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As someone who uses both a Chromebook and a Macbook on a daily basis, there are certain features in Chrome OS that I miss every time I log into another operating system. One prime example is media controls. The new media controls and notifications in Chrome OS that were introduced back in August are features […]
Among the many announcements that came out of BETT 2020 in London, Google has unveiled a number of updates to the Chromebook App Hub. The app shop designed for educators features not only applications from learning and creation but a plethora of “ideas” to help inspire teachers to make the most out of the technology […]
If you’ve been frantically hunting around the Chrome Web Store for the LastPass Password Manager extension, you probably realized quickly that it was nowhere to be found. In what can only be described as a Monty Python, Holy Grail pre-credits bungle, LastPass has somehow managed to “accidentally” deleter their own extension from the Chrome Web […]
BETT’s annual technology in education conference in London has been the launchpad for a variety of EDU Chromebooks in recent years but this year’s event has produced an unusually robust amount of new in the Chrome and Chrome OS departments. First, Acer debuted what could very well be the most durable Chromebook ever created. Next […]
In late 2016, Google began the two-year process of sunsetting Chrome Apps on all platforms with the exception of Chrome OS. By early 2018, navigating to the Chrome Web Store on Windows, Mac or Linux would present users with only extensions to pick from as the “App” section had been completely removed. While we knew […]
For all of its greatness, there are tons of things that can be flat-out annoying about using the internet. Pop-up ads, poor mobile experiences, slow load times, and poor UI are just a handful of things that contribute to a less-than-stellar experience while browsing the web. One of the bigger complaints leveraged at the modern […]
I do not consider myself a tab hoarder. On the desktop, I might keep a half dozen tabs running at a time. Occasionally, if I’m really digging into some research, you may find my Chromebox with a dozen or more pages open but that’s it. On my phone? Not a chance. I don’t know if […]
UPDATE: According to some traffic over on Twitter, it looks like this whole thing is vaporware. It has been uncovered that the bug in question in the article below has nothing to do with Safari at all. The bug is still private and cannot be viewed by non-Google employees, but it appears that this bug […]
The Big Day is nearly upon us and in less than 24 hours, we’ll be able to watch Santa take flight as he starts his global gift-giving trek. If you’re still in the holiday shopping mood, there’s still time to score some serious cashback and a chance at winning a $250 Visa Gift Card from […]
The big day is almost here and as many of us finish up last-minute shopping and preparations for Christmas, the Jolly Old Elf himself is packing up and preparing to make his annual trip around the globe. As in years past, Google once again brings us an inside look at the daily happenings around Santa’s […]
One of the things I love about both Chrome and Chrome OS is the open-source development the platforms utilize to bring us updates. Part of that update and development process includes multiple installable, usable development channels that general users can mess around with if the mood hits them right.
Chrome 79 for Android and Desktop arrived this week and with the updated, Google has added and enhanced a couple of features to keep your online browsing sessions a little more secure. The updates began rolling out on Tuesday and will be making their way to users over the next few days. Password Checkup
