Though this time of year is usually a bit slow when it comes to new Chromebook development, we’re seeing a new SoC from AMD hit the repositories. Generally in Q4, it’s all about new hardware releases and deals on existing Chromebooks, but there are years when this time of year also sees the inclusion of […]
Continue ReadingHow to extract text from images with your Chromebook and Google Lens
One of the coolest technologies released over the past few years has been the ability to scrape text off of images with Google Lens. It’s been around for a bit, and though its become pretty commonplace to be able to pull off a trick like this on your phone, its only recently become a feature […]
Continue ReadingThe unlocked Pixel 6a drops to crazy-low price of $299 (33% off) in the wake of Pixel 7
As we move into the holiday buying season, deals are everywhere. That won’t stop anytime soon, but I feel like this deal on the Pixel 6a may not be eclipsed even by the wildness of Q4 price cuts. With an MSRP of $449, a drop of $150 is a pretty big deal for any piece […]
Continue ReadingWhy short vertical video trends excite me for the upcoming Chromebook Google Photos video editor
Google promised us a Chromebook-specific video editor for Chromebooks this fall, so you know we are eagerly awaiting that arrival. While ChromeOS has grown in so many ways over the years, simple video edits have never really been a part of that growth trend. And while I don’t hate the online video editing options out […]
Continue ReadingThe Ringke Slim Case for Pixel Watch is shipping and ours just arrived [VIDEO]
I don’t get too excited about accessory deliveries these days. Most times I have a package on the way with something in it from a company like Ringke, its for a new phone and it is likely going to be a case that looks, feels and performs just as I’d expect it to. That’s not […]
Continue ReadingThe first legit metal link watch band for the Pixel Watch is nearly here
Over the past couple of weeks, Ringke has put out a few accessories for the Pixel Watch that none of us really saw coming. Of the chief concerns for Google’s new wearable, the long-term durability is definitely at the top of many people’s lists. Though the Pixel Watch looks gorgeous and feels fantastic on the […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 196: 120Hz gaming on GeForce NOW and loving the Pixel Watch
This week on The Chrome Cast, our discussion mainly revolved around some real world reactions to services and hardware that have shown up in the past couple weeks. Between the new gaming Chromebooks, GeForce NOW providing 120Hz gaming for Chrome, a Pixel Buds Pro firmware update, and actually spending some time using the Pixel Watch […]
Continue ReadingIf you use Virtual Desks on Chromebooks, you’re really going to love this change
If you are anything like me, you use and love Virtual Desks on your Chromebook. As I type this right now, I’m in a situation where I’m writing away from my desk and only have my single screen in front of me. Sure, this 16-inch QHD panel is a large palette to work from, but […]
Continue ReadingA look at the current state of GeForce NOW on gaming-focused Chromebooks [VIDEO]
A few years ago, we made a video highlighting the arrival of NVIDIA’s then-new GeForce NOW game streaming service on Chromebooks. It was a big moment as the first real competitor to Google’s own Stadia finally showed up with a proper web-based version and ever since that point, GeForce NOW has always been in the […]
Continue ReadingPSA: Your Pixel Watch won’t charge with a Qi wireless charger
Smartwatches – in general – all tend to come with their own version of wireless charging. From Apple Watch to Galaxy Watch to Fitbits, the way wearable tech tops off the battery differs one to the next, and that is most definitely the case with the new Pixel Watch as well. Though Google never said […]
Continue ReadingA visual overhaul is on the way for the ChromeOS system tray calendar widget
One of the newer features in ChromeOS is the addition of the split clock and date in the system tray. Not only does this give users a quick-glance way to see both the date and time on their Chromebook, it also provides a seamless way to get both the quick settings and calendar widgets to […]
Continue ReadingWe just put a 3rd-party 20mm watch band on the Pixel Watch [VIDEO]
For the past few days, there’s been a bit of conversation about the fact that the leather band for the Pixel Watch actually has a pretty standard-looking lug attached. I’ll be honest, after a day of using the Pixel Watch, my first thought was, “Why is there no one making a standard lug attachment for […]
Continue Reading‘Zombie’: Another Snapdragon 7c+ Gen 3 Chromebook enters development
In what feels like serendipitous timing with Halloween right around the corner, a new Chromebook sporting the yet-unreleased Snapdragon 7c+ Gen 3 has begun development, making this the 5th device in production with this newer, more-powerful Snapdragon SoC on board. It wasn’t that long ago that we finally linked the internal name for this processor […]
Continue ReadingA new protective bumper case for the Pixel Watch emerges, looks awesome
I don’t want to put the cart before the horse on this one, but I really like the look of this new bumper case. Coming in four colors – clear, matte black, chrome, and rose gold – this second protective sleeve from Ringke comes alongside their currently-sold-out metal version and undercuts the price by a […]
Continue ReadingMore specs emerge for the upcoming foldable Pixel Notepad
With the latest Pixel hardware event now in the rear-view mirror, it is time to look forward again. Around here, there’s nothing more interesting in Google’s upcoming hardware collection than the Pixel Notepad – Google’s first attempt at a folding phone. We’ve discussed it many, many times before here at Chrome Unboxed, and in light […]
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