When you think about premium third-party accessories for your laptop, Logitech is almost always the first name that comes to mind. If you are unboxing a brand-new Googlebook anytime soon, you’ll be thrilled to know that Logitech has officially brought its Logi Options+ software directly to the … [Read more...] about Logitech brings its powerful Options+ software to Googlebook with dedicated Gemini features
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How to unlock the hidden ‘Glowbar Disco’ app on your new Googlebook
When Google introduced Googlebook OS, the sleek, illuminated Glowbar on the lid of these laptops immediately stood out as a signature hardware feature. While it serves as a functional status indicator, it turns out Google’s engineers couldn't resist having a little fun with it. Tucked away deep … [Read more...] about How to unlock the hidden ‘Glowbar Disco’ app on your new Googlebook
Unboxing the Lenovo Googlebook 15: A gorgeous 15-inch debut for Google’s new OS [VIDEO]
All five Googlebook models have officially arrived in the studio, and to kick this first wave of unboxing videos off, we decided to start with the largest of the batch: the Lenovo Googlebook 15. While we got a brief, crowded look at these devices during Google's New York City showcase, getting … [Read more...] about Unboxing the Lenovo Googlebook 15: A gorgeous 15-inch debut for Google’s new OS [VIDEO]
Google is updating the Device Recovery Utility for Googlebooks, but it needs work
With the launch of Googlebook, there is a massive new operating system to explore and a lot of new software behaviors to learn. But amid all the new features, it is reassuring to see Google bringing over some of the most vital administrative tools we’ve relied on for years in the ChromeOS … [Read more...] about Google is updating the Device Recovery Utility for Googlebooks, but it needs work
How Google is silently fixing early Chrome bugs on Googlebook without any updates
Jumping into a brand-new operating system on launch day is always an adventure. While the hardware on these initial Googlebooks is phenomenal, the software (and my ability to properly navigate it) is inevitably going to have some growing pains both. Over my first few days of testing, I’ve definitely … [Read more...] about How Google is silently fixing early Chrome bugs on Googlebook without any updates
Googlebook’s ‘Rambler’ feature is the biggest speech-to-text upgrade I’ve ever used
As we discussed earlier this week, Better Together features aren't working between Googlebook and newer Android 17 Samsung devices just yet. Rather than let our early testing stall while waiting on an update from Samsung, I temporarily shelved my usual daily driver and moved my SIM card into a Pixel … [Read more...] about Googlebook’s ‘Rambler’ feature is the biggest speech-to-text upgrade I’ve ever used
Will Android apps struggle on Intel Googlebooks? Google and Intel offer different answers
One of the longest-running headaches in the ChromeOS era was the awkward divide between Intel (x86) and ARM processors when it came to running Android applications. ARM chips handled them more natively, while Intel chips had to rely on extra translation layers that often resulted in sluggish … [Read more...] about Will Android apps struggle on Intel Googlebooks? Google and Intel offer different answers
Luminar and Fantastical bring premium, desktop-class apps to Googlebook
One of the biggest lingering questions surrounding the launch of Googlebook has been app support. While the platform runs native Android apps via the Play Store, scaling mobile applications to a desktop-sized screen doesn't always yield the best results. However, right out of the gate, we are … [Read more...] about Luminar and Fantastical bring premium, desktop-class apps to Googlebook
Android gaming on Googlebook is already hitting a frustratingly familiar roadblock
When Google announced that Googlebook OS was built directly on modern Android foundations, one of the first thoughts running through my head (and likely millions of other mobile gamers’ heads) was, not surprisingly: finally, Android games on a Google laptop are just going to work. No more weird … [Read more...] about Android gaming on Googlebook is already hitting a frustratingly familiar roadblock
Real desktop widgets and shortcuts on the Googlebook desktop are refreshing
For the past 24 hours, I’ve been putting our initial launch fleet of Googlebooks through the ringer. There's so much to learn and discover with a completely new OS, so I'm constantly falling off task to test, tinker, and investigate every nook and cranny I can find in Googlebook OS. This is a … [Read more...] about Real desktop widgets and shortcuts on the Googlebook desktop are refreshing
Googlebook ‘Better Together’ doesn’t work with Samsung phones, but will soon
As Googlebooks land on doorsteps and store shelves, one of the biggest day-one promises of Googlebook OS is its seamless continuity with Android phones. From notification syncing to app streaming, shared clipboards, and cross-device file access, the suite of Better Together features is meant to make … [Read more...] about Googlebook ‘Better Together’ doesn’t work with Samsung phones, but will soon
The Googlebook era is here: some first impressions of the hardware and a whole new OS
Today is the day. After months of tracking code commits, dissecting leaks, and getting that unforgettable first taste at Google’s media showcase in New York City, Googlebooks are officially landing on doorsteps and retail shelves. Our review units were quite literally all dropped off minutes ago, … [Read more...] about The Googlebook era is here: some first impressions of the hardware and a whole new OS
