Just yesterday, we talked about Google prepping a streaming, cloud-based gaming platform. This new service, codenamed Yeti, is nothing more than a pile of rumors at this point. Signs are certainly pointing to this whole initiative being real and hopefully coming soon, but for the time being it is … [Read more...] about Vortex: High Quality Chromebook Cloud Gaming Without Apps Or Plugins
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Google Duo Getting Multi-Device Support, Account Linking In v27
Just about a month ago, we reported on a tweet from Justin Uberti that seemed to confirm Chromebook support for Google's video messenger, Duo. There wasn't explicit understanding at the time how this new function would become a reality, only a confirmation that Chromebooks could use Duo at some … [Read more...] about Google Duo Getting Multi-Device Support, Account Linking In v27
Display Size For External Displays Incoming For Chrome OS
In general, Chrome OS is an operating system that just works and gets out of your way. Sure there are limitations and there are things that don't work from time to time, but for the most part, if your workflow can exist inside a Chromebook's limitations, you will find yourself loving the experience … [Read more...] about Display Size For External Displays Incoming For Chrome OS
Chrome OS 64 Begins Rolling Out
Chromebook users rejoice! The Chrome Release Blog just announced the arrival of Chrome OS version 64 and along with it a list of new features. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 64 Begins Rolling Out
Chromebooks And Containers: New Features Sighted
A few months back, there was quite a buzz around the work being done surrounding containers being run on Chrome OS. Since that time, there hasn't been much news on that front but we've stumbled upon some new signs that suggest the project is alive and well. … [Read more...] about Chromebooks And Containers: New Features Sighted
Chromebooks To Get Split Screen Tablet Support For Android Apps
It wasn't too long ago that we reported a new feature that appeared in the Dev Channel of Chrome OS: split-screen operation in tablet mode. The feature is pretty necessary for all the upcoming detachables and tablets that we are tracking. Being forced to run everything in full-screen when not … [Read more...] about Chromebooks To Get Split Screen Tablet Support For Android Apps
Did Acer Just Out The First Chrome OS Tablet At BETT?
The annual BETT show is well underway in London and while we've seen some fairly expected Chromebook announcements, news just rolled across my Twitter feed that completely blindsided me and I am STOKED! … [Read more...] about Did Acer Just Out The First Chrome OS Tablet At BETT?
Go-Box Chrome: Mass Chromebook Deployment In A Box
K-12 IT Administrators are often faced with the daunting task of deploying hundreds or even thousands of Chromebooks in a very short amount of time to prepare for the upcoming school year. One at a time can be an exhausting undertaking while paying for white glove services can quickly become taxing … [Read more...] about Go-Box Chrome: Mass Chromebook Deployment In A Box
Mobicip: Supervised User Alternative For Chromebooks And Much More
If you have found yourself looking for an alternative to the abruptly deprecated Chrome Supervised Users, Mobicip may be exactly what you're looking for especially if you are homeschooling or looking to monitor and restrict web activity for your family. I know there are a number of options out … [Read more...] about Mobicip: Supervised User Alternative For Chromebooks And Much More
Google Now Offers Audiobooks and They Work With Google Home
Over the course of many years, Google has slowly and steadily ventured deeper into the content game through the Google Play Store. Sure, this is where we get our beloved Android apps, but Google Play has become a one-stop shop for almost all my media purchases at this point. That is a huge step … [Read more...] about Google Now Offers Audiobooks and They Work With Google Home
BETT 2018: Google And Neverware Revive Old Computers
Late last year, Google stepped in to back Neverware's latest round of investment funding and in doing so, reinforced the validity and sustainability of the Cloud Ready product that breathes life back into old PC and Mac devices. This year, at London's annual Bett Show (formerly known as the … [Read more...] about BETT 2018: Google And Neverware Revive Old Computers
3D Gaming On Chromebooks With Unity and WebGL
One of the constant knocks on Chromebooks is the lack of gaming options. The Chrome Web Store was never really much help and the web-based nature of the OS in general has made the implementation of 3D games quite slow. As Android has now invaded the Chromebook space, gaming has picked up … [Read more...] about 3D Gaming On Chromebooks With Unity and WebGL
