We reported on a phenomenal new tech on its way to Chromebooks via the USI pen standard not long ago. Ufro - the company behind existing pens like the ColorPillar that works on iPads and iPhones - is in the process of bringing their awesome tech to USI pens that will work on Chromebooks as early as … [Read more...] about Hands-on with a USI pen that can grab colors from the real world like magic [VIDEO]
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Works With Chromebook: explained and tested [VIDEO]
If you've ever picked up an accessory and wondered whether or not it would work with your Chromebook, you've likely figured out by now that a ton of stuff actually does. Over the years, I can't count how many times I've wondered the exact same thing and simply started plugging things into the … [Read more...] about Works With Chromebook: explained and tested [VIDEO]
How to set up an HP Printer to use with your Chromebook [Video]
Chromebooks and printing have a historically painful relationship. More specifically, users finding a printer that works with Chrome OS and setting up that printer has long been one of the biggest hurdles Chromebook owners. For years, this meant finding a printer that supported Google Cloud Print or … [Read more...] about How to set up an HP Printer to use with your Chromebook [Video]
Lenovo Smart Clock Essential unboxing and hands-on: small package, big value [VIDEO]
As we near the holiday shopping season and lots of electronics start plummeting in price, we thought it a good time to get our hands on the new Lenovo Smart Clock Essential as it is becoming available for as little as $25 as of the writing of this post. For that small asking price, the smallest … [Read more...] about Lenovo Smart Clock Essential unboxing and hands-on: small package, big value [VIDEO]
A new rechargeable USI stylus from Broonel has hit the market
Until now, HP was the only company offering a rechargeable USI stylus for use with compatible Chromebooks. Unfortunately, the pen retails for $69.99 is currently out of stock because everyone is looking for a USI stylus for their Lenovo Duet or other devices. Users do have other options if they want … [Read more...] about A new rechargeable USI stylus from Broonel has hit the market
Got $5? You could pick up a Google Home Mini at this local retailer
2020 has been a bizarre year that has seen us fundamentally change the way we do just about everything and the way we shop is right at the top of that list. Online and delivery have become the go-to services for millions of os shoppers that once enjoyed spending hours casually perusing through … [Read more...] about Got $5? You could pick up a Google Home Mini at this local retailer
Costco is selling a 4-pack of Google’s new WiFi for only $229
Just this week, Google quietly rolled out a refreshed version of its mesh WiFi router, the Google Wi-Fi. This router differs from the Nest mesh system as it is made up of identical routers that are used to create the mesh network while the Nest system uses a single router and additional points to … [Read more...] about Costco is selling a 4-pack of Google’s new WiFi for only $229
Lenovo’s Essential Smart Clock w/Google Assistant just arrived at Best Buy
At the end of August, Lenovo announced a variety of new devices, and in the mix was a new addition to the company's smart home lineup. The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential forgoes an interactive display in favor of a smaller, more discrete design than its larger Smart Clock sibling. Like the original … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Essential Smart Clock w/Google Assistant just arrived at Best Buy
Deal Alert: Steal this $230 Assistant speaker from Harmon Kardon for $80
We haven't had the pleasure of reviewing Harmon Kardon's Citation One speaker with Google Assistant but some reviewers tout it as a more affordable alternative to the $300 Google Home Max. The only major nits found by most reviewers are the speaker's lack-luster listening abilities when attempting … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Steal this $230 Assistant speaker from Harmon Kardon for $80
Nest Audio unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
Well, the true successor to the original Google Home smart speaker is officially available from various retailers. It has been a while since we added a new smart speaker to the list of smart devices around the office. So, we went and picked one up. We're going to spend a little time with the new … [Read more...] about Nest Audio unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
Google’s new(old) Wifi router quietly shows up at retailers
Google's Launch Night In hardware event has come and gone but one item that was seemingly left off of the list of expected products was the somewhat confusing update to the Google Wifi router. As 9to5Google discovered in late September, Google has been working on some sort of refresh for its … [Read more...] about Google’s new(old) Wifi router quietly shows up at retailers
Google’s all-new Nest Audio is available today, here’s where you can pick one up
Right on schedule, Google's next addition to the Nest smart speaker lineup is on shelves and ready to get itself into the hands of eager audiophiles everywhere. You will be able to find the Google Home successor at the usual retailers and where you buy really boils down to personal preference and … [Read more...] about Google’s all-new Nest Audio is available today, here’s where you can pick one up
