The best Google Home tips, tricks, and Easter eggs
Digital Trends
JANUARY 28, 2021
What can you do with Google Home? Here are tips to help you make the most of your smart speaker or display.
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Digital Trends
JANUARY 28, 2021
What can you do with Google Home? Here are tips to help you make the most of your smart speaker or display.
Digital Trends
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
Want to become a master of Google Meet? We've got all the tips, tricks, and shortcuts you need to know.
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VRScout
MAY 7, 2019
Google focuses on practical AR functionality at its annual developer conference. Google’s annual I/O Developer Conference kicked off earlier this morning at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, CA with a two-hour keynote highlighting a wide range of updates to their lineup of proprietary mobile software.
The Ghost Howls
MAY 16, 2022
Image by Google). Google performs interesting AR news at I/O conference. At Google I/O, no executive of the company has talked about the M-word, but they have anyway showed interesting AR updates, which will be relevant for our future M-world. Another cool announcement has been the one of Immersive View for Google Maps.
VRScout
MAY 28, 2019
While VR technology may have been absent at this year’s I/O Developer Conference in Mountain View, California, Google did reveal several AR and machine learning-based updates coming soon to Google Lens. Image Credit: Google. Image Credit: Google. Of course, the update does much more than translate.
VRScout
AUGUST 27, 2019
This past May during the 2019 I/O Developer Conference, Google unveiled several new features heading to their Google Search and Lens applications. So I got google lens working in VR pic.twitter.com/rFCS7nUgbx — Phasedragon (@Phasedragoon) August 22, 2019. Hanging out with @VRDesignGuy translating all the things!
AR Insider
JUNE 3, 2020
With Poly, Google offers a large library of simplified (low number of polygons) 3D models to choose from, while Sketchfab for example has established itself as perhaps the leading provider of prefabricated 3D models made available for free or for varying license fees by its community. Andy Gstoll is CEO of Mixed Reality I/O.
Slashgear
MAY 25, 2022
A new anonymous tip suggests that Google leadership has seen an early iteration of the fabled Pixel Fold and decided to delay the release of the foldable.
GizModo VR
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Now that you’ve snagged a shiny new Google Pixel 6 or Google Pixel 6 Pro, it’s time to figure out how to make the most of it. These new flagship phones come packed with new features from Google, especially in the AI and camera departments. Here are some tips and tricks that new Pixel 6 owners should start using ASAP.
Digital Trends
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
We've put together a list of our favorite tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your Chromecast.
GizModo VR
AUGUST 25, 2021
Now that Google has killed Google Hangouts and is moving everyone over to its new messaging app, Google Chat , you might be wondering where certain features are and what’s new. We’ve got you covered. Read more.
VRScout
NOVEMBER 30, 2017
Google Daydream will provide organizations with VR training and equipment rentals. That’s why Google is launching a new program dubbed Daydream Impact , with the hope of helping organizations and creators utilize virtual reality to take their programs to the next level.
GizModo VR
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
Google Messages is now the default messaging and texting app for both Pixel handsets and Samsung phones , and it’s also available as a free download for anyone else with an Android device. If you’ve been using Android for awhile, there’s a good chance you rely on Google Messages. While it might seem like a basic… Read more.
GizModo VR
JANUARY 21, 2022
Rumors surrounding Google’s forthcoming Pixel smartwatch have been circulating for more than a year, and while we know some details about the product, a specific release date hasn’t even been speculated. Read more.
XR Today - Augmented Reality tag
JANUARY 11, 2024
This week, reports revealed that Google is laying off a significant portion of its 1P AR hardware team, casting doubts upon its in-house XR product portfolio. In a statement, Google announced: A few hundred roles are being eliminated in DSPA, with the majority of impacts on the 1P AR Hardware team.
Digital Trends
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
Even those at home can become pros at videoconferencing using these simple tips. Videoconferencing isn't limited to corporate conference rooms anymore.
VRScout
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Google Lens brings your Pixel 4 retail box to life. To celebrate the launch of its latest Pixel phone and reaffirm its commitment to AR, Google has hidden a secret AR advertisement on the retail box of the Pixel 4 that, when scanned using Google Lens, unlocks a unique 2D animation complete with a message welcoming you to #teampixel.
Digital Trends
JULY 10, 2020
If you’re hunting for some Pixel 3 and Pixel 3a tips to get more from your phone, you’ll find them right here.
The Ghost Howls
JANUARY 24, 2022
Image by Google). Project Iris is the codename of Google’s AR glasses. According to a report on The Verge, Google is working on AR glasses. The operating system should be Android, but it seems that Google is also building an operating system specific for XR. Thanks Marco Giammetti for the tip). What about yours?
Digital Trends
JUNE 23, 2020
For newbies to mapping masters, we have numerous tips and tricks for using Google Maps to your best advantage.
The Ghost Howls
MARCH 22, 2022
It was even featured on Google News. Image by Google). Google acquires micro-LED startup Raxium. This week Google has performed another strategic move towards the development of its future XR glasses. The post The XR Week Peek (2022.03.22): Quest to feature new parental control tools, Google acquires Raxium, and more!
