After a long, somewhat impatient wait, the Google Play Store and Android Apps have finally begun to arrive on select Chromebooks in the Stable Channel. The update, posted just moments ago, confirms that the stable channel for Chrome OS has been updated for the Acer Chromebook R11 and the ASUS Flip. … [Read more...] about Google Play Store & Android Apps Finally Arrive For Chromebooks On Stable Channel
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Another MediaTek MT8173 Chromebook Coming: Meet Hana
As new Chromebook season is about to hit us full-force, we've seen very little development of ARM-based devices, apart from the hopes of seeing the Rockchip-based 'Kevin' sometime in the near future. The only real next-generation, non-Intel device we've seen is the recently announced Acer Chromebook … [Read more...] about Another MediaTek MT8173 Chromebook Coming: Meet Hana
Quick Tips: Request Tablet Mode For Chrome
So you got yourself an ASUS Flip or an Acer R11. Maybe you've even dared to explore Android Apps on your convertible. There are a lot of great apps available to take advantage of the unique form-factor that is quickly becoming all the rage in the Chrome world. But what about browsing the web in … [Read more...] about Quick Tips: Request Tablet Mode For Chrome
Move Over Skylake – Kaby Lake is on the Way
Support for Intel's 7th generation of Core processors (Kaby Lake) has recently been added the development of Chromium OS. This comes as no surprise as Kaby Lake is the next in line behind the current Skylake processors being used in higher-end Chromebooks like the HP 13 G1. We haven't seen a lot of … [Read more...] about Move Over Skylake – Kaby Lake is on the Way
Samsung Touts Chromebook: Powered by Android
It's no secret that Android Apps will soon be coming to millions of Chromebooks all around the world. We were a little disappointed this week when Chrome OS 53 arrived on the stable channel sans the Play Store. But this is no reason to feel downtrodden. The fact is, Android Apps are on the way and … [Read more...] about Samsung Touts Chromebook: Powered by Android
Chrome OS Verified Access Brings Enterprise Security to a New Level
With a little over 5 years under their belts, Chromebooks have made a large footprint in the Education sector and now are beginning to build steam in the retail consumer demographic as well. One area the Chrome OS-based devices have been slow to catch on is the Enterprise sector. This has always … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Verified Access Brings Enterprise Security to a New Level
Image Resizing Coming to Chrome OS
Earlier this week an article popped up in my Google Now that literally made my day. OMG!CHROME! posted "You’ll Soon Be Able to Resize Images in the Chrome OS Photo Editor." I was ecstatic for 2 reasons. One, I had literally just closed Pixlr from resizing an image for a thumbnail photo. As much … [Read more...] about Image Resizing Coming to Chrome OS
First Ever Apollo Lake Chromebook? ‘Amenia’ Begins Development
Another new Chromebook? Absolutely! It seems not a day goes by that we don't find evidence of a new device, hardware or some other bit of tantalizing news from the world of Chrome OS. While it seems that Braswell-based Chromebooks are having their moment in the sun, Intel's next generation of Atom … [Read more...] about First Ever Apollo Lake Chromebook? ‘Amenia’ Begins Development
Cite This For Me: Web Citation Chrome Extension
Cite this for Me extension for Chrome is an awesome addition for any blogger, student or would be author. The add-on allows you to create citations directly from a website with just one click. With support for the 4 most popular references, you can quickly add APA, Chicago, Harvard or MLA citations … [Read more...] about Cite This For Me: Web Citation Chrome Extension
New Lenovo Convertible Skylake Chromebook: Say Hello To ‘Pbody’
As if the list of upcoming Chrome OS devices wasn't enough to keep us on the edge of our seats, the truth of the matter is that we've only just begun. With hardware such as active stylus pens and fingerprint scanners, the world of Chromebooks as we know it has turned a new, exciting corner. As … [Read more...] about New Lenovo Convertible Skylake Chromebook: Say Hello To ‘Pbody’
Google Wants a Safer Web
Google has been very proactive when it comes to creating a safer web environment for users. In 2014 they announced that websites with a secure HTTPS URL would receive a slight boost in search rankings. Then, is December of 2015 Google increased its favor for secure sites by tweaking their indexing … [Read more...] about Google Wants a Safer Web
Chrome 53 Brings Performance Boost, Reduced Power Usage and More
Chrome users have a reason to rejoice today. Tuesday, Google Chrome's Chris Cameron posted some very interesting test results comparing Chrome 46 to the current desktop version, Chrome 53. The most exciting being the improved battery life for users across the board. In one example, Chris stated that … [Read more...] about Chrome 53 Brings Performance Boost, Reduced Power Usage and More
