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I tried out Gemini on Mac — the native app is more useful than I expected
By Elton Jones published
After testing out the native Gemini app that turns Google’s AI tool into a native macOS experience, I came away more impressed than I thought.

I finally figured out when to use Gemini Notebooks vs NotebookLM — here’s the winning workflow
By Amanda Caswell published
Confused by the difference between Google Gemini Notebooks and NotebookLM? Learn the "sync loop" workflow that uses both tools to master research and content creation.

This new Mac shortcut is the fastest way to use Google Gemini
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to download Google's new Gemini Mac app and access AI features with a keyboard shortcut.

Google I/O 2026: Date, time, potential announcements and everything else you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Google's big developer conference is happening in late May. Here's what you need to know about the show.

Google settles lawsuit over Android data harvesting: how to collect your piece of the $135 million settlement
By Scott Younker published
Google recently settled a class action lawsuit over collecting Android user data for $135 million. Here's how to claim your piece.

I tested Chrome’s new AI Mode — it’s a productivity dream that your RAM will hate
By Amanda Caswell published
Google’s new AI Mode for Chrome allows side-by-side browsing and multi-tab search. We put it to the test on a 16GB MacBook and found a familiar problem: a major RAM drain.

Where did your Google Drive storage go? 5 hidden space-hogs you can delete now
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to free up Google Drive storage for free with five simple tricks that clear clutter so you can reclaim your space.

I just tried Google Maps' new bus tracking feature in the UK — it's a good start, but there's room to improve
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps has rolled out an important public transit update in the UK, and as helpful as it is, it could be improved.
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