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New Chromebook ‘Dedede’ begins development with rumored 10nm Intel Jasper Lake processor
As of late, it looks like Google, Intel and hardware manufacturers are working hard to get Chrome OS on to a similar roadmap as other operating systems. With two new devices already on board with Project Athena, it's an exciting time for Chrome OS fans as devices are now enjoying the same … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Dedede’ begins development with rumored 10nm Intel Jasper Lake processor
Three models of the “Not Pink” Pixelbook Go are now available and shipping
Over the weekend, we received an email from a reader letting us know that he has been on Best Buy's waitlist for the Not Pink Pixelbook Go and that he had received confirmation that the 4K model was in-store and available for him to pick up. After chatting back and forth, we both agreed that this … [Read more...] about Three models of the “Not Pink” Pixelbook Go are now available and shipping
Flagship Chromebooks from CES 2020 all get extended to 8+ years of automatic updates
There's no denying that this year's CES was a big show for Chromebook users. We saw the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook, the ASUS Chromebook Flip C436, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet, and the Lenovo Flex 5. Of these four Chromebooks, three of them are what we would consider the … [Read more...] about Flagship Chromebooks from CES 2020 all get extended to 8+ years of automatic updates
Official Steam support could be headed to Chromebooks
I have been a Steam gamer for about as long as I can remember and ever since I got my hands on my first Chromebook (the 3G HP Chromebook 14), I've longed for a simple way to play games like Day of Defeat on Chrome OS. Thank goodness for Crouton. It was hacky, for sure but it made my Chromebook a … [Read more...] about Official Steam support could be headed to Chromebooks
How Intel’s Project Athena is powering the future of Chromebooks
At CES 2020 during Intel's keynote, the chip maker spent a great deal of time discussing and outlining the progress made on the Project Athena front with 25 devices already in the market and at least 25 more planned for 2020. They took the time to not only outline exactly what the Project Athena … [Read more...] about How Intel’s Project Athena is powering the future of Chromebooks
Crostini Linux disk space resizing is coming to Chrome OS
In its current state, the Crostini project that brought Linux containers to Chrome OS still feels a bit rough around the edges. It has come a long way and it is viable for a number of use-cases but it isn't without its shortcomings. One such deficiency is the fact that Crostini when installed, … [Read more...] about Crostini Linux disk space resizing is coming to Chrome OS
Lenovo launches second Chrome OS Tablet alongside refreshed EDU Chromebooks
CES 2020 is a wrap but we've barely scratched the surface of all the Chrome OS devices that will land this year. In a little under a week, educators and tech companies will converge on London for the annual BETT conference where the latest classroom technology will be on display for the world to … [Read more...] about Lenovo launches second Chrome OS Tablet alongside refreshed EDU Chromebooks
The Pixelbook Go arrives in the U.K.
10th Gen Comet Lake Chromebooks are headed our way and soon, we'll have our hands on some of the most premium hardware to ever grace the Chrome OS ecosystem. All that considered, Google's Pixelbook Go is still the King of Chromebooks in the eyes of many and now, our friends across the pond can join … [Read more...] about The Pixelbook Go arrives in the U.K.
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 pricing, specs and release date
Last week, at CES 2020, we had the unique opportunity to spend some hands-on time with Lenovo's latest convertible Chromebook. The Chromebook Flex 5 joined the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook and the ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 as the first official devices to feature 10th Gen Intel Comet Lake processors. … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 pricing, specs and release date
Completely new tablet gesture UI coming in Chrome OS 80 [VIDEO]
The timing for a big tablet UI overhaul like the one we're showing you today makes perfect sense if you've been following along with us during our time in Las Vegas for CES 2020 last week. At the show, we saw some insanely compelling new Chromebooks in the form of the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook, … [Read more...] about Completely new tablet gesture UI coming in Chrome OS 80 [VIDEO]
Lenovo Deals: $150 off the Yoga Chromebook, $100 off smart displays plus 10% site-wide cashback
We've wrapped up CES 2020 and it looks like there are a ton of new Chromebooks headed our way this year. That doesn't mean you have to wait to get your hands on some premium hardware that will serve you well for years to come. The Lenovo Yoga Chromebook still has 5+ years of automatic updates left … [Read more...] about Lenovo Deals: $150 off the Yoga Chromebook, $100 off smart displays plus 10% site-wide cashback
