Google is pushing forward with Allo despite the general malaise that surrounds the latest effort at a messenger from the search giant. As we’ve discussed before, we like Allo just fine around here, but it feels half-baked at this point with a few very key features missing. At least one of those ailments is about […]
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Another Detachable Chromebook? ‘Soraka’ Begins Development
Just another fine day in the world of Chrome OS. This week’s find is what appears to be the emergence of yet another Skylake-powered tablet device.
Continue ReadingChromebooks Lose Go-To Benchmark Octane: What Now?
Octane, the benchmark we’ve used to compare Chromebook performance since the very early days, is no longer being maintained. There are good reasons and we’ll get into those, but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t upset that this long-standing Chrome OS benchmark test is going away.
Continue ReadingI might actually use Android Apps on my Chromebook
I have been following the integration of Android and ChromeOS since it was merely a rumor (check out these posts). Overall, I have been underwhelmed by the addition of Android apps on my Chromebook.
Continue ReadingChrome OS 57 Finally Arrives for Samsung Chromebook Plus And Others
For those of you left out in the cold with the release of Chrome OS 57, we have some great news. Reports are rolling in of Samsung Chromebook Plus users receiving the latest update to version 57.0.2987.146.
Continue ReadingChromebooks Evolved: Is A Chrome OS Phone In Our Future?
Chromebooks are entering a new phase in their life cycle. Not ‘just a browser’ any longer, these devices are gaining abilities and use-cases that just a few years ago were not possible with a Chromebook. There are many factors involved in Chrome OS’ maturation, one of those being Android Apps, and many factors at play […]
Continue ReadingCan ARM Chips Seize The Mid-range Chromebook Market?
The landscape of the Chrome OS world is changing and evolving at a rapid pace. New devices are being developed with never before seen features for Chromebooks. What used to be the norm for mid-range and high-end Chromebooks is taking on a new look with faster chipsets and new form-factors have completely uprooted what was […]
Continue ReadingThe Untimely Demise Of The Chrome OS Lenovo Yoga Book: ‘Pbody’ Is Dead
It’s been some time since we talked about our old friend ‘Pbody’. What was expected (and for the most part confirmed) to be the upcoming Chrome OS version of the Lenovo Yoga Book unveiled at IFA Berlin in September of last year, ‘Pbody’ appeared to be getting all its loose ends tied up in preparation for […]
Continue ReadingChromebook Accessories: Google’s Got Jokes
Google Cardboard for your new Samsung Chromebook Plus? Yeah, Google’s got you covered. Their new line of Chromebook accessories showed up on the Keyword Blog this evening and there’s really only one thing to be said;
Continue ReadingUse A Chromebook As A Square Register
If you own a coffee shop, gift store, or some other small business that exchanges money on a daily basis, it turns out a Chromebook with a touch screen could be your next option as a point of sale.
Continue ReadingSamsung Galaxy S8, DeX Desktop, & Chromebooks
If you’ve been online at all today, you’ve surely seen Samsung’s latest flagship phone, the Galaxy S8. It is beautiful and Samsung is doing a few interesting things with it, including a desktop dock called DeX.
Continue ReadingAndroid Apps Available In Beta Channel For HP Chromebook 13 G1
I’ve just recently procured an HP Chromebook 13 G1 for the second time since its release. With a deal we covered a few days ago on refurbished units from Woot!, I couldn’t help myself. To make this deal even sweeter, this Chromebook has joined the company of Chromebooks to have Android apps available in the […]
Continue ReadingChrome OS 57: Enable PIN Unlock On Your Chromebook
According to the Chrome Releases blog, when Chrome OS 57 rolled out, PIN Unlock became a thing on all Chromebooks. The only problem? It is a bit tough to find.
Continue ReadingChrome Extension Spotlight: Help Your Favorite Charity With Smile Wide
This weeks spotlight is a very “charitable” extension that will let you donate to your favorite organization by just shopping on line like you normally would. Smile Wide is a Chrome extension that automatically turns non-affiliate Amazon links into Amazon Smile links.
Continue ReadingMicrosoft One Drive Bug In Chrome OS And Linux Fixed
Earlier this week, users of Microsoft’s One Drive file-hosting service reports nearly unusable speeds when using the application in conjunction with Chrome OS and Linux. Developers were quick to address the issue and have since repaired the problem.
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