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9 Google Maps Gestures Every Driver Should Know

9 Google Maps Gestures Every Driver Should Know – howtogeek.com
Most drivers probably don’t realize they’re missing out on some of the best features of Google Maps. Below that simple surface, though, is a lot of intuitive gestures and features designed to make driving safer, less stressful, and a lot smoother. These are simple, easily accessible interactions built right into the app’s core to make your time behind the wheel secure and seamless.

Google Maps Just Got a Big Safety Upgrade

Google Maps Just Got a Big Safety Upgrade – howtogeek.com
A lot of Google Maps’ usefulness comes from its crowdsourced nature—Google provides the actual map, but users provide info on traffic jams and any possible accidents. Now, it just got a lot easier to report an issue while you’re driving. And it’s something that could greatly improve your next drive.

Don’t Buy an Android Tracker Without This Essential Feature

Don’t Buy an Android Tracker Without This Essential Feature – howtogeek.com
We’ve all had that moment of panic when our keys or wallet seemingly disappears into the abyss. If you’re thinking one of those small item trackers is the answer, you’re on the right track, but there’s one important feature you should make sure it has. You could miss out on the real magic that makes these gadgets worth owning.

– ChromeOS 141 rolls out

ChromeOS 141 rolls out with a new battery health feature, but a few key devices are still waiting for it – chromeunboxed.com

ChromeOS 141 is rolling out now and we might have a new way to collect release notes along with it. I don’t know how long Google’s been pushing update notes to the Chrome Enterprise and Education site, but I really like how they are laying these out now. It’s simple and easy to see what’s new in a list sort of form, though unfortunately that list is quite short this time around.

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) unboxing: wildly-affordable powerhouse with a 512GB SSD – chromeunboxed.com

Acer has a knack for quietly releasing some truly compelling Chromebooks, especially in the mid-range. A while back, they dropped an impressive Chromebook Plus 514 that really stood out, thanks to its generous 512GB storage. Now, they’re back with a refreshed version of that same device, and it looks like a very worthy successor that comes packed with great specs and an incredibly aggressive price tag – currently sitting at just $249.

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 14” at Costco

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