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
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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
App of the Week: Usecubes 3D Pixel Art
Have you ever thought, "I wish I had an app that would let me create pixel art on my Chromebook and then have it 3D printed"? If you haven't, you probably have now. You're welcome. Usecubes does exactly that. And that's why it's the Chrome Unboxed App of the Week. … [Read more...] about App of the Week: Usecubes 3D Pixel Art
New Convertible Chromebook ‘Kevin’ In Early Production: What We Know So Far
If you haven't already, take a look at the other three posts this week regarding the new Rockchip 3399 processor and pen input coming to Chrome OS (and it's follow-up). They will give you some insight before reading this post. All of those Chromium commits referenced above were centered around a … [Read more...] about New Convertible Chromebook ‘Kevin’ In Early Production: What We Know So Far
Install Apps on Your Chromebook With Ubuntu Linux
https://youtu.be/cHEdloaUio0 I can't begin to explain the sheer volume of questions about this process I have fielded in the few years I've been doing videos for Chrome Unboxed. Although I did a video for using Crouton to install Ubuntu Linux on Chromebooks a few years ago, some things have … [Read more...] about Install Apps on Your Chromebook With Ubuntu Linux
ASUS Chromebook Flip Unboxing
[youtube id="nY1QgMaLN4w" align="center" mode="normal" maxwidth="1000"] I finally get my hands on the highly-anticipated ASUS Chromebook Flip. Apart from the Pixel, I would have to say this is easily one of the most anticipated Chromebooks yet. Fresh form factor, unproven processor, all metal … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip Unboxing
ASUS C201 Unboxing
[youtube id="EzfezsV-e-g" align="center" mode="normal" maxwidth="1000"] In this video, I get my hands on the ASUS C201 and give my initial impressions. At $169 for the 2GB model, is this Rockchip powered Chromebook able to perform? We'll see! … [Read more...] about ASUS C201 Unboxing
Chromebook Pixel 2015 Unboxing
[youtube id="22-y8gMSg1k" align="center" mode="normal" maxwidth="1000"] In this video, I get my hands on the 2015 Chromebook Pixel in all it's aluminum-clad glory. With premium everything, is this the Chromebook to rule all Chromebooks? … [Read more...] about Chromebook Pixel 2015 Unboxing
Acer Chromebook 15 (C910) Review
The full review of the Acer Chromebook 15 (C910) with 4GB RAM and 32GB SSD. … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 15 (C910) Review
