With Chrome OS 55 hitting all channels in the last week, it is time to start looking ahead to the release of Chrome OS 56. And this one looks to be an interesting one, indeed. … [Read more...] about Why Chrome OS 56 Will Be A Big Deal
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Chrome OS and Android Not Merging – Sorry Andromeda
A few months ago, there was a massive amount of news surrounding the oft-assumed merger of Chrome OS and Android into a new OS called Andromeda. While we wrote extensively that we saw no real reason for this merger, rumors persist from time to time. So do statements straight from Google SVPs, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS and Android Not Merging – Sorry Andromeda
Password Freeze Bug Fixed in Chrome OS 55
Since all the way back in September, the password manager in Chrome has been broken for many folks. For me, this service has been the primary location I've stored passwords for the past few years. The inability to access those passwords has been pretty terrible, but it looks to be resolved now! … [Read more...] about Password Freeze Bug Fixed in Chrome OS 55
New Chromebook Convertible ‘Snappy’ To Have Stylus, Apollo Lake
We haven't done this little dance for a bit, but here we are again unveiling yet another Chromebook on the scene. While we await all the devices before it, 'Snappy' may jump right into the mix running and we'll tell you why. … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Convertible ‘Snappy’ To Have Stylus, Apollo Lake
Google Wifi Unboxing and Setup
We just received our Google Wifi and have been seriously excited about getting it all set up and running here in the office where we can truly tax its performance. The results will follow in a review, but for now, check out the video of a beautifully-boxed device that sets up as easy as anything … [Read more...] about Google Wifi Unboxing and Setup
SOLD: Buy A ‘LIKE NEW’ HP Chromebook 13 G1 for $399 – From Chrome Unboxed
As we see many, many Chromebooks come and go around here, I thought we'd try something a bit different with the HP Chromebook 13 G1 we have here. It is in 'like new' condition and has all original packaging and charger along with it. … [Read more...] about SOLD: Buy A ‘LIKE NEW’ HP Chromebook 13 G1 for $399 – From Chrome Unboxed
Holiday Deal Alert: Chromecast Is $25 At Office Depot
It's the holiday season and we are in full swing! While deals come and go, this one (and others before it) makes for a great gift at a super-low price. Useful, cool, tech-infused stocking stuffers? Yes! … [Read more...] about Holiday Deal Alert: Chromecast Is $25 At Office Depot
Chromebooks Make Phone Calls? T-mobile’s ‘Digits’ Will Make It Possible
T-mobile has announced a new service called Digits that will allow its customers to use their phone numbers across all their devices, taking phone calls and making texts from whatever screen is in front of them at the time. … [Read more...] about Chromebooks Make Phone Calls? T-mobile’s ‘Digits’ Will Make It Possible
Affordable Chromecast Audio Speaker: Sony h.ear Go Review
Today, we are taking a quick look at Sony's h.ear go wireless speaker. This device comes equiped with not only bluetooth, but Chromecast Audio casting ability baked right in. What that means for users is without any extra, wired attachments, we get clean, clear, casted audio over wifi with … [Read more...] about Affordable Chromecast Audio Speaker: Sony h.ear Go Review
Samsung Chromebook Pro Not Alone: Many Stylus-Enabled Chromebooks Coming
While we are all eagerly awaiting the full arrival of the Samsung Chromebook Pro, it looks like there are many more stylus-toting Chromebooks on the horizon. Though we've talked about 'Caroline' (the Samsung Chromebook Pro's Skylake sibling) and 'Pbody' (what is surely the Lenovo Yoga Book) at … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Not Alone: Many Stylus-Enabled Chromebooks Coming
Chromecast Ultra Gets More 4K Content Via Google Play
As exciting as the Chromecast Ultra is, its release came with one very large drawback: no available 4K content from its maker. Google looks to have remedied this, however, as we are now seeing some 4K content finally hit the Play Store. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ultra Gets More 4K Content Via Google Play
Google Shops Chromebook Displays Are Encouraging
Google Shops have been popping up in Best Buy and Curry's PC World stores in Canada and the UK, showing off Google's latest wares like the Pixel, Daydream, and Google Home. One addition to these Shops that has us very encouraged is the selection of Chromebooks on offer. … [Read more...] about Google Shops Chromebook Displays Are Encouraging
