Entries by Nicole Batac (11833)

Sunday
Jan192020

Google tests out feature that recommends you which old tabs to close

Google wants to help keep our browsers clutter-free. The company is testing out a way to remind you to close old tabs. It has been working since August, but now it's showing up more prominently. The "Suggest to close Tabs" feature is hidden behind a flag in chrome://flags, but some versions of Chrome (like the Canary build) have it enabled by default.

If enabled, the feature will analyze your usage and check which tabs are unused or "stale." It isn't clear how Google determines what constitutes a stale tab beyond general activity or interaction with it. The feature won't automatically close the tab for you. Instead, it will open a window and let you determine which tabs it should close. Google hasn't announced if or when it will release this feature to the general public.

Source: 9to5Google

Saturday
Jan182020

Canadian Reviewer Weekly Roundup – 1/12 – 1/18

Saturday
Jan182020

Microsoft's Xbox Console Streaming preview is now available globally

Microsoft has been experimenting with streaming Xbox games to Android phones and tablets through a limited beta. Now, all Xbox Insiders in countries that support Xbox One can try it out. But gamers will need to be part of an Update Preview ring, and you'll need an Android device running Marshmallow or higher. You'll also need a Bluetooth Xbox One controller and a speedy home network to make sure the setup can handle streaming.

According to Microsoft's Jonathan Hildebrandt, the company believes "the public preview as an important step in our journey to deliver game streaming to Xbox players around the world." Microsoft is pleased with the feedback given by early-access testers in the US and the UK. Hildebrandt said users can expect performance updates in the future.

Source: Engadget

Saturday
Jan182020

Samsung Canada hosts 'Galaxy Days' sale for 2019 products

Just ahead of the launch for the Samsung Galaxy S20, Samsung Canada is hosting a special sale for a lot of its 2019 product line. Called "Galaxy Days," the promo is happening until January 20th. You can check out the deals over at Samsung's website. And you can check out what's on sale under the cut:

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