Weekly Issue: 2025-10

People are struggling to use their Chromecast today and no one knows why.

The March Pixel Feature Drop has brought a ton of new features! One of which is an expansion of Android’s Find My Device network, moving beyond tracking down your gadgets to now include real-time people sharing.

Most Google apps let your quickly switch between personal and work Google accounts. Chrome doesn’t.

The government is still pushing to make Google sell Chrome.

Google has made a subtle but useful change to Gemini by rebranding “Gemini Extensions” to “Gemini Apps.” This shift, already showing up in the latest beta version of the Google app (version 16.8.31.sa.

We’ve talked about this before, but there’s no getting around the fact that the introduction of Chromebook Showcases (which started in the fall of 2023 with the launch of Chromebook Plus) hosted by Google have made the late winter and spring months a very rough time for those who are looking forward to new Chromebook…

Chrome OS 134 is going to bring better battery health management to Chromebooks.

The Pixel Watch 3 has officially gained FDA approval for loss of pulse detection, a first-of-its-kind feature that enables the watch to recognize when its wearer’s heart stops beating.

Chrome’s dominance in the browser market is only growing, and Google continues to leverage that position to strengthen its enterprise offerings. With the rise of web-based workflows across many organizations, the browser has become a critical tool for businesses.

When you spot “about:blank” in your browser’s address bar, it’s just an empty page that’s part of your web browser. Browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge, and even Internet Explorer have this feature.

I enjoy playing Wordle, though I’m not very skilled at it. I wasn’t excited when The New York Times took over the game. However, I understood why they wanted it and why the creator chose to step away from its sudden popularity.

Xinput1_3.dll errors happen because of a problem with Microsoft DirectX. That software package includes the xinput1_3 DLL file. These errors usually appear when running Windows games or graphics-heavy programs. Restarting the system can often fix the issue. If that does not help, try five other solutions. Fixing Xinput1_3.

Yes, we needed to lose the Chromecast for it, but the Google TV Streamer is a terrific replacement.

It should be pretty well known at this point that the arrival of the Android kernel to Chrome OS is on the way; and with it, a unique opportunity presents itself. It’s no secret that the Chrome OS tablet experience hasn’t been updated in any substantial way in years.

The Dev channel has been updated to 136.0.7052.2 for Windows, Mac and Linux.A partial list of changes is available in the Git log. Interested in switching release channels? Find out how. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.

AI Hypercomputer is a fully integrated supercomputing architecture for AI workloads – and it’s easier to use than you think. In this blog, we break down four common use cases, including reference architectures and tutorials, representing just a few of the many ways you can use AI Hypercomputer today.

Let’s be honest, Google Meet’s initial attempts at AI-generated backgrounds were a bit of a dud. The promise of custom virtual environments sounded great, but ultimately fell short, leaving us with lackluster images that often felt less than immersive.

As we approach the anticipated launch of Google’s Pixel 9a at some point this month, a fresh wave of leaks has surfaced, providing a clearer picture of what to expect from the latest mid-range Pixel phone.

As a part of the Gboard Beta program, I recently opened up my keyboard on the Pixel 9 Pro XL to find a new setting that not only looked odd, but functionally stinks in every way: severely rounded keys.

Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 136 (136.0.7052.0) for Android. It’s now available on Google Play.You can see a partial list of the changes in the Git log. For details on new features, check out the Chromium blog, and for details on web platform updates, check here.

Slack is a powerful tool for collaborative chatting among co-workers, as well as brainstorming, task management, and more. By adding certain third-party apps to your Slack workspace, you can also collaborate on documents that are stored in your cloud accounts, such as Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, or Box.

When you hear the word “drone,” what comes to mind? Most people think of fun consumer recreational copters that capture incredible video from the sky. Others think of military drones that spy on battlefields and drop bombs. It’s true that drones are transforming photography and war.

The YouTube app for the larger screen is reportedly undergoing a significant overhaul to more prominently feature paid content offerings.

Google on Thursday unveiled new security controls for Chrome Enterprise, allowing IT departments to help employees better distinguish between work and personal browsing profiles.

Google on Thursday unveiled new security controls for Chrome Enterprise, allowing IT departments to help employees better distinguish between work and personal browsing profiles.

Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter have remained popular for years. However, new competitors still enter the market and gain attention. In 2022, technology continues to advance, driving more creativity and innovation. TikTok has quickly gained popularity as a newer platform. The guide below explains how to use it on a Chromebook.

Issues with openal32.dll happen when the file gets deleted or damaged. Sometimes, these errors come from registry issues, viruses, malware, or hardware failure. Any software or system using this file on Microsoft’s operating systems, from Windows 2000 to Windows 11, might show the openal32.dll error message. Fixing openal32.

The EMP.dll file is a Dynamic Link Library (DLL) used by the game or related software. DLL files store code, data, and resources; multiple programs can access them simultaneously. These files help run specific functions in software. While playing Hogwarts Legacy, you might see an error saying the EMP.

A new LTC version 132.0.6834.211 (Platform Version: 16093.93.0), is being rolled out for most ChromeOS devices. If you have devices in the LTC channel, they will be updated to this version. The LTS channel remains on LTS-126 until April 8th, 2025.

Google LLC today rolled out new enhancements to Chrome Enterprise, the enterprise version of its Chrome browser, that are designed to provide clearer separation between work and personal browsing, along with stronger protections for unmanaged devices.

Google LLC today rolled out new enhancements to Chrome Enterprise, the enterprise version of its Chrome browser, that are designed to provide clearer separation between work and personal browsing, along with stronger protections for unmanaged devices.

Interface changes arrive to better separate users’ work and play lives Google Chrome Enterprise is rolling out browser changes designed to separate people’s professional and personal activities, in addition to management enhancements.…

Interface changes arrive to better separate users’ work and play lives Google Chrome Enterprise is rolling out browser changes designed to separate people’s professional and personal activities, in addition to management enhancements.…

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With the rise of retro-gaming nostalgia, many gamers turn to ROMs to relive classic gaming experiences. However, one crucial question remains: Are ROM sites legal? Before downloading, it’s essential to understand the legal and ethical implications surrounding ROMs and emulators. What Are ROMs and Emulators?