Google Glass Update: Helpful or Privacy Issue?

Anupdate to Glasswill allow Google Meet to run on the Glass and enable live chat. But the ability to surveil workers through Glass raises privacy issues, observers say. Remote Work Gets a Boost Using Meet on Google Glass could be a game-changer, experts say. Brooks Kraft / Corbis News / Getty Images “Work can become very abstract, and problem-solving can be conducted anywhere through AR and VR.” What Workplace Boundaries? And dont forget to leave your Google Glasses at home when youre off work, experts say....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 181 words · Sara Burns

Google Halts Chromebook Update, Causing More Problems

Unfortunately, rolling back to a previous version (91.0.4472.114) has created a new problem. As reported byChrome Unboxed, this change has broken the Linux container and will prevent attempts at installing Linux. Google It seems the issue is tied to the version update process, itself. Google Google

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 46 words · Mr. John Alexander

Google Home Users: Here's the Best Way to Unlink Devices Quickly

Tap thesettings/gearicon at the top. Can’t bring up the unit’s prefs? Double-check that the machine is plugged in and online. Dan Farrell / Unsplash SelectRemove deviceand then confirm the removal by choosingRemove. How Do I Unlink a gear From Google Home? opt for machine you want to remove from Google Home. All connected devices are listed in theDevicestab. Select thesettings/gearicon at the top, then chooseUnlink[unit name]. Confirm you want to remove the gadget from this manufacturer by tappingUnlink....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 264 words · Elizabeth Mccullough

Google I/O 2025: Dates, Rumors, News, and Everything Else To Know

I/O stands for ‘input/output,’ a classic computing term referencing communication between a computer and the outside world. What Are the Dates for Google I/O? Google I/O 2025 is scheduled for May 20-21. Google How to Register and Attend The event is free and open to all. you might register with your Google account atthe official Google I/O website. Use the Google I/O 2025 website to stream the event or catch it onGoogle’s YouTube channel....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · Gloria Dillon

Google I/O: 10 New Updates Heading to Your Android Devices

If that theft motion is detected, your phone will lock down and keep your data safe. The company is careful to note that this system won’t collect any personal data while working, either. Android ecosystem illustration with Android TV, Wear OS, ChromeOs.Google Theft protection screen on Android.Google Unsafe app found - Google Play Protect notification.Google

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 55 words · Katie Rodriguez

Google iMessage Reactions Really Aren’t a Big Deal

Now, Google’s Messages app will do what Apple won’t and translate iMessage tapbacks into emojis. Google Translates This feature concerns’tapbacks.' iMessage users can long-press on a message and apply a quick emoji-style reaction. Tom Werner / Getty Images They can heart the message, add a thumbs up or down, and so on. But these only work with iMessage. The Android user will get a text description of the tapback. Apple...

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · Douglas Fernandez

Google Is Ending Support for OnHub Routers Next Year

Google initially launched its OnHub routers in 2015. Now, the company has announced that software support for OnHub routers will end in 2022. Google also alerted OnHub customers via email, according toAndroid Police. Google / TP-Link On top of ending software support, OnHub routers will no longer be manageable via the Google Home app. New security vulnerabilities continue to pop up, so Google recommendsupgrading to a new wireless routeras soon as possible....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Kari Barrett PhD

Google Is Working on Removing “Hey Google” for Certain Phrases

However, Google hasnt officially confirmed the feature or when it will be more broadly available to the public. Getty Images/monkeybusinessimages

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 20 words · Kristi Andrews

Google Isn’t Done Tracking You Yet, Experts Say

“That being said, Google can track you through a number of ways on any of its services. It still records your search queries, location, and YouTube watch history, for example.” Advertisers also use this information to specifically target you for certain products. Matt Cardy / Getty Images However, the changes the company is promising will make your data more private. Its a welcome move, and one that Google was falling behind on....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Erika Pearson

Google Launches Chromebook Repair Program for US Schools

The Chromebook repair program website is available now for US-based schools and offers information on bothAcerandLenovoproducts. Google

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 17 words · Heather Mullins

Google Launches New Premium Features on YouTube

YouTube Premium offers ad-free access to its catalog, including YouTube Originals and more. The company is extending its 1080p access to more people, too. Now that feature will show up on smart TVs and tablets, beyond the original web and smartphone rollout. Google

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 43 words · Michael Anderson

Google Launches New Wired Nest Camera and Nest Camera With Floodlight

One is a budget-friendly wired option, while the other is an outdoor security camera with a floodlight. The devices are part of a major refresh for the Nest lineGoogle announced earlier this year. The company released an indoor/outdoor battery-powered Nest camera in August, along with a battery-powered Nest doorbell. Google They were the first Nest products to come out since the Hello doorbell in 2018. Google says the camera has “10 times more machine learning power” than the previous Nest generation devices....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 82 words · Willie Gibson

Google Launches Tangi, a New Video App for Crafty DIYers

It’s currently in beta. This one, however, is all about sharing your knowledge in 60-second do it yourself-style videos. you’ve got the option to alsoaccess Tangi on its website. ​ Not all videos are created equal. That said, you’re able to share video or photo responses to the different crafts. I was able to share a photo of a crocheted item for a simple single crochet Tangi video.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Bobby Gomez