HP Chromebook 11 owners are still being advised not to use their standard factory chargers following a recall notice which was implemented because many owners found that their chargers were overheating after just a couple of charge cycles. However, it looks like they may be able to get their hands on a new charger in the next few weeks. Google has put up a listing for a new Chromebook 11 charger on its website.

The Google Chrome browser for Mac and PC now understands your “Ok Google” voice commands thanks to an official “Voice Search Hotword extension” that’s available to download now from the Chrome Web Store. You can use it to make handsfree web searches, quick conversions, and even to set reminders.

Google may be taunting us by holding onto its Android 4.4 launch event for as long as it possibly can, but there are plenty of signs to suggest it’s right around the corner. In addition to the countless Nexus 5 leaks, we’ve also seen leaked screenshots and some teasers. But the latest sign is a whole bunch of updates for Google’s own Android apps, which have begun rolling out today.

Google is rolling out a pretty sold update for its official Chrome for Android application, bringing users the ability to quickly navigate around the web browser without even having to tap any buttons, thanks to the implementation of a mass of new gesture controls.

Google unveiled Chromecast at its San Francisco breakfast event less than 48 hours ago, a device which enables you to “cast” music, movies, and photos from your computer, smartphone or tablet, directly to your HD TV. However, if you’re using a desktop you can only display your screens content if you are using Chrome, and now Google has released the official Cast extension to empower you to do just that.