Primary TechXplore - Home 2021-22 Archive

Last year, we won the International Award at Edufuturists Awards 2021 organised by @Edufuturists. We are so happy to be recognised on a global platform such as this!

#ESA21 #JointheRevolution

Google Docs Update

Have you struggled with the page orientation on Google Docs? Well, with the new update, you can go PAGELESS! Yes, you read it right.

In this setting, images will adjust to your screen size, and you can create wide tables and view them by scrolling left and right.

Line breaks for text will also adjust to your screen size, and as you zoom in and out.

Note: If your document has certain elements, such as headers and footers, watermarks, or footnotes, and you switch it to pageless, you won’t be able to see those elements.

March 9, 2022

Apple Event

Were you able to catch yesterday's Apple Event? Here are some new updates for you. You can also click on the above image to watch the entire event.

Apple has announced the new Mac Studio computer with a blazing M1 Ultra chip that basically gives you two chips in one.

The iPad Air is getting Apple's M1 chip for much better performance, along with 5G connectivity.

The iPhone SE 3 has been announced with A15 Bionic power, 5G and several camera upgrades.

September 28, 2021

Zoom 5.8.0 ⚙️

The new Zoom update 5.8.0 for MacBook was released on Friday. Some key updates are:

Poll access for alternative hosts - If meeting hosts add alternative hosts to their meeting, they can allow alternative hosts to add or edit polls.
Easier emoji selection for in-meeting chat - After entering ‘:’ and two or more letters, available emojis matching that description will be shown.
Stop incoming video - Users in a meeting can easily disable all incoming video through in-meeting controls.

Read all the other updates here.

September 20, 2021

iPadOS 15 ⚙️

iPadOS15 will be available later today! Those using an iPad - you can update your devices tonight or tomorrow morning once it is available. You will be excited to know about the cool updates - one of which is easy multitasking with changes in the menu.

You can read about the updates here.

August 31, 2021

ManageBac's New Design

ManageBac has recently added several key design updates:

Design Approach - Improved clarity of focus and usability, Streamlined navigation with fewer clicks,
Dashboard
Classes & Year Groups
Plus symbol

You can watch the video to understand more ➡

Also, find all the updates here on ManageBac's Blog.

August 24, 2021

Hangouts ➡ Google Chat

Hangouts has now officially moved to Gmail and Chat for Google Suite users. With Google Chat's already existing + improved features, the tool is now more convenient for everyone! Here is what could be useful to you on Google Chat:

Chats moved to Gmail App for Mobile users
Chats and Rooms (groups) separated
Pin a chat or room to stay at the top for easy access
Mention a person on chats using the symbol @ followed by name of the person
New and improved Emojis
Share documents and videos
Create calendar events
Delete and Edit messages
React to messages with Emojis

https://www.xda-developers.com/google-hangouts-replace-free-google-chat-2021/

August 17, 2021

Back with APPreciations!

Last year our APPreciation page was a huge hit as we had success stories from teachers across Primary. We are continuing the page with more stories from this year!

August 10, 2021

WIT begins next week!

This year's first WIT will be a deep dive into Device Basics where we will explore everything from functions, settings, tips & tricks, shortcuts - both for MacBook and iPad. The session will be conducted in two Breakout Rooms, led by Reema and Ruchi. Teachers can choose which room they choose to enter based on the device they have and wish to know more about. WIT is mandatory for new teachers , who will receive an invite for the same. It is optional for returning teachers, who will fill up a sign up form if interested to join.