The trail that has led to Virtual Desks finally rolling out in Chrome OS 78 has been a long one. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad the team took the time to get this new feature fully-formed before actually introducing it to the world. Though we've been talking about Virtual Desks for nearly the … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 78 finally added virtual desks, but you’ll need to do this to fully leverage them
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Google breathes new life into more than 100 Chromebook models new and old
Now that painful printing is becoming a thing of the past for Chrome OS, it looks like Google is set to tackle what is arguably the next biggest gripe of Chromebook users. The Chrome OS Auto Update Policy (a.k.a., End of Life policy) was once of little concern to most users for the plain and simple … [Read more...] about Google breathes new life into more than 100 Chromebook models new and old
Chrome OS 78 arriving with easier printing, Virtual Desks, Click to Call and more
Chrome OS M78 should be rolling out any time now and when it arrives, it will bring some new and updated features that should make Google's desktop operating system more user-friendly in a variety of ways. The latest version will be headed our way over the next few days and here's a look at what to … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 78 arriving with easier printing, Virtual Desks, Click to Call and more
2019 Black Friday Preview: Chromebooks, Smart Clocks and more
Halloween is officially behind us and for many people, that means it's time to start thinking about holiday shopping. More specifically, Black Friday. Crazy as it may sound, the biggest shopping day of the year is a mere four weeks away and we're already starting to see upcoming deals around the … [Read more...] about 2019 Black Friday Preview: Chromebooks, Smart Clocks and more
Chromebook sales are booming as Android app usage grows 300%
It doesn't take a research team to see the plain and simple fact that Chromebooks are becoming more popular with consumers. In 2019 alone, we've seen nearly fifty Chrome devices hit the market and a ton more on the way in the coming months. Compare that to just over one hundred models in the span of … [Read more...] about Chromebook sales are booming as Android app usage grows 300%
Thunderbolt 3 is on the way to Chrome OS and newer Chromebooks
Thunderbolt 3 is a staple addition to many devices outside the Chrome OS world. Macbooks and Windows devices come with it in many of the higher-end models and peripheral manufacturers have created a small ecosystem of fantastic devices that fully leverage the USB-C standard in a wide variety of … [Read more...] about Thunderbolt 3 is on the way to Chrome OS and newer Chromebooks
New account switch Material Design UI rolling out to Google’s web services
Google is rolling out an update to the account switch UI on the web for all its services. Whether logged into Google Docs, Gmail, Google.com or any other Google property, you can click on your avatar and see a new, more-Google-y fly-out menu. … [Read more...] about New account switch Material Design UI rolling out to Google’s web services
CTL opens pre-orders for the best Core i3 Chromebox deal on the market
Oregon-based CTL is undoubtedly the best-kept secret in the world of high-quality, cost-effective Chromeboxes and Chrome OS-related products. Since the launch of their original Celeron-powered CBX1 Chromebox in March of 2018, they've been busy expanding their Chrome OS desktop line and now they've … [Read more...] about CTL opens pre-orders for the best Core i3 Chromebox deal on the market
Google Photos now accessible in Chrome OS Files app…sort of
Google is so close to closing the gap when using a Chromebook and Google Photos. For many users, Google really ruined the slightly-confusing workflow that allowed Chromebook users to access their Google Photos directly from the Chrome OS Files app when they removed the sync between Photos and … [Read more...] about Google Photos now accessible in Chrome OS Files app…sort of
HP’s other USI-capable Chromebook is now available
USI (Universal Stylus Initiative) devices are most certainly an emerging tech. While there are some big-name players on board with the cross-device technology, finding computers the feature USI compatibility is still a tough task to take on. Getting your hands on an actual USI-capable stylus is even … [Read more...] about HP’s other USI-capable Chromebook is now available
The budget-friendly HP Chromebook x360 14 with Universal Stylus support is now available
In late September, HP announced new additions to their X360 Chromebook lineup that ushers in a new era of devices that support the Universal Stylus Initiative. Computers with this technology will enjoy the advantage of being able to use any stylus that utilizes USI 1.0 tech which makes them very … [Read more...] about The budget-friendly HP Chromebook x360 14 with Universal Stylus support is now available
Massive deals on two massive Chromebooks
Last week, we saw the price of Lenovo's 4K Yoga Chromebook drop to a near all-time low at just a penny shy of $640. This week, that deal just got a little sweeter. From now until the end of the day tomorrow, you can pick up the 15.6" UHD Yoga convertible for only $620.99 when you use the promo code … [Read more...] about Massive deals on two massive Chromebooks
