The latest 'Made by Google' hardware serves to frame innovative software and services

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

There were few surprises in today's 'Made by Google' event. Many of the devices, including the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, Pixel slate 2-in-1 Chromebook and even the new Chromecast, have been outed in various renders, videos and some have been even sold before hand.

The surprises, however, came in the form of software and services which make these devices potential game changers in their specific categories.

The new Pixel 3 smartphones look like mild refinements from last year's duo of impressive devices. This time around they improve on camera hardware as well as feature innovative computational features to ensure the best photo by taking shots even before the shutter is pressed. The new Top Shot feature, which debuts on the Pixels 3, shoot multiple HDR+ shots to ensure you can capture a great image. The new Pixels also promise impressive low-light photography and zoom. Pixel 3 also brings IP68 water and dust resistance.

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Google confirms Pixel 3 event for October 9

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Folliowing in the deluge of major technology fall launches, Google is expected to reveal its latest Pixel 3 smartphones and other Made By Google devices on October 9.

October has become Google's time to launch its range of new products and services. On tap this year are the two vastly leaked Pixel 3 devices. We expect two smartphones with the larger model featuring the edge-to-edge-display and new notch. We might see some exclusive Android Pie features on the new Pixel 3s. I'm expecting some new gesture and voice-based features as well as a lengthy list of camera updates for these new phones. Hit jump for an overview of what we can expect.

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Google celebrates Chrome's 10th anniversary with a design overhaul

No browser has endured longer and evolved as much as Google Chrome. Considered the dominant web browser on desktops and on mobile and which has also been spun off as a cloud operating system, Google celebrated the first 10 years of Chrome by redesigning the browser's look and feel across the line.

On the PC and Mac, we're seeing rounded tabs, a pill-shaped search area and refined elements

Chrome Browser will have a new design across all operating systems. Highlights include Microsoft Windows 10® notification-center integration, touchpad gesture navigation on Windows, and autofill updates.

If you want to get the redesign try entering the Chrome flag URLs below into the address bar and selecting the appropriate option from the dropdown menu. To get the latest features be sure to enable them in Chrome Beta 69.

Mac, Windows, Linux:

chrome://flags/#top-chrome-md

Android

chrome://flags/#enable-chrome-modern-design

Source: 9to5Google

Okay Google, order from Swiss Chalet

Swiss Chalet announced on-the-go mobile ordeirng with the help fo Google Assistant app for Android and iPhones. The first of its kind in Canada, the action allows customers to conveniently place a re-order for pick up or delivery at one of the chain's 200+ locations via the brand's mobile platform by linking their account to their Google Assistant. 

Using a simple voice command, Canadians can then begin to place their order simply by saying "Okay Google, order from Swiss Chalet" and then can select from saved favourites or re-order their last meal. 

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