Streaming
SEE STREAMING STORIES BY CATEGORY
Updated
Android 12, Google Workspace and 5 other big reveals from Google I/O
Here's the best of Google I/O 2021: Android 12, new additions to Google workspace, enhancements to Search and Photos, and more.
Reviews
Roku Express 4K+ review: The new budget streaming champ
At $40, Roku's new 4K streamer undercuts the competition without major compromises.
Updated
Fight Google’s data cap with a simple change to Google Photos
In June, 2021, new photos and movies saved to Google Photos and the cloud will count against the Google One data cap. Exceed it, and you'll be charged for storage or Google will delete your photos.
News
Google will automatically enroll users in two-factor authentication soon
Google will begin signing up Google account holders for two-factor authentication (2FA), provided that you've already given the service a secondary email or phone number.
News
Google overhauls Meet to thrust participants into the spotlight
Google Meet's user interface is adding features like autozoom, low-light enhancement, and video backgrounds.
Feature
How to see what Google knows about you, and delete it
Google, like many other big tech companies, knows a lot about you. Here's how to find all that data, and delete it.
Feature
Isn’t local storage better for password database security? | Ask an expert
Cloud-based password managers strike some as a potential risk, but how bad is the danger?
Reviews
GE Enlighten HD Antenna with Bias LED Lighting review: A Jack of two trades
It’s a clever idea, but it won’t work for everyone.
Reviews
Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) review: Alexa’s got her eye on you
The rotating screen on Amazon’s latest smart display is the big attraction, but there’s plenty more to like about this excellent smart home hub.
Reviews
Sonos Roam review: Now you really can take the exceptional Sonos sound anywhere
Small, lightweight, packed with great networking features plus your choice of Alexa or Google Assistant, the sweet-sounding Sonos Roam just became the portable smart speaker to beat.
News
Google Maps can now give you directions inside a mall or airport
Ever get lost in a mall, airport, stadium, or some other grand indoor location? Google on Tuesday revealed a new Maps feature to help you get around, along with several other new features for Android and iOS.
Reviews
Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) review: The new Nest Hub is a yawner, literally
The Nest Hub’s successor arrives with a virtually identical design, plus the ability to monitor your sleep without a wristband.
How-To
Chrome can now caption almost any video or audio
Chrome's new Live Caption is an excellent accessibility feature that adds closed captions to almost any video—online or offline.
News
Resident Evil Village is coming to Stadia, and Google will give you free hardware to play it
Google really wants you to give Stadia a whirl.
News
Google is working to solve the Chromebook’s support problem
Google is addressing the plight of older Chromebooks rendered useless when their support windows expire, working with vendors to develop hardware with long support cycles, and trying to push browser updates even after support window expires.
News
Google Chrome OS adds a Phone Hub, Nearby Share, and Tote files
Google's Chrome OS and Chromebooks are celebrating its tenth anniversary with the M85 Chrome OS release, which adds a Phone Hub, Nearby Share, Wi-Fi Sync and quick answers — many quite similar to WIndows.
Reviews
Razer Kiyo Pro review: One of the best webcams out there
Razer's new webcam improves on the original Kiyo in almost every way and becomes an easy recommendation—if you have the money.
News
Google Chrome will replace third-party cookies with tracking that’s less intrusive
Google Chrome won’t replace third-party cookies with alternative methods of tracking individuals in Chrome. The browser is moving toward tracking methods that aggregate users to protect their privacy.
Updated
Google Meet, Classroom changes will add muting, end meeting functions for kids
Google is adjusting its Google Meet and Google Classroom online learning platforms with new mute and end meeting features, an end to unlimited storage, and more.
Updated
How to use Snap Camera to transform yourself in Zoom, Skype, and Teams calls
Try changing yourself into a cat or a potato with Snap Camera filters, then talk with your coworkers in Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams and more. Just don't become a cat lawyer with these Zoom filters.
How-To
How to tell if your password has been stolen
How can you tell if your password has been stolen or compromised as part of a password breach? We'll discuss free and paid services you can use, from websites to your browser or paid password managers.
News
Google Chrome is killing off support for some ancient PCs
Google Chrome is ending support for PCs that lack SSE3 support, which was first introduced in processors like the AMD Athlon 64.
News
Google kills Stadia’s internal studios, but the cloud gaming service lives on
Well, that won't settle anyone worried about Google Stadia's long-term prospects.
