Last week, 9to5Google shared an interesting bit of news concerning a new monitor from HP that would carry the "Works with Chromebook" certification. The information reportedly came from a consumer-facing email that HP pushed out to select users but a quick search of the web revealed that the new … [Read more...] about HP debuts first-ever “Works with Chromebook” desktop monitor
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Pixel Bud A-Series Official: Pre-orders live for $99
Google I/O came and went with absolutely no news of hardware which left us wondering when we would see the much-rumored Pixel Bud A earbuds from Google. Given all the news surrounding the highly-anticipated Pixel 6, it wouldn't have been too surprising to see the next iteration of Google's TWS … [Read more...] about Pixel Bud A-Series Official: Pre-orders live for $99
Grab this waterproof Sony Extra Bass speaker w/Google Assistant for only $65 ($249.99 retail)
These days, it's not difficult to find a smart speaker bearing the capabilities of the Google Assistant. Google itself has released five Assistant speakers and that doesn't include three flavors of its Nest Hub smart display. Many manufacturers have followed suit and it has become relatively easy to … [Read more...] about Grab this waterproof Sony Extra Bass speaker w/Google Assistant for only $65 ($249.99 retail)
Smart Deals: $30 Lenovo Smart Clock, $100 off a smart home starter kit, and more
The Memorial Day Weekend is squarely behind us and it came and went without any major Chromebook deals that weren't already available. Thankfully, it's the first of the month and we're busy rounding up all the best new deals from around the web. This morning, we stumbled upon some serious savings on … [Read more...] about Smart Deals: $30 Lenovo Smart Clock, $100 off a smart home starter kit, and more
Clearly White Pixel Buds on sale for $99 ($80 off)
Google is reportedly bringing us a new pair of TWS Pixel Buds later this year but rumor has it, they'll be "dumbed down" a little over the previous version that launched in early 2020. Hopefully, that means that the next iteration of Google's in-ear audio will be priced under $100. If you have been … [Read more...] about Clearly White Pixel Buds on sale for $99 ($80 off)
Grab a Lenovo Chromebook Duet for $249 and score a free USI stylus
Since its debut at CES 2020, Lenovo's Chromebook Duet tablet has been a wildly popular device among Chrome OS users looking for a portable but premium tablet experience. While the MediaTek SoC found in the Duet isn't as powerful as we'd like, the 10.1" detachable is a beautifully designed and … [Read more...] about Grab a Lenovo Chromebook Duet for $249 and score a free USI stylus
Google and Samsung team up to reimagine WearOS with Fitbit in tow
On this week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we finally had a chance to sit down and digest some of the awesome announcements that came out of Google's 2021 I/O developer conference. There weren't a lot of consumer-facing products unveiled but the list of new software and platform features is a long … [Read more...] about Google and Samsung team up to reimagine WearOS with Fitbit in tow
The new Power Connector accessory makes Nest Thermostats compatible with more homes
A new accessory now available for pre-order on the Google Store makes it possible to set up Nest Thermostats in homes where they would previously have been incompatible. By using the Nest Compatibility Checker, many users were disappointed to find that they couldn't enjoy having a smart thermostat … [Read more...] about The new Power Connector accessory makes Nest Thermostats compatible with more homes
Save big on Lenovo’s Assistant-powered Smart Clocks
Smart displays are quickly becoming fixtures in many households and the selection is expanding to fit about any decor or budget. Two of our favorite devices both happen to be from Lenovo and they are designed specifically for your nightstand. The Lenovo Smart Clock and Smart Clock Essential bring … [Read more...] about Save big on Lenovo’s Assistant-powered Smart Clocks
My favorite Chromebook classroom accessories
When it comes to technology, I tend to be a minimalist, which is one reason I love ChromeOS. When COVID shut down classrooms across the world, I found that I needed to quickly scale up my tech setup for remote teaching, webinars, recording, and home productivity. Here are my favorite accessories … [Read more...] about My favorite Chromebook classroom accessories
Take 15% off select Western Digital products with Chromebook Perks
Have we mentioned how awesome it is to be a Chromebook owner? Ten years into this little Chrome OS project and we are finally seeing competitive hardware and emerging software capabilities that have brought Chromebooks to the forefront of the PC industry. Okay, we're probably a bit biased but we … [Read more...] about Take 15% off select Western Digital products with Chromebook Perks
HYPER unveils new Works with Chromebook USB-C lineup
HYPER and its parent company Sanho have announced a Works with Chromebook line of USB-C docks and accessories for enterprise, education, and home use. The California-based accessory maker is known for its premium docks, hubs, and adapters for Apple products as well as high-end PCs like the Microsoft … [Read more...] about HYPER unveils new Works with Chromebook USB-C lineup
