Google has shared many details about its new Googlebook laptops. The company promises 10 years of software updates. The first five come from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP and Lenovo. They are aimed at people who use an Android phone.
In the same week Meta launched Ray-Ban glasses without cameras. The glasses still have microphones and speakers, so you can play music and talk to AI. Battery life is longer and there are new styles.
The Verge's Installer newsletter also covered Remedy's Control sequel, a new Silent Hill game, Peloton's folding treadmill at $2,195, and Microsoft's new Surface Mouse.
π The Backstory
Chromebooks have been the cheap laptop of choice in schools for years. Google once tried a premium laptop line, but it did not last. This time it is tying the machines closely to Android phones.
Smart glasses have grown quickly since 2023. Meta's first camera glasses raised privacy worries. A camera-free pair may answer some of those fears.
Microsoft's second Surface Mouse adds haptic feedback and an action button, and can pair with three devices. It costs $79.99.
π― Why It Matters
Laptop and phone buyers win when a big brand promises 10 years of updates. It pushes other companies to support their devices for longer.
Google has shared many details about its new Googlebook laptops. The company promises 10 years of software updates. The first five come from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP and Lenovo. They are aimed at people who use an Android phone.
In the same week Meta launched Ray-Ban glasses without cameras. The glasses still have microphones and speakers, so you can play music and talk to AI. Battery life is longer and there are new styles.
The Verge's Installer newsletter also covered Remedy's Control sequel, a new Silent Hill game, Peloton's folding treadmill at $2,195, and Microsoft's new Surface Mouse.
Chromebooks have been the cheap laptop of choice in schools for years. Google once tried a premium laptop line, but it did not last. This time it is tying the machines closely to Android phones.
Smart glasses have grown quickly since 2023. Meta's first camera glasses raised privacy worries. A camera-free pair may answer some of those fears.
Microsoft's second Surface Mouse adds haptic feedback and an action button, and can pair with three devices. It costs $79.99.
Laptop and phone buyers win when a big brand promises 10 years of updates. It pushes other companies to support their devices for longer.