News
Google updates Chrome OS with security, smart display and personalization features
Google's latest Chrome OS 88 adds a cool way of turning your lock screen into a smart display, with images and controls. WebAuthn support also allows you to log in to websites using just your Chromebook's PIN.
News
Otter’s transcription service now integrates with Google Meet
After striking an earlier partnership with Zoom, now Google Meet users can automatically caption and transcribe their Meet meetings.
Opinion
Why 2021 could finally be the year of the Google Pixel
Google shifted gears with the Pixel 5, which could mean even bigger changes are on the way.
Feature
Best hardware of 2020: PCWorld’s favorite products of the year
In a year full of amazing hardware, these picks stand above the rest.
News
Google buys Neverware to turn old PCs into Chromebooks
Google has bought Neverware, and will make its CloudReady technology to add ChromeOS to older PC hardware part of ChromeOS in the future.
Deal
Blast those holiday tunes with deep savings on Anker wireless earbuds
Anker has a one-day sale on Amazon right now feature the company's Soundcore wireless earbuds.
Deal
The luxurious SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless headset is down to $240
Amazon is selling the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless headset for $240 today, the best price we've seen since 2019.
Deal
The $649 Pixel 5 isn’t the best phone you can buy this Cyber Monday, but it’s the smartest
Forget the Ultra phones, your best bet this Cyber Monday is the Pixel 5.
Deal
This 65-inch 4K TV is a ridiculous $250 today
Best Buy is celebrating the Black Friday weekend with a Hisense 65-inch TV for $250.
Reviews
AirTV Anywhere review: A better version of a middling DVR
The AirTV Anywhere DVR has a built-in hard drive and plays nicely with Sling TV, but our biggest gripes haven't changed.
News
How Google’s new policy affects your free storage in Photos and Drive
Google announced changes to its storage policy for Photos and Drive, which could push users to pay for a Google One cloud storage subscription.
Reviews
Amazon Fire TV Stick (2020) and Fire TV Stick Lite review: Exactly what you expected
Fire TV Stick (2020) and Fire TV Stick Lite review: Improved hardware, TBD software.
Reviews
Google Pixel 4a 5G review: Stuck in the middle
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a fine phone placed in an awkward position—sandwiched between the budget Pixel 4a and the premium Pixel 5.
News
Google will open Office documents in editing mode, a boon for Chromebooks
Chromebook users have had to navigate an obtuse process to edit an Office document within Google Sheets. Google has changed all that.
Reviews
Amazon Echo (4th Gen) review: The more things change, the more they stay the same
Amazon still has the best speaker for smart home control, but it still trails Sonos and Google in musicality.
News
DOJ sues Google: Let’s break down the government’s case
The U.S. Department of Justice and several states have sued Google, alleging that the search provider uses its dominant position on the desktop and on mobile to preserve its market share to the detriment of competitors.
Deal
Amazon’s one-day Anker sale brings all-time-lows on killer audio gear
Aukey via Amazon has a one-day sale on wireless earbuds, Bluetooth receivers, and more.
Feature
The Pixel 5 is Google’s smartest phone since the Nexus 5
At first glance, the Pixel 5 might seem overpriced or underpowered, but it's actually a very smart move by Google.
Deal
The highly-rated Harman Kardon Onyx 4 Bluetooth speaker is $350 off
Harman Kardon is selling its Onyx 4 Bluetooth speaker for just $100 right now.
Updated
Amazon Prime Day 2020: The best tech, electronics, PC, and mobile deals
This year's top tech deals include solid discounts on TVs, Samsung Galaxy phones, gaming monitors, SSDs, and PC parts.
Reviews
Chromecast with Google TV (4K) review
Chromecast with Google TV review: It reduces app overload, but still has a few blind spots.
News
Google Assistant App Actions brings voice commands to Android apps
Google has announced Assistant-powered App Actions so you can speak to your Android apps through Google Assistant.
Deal
24-hour sale: Snag Soul’s true wireless earbuds for $28
Amazon has a one-day sale on Soul Electronics true wireless earbuds.
News
Google’s G Suite becomes Google Workspace, with a new unified UI
Google has changed the name of its G Suite offering to Google Workspace, rolling out its new unified UI as well.
News
Tested: AV1 performance in 11th-gen Tiger Lake vs. 10th-gen Ice Lake and Comet Lake, Ryzen 4000
In the Intel vs. AMD wars, video formats matter too. Intel's 11th-gen Tiger Lake has AV1 codec support, and it shows in tests against 10th-gen Ice Lake and Comet Lake, and Ryzen 4000.
News