Chrome can now use Android’s default password provider instead of Google’s
Chrome can now use Android’s default password provider instead of Google’s – By Dallas Thomas Android Police
Chrome for Android now supports non-Google password managers to fill in passwords, improving user experience and personalization options. A hidden setting in Chrome allows users to choose their system-wide password manager for autofill, reducing reliance on Google’s manager.
Google Chrome finally rolls out a powerful way to block phishing attempts
Google Chrome finally rolls out a powerful way to block phishing attempts – By Jay Bonggolto Android Central
Google announced today that it has beefed up security for the Standard protection mode in Chrome’s Safe Browsing feature. Now, everyone gets real-time protection against phishing and malware attacks.
How to Use Wi-Fi Calling for Calls and Texts Without Cellular Service
How to Use Wi-Fi Calling for Calls and Texts Without Cellular Service – By See full CNET
Even though wireless carriers often tout their beefy nationwide 5G networks, outages can and do happen. AT&T’s recent outage was widespread enough that the carrier advised its customers to make use of Wi-Fi calling as a backup — which is a feature that Verizon and AT&T both offer to their subscribers.
4 Things You Didn’t Realize The Google Photos Android App Can Do
4 Things You Didn’t Realize The Google Photos Android App Can Do – By Damir Mujezinovic SlashGear
A powerful image recognition technology called Google Lens is integrated into the Android Google Photos app. With Google Lens, you can scan bar codes, identify objects, and translate text. So, if you’re wondering if the tree you photographed a couple of weeks ago is an oak or a maple, you can find out within seconds.
– This Chromebook trackpad shortcut is definitely not new, but is blowing my mind
This Chromebook trackpad shortcut is definitely not new, but is blowing my mind – By Robby Payne chromeunboxed.com
It’s just not true that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. When it comes to Chromebooks and ChromeOS, I’m nearly as old of a dog as there is, and today I learned a new trackpad shortcut that I’m sure has been around for quite some time. As a matter of fact, the more I look, the more I’m convinced that this feature may have been around as early as 2016, but I’m not completely certain of that.
How to Decide Between a Chromebook and a ‘Real’ Laptop
How to Decide Between a Chromebook and a ‘Real’ Laptop – By Joshua Hawkins Lifehacker
When Chromebooks were first released in 2011, they didn’t offer anywhere near the same capabilities that they do now—as Google continues to improve upon the Chromebook formula, they’re becoming more and more capable machines. But sometimes a Chromebook just isn’t going to cut it. Here’s everything you need to know to determine which portable computer system will work best for you.
How to turn off your Chromebook’s touchscreen
How to turn off your Chromebook’s touchscreen – By Zach Gray-Traverso Android Police
Chromebooks have matured from a glorified web browser to a full-fledged operating system. Part of this maturity is the addition of premium features, like SSDs, stylus support, and high-resolution touchscreens.
Use virtual card numbers to pay online or in apps
Use virtual card numbers to pay online or in apps – By Google
When you save a credit or debit card to your Google Account, you may be able to turn on a virtual card number. Virtual card numbers can be shared with merchants for online or in-app transactions to keep your actual card number info more secure.
Google’s Pixel is the only phone to do fingerprint and face unlock the right way
Google’s Pixel is the only phone to do fingerprint and face unlock the right way – By Ben Schoon 9to5Google
Biometrics have made it way more conveinent to unlock our smartphones, but there’s a debate on if face, or fingerprint unlock is the better solution. Many Android brands have taken the approach of “why not both,” adding both face and fingerprint unlock to their devices, but Google’s Pixel is the only one that’s done it correctly.
How to Fix an Android Phone That Says “Emergency Calls Only”
How to Fix an Android Phone That Says “Emergency Calls Only” – By Joe Fedewa How-To Geek
You may occasionally see a somewhat cryptic message in the status bar of your Android device that says “Emergency Calls Only.” This message sounds concerning, but it’s probably not a big deal. There are a number of common causes and easy fixes you can try.
Gboard is picking up a neat camera trick that lets you ‘Scan Text’
Gboard is picking up a neat camera trick that lets you ‘Scan Text’ – By Nickolas Diaz Android Central
Google’s Gboard is reportedly rolling out a new feature to users that brings some camera work to their keyboards.
Quick Share rolling out to Chromebooks
Quick Share rolling out to Chromebooks, ChromeOS 121 redesigns media controls – By Abner Li 9to5Google
As Google’s rebrand of Nearby Share continues, we’re now seeing Quick Share appear on Chromebooks.
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– Is Google Fi Still a Good Deal in 2024?
Is Google Fi Still a Good Deal in 2024? – By Joe Fedewa How-To Geek
I’ve been a Google Fi customer for a long time, and I like the service a lot. It’s simple to make plan changes, easy to activate on new phones, generally reliable, and affordable. However, it’s that last point that I’m increasingly unsure about. With so many MVNO options, is Google Fi still worth it?
Gboard rolling out ‘Scan Text’ OCR tool on Android
Gboard rolling out ‘Scan Text’ OCR tool on Android – By Abner Li 9to5Google
Gboard for Android is beginning to roll out a rather nifty “Scan Text” optical character recognition (OCR) tool.
Google Chrome 122 Now Available: Here’s What’s New
Google Chrome 122 Now Available: Here’s What’s New – By Corbin Davenport How-To Geek
Google releases new Chrome updates every four weeks, and right on schedule, Chrome 122 will start rolling out today. It includes a new writing assistant feature, changes to Safe Browsing, and more.