Robby's initial review of the Chromebook Flip C433 showed us that ASUS' dumbed-down version of the C434 was a bit of a mixed bag. While it features the same relatively powerful internals, the build quality left a little something to be desired. That doesn't necessarily mean it's not a good … [Read more...] about At $379, the ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 is finally worth a look
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Monster Deal: This Core i5 HP Chromebook 15 is priced to sell
If you're looking to get your hands on a powerful Chromebook that's great for productivity, the HP Chromebook 15 w/numeric keypad is a great option. We've seen various configurations of this device on sale off and on over the past few months but the Core i5 model has been the easiest to recommend … [Read more...] about Monster Deal: This Core i5 HP Chromebook 15 is priced to sell
How to install Signal Desktop Messenger on your Chromebook
Messaging apps come in more flavors than Baskin Robbins' Ice Cream and most people have a personal favorite. Personally, I'm a WhatsApp kind of guy. I use Android Messages on my phone and my Chromebook a lot of conversations but the majority of my chats, work and home-related, take place in WhatsApp … [Read more...] about How to install Signal Desktop Messenger on your Chromebook
Darktable: How to install this Lightroom alternative on your Chromebook
In today's installment of the Command Line, we're going to take a look at a serious photo editor that is not only free but can be a viable alternative to Adobe's popular Lightroom. While I don't fancy myself a professional photographer, I've had a number of people ask about this app. After doing a … [Read more...] about Darktable: How to install this Lightroom alternative on your Chromebook
The Chrome Cast 51: Android App overhaul on Chrome OS and Google Assistant reads the internet
This week on The Chrome Cast we discuss the state of Android Apps on Chrome OS and what ARCVM means for the future of the platform. Before we dig into that, we cover Google's cancellation of the annual I/O conference and the effect that the Coronavirus is having on the tech industry in general. … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 51: Android App overhaul on Chrome OS and Google Assistant reads the internet
Three ways to install Blender 3D software on your Chromebook
We've talked a lot lately about Linux apps on Chrome OS and the plausibility that Chromebooks could eventually be able to run resource-hungry applications such as full-fledged video editors like Davinci Resolve. Now, we're still a little ways out from that becoming a reality but if and when Crostini … [Read more...] about Three ways to install Blender 3D software on your Chromebook
Chrome OS 80 reverted to 79: should you downgrade? [Update: Chrome OS 80 is back]
Update: Shortly after publishing this article, the release server for Chrome OS has updated again and it looks like Chrome OS 80 has returned. Whatever the problem was, I presume Google has addressed it and the update contains a fix. Shortly after posing the question "What happened to Chrome OS … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 80 reverted to 79: should you downgrade? [Update: Chrome OS 80 is back]
Google may be fixing my biggest gripe about its smart speakers
It's hard to believe but it has been nearly four years since Mario Queiroz took the stage at I/O and announced the first Google Home speaker. That speaker put down the foundation for what is now a growing expanse of Nest and third-party devices all powered by the Google Assistant. Over time, Google … [Read more...] about Google may be fixing my biggest gripe about its smart speakers
Google drops MSRP of the Pixel Slate and throws in the Pen and keyboard
Not once have I ever stated that the Pixel Slate was a bad device. As a matter of fact, it is an amazing and inspiring piece of hardware that is capable of running Chrome OS as well as just about any Chromebook. Our biggest gripe about Google's tablet-first Chromebook has always been the price. Yes, … [Read more...] about Google drops MSRP of the Pixel Slate and throws in the Pen and keyboard
How to get the newest version of Libre Office on Chrome OS
Well, I was planning on taking the rest of the evening off but the people have spoken and I am obliged to answer. My most recent post from our Command Line series detailed the steps to install the latest version of Mozilla's Firefox browser to replace the default Extended Support Release that comes … [Read more...] about How to get the newest version of Libre Office on Chrome OS
Install the latest version of Firefox on your Chromebook with Nano
As the story is told, George Mallory was asked: "Why did you want to climb Mount Everest?" His reported response would forever go down in the annals of history. "Because it's there." Slightly less famous is my response to the question, "why are you installing all of these apps on your Chromebook?" … [Read more...] about Install the latest version of Firefox on your Chromebook with Nano
Deal Alert: Score this monster Core i5 HP Chromebook and save $200
Before long, we'll be treated to a healthy variety of the latest generation of Chromebooks powered by 10th Gen Comet Lake processors from Intel. As excited as we are about some of these new devices, the current generation of flagship-caliber Chromebooks still has a lot to offer and sales like this … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Score this monster Core i5 HP Chromebook and save $200
