Earlier this year, Hyper – a premium Works with Chromebook partner – announced two Type-C accessories that would allow you to extend the capabilities of your Chrome OS workstation. The HyperDrive 14-port docking station and the HyperDrive 5-port USB-C hub will finally be available in November and October respectively. Additionally, a USB-C to ethernet adapter […]
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Just like that, USI styluses are everywhere
Hard to believe that it has been more than two years since we uncovered the first signs of the Universal Stylus Initiative in the Chromium repositories. Since that time, Google has gone all-in on USI pen technology and presented Chrome OS as a massive springboard for the universal protocol that allows Chromebook owners to use […]
Continue ReadingSay “Hey, Google” and you might get a Home Mini for $10
If you had told me that Google still sold the original Home Mini smart speaker, I would have double-checked to see if you were joking. Ages ago, the Google Home Mini was supplanted by the smarter Nest Mini that features decently improved audio quality. Regardless, it appears that Google must have a stockpile of the […]
Continue ReadingLogi Dock is a Chrome OS-compatible docking station for the 21st Century
Work from home. Hybrid workforce. New normal. COVID-19 has made these household terminologies as we rethink how we work and learn in a world that’s still figuring out how to manage in the midst of a pandemic. There are no words that can fully describe the weightiness of what our world has experienced over the […]
Continue ReadingGoogle and Avocor create new hardware for Meet whiteboarding harmony
Work from Home means something entirely different than it did just two years ago. The new hybrid workforce and modular classroom environments have reshaped the way we communicate, learn and collaborate. Seeing the need to evolve with this changing landscape, Google has partnered with Avocor to create a new line of Jamboard-esque displays that bring […]
Continue ReadingGoogle’s Bluetooth Fast Pair UI being tested in the Chrome OS 94 Dev Channel
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 settings screens are still […]
Continue ReadingLenovo’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 to when located in a more intimate […]
Continue ReadingDocked 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 […]
Continue ReadingWasserstein 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. Right now, you can pick up the Google Nest Cam (battery) Anti-Theft Mount, […]
Continue ReadingGrab 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 you want the best […]
Continue ReadingTake 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 […]
Continue ReadingWhat 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. It features an AMD processor […]
Continue ReadingDeal 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 and a […]
Continue ReadingThese 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 and form factor. Now, there’s a new […]
Continue ReadingCTL 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 smallest school district to the largest enterprises. This week, the company […]
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