With Chrome OS 55 hitting all channels in the last week, it is time to start looking ahead to the release of Chrome OS 56. And this one looks to be an interesting one, indeed. … [Read more...] about Why Chrome OS 56 Will Be A Big Deal
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Chrome OS and Android Not Merging – Sorry Andromeda
A few months ago, there was a massive amount of news surrounding the oft-assumed merger of Chrome OS and Android into a new OS called Andromeda. While we wrote extensively that we saw no real reason for this merger, rumors persist from time to time. So do statements straight from Google SVPs, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS and Android Not Merging – Sorry Andromeda
Chrome OS 55 Brings Android Apps To Chromebooks (developer mode)
Late last night the Chrome team pushed out the latest version of Chrome OS. The update to Chrome OS 55 was relatively minor as developers continue work to make the Chrome OS/Android environment more stable and user friendly. You can find all the ins and outs of what's new in Chrome OS 55 … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 55 Brings Android Apps To Chromebooks (developer mode)
13-Inch Chromebooks Get New Resolution Scaling Option
I've mentioned this in a couple reviews and other articles having to do with displays on Chromebooks, but I wanted to make sure that there was a quick article dedicated to one of my favorite new features of Chrome OS. This change seems to be only applying to Chromebooks in the 13-inch range at … [Read more...] about 13-Inch Chromebooks Get New Resolution Scaling Option
Playing Games On A Chromebook Is Great With Android Apps And Bluetooth Controllers
Since I began using a Chromebook 5 years ago, the one thing I'd conceded was the idea of playing games for any reasonable amount of time on a Chrome OS device. Sure, web games are fun for a few minutes, but any real games (as real as they get for me at my age, anyway) were far out of the realm of … [Read more...] about Playing Games On A Chromebook Is Great With Android Apps And Bluetooth Controllers
Microsoft Office Apps Will Continue To Run On Compatible Chromebooks
Earlier this week we reported on what appeared to be the road-blocking of Microsoft Office Apps for Chromebooks that have access to the Google Play Store. Today, however, Microsoft has announced that this is not the case. … [Read more...] about Microsoft Office Apps Will Continue To Run On Compatible Chromebooks
Chromebook Tablet With Detachable Keyboard On The Horizon?
The introduction of the Google Play Store to Chrome OS has created a void in the hardware market that manufacturers appear to be working quickly to fill. What once was a market of cost-effective devices with a few high-end, somewhat overkill machines (no offense Pixel LS), is rapidly becoming a … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tablet With Detachable Keyboard On The Horizon?
Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
In a bit of a disappointing move, the Acer R13 shipped without Android Apps available. That, however, looks to be changing right now. … [Read more...] about Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
Kaby Lake Chromebook, ‘Eve’, In Development
We have finally started to see momentum building in the Skylake Chromebook department and hopefully more ARM devices will be following close behind. As we prepare for the holiday season and the pending release of more than just a handful of new Chromebooks, we are now getting our first glimpses of … [Read more...] about Kaby Lake Chromebook, ‘Eve’, In Development
New Chromebook ‘Asuka’ Could Be The Next Dell Chromebook: And Could Be Coming Soon
The past few weeks have seen a firestorm of rumors, leaks and releases of all types of Chromebooks. From the accidental confirmation of the Samsung Chromebook Pro to photos from an FCC filing of the newest Asus convertible (which most certainly should be 'Cave), and even the Acer Chromebook R 13 … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Asuka’ Could Be The Next Dell Chromebook: And Could Be Coming Soon
What’s in a Board? The Making of a Chromebook
Around Chrome Unboxed we talk about new devices a lot. We get a little giddy every time we come across a possible new Chromebook or upcoming technology for Chrome OS. In our never-ending search, we come across terms such as baseboard, mainboard and overlay. But what does it all mean? … [Read more...] about What’s in a Board? The Making of a Chromebook
App of the Week: Funky Karts
Not having Android Apps on your Chromebook got you down? Fear not! Chrome OS 53 is just around the corner. So is a whole slew of new Chrome devices to take full advantage of the Play Store. Until it arrives, I thought I'd highlight a few fun games from the Chrome Web Store to help you pass the time. … [Read more...] about App of the Week: Funky Karts
