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Kif Leswing Aug 25, 2014 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Blog Post

Retina revisited: Why LG says you hold your smartphone eight inches from your face

As QHD-resolution displays become more common, the question becomes when the increased resolution becomes indistinguishable. An LG engineer said it designs its displays to be used at 8-10 inches, which is closer than the 12-inch distance previously commonly used to define a "retina" display.…

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Mobile
Kevin C. Tofel Jan 22, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Google improves the virtual keyboard in Chrome, but why?

Google has been working on a software keyboard in Chrome OS for nearly a year. And it keeps getting better: the latest improvements allow you to lock the keyboard in place on screen. But what device is this for? I have an idea.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Oct 6, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

Move over Pixel: Another touchscreen Chromebook may be in the works

Looking for a touchscreen Chromebook but don't want the $1.299 price tag of a Pixel? The upcoming Acer C720 may have you covered based on reports of a touchscreen option.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Aug 13, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

4 new features in Chrome OS that improve the desktop experience

The latest Developer channel update for Chrome OS offers a number of improvements that brings the operating system closer to traditional desktop platforms. Touch enabled drag-and-drop, better channel switching, and a way to see all open windows with a single key click are here.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Jul 31, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

GigaOM Chrome Show: Chromecasting and torrenting from the Pixel

This week's audio podcast is all about the Chromecast: What it is, what it runs and some tips on how to best use it. And our app of the week could help you get some content to 'cast if you use BitTorrent.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Jul 17, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

GigaOM Chrome Show: Chromebooks v. Netbooks and integrated phone notifications

Can you get phone notifications in the Chrome browser? Sure, if you use Android and our Chrome extension of the week! Plus a chat about Haswell-powered pixels and why Chromebooks aren't Netbooks 2.0.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Jun 26, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

GigaOM Chrome Show: New photos app, Gameboy in browser and better search history

Photo import and backup gets easier with a new app for the Pixel while buying a mid-range Chromebook gets a bit harder. Our extension of the week provides better search history and we share a fix for screenshot errors on this week's Chrome podcast.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Jun 25, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

Google+ Photos app for Chromebook Pixel makes it easy to import, backup and share photos

Pixel owners can now plug in an SD card or camera full of photos to their laptop for auto-upload and backup to Google+. The new app, shown in February, launches today and Google is planning for it on other Chromebooks in the future.…

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Mobile, Technology
Chris Albrecht Mar 3, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

ICYMI: No WFH for you, Yahoo! Pixel’s pinch secrets and Internet things!

Catch up with our weekly podcasts as we talk about the pros and cons of telecommuting, a router with a touchscreen and Chromebook Pixel!…

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Technology
Rani Molla Feb 27, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

How free online storage got to be so ubiquitous [infographic]

Remember when your email was capped at 2 MB? It wasn't that long ago.…

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Technology
Chris Albrecht Feb 22, 2013 (Jun 9, 2020) -- Blog Post

Podcast: PlayStation Snore? Google’s Pixel, and were Tesla’s earnings electric?

Did the lack of hardware matter at the Sony event? Will people pay a premium for a Pixel? And will Tesla's earnings shock you? Find out!…

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