Mashable VR
JUNE 14, 2022
With this in mind, Google has activated a new feature on Maps that shows you the cost of toll roads on your trip. SEE ALSO: Simple Google Maps tips and tricks that everyone should know. India, Japan and Indonesia, and Google says more countries are coming "soon." It is now live on both Android and iOS devices.
Mashable VR
MARCH 31, 2022
On Thursday, Google announced its latest feature to take on the dissemination of fake news online: A new "highly cited" label. According to Google, this new label will show up on news stories that are frequently cited by other media outlets covering the same story. Credit: Google. An example of the highly cited label in action.
VRScout
AUGUST 15, 2022
As you make your way through the app, you will uncover different tips and tricks from official Cupixel artists as they guide you through step-by-step lessons available live or on-demand. The Cupixel app is available on Google Play and the Apple App Store for $12.99/month. Cupixel also offers a limited experience to users for free.
Digital Trends
OCTOBER 28, 2020
Here are the best Chromebook tips and tricks. Chromebooks are less web-ish thanks to Android, but there's still a learning curve coming from Windows and MacOS.
UploadVR Between Realities podcast
MAY 26, 2017
If you don’t know where to start then Google is here to help with Daydream Elements. It showcases six examples of tips and tricks for VR development, complete with the pros and cons for their use. Not everything works for everyone, and people will likely need to tinker with your experience to get something that works for them.
Road to VR
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Samsung has partnered with Google to make an XR headset, although the South Korean tech giant hasn’t tipped its hand on what to expect just yet. The answer may be Google, but only if it can commit. What we do know is the company is working with Google to provide software, and Qualcomm for its XR chip expertise.
GizModo VR
AUGUST 31, 2020
The FBI warned in a November 2019 bulletin that smart video doorbells, such as Amazon’s Ring or Google’s Nest Hello cameras, could tip off suspects that police are coming for them, according to a Monday report in the Intercept. Read more.
AUGray
MAY 22, 2023
In this blog post, we will discuss some innovative tips and tricks for generating leads in construction and mining equipment sales. Utilize platforms like Google Ads and social media channels to create targeted campaigns that align with the interests, demographics, and behaviors of your ideal buyers.
Digital Trends
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Google's specialized mapping app offers brilliant crowdsourced features - here are the tricks to take advantage of them all. Do you use Waze for navigation?
Digital Trends
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020
Experiencing problems or glitches with your Google Nest Mini smart speaker? Use our tips to troubleshoot.
VRScout
JUNE 19, 2019
Hot on the heels of their recent announcement regarding the introduction of 3D AR models to Google search results, the company revealed this week the arrival of AR Beauty Try-On, a new augmented reality-powered feature for the official YouTube app that allows users to try-on makeup as they watch their favorite beauty vloggers.
Digital Trends
SEPTEMBER 5, 2020
The Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL are packed with unique features. Here's how to get the most out of them.
Slashgear
OCTOBER 24, 2016
We heard rumor awhile ago that Google is working on a standalone virtual reality headset that’ll also serve as a platform for augmented reality applications. Joining that rumor is a new spat of sources claiming this standalone VR/AR headset will include eye-tracking technology.
VRScout
MARCH 6, 2021
Everything is managed through Epson’s Moverio Link app, available free on the Google Play Store. that supports Google Mobile Services (GMS). And this is just the tip of the iceberg for Epson and its lineup of AR devices. There have also been key improvements to weight distribution. Image Credit: Epson. Image Credit: Epson.
Digital Trends
MAY 8, 2022
These are the best Google Docs tricks to date for improving productivity. Create a Gmail draft, set up meeting notes, insert a drop-down list, and more.
Slashgear
MAY 13, 2016
The signs that Google is ramping up to take Android into virtual reality just keep piling up, with an announcement of Android VR looking set for next week.
VRScout
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
Augmedix for Google Glass // Credit: Augmedix. As you can see, there are plenty of fantastic uses for VR within the healthcare industry that already exist, but you can be sure that this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what is possible. Augmented Medical Records. Conclusion. Image Credit: FundamentalVR.
UploadVR Between Realities podcast
DECEMBER 22, 2016
The core experience that launched with the Google Daydream platform included four min-games: Tinder Town, Magic Mayhem, Tip N Tilt Racing , and Tiny Tee Golf. rating after 78 user reviews as of the time of this writing and over 10,000 installations is a great sign for both the company itself and Google’s budding new VR platform.
GizModo VR
MAY 6, 2022
People seeking abortions in America have had to contend with an absurd amount of digital surveillance since such technology became available. We’ve seen their search histories used to accuse them of murder, their phones targeted with anti-abortion rights ads, and websites created explicitly to snitch on them and the… Read more.
ARPost
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
Noticing the discrimination people face for being themselves, Google collaborated with Fundación Sergio Urrego to host the #Prideforeveryone movement—a virtual experience anyone can access. This is just the tip of the iceberg as to what is and will soon be possible using XR technologies. Guest Post.
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