I have to admit, Lenovo has my loyalty when it comes to smart displays. We have a Nest Hub in our home but my tiny Lenovo Smart Clock is my favorite device when it comes to an Assistant-enabled display. However, Lenovo's slightly larger and even more capable 7" display has quickly become our … [Read more...] about Double down with $70 off a pair of Lenovo Smart Displays
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How to play Minecraft Bedrock on your Chromebook
A couple of months back, the Android version of Mojang's wildly popular Minecraft blocked from being used on Chromebooks. At that time, it wasn't clear as to why the sandbox video game was no longer compatible with Chrome OS. However, the reason became very clear with Microsoft's recent announcement … [Read more...] about How to play Minecraft Bedrock on your Chromebook
Deal Alert: Grab this 15.6″ FHD Acer Chromebook and save $100
If you're like countless consumers, you are likely quite aware that there is a severe shortage of Chromebooks and other PCs. Due to explosive demand and massive delays in production, late model Chromebooks are all but impossible to find and if you do luck out and find one, you will probably pay an … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Grab this 15.6″ FHD Acer Chromebook and save $100
Play GeForce Now in your browser, no Chromebook needed
Earlier this week, NVIDIA dropped a bomb on the gaming world by releasing the web-based version of GeForce Now. Much to the surprise of many, the service that lets you bring your games with you didn't arrive for browsers of any flavor. Instead, NVIDIA made our day by launching GeForce Now as a … [Read more...] about Play GeForce Now in your browser, no Chromebook needed
MX Linux: Installing the #1 Linux distro on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
We've been doing a lot of tinkering around Chrome Unboxed as of late. With a recent update to the Linux container on Chrome OS, a number of Chromebooks can now leverage QEMU/KVM to run secondary operating systems via a virtual machine. All of this can be done locally on your Chromebooks internal … [Read more...] about MX Linux: Installing the #1 Linux distro on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
How to install Roblox Studio on a Chromebook
School is or will soon be underway for millions of students and I'm sure that countless parents and teachers have already fielded eager inquiries about playing Roblox. Like Minecraft, Roblox is an insanely popular game that allows users to create their own games and worlds for others to enjoy. … [Read more...] about How to install Roblox Studio on a Chromebook
From Zero to Hero: Zoom nabs official support for Google Smart Displays
If you aren't familiar with Zoom, I will go ahead an presume that you've been living in a cabin somewhere high in the mountains for the past nine months. I would also say to you, you've probably fared better than many have in 2020 and I wouldn't blame you if you decided to return to that cabin. All … [Read more...] about From Zero to Hero: Zoom nabs official support for Google Smart Displays
[Update: Google Store] The other 3 Pixel Bud colors are now available and shipping
Well, we presumed it would happen very soon and now, it looks like the day has arrived. August 20th was the date set for Google to start shipping the budget-friendly Pixel 4a and many in the tech world postulated that the folks in Mountain View would quietly release the three long-overdue color … [Read more...] about [Update: Google Store] The other 3 Pixel Bud colors are now available and shipping
Google Store Easter egg foreshadows demise of the Nest App
Google is close to wrapping up its month-long run of "Daily Specials" and while the deals haven't been anything to write home about, Fred Armisen's videos are worth stopping by the Google Store for a quick laugh. One of the recent promotions featured a discount on the installation of a Nest x Yale … [Read more...] about Google Store Easter egg foreshadows demise of the Nest App
Grab this Chromebox PC with keyboard and mouse for only $243
I'm back at it this morning to continue our efforts in finding decent Chrome OS devices that are actually available and affordable. Many students have already made their return to the classroom and virtual learning environment while many more will head back in the coming weeks. Sadly, a lot of … [Read more...] about Grab this Chromebox PC with keyboard and mouse for only $243
Educator Alert: Get a Google Jamboard and save $2500
We've never had the opportunity to fully review Google's interactive Jamboard for EDU and Enterprise but I have seen them in action in the classroom. Not only that, we've tinkered with using the Jamboard app on Chrome OS and honestly, the collaboration tools are pretty cool and well-polished. If I … [Read more...] about Educator Alert: Get a Google Jamboard and save $2500
Chromebooks are scarce but the Lenovo Duet is back in stock, for now
Yesterday, we spent a good hour and a half trying find any Chromebooks that are in stock and actually worth buying. Needless to say, our efforts were not greatly rewarded. The unfortunate truth is that PCs, in general, are in short supply at retailers across the country. Since Chrome OS dominating … [Read more...] about Chromebooks are scarce but the Lenovo Duet is back in stock, for now
