The wait is finally over and the ChromeOS tablet market is finally starting to show some signs of health. Leading the charge, Lenovo is back with its third take on the ChromeOS tablet and this one brings us a true successor to the original Chromebook Duet that debuted at CES back in 2020. More … [Read more...] about The highly-anticipated Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 is now available
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The new ASUS Chromebook Flip CM3 is now available
Last year, ASUS rolled out two Chromebook CM3 models powered by the same MediaTek 8183 SoC found in the original Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet. While the detachable version of the CM3 had some notable advantages over the Duet, the 12" convertible model was overpriced and somewhat lackluster in the … [Read more...] about The new ASUS Chromebook Flip CM3 is now available
Need a cheap laptop?
Here at Chrome Unboxed, we talk a lot about "flagship" and premium devices. Over the past couple of years, the options for a powerful but affordable Chromebook have expanded immensely and shoppers can get a high-end ChromeOS laptop with a ton of bells and whistles for as little as five hundred … [Read more...] about Need a cheap laptop?
The 14″ CTL Chromebook PX14EXT w/touchscreen is available for pre-order
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) annual conference is in full swing. 24,000 plus educators, innovators, and tech companies have converged in New Orleans to discover the latest and greatest education technologies and tools. Oregon-based CTL is right there in the mix and … [Read more...] about The 14″ CTL Chromebook PX14EXT w/touchscreen is available for pre-order
How to play Roblox on your Chromebook
Got a new Chromebook? Got kiddos at home? Chances are good that you have or will experience the Roblox bug in your house. The online game and creation tool has more than 37 million daily users and the wide array of game types and styles appeals to children (and adults) of all ages. Thankfully, you … [Read more...] about How to play Roblox on your Chromebook
The massive Acer Chromebook 317 is currently $200 off
The market for oversized Chromebooks is relatively narrow but the options available to consumers are pretty good. Acer and ASUS have 17.3" models that offer comparable features and performance for those needing or wanting the biggest screen that ChromeOS offers. Acer's Chromebook 317 is, in our … [Read more...] about The massive Acer Chromebook 317 is currently $200 off
Chromebooks have become the Swiss Army Knife of computing
11 years. 11 short years since the Chromebook was first released to the public. (ChromeOS was introduced in 2009 but the first consumer Chromebook actually launched in May of 2011.) In just over a decade, ChromeOS has evolved into a massive ecosystem the like so of which, not even Sundar himself … [Read more...] about Chromebooks have become the Swiss Army Knife of computing
Chromebook Deals: $200 off the 11th Gen HP Chromebook x360 14c
Father's Day has come and gone but it's not too late to score some awesome new hardware for dear old dad while simultaneously saving some hard-earned cash. Don't worry. You can nab one of these discounted Chromebooks for yourself or someone other than your dad and I'm sure that pops will still be … [Read more...] about Chromebook Deals: $200 off the 11th Gen HP Chromebook x360 14c
What is verified access on a Chromebook?
If you've spent any amount of time using a Chromebook, chances are decent that you've at least heard the term "verified access." You may have seen this feature while poking around your settings menu or you may have unknowingly seen the feature in action while streaming some HD content on your … [Read more...] about What is verified access on a Chromebook?
Best Chromebook Deals for June 2022
In the market for a new laptop? Whether you've considered one or not, a Chromebook may be a very good choice that will not only get the job done but save you some significant money when compared to other options. Not sure if a Chromebook is right for you? Well, you're in luck. Nearly three years … [Read more...] about Best Chromebook Deals for June 2022
Google partners up with Figma to bring the popular design tool to Chromebooks
The Anywhere School 2022 event that took place yesterday brought us many exciting announcements about the future of Google Classroom and the role Workspace features and Chromebooks will play. Things like auto-transcribing Meet calls and "cast moderator" mode in the new Screencast app will be pivotal … [Read more...] about Google partners up with Figma to bring the popular design tool to Chromebooks
Lenovo’s 11″ Chromebook Duet tablet is now $110 off
Less than a month after its official release, Lenovo's latest ChromeOS tablet saw a significant price cut that offered a savings of nearly $100. The 11-inch Snapdragon-powered tablet is Lenovo's third take on the detachable ChromeOS form factor and the increased performance over its 10.1-inch … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s 11″ Chromebook Duet tablet is now $110 off
