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Google packs its 'Essential' apps onto the Start menu in new Windows PCs to give Microsoft a run for its money
Winsage
August 24, 2024

Google packs its ‘Essential’ apps onto the Start menu in new Windows PCs to give Microsoft a run for its money

Google has launched the Google Essentials desktop app, which consolidates services like Google Photos, Google Drive, and Google Messages into a single interface. The app will be preinstalled on new HP laptops, including Spectre, Envy, Pavilion, OMEN, and Victus models, with plans to expand to more Windows laptops. Google is offering a two-month free trial of Google One through the app. Microsoft's Windows 11 is fully compliant with the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA), allowing users to uninstall Bing and Edge and pin third-party apps to the taskbar. Microsoft has faced criticism from competitors like Mozilla for promoting Edge and legal action from Opera regarding the classification of Edge as a gatekeeper.
Google begins rolling out new Essentials app for Windows PCs
Winsage
August 23, 2024

Google begins rolling out new Essentials app for Windows PCs

Google has launched Google Essentials for Windows, an application that simplifies the discovery and installation of popular Google services. It currently provides access to Google Messages, Google Photos, and Google Play Games, along with shortcuts to Google Docs, Google Drive, and Google Calendar. Google Play Games allows synchronization of in-game progress across devices. Google Essentials is currently available on select HP consumer and gaming brands, including Spectre, Envy, Pavilion, OMEN, and Victus, with plans to support additional Windows PCs in the future.
Google app expands to Windows laptops with new 'Essentials' tool
AppWizard
August 23, 2024

Google app expands to Windows laptops with new ‘Essentials’ tool

Google is launching a new tool called Google Essentials to enhance the integration of its applications and services with Windows laptops, initially available on HP's Spectre, Envy, Pavilion, OMEN, and Victus series, with plans to extend to OmniBook models. The app serves as a gateway to various Google services, including Google Play Games, Google Photos, and Google Messages, and is designed to improve user experiences on Windows devices. Google Essentials allows synchronization of mobile gaming progress with PC gaming, particularly for users of laptops powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 3nm chip. Users can access Google Docs, Drive, and Calendar through quick links, and Google One subscribers can enjoy a two-month trial of Google One 100GB for cloud storage. Users have the option to uninstall Google Essentials and associated services if desired, and Google plans to expand the app's availability to more laptop and desktop models in the future.
Find the best Google services with Google Essentials on Windows PCs
Winsage
August 23, 2024

Find the best Google services with Google Essentials on Windows PCs

Google has launched Google Essentials, an application aimed at enhancing the gaming experience for Windows PC users by facilitating the discovery and installation of services like Google Play Games. Initially available on select HP Windows consumer and gaming brands, it will soon expand to all OmniBook brands. Users can access Google Essentials from the start menu, providing easy transitions between mobile devices and PCs. The app offers a library of mobile and native PC games, allowing players to sync in-game progress and enjoy rewards. It also includes tools for managing photos, messages, and productivity applications. Eligible Google One subscribers can receive a two-month trial of Google One 100GB. Users can uninstall Google Essentials or its services at any time, and Google plans to expand its availability to more devices in the future.
Google's putting all of its core services into an Essentials app for your Windows PC
Winsage
August 23, 2024

Google’s putting all of its core services into an Essentials app for your Windows PC

Google is launching Google Essentials, an application designed to simplify the discovery and installation of its first-party services on Windows platforms. The new version targets everyday users and is divided into two categories: Personal Communication, which includes Google Photos and Messages along with a two-month trial of the Basic Google One subscription, and Gaming, featuring the Google Play Games platform for accessing thousands of titles and syncing in-game progress. The rollout will start gradually with select HP laptop series, including Spectre, Envy, Omen, and Pavilion models, and will later expand to other Windows laptops and desktops. Users can uninstall service shortcuts or the entire app at any time. The timeline for broader release and specific models for the update are still uncertain.
'Google Essentials' is a new Windows app, coming first to HP
Winsage
August 23, 2024

‘Google Essentials’ is a new Windows app, coming first to HP

Google has introduced Google Essentials, an application for Windows that simplifies the discovery and installation of its first-party services, including Play Games, Google Photos, and Google Messages, as well as shortcuts to web services like Google Docs, Drive, and Calendar. The app includes a two-month complimentary Google One subscription with 100GB of storage for eligible users. Initially available on HP Windows consumer and gaming brands, including Spectre, Envy, Pavilion, OMEN, and Victus, it will soon extend to all OmniBook brands. Users can uninstall Google Essentials and associated applications, and the app can be accessed from the start menu. Google plans to expand the app's availability to more laptops and desktops in the future.
Google Essentials is Coming to the PC
Winsage
August 23, 2024

Google Essentials is Coming to the PC

HP will be the first PC manufacturer to integrate Google's new Google Essentials application into its consumer and gaming computers. Google Essentials will be available on HP's Windows brands, including Spectre, Envy, Pavilion, OMEN, Victus, and HP Brand, with plans to extend to all OmniBook brands. The app provides access to services like Google Photos, Google Messages, Google Docs, Google Drive, and Google Calendar. Eligible Google One subscribers will receive a two-month trial of Google One 100 GB storage. Users can uninstall Google Essentials if they choose. Google plans to expand the app's availability to more laptops and desktops in the future.
Google launches 'Google Essentials' app for easier access to its services on Windows PCs
AppWizard
August 23, 2024

Google launches ‘Google Essentials’ app for easier access to its services on Windows PCs

Google has launched the Google Essentials app for Windows PCs, which serves as a centralized hub for accessing various Google services from the PC's start menu. The app includes quick links to Google Play Games, Google Photos, and Google Messages, as well as web shortcuts to Google Docs, Drive, and Calendar. It offers a two-month trial of 100GB of cloud storage for Google One subscribers. Users can uninstall specific services or the entire app if desired. Initially, it will be available exclusively on HP’s consumer and gaming PC brands, with plans to expand to more models in the future.
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