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Chrome for Android now lets you preview a page before fully opening

The last major update to mobile Chrome introduced a grid layout for tabs and the ability to group them. A more minor Chrome addition on Android today lets you preview a page before fully opening it. The context menu that appears when long pressing links now has a “Preview page” option. Appearing between “Open in incognito tab” and “Copy link address,” tapping slides up a sheet for…
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When might Apple release iOS 14.5 to the public?

As Apple continues beta testing iOS 14.5, speculation is starting to mount about a potential release to the public. Currently, all signs point to a release sometime in the early spring. Read on as we recap everything we know about iOS 14.5 so far. What’s new in iOS 14.5? The biggest change in iOS 14.5 is a new feature that allows you to unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch when you’re…
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Google’s AR Synth web app puts you in a virtual electronic music studio

The latest virtual exhibit for Google Arts & Culture and YouTube takes a look at the history of electronic music from its inventors, artists, sounds, and technology. Google also built a fun AR Synth experience that lets you create a tune. More than 50 international institutions, record labels, festivals and industry experts have come together to capture the crucial role electronic music…
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Google Meet tile view comes to mobile, starting on iOS

Last year, Google’s video calling app gained an improved desktop layout to help you see everyone in large meetings. The Google Meet tile view is now coming to the mobile apps, starting with iOS. Google briefly announced the new Android and iOS view at the start of this…
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Google Home Essentials: Nexx adds Assistant to your garage door, no subscription needed

In the process of building out my smart home, one of the things I knew I wanted to do was have my garage door open up using Google Assistant. Unfortunately, one of the best options I saw also came with the potential of a subscription fee. Luckily, other options exist, and I’ve been tremendously satisfied over the past several months with a system from Nexx. The Nexx NXG-200 is a pretty simple…
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