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Chromecast with Google TV gets a much more prominent Apps search bar

The last software update for the Chromecast with Google TV earlier this month added the underlying support needed for Stadia, as well as other tweaks and bug fixes. Google TV on the Chromecast now has a much more obvious search field for applications. Heading to the Apps tab on Chromecast with Google TV reveals a new pill-shaped search bar under the “Your apps” row. It spans the entire…
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MobileNews

Google for Nonprofit users eligible for Pixelbook Go and Nest Wifi discounts

Back in April, Google Workspace for Nonprofits became available with deals on plan upgrades. Google for Nonprofit users now have a new perk where they can get discounts on Google Store products, like the Nest Wifi. The 10% discounts are just for productivity-oriented devices in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, United…
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GamingNews

Xbox hires Portal dev Kim Swift to make cloud games (like Kojima’s)

Elevate your enterprise data technology and strategy at Transform 2021. Microsoft is getting serious again about cloud-native games. To that end, the company’s Xbox division announced today it has hired former Stadia game design director Kim Swift to oversee cloud gaming collaborations with independent studios. Those studios will include Hideo Kojima’s Kojima Productions if and when…
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Stunning Macro Photos Shot Within the Unique World of Vernal Pools

A conservation photographer has documented the unique biodiversity found in the vernal pools of Appalachia and has released a free e-book that shares the result of his years-long passion and provides tips to others who are curious about this type of photography. Steven David Johnson is a Virginia-based conservation photographer and professor who has been published across multiple magainzes such…
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