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Chrome 54 Arrives on Dev Channel for Desktop
The Developer channel of Chrome for desktop has updated to version 54 on the heels of Chrome OS 53 moving to the Beta channel. Along with bug fixes, security patches and enhancements, the Chrome Release change log contains a number of additions and updates for Android apps and webVR. … [Read more...] about Chrome 54 Arrives on Dev Channel for Desktop
Quick Tips: Keyboard Shortcuts for Your Chromebook
Last week we talked about trackpad gestures on your Chromebook. Today we are going to cover a few keyboard shortcuts you can use to make your Chrome experience even more productive. While I'm sure most of your are familiar with the traditional shortcuts(i.e., ctrl+c to copy, ctrl+v to paste, ctrl+a … [Read more...] about Quick Tips: Keyboard Shortcuts for Your Chromebook
Chromebooks: Why I’m a Believer
May I rant for a moment? I will admit, a bit ashamedly, my first experience with a Chromebook was met with a fair amount of doubt and a dash of apprehension. At the time, I was working for a major Automobile group in Central Kentucky and was rarely more than an arms reach away from my Lenovo … [Read more...] about Chromebooks: Why I’m a Believer
Charles Schwab Implementing Chromebooks
Chromebooks have had a slow and arduous fight to gain market share in the business sector. Companies have long relied on network capabilities and software designed for platforms that have longer track records. Those days may soon be coming to an end. … [Read more...] about Charles Schwab Implementing Chromebooks
App of the Week: Soundtrap
Soundtrap is a cloud-based digital audio workstation(DAW) that allows you to create and record music online. The app allows you to collaborate with other musicians anytime, anywhere. It works across multiple platforms including Chrome OS, Mac, Windows, Linux as well as Android devices. Since all of … [Read more...] about App of the Week: Soundtrap
Ookla Adds Official Speedtest Extension for Chrome
Speedtest by Ookla is pretty much the go-to tool for testing internet connection speeds. Their web-based Speedtest has become, for the most part, the industry standard. Its popularity and widespread use have even birthed Speedtest Awards, which uses the results from testing to present a list of … [Read more...] about Ookla Adds Official Speedtest Extension for Chrome
Chrome OS 52 Arrives on Stable Channel
Chrome OS has updated to version 52 on the Stable channel. As usual,the new version brings with it a handful of bug fixes, security updates and feature enhancements. As posted on the Chrome Release Blog yesterday, Chrome OS 52 also brings with it these notable changes. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 52 Arrives on Stable Channel
Could Project Soli Be the Next Evolution in Chromebooks?
[youtube id="0QNiZfSsPc0" align="center" mode="normal" autoplay="no"] As reported earlier today by +Robby Payne, hover track pad technology is now being tested in Chrome OS. If you haven't had a chance, check out the original article here. One of our readers, +Dominic Powell, was so kind to point … [Read more...] about Could Project Soli Be the Next Evolution in Chromebooks?
Setup Up Smart Lock On Your Chromebook
Setting up Smart Lock on your Chromebook allows you to sign in or unlock your device with one click. With your Android phone nearby, there's no need for repeatedly inputting your password. I personally like this feature because I am on the go a lot. Logging in and out of my Chromebook countless … [Read more...] about Setup Up Smart Lock On Your Chromebook
Gestures: Everything You Didn’t Know Your Chromebook Could Do
If you have used a Chromebook for any amount of time, I'm sure you've familiarized yourself with Chrome's somewhat unique track pad gestures. I, myself, was a devoted Windows user for the better part of two decades and avoided Apple products like the plague. The only time I ever touched a MacBook … [Read more...] about Gestures: Everything You Didn’t Know Your Chromebook Could Do
App of the Week: Pixlr Touch Up
When it comes to photo editors, we've tried more than we can count. While there are a lot of great choices out there for Chromebook users, very few offer robust options in an offline editor. Autodesk's Pixlr Touch Up has been around for a few years now and is by far one of my favorite … [Read more...] about App of the Week: Pixlr Touch Up
