It feels like we've been talking about better Bluetooth, improved Bluetooth, or fixing Bluetooth on Chromebooks for far too long. We have our suspicions that Bluetooth is going to get a major fix in the form of Bluetooth 5.0 in future Chromebooks as we've previously reported. That fix looks to … [Read more...] about New ‘Hatch’ Chromebooks will get a major Bluetooth upgrade with WBS
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This Core i3 Chromebook is WAY too good to be $279
We featured this Chromebook deal a few days ago but I felt that it deserved a second visit for a couple of reasons. The first reason is the price. Walmart knocked $100 off the already inexpensive Core i3 Acer Chromebook 715 but now, you can get if for even less. $279 will score you a 15.6" Full HD … [Read more...] about This Core i3 Chromebook is WAY too good to be $279
Four more 8-Core MediaTek Chromebooks on the way
I'm not saying that we've given up on the hopes of seeing a Qualcomm-powered Chromebook arrive by CES but at this point, I'm not holding my breath. The inexplicable delay of Snapdragon devices could very well help secure MediaTek's market share of the Chrome OS space as development moves forward on … [Read more...] about Four more 8-Core MediaTek Chromebooks on the way
[Update: Now $99] Deal Alert: This Chromebook is perfect for kids and it’s only $110!
If you're looking for a Chromebook that can stand up to the abuse of the little ones and handle everyday tasks of most youngsters, this is the best deal around. The second-generation Lenovo Chromebook 100e features the ARM-powered MediaTek processor that Lenovo has used very successfully in a number … [Read more...] about [Update: Now $99] Deal Alert: This Chromebook is perfect for kids and it’s only $110!
[Updated] Crazy Deal: Get this 15.6″ Full HD, Core i3 Chromebook for an unheard-of $299
There will be no shortage of great Chromebook deals in the coming days as we approach the biggest shopping day of the year but this Chromebook could be one of the cheapest "premium" devices we've ever seen. The Acer Chromebook 715 debuted in New York back in April but didn't officially hit retail … [Read more...] about [Updated] Crazy Deal: Get this 15.6″ Full HD, Core i3 Chromebook for an unheard-of $299
New Chromebooks launching in the next few months will finally bring Bluetooth 5.0 to Chrome OS
Chrome OS has definitely gone through its share of growing pains over the years. From big issues in printing to janky Android app inclusion, the developers behind Chrome OS have overcome many stumbles and issues to get the OS where it is today. That isn't to say the experience is without its … [Read more...] about New Chromebooks launching in the next few months will finally bring Bluetooth 5.0 to Chrome OS
Turn your phone into a folding Chrome OS tablet: Meet castAway™
Over the past few years, we've spilled a fair amount of digital ink talking about what a Chrome OS phone could or should look like. (If someone were to take the initiative to make one.) For the most part, I've imagined a device that looks and functions just like any other smartphone, only running … [Read more...] about Turn your phone into a folding Chrome OS tablet: Meet castAway™
How to fix the Disney+ Android app layout on a Chromebook
Yesterday, Disney+ was unveiled to the world and around our office, at least, it was absolutely the center of interest. For many, just logging into Disney+ and realizing the sheer volume of great content that sits before you is reason enough to be buzzing just a bit. With new shows like The … [Read more...] about How to fix the Disney+ Android app layout on a Chromebook
Chromebooks will soon list “End of Life” in the settings menu
The Auto Update Policy (End of Life date) for Chromebooks and Chrome devices has been undergoing some major overhauls as of late as Google works to extend the expiry date of more than one hundred models. Now that users are getting more life out of their machines, Google is now making the End of Life … [Read more...] about Chromebooks will soon list “End of Life” in the settings menu
Google makes the right choice for final Virtual Desks gesture navigation
In most functional ways, Google's Virtual Desks for Chrome OS fully arrived in the latest version: Chrome OS 78. With all the animations, features and new set of keyboard shortcuts now available to users right out of the box, Virtual Desks feels nearly complete. We talked briefly about the last, … [Read more...] about Google makes the right choice for final Virtual Desks gesture navigation
New 8th Gen Intel Chromebase ‘Endeavour’ begins development
You don't really hear much about Chromebases these days. Honestly, most consumers are probably unaware that the Chrome operating system even offers and AIO (All in one) form-factor. For enterprises, an all-in-one Chromebase can be a cost-effective alternative to pricier Windows models. Acer's latest … [Read more...] about New 8th Gen Intel Chromebase ‘Endeavour’ begins development
Chrome OS 78 Continued: YouTube picture-in-picture and split browser settings
Chrome OS 78 is officially rolling out for users and you can find the "official" features found in this release by checking out the announcement here. As we expected, there were a few more features that came along for the ride and 9to5Google has already spotted a couple of them. Split Settings … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 78 Continued: YouTube picture-in-picture and split browser settings
