Not long ago, we came across a small scrap of evidence that the possibility for detachable Chromebooks was real. That evidence was very slim, but hopeful. We now have something much more concrete. … [Read more...] about Detachable Chromebook Tablets: More Proof They Are Coming
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Samsung Chromebook Pro Could Change The Consumer Chromebook Landscape
We've spilled much digital ink over the Samsung Chromebook Pro here at Chrome Unboxed. Being the source for all things 'Kevin' before 'Kevin' became the Chromebook Pro, we also were the starting point for the big reveal of Samsung's next big thing in Chromebooks. Right along with you, we are … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Could Change The Consumer Chromebook Landscape
Samsung Chromebook Pro’s 3:2 Display: Why It Matters
For about a decade, widescreen monitors have been the de facto standard for most laptops and desktop screens. Their aspect ratios have changed here and there, but the widescreen display has been a long-standing staple in our collective computing concious for long enough to simply become … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro’s 3:2 Display: Why It Matters
Chromebook Tablet With Detachable Keyboard On The Horizon?
The introduction of the Google Play Store to Chrome OS has created a void in the hardware market that manufacturers appear to be working quickly to fill. What once was a market of cost-effective devices with a few high-end, somewhat overkill machines (no offense Pixel LS), is rapidly becoming a … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tablet With Detachable Keyboard On The Horizon?
‘Kevin’ Is The Samsung Chromebook Pro: Up For Pre-Order: UPDATED
You read that right! The long-talked-about Chromebook, known only as 'Kevin' up to this point, has broken through. Available for pre-order right now from Adorama and outfitted with a beautiful landing page that shows it off, the Samsung Chromebook Pro (remember that little survey?) looks to be all … [Read more...] about ‘Kevin’ Is The Samsung Chromebook Pro: Up For Pre-Order: UPDATED
If It Looks Like A Duck: More Evidence That ‘Pbody’ May Be The Chrome OS Lenovo Yoga Book
There's an old saying - "if it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck." A recent commit in the Chromium repository has me performing the "duck test" on a newly discovered device codenamed 'Pbody'. We original found this device and discovered it … [Read more...] about If It Looks Like A Duck: More Evidence That ‘Pbody’ May Be The Chrome OS Lenovo Yoga Book
Chrome Update Significantly Reduces Memory Usage
Great news for user of Google's Chrome web browser. In an upcoming release of the wildly popular browser, Chromium developers have stated the update will bring as much as a 50% reduction of RAM usage over the current Chrome 53 version. … [Read more...] about Chrome Update Significantly Reduces Memory Usage
Could This Be the Lenovo Yoga Book: Chrome OS Edition?
We like to speculate about new devices and features. We love to dream about the perfect Chromebook and never-before-seen hardware on a Chrome OS device. But, we also try to keep an open mind and objective eye when seeking out upcoming devices and development. We spend a TON of time reading … [Read more...] about Could This Be the Lenovo Yoga Book: Chrome OS Edition?
More Active Stylus Varieties Coming To Chromebooks
It's been a bit since we last talked about Chromebooks and the addition of stylus inputs. You can read here about what we found back this summer in regards to 'Kevin' having a confirmed stylus input. It looks like other boards/devices will be getting in on the stylus action as new types of Wacom … [Read more...] about More Active Stylus Varieties Coming To Chromebooks
What’s in a Board? The Making of a Chromebook
Around Chrome Unboxed we talk about new devices a lot. We get a little giddy every time we come across a possible new Chromebook or upcoming technology for Chrome OS. In our never-ending search, we come across terms such as baseboard, mainboard and overlay. But what does it all mean? … [Read more...] about What’s in a Board? The Making of a Chromebook
Google Play Store & Android Apps Finally Arrive For Chromebooks On Stable Channel
After a long, somewhat impatient wait, the Google Play Store and Android Apps have finally begun to arrive on select Chromebooks in the Stable Channel. The update, posted just moments ago, confirms that the stable channel for Chrome OS has been updated for the Acer Chromebook R11 and the ASUS Flip. … [Read more...] about Google Play Store & Android Apps Finally Arrive For Chromebooks On Stable Channel
Quick Tips: Request Tablet Mode For Chrome
So you got yourself an ASUS Flip or an Acer R11. Maybe you've even dared to explore Android Apps on your convertible. There are a lot of great apps available to take advantage of the unique form-factor that is quickly becoming all the rage in the Chrome world. But what about browsing the web in … [Read more...] about Quick Tips: Request Tablet Mode For Chrome
