As many of you already know, Bluetooth on Chromebooks has never really been a strong suit of the ecosystem. Though Bluetooth 5's arrival helped many things, the overall experience on Chrome OS has still been a bit hit or miss when it comes to wireless accessories. Overall, though the process and … [Read more...] about Google’s Bluetooth Fast Pair UI being tested in the Chrome OS 94 Dev Channel
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Lenovo’s Smart Clock 2 w/Assistant and wireless charging dock is available now
Back in June, Lenovo unveiled the next iteration of one of my favorite smart home devices of all time. The Lenovo Smart Clock w/Google Assistant is a great little bedside smart speaker. It's discrete, attractive, sounds good, and does just about everything you would want an Assistant-enabled device … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Smart Clock 2 w/Assistant and wireless charging dock is available now
Docked Chromebooks would be better if Google borrowed this feature from Windows 11
While Chromeboxes and Chromebases are making a comeback with the new 12th generation Intel Alder Lake devices on their way, I come from a time when it really didn't make much sense at all to pick one up. They were available, though not in Best Buy or Walmart, but with Chrome OS being online only and … [Read more...] about Docked Chromebooks would be better if Google borrowed this feature from Windows 11
Wasserstein launches its new Made for Google Nest Cam and Doorbell (battery) accessories
With the launch of the next-generation Nest battery-powered Doorbell and Camera, Wasserstein, a leading smart-home accessory manufacturer and Made for Google product partner has just launched a segment of its online store that features brand new accessories for these exciting, upcoming devices. … [Read more...] about Wasserstein launches its new Made for Google Nest Cam and Doorbell (battery) accessories
Grab a first-gen Google Nest Hub for only $50
We love smart displays and one of the best things about Assitant-enabled devices in this form factor is the fact that there are options to fit just about every use-case, decor, and budget. For compact design and basic smart speaker functionality, the Lenovo Smart Clock series is a solid choice. If … [Read more...] about Grab a first-gen Google Nest Hub for only $50
Take 50% off the AndaSeat Marvel Series gaming chairs
In the market for a new gaming chair or just something unique for your home office? AndaSeat has a deal for all you Marvel fans out there and you can save more than $200 on a premium gaming chair that's as comfortable as it is awesome. We've been using AndaSeat chairs for quite some time now and I … [Read more...] about Take 50% off the AndaSeat Marvel Series gaming chairs
What Steam Deck Means for Chromebooks and Borealis
Today, Valve made a huge announcement. The company announced Steam Deck, a portable game console powered by Linux and a Windows game compatibility program called Proton. Imagine a Nintendo Switch that can play over 50,000 PC games from the popular Steam library. That is the Steam Deck in a nutshell. … [Read more...] about What Steam Deck Means for Chromebooks and Borealis
Deal Alert: $102 off this Lenovo smart home starter kit
Whether you're looking to get your first smart home setup started or you want to add some new smart devices to your existing Assistant-enabled domicile, Lenovo has a Black Friday in July deal you may want to check out. The deal consists of TWO smart clocks with the Google Assistant baked right in … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $102 off this Lenovo smart home starter kit
These protective Pixel Buds A-Series cases are the accessories I didn’t realize I needed
Google's new 'A-Series' Pixel Buds are a fantastic budget-friendly option for anyone who enjoys the company's audio offerings but doesn't want to spend the normal price on them. Aside from missing out on volume swipe controls and a few other features, they retain most of their attractive qualities … [Read more...] about These protective Pixel Buds A-Series cases are the accessories I didn’t realize I needed
CTL launches Chrome OS All-in-one with Pocket Lab Air Quality monitor
Oregon-based CTL is known for pumping out quality Chrome OS devices and digital management solutions for schools and enterprises. From rugged classroom-ready Chromebooks to a wide range of cost-effective Chromebox configurations, CTL continues to grow its hardware résumé to fit the needs of the … [Read more...] about CTL launches Chrome OS All-in-one with Pocket Lab Air Quality monitor
Pick up this Lenovo USI pen for your Chromebook for only $26
USI pens are awesome. As the name infers, the Universal Stylus Initiative means your pen will work exactly the same no matter which compatible device you happen to be using. Some USI pens offer some additional features such as barrel buttons that perform specific functions. Some models are … [Read more...] about Pick up this Lenovo USI pen for your Chromebook for only $26
AT&T subscribers can score 6 months of Stadia Pro and a $20 gaming bundle
The future of Stadia and the strategy behind its roadmap still eludes me but whatever the plan, Google appears to be pulling out all the stops to get the streaming service in front of more users with every passing day. General users can claim a month of Stadia Pro on the platform's website at any … [Read more...] about AT&T subscribers can score 6 months of Stadia Pro and a $20 gaming bundle
