If you're a regular reader here on Chrome Unboxed, then you will no doubt recall how much I love Google's Tab Groups feature for Chrome. I've been tracking it for quite some time, and get excited whenever I see new features appear for it. Not only can you auto-create tab groups, but you can also … [Read more...] about Chrome is preparing to let you lock Tab Groups to prevent accidental changes to them
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Exclusive: Lenovo is launching an 11th Gen Tiger Lake 13.3″ Chromebook
At this point, it isn't TOO surprising when we hear of a new Tiger Lake-powered Chrome OS device hitting the market. That said, there are a handful of Chromebooks that we think very highly of and when a new iteration arrives, it gets us very excited. One such device happens to be Lenovo's Chromebook … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Lenovo is launching an 11th Gen Tiger Lake 13.3″ Chromebook
‘What’s New in Chrome OS’ at Google I/O makes a great case for developing for Chromebooks
Starting out by highlighting the explosive growth of Chromebooks across the board, the What's new in Chrome OS keynote didn't do much to give us a bunch of info we didn't already know, but it did a great job of combining much of what we've been talking about here at Chrome Unboxed over the past few … [Read more...] about ‘What’s New in Chrome OS’ at Google I/O makes a great case for developing for Chromebooks
The Tiger Lake HP Chromebook x360 14c is available at Best Buy but you shouldn’t buy it
HP quietly refreshed its popular Chromebook x360 14c a few weeks ago and from the looks of it, the 14" convertible should look and feel just like its 10th Gen Comet Lake predecessor. The two notable changes are the 11th Gen Core i3 processor that is proving itself to be a powerhouse and an upgrade … [Read more...] about The Tiger Lake HP Chromebook x360 14c is available at Best Buy but you shouldn’t buy it
Google’s new Material You design language is coming to Chromebooks, too
While the Google I/O Keynote was chock full of new services, AI progress, and and amazing tech like LaMDA that allows for conversations with Pluto, there were hidden nuggets in there for Chromebook users if you were paying attention for the full 2 hours. One of the biggest consumer-facing sections … [Read more...] about Google’s new Material You design language is coming to Chromebooks, too
Google I/O Keynote shows Chromebook Phone Hub getting a great new feature
The first Google I/O 2021 Keynote has wrapped up and there wasn't really a whole lot on offer from a hardware perspective. With a clear focus on AI and services, Google I/O wasn't too concerned with showing off minute, new features on Chrome OS or Android, but one upcoming feature did slip in as … [Read more...] about Google I/O Keynote shows Chromebook Phone Hub getting a great new feature
OpenShot brings official Linux video editor to Chromebooks
Seeing how the foundation of Chrome Unboxed is built very much on Chrome OS and cloud computing, we are huge fans of the open web and ever-evolving tools that come with the territory. That said, there is one particular area that Chrome OS is still lacking and I'm afraid that we are still a few years … [Read more...] about OpenShot brings official Linux video editor to Chromebooks
Chromebooks really should add a dialog box to confirm sign out for multiple users
It's that time of the week again - I'm going to pick a feature in Chrome OS and complain about how I wish it were slightly different. No, in all honesty though, I'm constantly thinking about the user experience on my Chromebook and how it can be improved. I truly want Google's operating system to … [Read more...] about Chromebooks really should add a dialog box to confirm sign out for multiple users
Enabling Linux for your managed Chromebooks
The Linux container on Chrome OS still feels a bit "Beta" in my opinion but it does offer up some useful additions to the Chromebook toolbox. Apart from giving you a new set of productivity tools, the terminal is a great way to learn your way around the Linux command-line interface. Whether you're … [Read more...] about Enabling Linux for your managed Chromebooks
Future Chromebooks may have built-in noise-canceling
Chrome OS has emerged from the pandemic as a productivity-focused platform that continues evolving to meet the ever-expanding needs of remote workers, students, and consumers alike. Chromebook users now have access to Linux applications, Android apps, powerful online web apps, and even virtual … [Read more...] about Future Chromebooks may have built-in noise-canceling
3 weeks late, Chrome OS 90 is finally rolling out to all eligible Chromebooks
It has been three weeks and two days since Google formally announced the arrival of Chrome OS 90 and in that time, we've talked a good bit about this update, what's in it, what flags are safe to use with it, and the fact that it has been MIA for a very specific, very important group of Chromebooks. … [Read more...] about 3 weeks late, Chrome OS 90 is finally rolling out to all eligible Chromebooks
Which Chromebox is the best value?
The Chrome Unboxed EDU Week is underway and we're bringing you the best how-tos, buying guides, resources, and more to help you breeze your way into the 2021-2022 school year. Whether you're a teacher, student, administrator, or parent, our goal is to answer some of the most essential questions … [Read more...] about Which Chromebox is the best value?
