Google's flagship Pixel 7 Pro, in my humble opinion, is the best Android smart phone to come out of 2022. With its unique design, it stands out in a crowd of slab devices that have honestly become a little boring. No other phone harnesses the Android ecosystem quite like the Pixel family and that's … [Read more...] about Grab the premium Pixel 7 Pro at mid-range prices
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Smart Home Deals: Save up to $150 on Nest and Google TV products today only
Yesterday, we shared the news that Google was ending support for the original Chromecast from 2013. Coincidentally, today has brought us some killer deals on some Google TV devices that will help you upgrade that old device and save some serious cash in the process. Along with some great deals on a … [Read more...] about Smart Home Deals: Save up to $150 on Nest and Google TV products today only
7 new Android features arriving this month
This morning, Google has announced the quarterly Android feature drop and this one includes some very useful features for phones, tablets and even Wear OS devices. The updates lean heavily to the Wear OS side of things but there are some very interesting additions to Android that I'm sure many users … [Read more...] about 7 new Android features arriving this month
The OG Chromecast has received its last firmware update
It's hard to believe that it has been just shy of ten years since Google released the first Chromecast device. While the Chromecast name is nearly synonymous with Google's long line of video and audio streaming dongles, the first iteration of the Chromecast laid the groundwork for an entire … [Read more...] about The OG Chromecast has received its last firmware update
Take up to $120 off this 12th Gen Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i
For the past three years, Lenovo has quietly made one of the most budget-friendly flagship Chromebook 2-in-1 devices on the market. The Flex 5 or Flex 5i Chromebook started as a 13.3" device that features the latest Core i3 from Intel, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage on the model that was readily … [Read more...] about Take up to $120 off this 12th Gen Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i
Memorial Day Chromebook Deals 2023
Memorial Day 2023 is here and for many, that means cookouts, opening the pool and of course, holiday shopping. Before we get into that, I just wanted to take a moment to recognize why we here in the U.S. celebrate this day. Today is the day that we remember those that paid the ultimate price that we … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Chromebook Deals 2023
Google is bringing Nvidia RTX GPUs to Chromebooks
Google is not relenting in trying to make ChromeOS the operating system for the masses. With more and more devices arriving and more features being added on a very consistent basis, the young OS has become extremely versatile but there's still plenty of room for more. One area, in particular that … [Read more...] about Google is bringing Nvidia RTX GPUs to Chromebooks
Criminal IP launches AI-based Chrome Extension to battle phishing, malware, and ransomware
Malicious scams such as phishing, malware, and ransomware continue to evolve and have become a critical concern to users around the globe. To address this issue, Criminal IP, an OSINT-based search engine, made an exciting announcement introducing the launch of a Chrome extension called Criminal IP … [Read more...] about Criminal IP launches AI-based Chrome Extension to battle phishing, malware, and ransomware
Grab this Pixel Tablet predecessor for only $80
Early hands-on with Google's upcoming Pixel Tablet from a wide array of reviews appears to be very positive at this point. While we won't have our hands on the new Pixel device for a few more weeks, we are hopeful that Google has created a unique and viable product that consumers will actually want … [Read more...] about Grab this Pixel Tablet predecessor for only $80
New analyst data shows virtual apps beat virtual desktops on ChromeOS
It goes without saying that the COVID-19 pandemic produced serious long-term effects on the labor force. In the blink of an eye, millions of employees were forced into navigating off-site, work-from-home, and hybrid work models. The burden to reinvent how the workforce could remain productive while … [Read more...] about New analyst data shows virtual apps beat virtual desktops on ChromeOS
AMD unveils new 7020 C-series for mid-range Chromebooks
Earlier this month, a new Chromebook appeared on Dell's website that is carrying an unannounced new processor from AMD. I presume that the new Ryzen 5 7520 would be a direct competitor for Intel's 12th Gen processors found in many of the current flagship devices on the market. I was partially … [Read more...] about AMD unveils new 7020 C-series for mid-range Chromebooks
Google is coming to delete your unused Gmail account
Back in 2020, Google announced an update to the company's dormant account policy. Included in the update was the end of unlimited storage for high quality photos. As it pertains to dormant accounts, Google stated that accounts that aren't active for two years or longer may have their files deleted … [Read more...] about Google is coming to delete your unused Gmail account












