The fine folks over at 9to5Google have unearthed a very interesting tidbit in their latest APK teardown that hints at Google's Allo messaging service receiving a few updates that could really help adoption of Allo by many more users. … [Read more...] about Allo May Soon Enable Multi-Device, Google Account Linking
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New Chromebook Videos By Google Show Up On YouTube
We wrote not long ago about a bunch of new, awesome YouTube videos (which are also TV spots) showing up on YouTube in the official Chromebook Channel. They are quick, informative, and well-made. Sure, some people aren't huge fans of the "You Chromebook" slogan, but it works to deliver the … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Videos By Google Show Up On YouTube
Chromebooks To Get Dictation Throughout Chrome OS Soon
In a recent article from Chrome Story, we've learned that system-wide dictation is set to come to Chrome OS in the future. The commit we're looking at today is 10 days old at this point and makes it quite clear that this is the initial version and is a prototype. That being said, don't hold your … [Read more...] about Chromebooks To Get Dictation Throughout Chrome OS Soon
Talk To Santa With Google Home, Assistant
Now that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are firmly in the rear-view mirror, the holiday season is now fully upon us. For many families, Santa Claus plays a big part of the festivities and traditions that envelop the month of December. Whether it is stories of presents delivered, cartoons on the … [Read more...] about Talk To Santa With Google Home, Assistant
Trackpad Pinch Zoom Working on Pixelbook, Samsung Chromebook Pro, Plus
We reported on pinch zoom being worked on for four Chromebooks back in August: The 2015 Chromebook Pixel, Samsung Chromebook Pro, Plus, and the Pixelbook (known as 'Eve' at the time). Since that time, we've not really had much movement on this feature and, to be honest, somewhat forgot about … [Read more...] about Trackpad Pinch Zoom Working on Pixelbook, Samsung Chromebook Pro, Plus
The Pixelbook Internals Are An Engineering Feat
The Pixelbook, by pretty much any standard, is a brilliant piece of hardware. It is slim, light, fast, and has superior construction. I'd put it up against any other laptop hardware and guarantee it stands toe-to-toe with it. The outer workings of the device can be checked out in their fullness … [Read more...] about The Pixelbook Internals Are An Engineering Feat
Sellers Beware: PayPal Can Be Your Worst Nightmare
It's that time of year, isn't it? The time when we buy, sell, and gift all sorts of things with those we love. It can be a great time to find great deals on things you've been waiting months on purchasing. It can be a great time to sell some things you've been ready to get rid of, giving someone … [Read more...] about Sellers Beware: PayPal Can Be Your Worst Nightmare
Google Pixelbook vs. Samsung Chromebook Pro
Arguably the most-requested comparison we've ever had is between the Samsung Chromebook Pro and the newly-released Pixelbook. For good reason, these two devices make a very, very interesting comparison. With their similar screens, fast internals and dedicated pens, a comparison video was … [Read more...] about Google Pixelbook vs. Samsung Chromebook Pro
The Chrome Cast: The Chrome Unboxed Podcast, Episode 4
In this episode of The Chrome Cast, we talk the biggest news in the Chromebook and Assistant space, including: … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast: The Chrome Unboxed Podcast, Episode 4
Microsoft Office Lands on Chromebooks Everywhere
The journey to seeing Microsoft Office actually land on Chromebooks has been a bit of an odyssey. When the Play Store began showing up on select Chromebooks over a year ago, this was one of the key things many users were very interested in seeing. As the ASUS Chromebook Flip was the first out of the … [Read more...] about Microsoft Office Lands on Chromebooks Everywhere
ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 Review
Oh how a couple years changes things. Just over two years ago, Chrome Unboxed (as a website news outlet) didn't exist, our videos were simple cellphone-on-a-tripod shots, and the landscape of Chromebooks was much, much different. For instance, The ASUS Chromebook Flip C100 came on the scene as … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 Review
Android Game Developers: Please Enable Keyboard & Mouse Controls For Chromebooks
This is a case of the title saying it all. I do want to take a second and explain why I think it is a big deal, but there are no spoilers here. I'm making an open plea to game developers on Android to please, please, please start making games where full keyboard and mouse input is an option. … [Read more...] about Android Game Developers: Please Enable Keyboard & Mouse Controls For Chromebooks
