Search Giant’s “beautifully simple” designs. That does not mean that we can not add some spice to our experience, though. There are many ways to make the Chrome UI look good, and this extension is just one of them. Awesome New Tab Page allows Chrome users […]
Fastest Chrome extension: Why surf the web when you can fly through it?
Fastest Chrome is easily one of the most helpful extensions I have used in a long time. It is definitely a must for anyone that works from a computer, or for those that want a faster and more convenient Chrome experience. But how exactly does Fastest Chrome make your browsing faster? This extension offers a […]
Bing Wallpaper for Google Homepage extension: We can now have the only thing we envy about Bing
Google is hands down the most popular and helpful search engine one can find online. There is one thing that seldom drives us to go to its main competitor, though. Bing features some of the best photography in the world, displaying a different image daily, right on its homepage. And thanks to the Power of […]
Chrome introduces tab syncing across devices – It is Chrome to Phone on steroids
Ever had to leave the house and wanted to continue viewing a website? Chrome to Phone has done a great job at letting us do that conveniently, without having to search for something all over. Google is always looking for better ways to use the internet, though, and today it has introduced a great new […]
Shortcuts for Google extension: All your Google services within the click of a button
Google fans are probably taking advantage of many of the services the Search Giant offers. Why not? Most of them are free (or very affordable) quality services. And while the Google bar is very helpful, sometimes one just needs a bit more functionality. If that is the case, Shortcuts for Google is a great way […]
The convenience of playing games in the cloud
Gamers probably spend much of their time playing on their mobile devices. Sure, the experience is far from reaching console-quality, but it is a convenient getaway in between bus rides and lunch breaks. We have found a major issue with mobile gaming, though, one that is actually quite annoying. Game progress is saved locally in […]
How to fix the Google+ re-designed look (white space removers)
A large amount of Google+ users were ready to bring out their torches and pitchforks as soon as the latest re-design was rolled out. The reason being that the new UI seems much more confusing. But another common argument is that the new design wastes too much space (white space). If you want to fix […]
Chrome for Android soon to come out of beta
After many requests, desperate cries and prayers, Google finally decided to release Chrome for Android. Users have been loving the Search Giant’s browser on their mobile devices since then. The product is still in beta, though, and recent reports are stating that the testing period will be over soon. Senior VP of Chrome and Apps […]
A quick comparison between Google Drive Picasa and Flickr
Google Drive has been announced and people are wondering if it’s the best option for them. If you’re into photography you might be wondering what Google Drive and Picasa can offer over Flickr. We’ve created the chart above with some comparisons of key features such as price and storage size. As you can see Flickr […]
How To: Using Google Drive [Video]
Google Drive was just announced a few minutes ago, and you’re probably wondering how the heck to use this new thing. Google has uploaded an informational video about what you can do with Google Drive, and how to use it. Google Docs is built right in to Drive, so using that should be very familiar […]
Google Drive Officially Announced [Video]
Finally! After months of speculation, rumors, and leaks, Google Drive is officially available. It’s exactly as you would expect from a cloud storage service. Signing up will get you 5GB for free. After that it’s $2.50 per month for 25GB, $5 per month for 500GB, and $50 per month for a whopping 1TB. If you choose […]
Chrome for Android Updated, Adds User Requested Features
Chrome for Android Beta has just recieved a nice update that makes it a little less beta-y. One of the things a lot of users have been requesting is “request desktop site” like the stock ICS browser has. Thankfully Google has listened and added this in the new update. Other new features include being able […]
Google Streamlines Chrome OS Interface to Look Much Better
One of the many complaints lodged at the original launch of Chrome OS was that it looked too much like Chrome the browser. Of course, that’s the point since the operating system is designed to be used entirely online with minimal offline function, but it seems Google has taken notice of these complaints and has […]
Sony Working on a VAIO Chromebook, Possibly ARM Powered
New Chromebooks are few and far between, so when a Sony VAIO laptop with Chrome OS passed through the FCC our eyes lit up. This new Chromebook from Sony has a 11.6″ display, WiFi, Bluetooth, USB ports, HDMI, and an SD card slot. Unfortuneately that’s about all we know from the FCC filing. There is […]
Chrome Becomes Most Popular Browser…for One Day
In the browser wars there are two very good competitors, and one giant leader. The leader is of course Internet Explorer, and the competitors are Chrome and Firefox. In recent times Chrome has surpassed Firefox to take over second place, but passing IE has eluded the team from Google. That is until last Sunday when […]