It is pretty easy to get lost in all this Chrome OS news on a daily basis and forget the large number of users who may be sitting in front of a Chromebook for the very first time today. After a few years of researching, reviewing and writing about Chromebooks, it becomes very tempting to just assume … [Read more...] about Got A New Chromebook? 10 Things You Need To Know [VIDEO]
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Two Acer Chromebook 514 Models Now Available At Amazon
Acer's crowned successor to the fan-favorite Chromebook 14 is finally beginning to find its way to supply chains and in turn, online retailers. The "top-of-the-line" Pentium N4200 model is still absent from the retail landscape but those interested in the lesser variants can now snag either one from … [Read more...] about Two Acer Chromebook 514 Models Now Available At Amazon
CES Alert: ASUS Could Drop An Armada Of Chromebooks
There is no shortage of premium Chromebook choices at the moment. With most of the big hitters offering up their own takes on flagship Kaby Lake devices, only two names are absent from the list. ASUS and Samsung have both continued to launch new Chromebooks over the past year but neither has … [Read more...] about CES Alert: ASUS Could Drop An Armada Of Chromebooks
Chromebook Tablet Mode Lag, Jank Getting A Fix
If you've used a Chrome OS tablet like the new Pixel Slate, Chromebook Tab 10, or the HP Chromebook x2, you may have come across an odd and annoying trait they all seem to share: jank and lag. While not surprising on the under-powered Acer Chromebook Tab 10 and it's Rockchip OP1 processor, this … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tablet Mode Lag, Jank Getting A Fix
Google’s Game of The Year 2018 Is A Shining Example of The Future Of Web Apps
You may have seen it around the internet already, but if you haven't let me introduce you to Google's latest web-driven piece of entertainment: Game of The Year 2018. In the quiz-based game, players are met with up to 20 questions (and a couple bonus rounds) about search trends throughout the year … [Read more...] about Google’s Game of The Year 2018 Is A Shining Example of The Future Of Web Apps
With Google Assistant Planned On 2019 TVs, Samsung Could End Up Ditching Bixby Altogether
If reports from Variety are to be believed, it appears that Samsung may finally be caving to the pressure from the immense growth of Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa in the smart device race. At this point, according to stats garnered by Variety, by the end of 2019 Amazon will likely control 63% … [Read more...] about With Google Assistant Planned On 2019 TVs, Samsung Could End Up Ditching Bixby Altogether
Google’s Chromebook Help Forum Gets A Fresh Look
So, you or someone you know got a new Chromebook for Christmas. Awesome! For many of you, like us, your shiny, new toy is simply another addition to a growing armada of Chrome devices. Likely, you don't need any help setting it up and you frequent sites like our just to keep up on the latest news … [Read more...] about Google’s Chromebook Help Forum Gets A Fresh Look
Snag A $20 Google Home Hub With These Nest Bundles
The Google Home Hub is a new take on the smart display powered by the Google Assistant and depending on your use-case, it could be the best option on the market. For those wanting to side-step having a device equipped with a camera, the Home Hub offers the best integration for smart devices and all … [Read more...] about Snag A $20 Google Home Hub With These Nest Bundles
Confirmed: ‘Kalista’ Will Be An Intel 8th Generation Chromebase
A little over two months ago, XDA discovered a new Chrome device in the works that some suspected could be another Kaby Lake-powered Chromebox or perhaps even a new Chromebit if you can stretch your imagination that far. The platform, codenamed 'Kalista', has since been given the new device name … [Read more...] about Confirmed: ‘Kalista’ Will Be An Intel 8th Generation Chromebase
New Feature in Chrome OS 72 Points To More Tablets In 2019
Chrome OS tablets are still a pretty new thing here at the end of 2018. After all, we didn't see the first true Chrome OS tablet until the Acer Chromebook Tab 10 hit the scene in the early parts of summer. Six months is hardly enough time for a new form factor to fully emerge in an existing … [Read more...] about New Feature in Chrome OS 72 Points To More Tablets In 2019
Insane Deal On Google Home Hub, Home Minis From Target
Well folks, we're getting to the point where most people have identified or already purchased those final Christmas presents for their loved ones. If, however, you are like my family, there were still a few lingering items out there even today that still needed attention. … [Read more...] about Insane Deal On Google Home Hub, Home Minis From Target
The Brydge G-Type Keyboard Review: Not Just Another Bluetooth Keyboard
Google did an interesting thing this year when they launched the Pixel Slate: they included a 3rd-party accessory in the hands-on portion of the event. While Google-made accessories aren't too out of place at this yearly media show, devices from companies other than Google are quite rare. … [Read more...] about The Brydge G-Type Keyboard Review: Not Just Another Bluetooth Keyboard
