For some, like us, the 2018-2019 school year is underway. As more and more students head back to the classroom, the time to grab a new Chromebook is now and we've got some deals to save you a little dough. Pixelbook Google's flagship Chromebook has been consistently on sale via Amazon for the past … [Read more...] about Back To School Chromebook Deals 2018
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Chrome OS 68 Arriving For Almost Everyone Else
Last week, Chrome OS version 68 started rolling out to a number of devices but, as with most releases lately, a large number of Chromebooks and Chromeboxes did not receive the update immediately. Almost immediately, we started fielding comments and emails from users expressing discontent that their … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 68 Arriving For Almost Everyone Else
Linux Apps Coming To Older Braswell Chromebooks
The addition of Linux apps to Chrome OS via the Crostini Project seems to be expanding at an exponential rate lately. Google has been content not sharing any insight into the project apart from the advantages it brings to developers but the latest update points at a larger target than just techies … [Read more...] about Linux Apps Coming To Older Braswell Chromebooks
Will Samsung “Unpack” A New Chromebook Today?
In a little over an hour, Samsung will take the stage an unveil the latest addition to the Galaxy Smartphone lineup. The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will likely bring few if any surprises to the table as details, specs and rumors of the device have been swirling around the web for months. Along with … [Read more...] about Will Samsung “Unpack” A New Chromebook Today?
Acer Chromebook Tab 10 Now Available From Amazon
Our contacts at Acer reached out last week to clarify that the world's first Chrome OS Tablet was specifically designed for educational use. However, thanks to reseller channels, there are still a few places you can get your hands on one. Today, Amazon joined that short list. … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Tab 10 Now Available From Amazon
Chrome OS 68 Begins Rolling Out w/High Res Image Camera Support and More
The accelerated development of the Crostini Project and Linux apps on Chrome OS is a promising sign that we may see the new features come to the Stable channel for more users in the very near future. If we're lucky, we might see Crostini move to the Stable channel in the next major update to … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 68 Begins Rolling Out w/High Res Image Camera Support and More
Debian Linux Packages Now Working In Chrome OS Developer Channel
A recent update to the experimental Canary Channel of Chrome OS brought about the ability to install Debian packages with a simple double-click. The only prerequisite being you are on a Chromebook or Chromebox that has support for the Crostini Project. … [Read more...] about Debian Linux Packages Now Working In Chrome OS Developer Channel
Chrome OS Can Now Install Debian Linux Packages
A few weeks back, I was tinkering around in the Canary channel and through some hacky loops and multiple attempts, I was able to install a Linux installer that allowed me to launch Debian(.deb) Linux packages on my Chromebox. Granted, the workaround was in vain as I got Steam up and running just … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Can Now Install Debian Linux Packages
Upcoming ARCore Update Brings Augmented Reality To Chrome OS
Back in May of this year, Google launched a major update to their classroom-oriented Expeditions platform that added Augmented Reality to the VR learning program. Being that Chrome OS has become so widespread in the education sector, it was no surprise when Android Police uncovered the addition of … [Read more...] about Upcoming ARCore Update Brings Augmented Reality To Chrome OS
Acer Chromebook 13 And 13 Spin Release Announced
When the Acer Chromebook 13 and 13 Spin were unveiled in New York, we were given a tentative release date of September and it looks like the Chromebook giant is going to be spot on for that launch window. Announced this morning, Acer's latest flagship offerings will first be made available … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 13 And 13 Spin Release Announced
New Chromebook Video Takes A Jab At “The Other Guys”
Yesterday, Robby shared some great insight into a new video released by Google on the Chromebook YouTube Channel. The growing support of Chromebooks from the developer community is a very positive sign that Chrome OS is being treated as a legitimate operating system in a market dominated by Windows … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Video Takes A Jab At “The Other Guys”
This Pixelbook Deal Is Still The Best Chromebook For The Money
If you were lucky enough to snag the new HP Chromebook x2 for $519 last week, I'd say you probably picked up one of the best deals of 2018 on a Chromebook. The price on the detachable Chromebook has since gone up to $539 which is still a great deal in my opinion. Unfortunately, HP is "out of stock" … [Read more...] about This Pixelbook Deal Is Still The Best Chromebook For The Money
