Chromebooks are great fleet devices thanks to their budget-friendly price, streamlined management, and top-notch security features. With hundreds of customizable policies available in the Google Admin Console, IT administrators have the power to tailor the Chromebook experience to perfectly fit … [Read more...] about 5 ways to improve your corporate Chromebook experience
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Understanding how and when to use ‘Help me write’ on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
Of the new features that were unveiled at Google's latest Chromebook event, 'Help me write' is likely the one most people are talking about. With all the AI jargon going around these days, it can be easy to misunderstand how some of these new tools actually work, so we wanted to clarify a few things … [Read more...] about Understanding how and when to use ‘Help me write’ on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
The ChromeOS foundation is shifting to the Android kernel
In what is some pretty significant news today, Google has announced that the process is beginning to bring Android and ChromeOS fare more in-line than ever before by embracing parts of the larger Android stack - the Android Linux kernel and Android Frameworks - as a part of the foundational … [Read more...] about The ChromeOS foundation is shifting to the Android kernel
Google needs to make iPhone compatible with the Chromebook Phone Hub
With the big WWDC keynote from Apple this week, a thought I've been having for a long time was resurfaced as I watched Apple announce new features for MacOS that we've had on Chromebooks for a while. One of the particular new features that rejuvenated this train of thought for me was the addition … [Read more...] about Google needs to make iPhone compatible with the Chromebook Phone Hub
How Steam is running these days on a Chromebook
It's been quite a while for me on this one. With NVIDIA GeForce NOW being so good, I've largely lost the appetite for seeing Steam games on Chromebooks finally emerge from the shadows of Beta. I still would love the idea of having a few titles right on my device and really love the concept of … [Read more...] about How Steam is running these days on a Chromebook
Chromebook AI wallpapers are fun as long as you don’t have a QHD or 4K screen
Like many other Chromebook owners, I've been playing around with some of the fun, new AI tricks we have on Chromebook Plus models since the update to ChromeOS 125. One of the new features I was pretty excited for is the new AI-powered wallpaper picker that allows users to create unique, colorful … [Read more...] about Chromebook AI wallpapers are fun as long as you don’t have a QHD or 4K screen
Why ‘Ciri’ might be the first Chromebook tablet with a great camera
I've made this sort of proclamation about devices in the past, so I do want to be careful with what I'm about to say. However, overwhelming evidence points to 'Ciri' - the upcoming Chromebook tablet powered by the newly-announced MediaTek Kompanio 838 - likely having a vastly-improved camera … [Read more...] about Why ‘Ciri’ might be the first Chromebook tablet with a great camera
Cameyo officially joins Google to bring legacy apps to ChromeOS
In a pretty significant development for the ChromeOS ecosystem, Google has announced the acquisition of Cameyo, a leader in virtual application delivery (VAD). This strategic move reinforces Google's commitment to providing a seamless and efficient experience for users who rely on both legacy and … [Read more...] about Cameyo officially joins Google to bring legacy apps to ChromeOS
You can try the Chromebook ‘App Mall’ now in ChromeOS 125
Back in March, news began to circulate about a new 'App Mall' coming for Chromebooks that would help simplify and unify app discovery in ChromeOS. With the ability for Chromebook users to get apps from a few different places in a few different ways, a single source for great Chromebook apps makes a … [Read more...] about You can try the Chromebook ‘App Mall’ now in ChromeOS 125
Yes, you can get 12-months of Gemini Advanced with older Chromebook Plus models
Since last week, I've been struggling with one specific part of Google's new announcements around Chromebook Plus and ChromeOS: the free offering of Google One AI Premium (which includes Gemini Advanced) to users who purchase a new Chromebook Plus model. With a presentation that really pounded … [Read more...] about Yes, you can get 12-months of Gemini Advanced with older Chromebook Plus models
The ‘Meet Chromebook’ landing page gets an overhaul and new intro video
This week is most definitely a time of renewal for Chromebooks and ChromeOS. With the event last week in New York that saw Google unveil new Chromebook hardware along with an absolute load of new features, there's a fun buzz around Chromebooks right now that we frankly don't normally see. And I … [Read more...] about The ‘Meet Chromebook’ landing page gets an overhaul and new intro video
ChromeOS 125 enables multiple calendars in Quick Settings
I cannot even explain to you how happy I am right now! For months, I've been waiting on the new multi-calendar feature to arrive on ChromeOS. Following the development in the Chromium Repositories, flipping on flags, and hoping for the best, I've been excitedly expecting this new feature to really … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 125 enables multiple calendars in Quick Settings
