In an update we received late yesterday evening, we were made aware that HP has launched 4 new Chromebooks - 2 standard, 2 Plus - that have varying availability dates from right now until May 2024. There are two clamshell models and two convertibles with each form factor getting a standard version … [Read more...] about HP unveils 4 new Chromebooks with 2 new Plus models included
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ChromeOS 123 is here with some nice customization tricks
According to a quick peek over at cros.tech, it looks like the vast majority of Chromebook users should now have the ability to update to the latest version of Chrome OS 123 on their devices. The only notable device I see that is still on 122 is the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34. Whatever small hiccup … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 123 is here with some nice customization tricks
Huge savings on the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 at Costco
One of the new Chromebook Plus models from Acer has been an interesting device to say the least. Only available at Costco, the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is one that many users may never come across unless they are members of a local Costco store. And that's a bit of a shame as you'll soon see in … [Read more...] about Huge savings on the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 at Costco
Chrome for Android is getting a new ‘Tab Declutter’ trick
Is 'declutter' even a real word? Regardless of whether it is or not, you know what we're talking about, here. Declutter conjures up images of cleaning up, organizing, and introducing organization to an otherwise disorganized thing. If you're like many Chrome users out there (you know who I'm … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android is getting a new ‘Tab Declutter’ trick
The excellent ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 hits lowest price of 2024
Our final Chromebook Plus review is already filmed and in the editing process, so to say I know a thing or two about these new devices from Google at this point is a bit of an understatement. I've thoroughly spent time with each of them and one thing is consistent across the board: the overall … [Read more...] about The excellent ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 hits lowest price of 2024
Google accidentally shares time frame for RCS coming to iPhone
Google has "accidentally" dropped a clue on its Android website that suggests Apple might moving to implement their promised RCS implementation this fall according to a report from 9to5 Google. While the news that Apple is bringing RCS to iMessage isn't new, per se, finally having a date attached … [Read more...] about Google accidentally shares time frame for RCS coming to iPhone
The ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip isn’t Chromebook Plus, and that hurts
This morning, a massive deal arrived that saw the powerful, well-equipped ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip drop in price all the way down to just $599.99. That $270 savings is significant because price has been one of the primary reasons many potential Chromebook buyers have likely passed on this … [Read more...] about The ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip isn’t Chromebook Plus, and that hurts
The monster ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip is only $599.99 right now
Finally! Debuted at CES 2023 and released in late February right after, the ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip is a device that I've been very happy with since it showed up. What's not to like? It gets nearly every part of the high-end Chromebook experience right, it doesn't have any major flaws, and … [Read more...] about The monster ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip is only $599.99 right now
It’s time for Chromebook app streaming to arrive on Samsung phones
With Chromebooks, there's not a ton of pressure on users to own a Pixel phone to get all the best Chromebook+Smartphone features, but there is a little bit of that. Depending on how you utilize something like App Streaming from your phone to your Chromebook, the Phone Hub feature difference between … [Read more...] about It’s time for Chromebook app streaming to arrive on Samsung phones
The Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus extended sale price changes things
Each week that passes, I'm more and more baffled by the long-standing, ongoing sale that is happening for the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus. Frankly, it doesn't make sense for a Chromebook this good to be at a price this low for this long. But here we stand a full 40 days from when this deal … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus extended sale price changes things
Unboxing and trying the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk [VIDEO]
We've already talked quite a bit about the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk here on Chrome Unboxed and on the Chrome Cast Podcast, but things are a bit different now: it's actually in the office. And in this video, we not only take a look at the design and quality of the components that make up the … [Read more...] about Unboxing and trying the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk [VIDEO]
Chrome is finally optimized for ARM-powered Windows laptops
ARM-powered Windows laptops are about to get a big boost in the browsing performance category thanks to a new collaboration between Google and Qualcomm that has culminated in the release of an optimized version of Chrome built specifically for ARM-based Windows machines. Like we've had with … [Read more...] about Chrome is finally optimized for ARM-powered Windows laptops
