If you're like countless consumers, you are likely quite aware that there is a severe shortage of Chromebooks and other PCs. Due to explosive demand and massive delays in production, late model Chromebooks are all but impossible to find and if you do luck out and find one, you will probably pay an … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Grab this 15.6″ FHD Acer Chromebook and save $100
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How to install Roblox Studio on a Chromebook
School is or will soon be underway for millions of students and I'm sure that countless parents and teachers have already fielded eager inquiries about playing Roblox. Like Minecraft, Roblox is an insanely popular game that allows users to create their own games and worlds for others to enjoy. … [Read more...] about How to install Roblox Studio on a Chromebook
First Look: NVIDIA GeForce NOW on a Chromebook runs like a dream
Just yesterday, NVIDIA made GeForce NOW support for Chromebooks an official thing and we're still testing things out to get our heads around all the awesomeness that is playing AAA titles we already own seamlessly on a Chromebook with crowds of other players you expect to see online. Was that a … [Read more...] about First Look: NVIDIA GeForce NOW on a Chromebook runs like a dream
Did NVIDIA just tease GeForce Now coming to Chrome? Chromebooks?
Back in February, NVIDIA felt it was finally time to take the GeForce Now streaming game service out of Beta and launch the platform for Windows, macOS, Shield and Android devices. Since that time, we have seen an on/off relationship with Chrome OS and the GeForce Now Android app. For a brief … [Read more...] about Did NVIDIA just tease GeForce Now coming to Chrome? Chromebooks?
3 alternatives for Microsoft Publisher on your Chromebook
Admittedly, I haven't used Microsoft Publisher or any legitimately comparable programs since I was in my twenties. For graphic design on the website and what little print needed over the past few years, we all rely almost entirely on Gravit Designer. However, I know that millions of users have used … [Read more...] about 3 alternatives for Microsoft Publisher on your Chromebook
Android Emulator now works with select Chromebooks
Chromebooks have come a long way when it comes to versatility and developers, in particular, are the benefactors of many of the new features found in Chrome OS. Last year, Google brought a full-blown version of Android Studio to Chrome OS via the Linux container known as Crostini and now, developers … [Read more...] about Android Emulator now works with select Chromebooks
Act fast, the $249 Lenovo Chromebook Duet is back and ready to ship
It's no secret that finding a good Chromebook at a fair price is growing exceeding more difficult and many students are gearing up for remote learning or the return to the classroom. As a matter of fact, Google recently reported that Chromebook sales were up 127%(YoY) for the period of March to … [Read more...] about Act fast, the $249 Lenovo Chromebook Duet is back and ready to ship
Chromebook Perks: Grab the hit game Dead Cells for free
With a trophy-case full of awards under its belt, the "Metroidvania-style" Indie hit Dead Cells has just arrived on the Chromebook Perks website. Released in late 2018, Dead Cells was originally released for desktop and console and quickly snatched up an impressive 2.4 million paid downloads after … [Read more...] about Chromebook Perks: Grab the hit game Dead Cells for free
Save up to $320 on the Galaxy Chromebook and more deals from Samsung
Samsung is working hard to get the Galaxy Chromebook in the hands of consumers. Even though we haven't seen a fix for the devices painfully inadequate battery life, recent sales have made the sleek, premium Chromebook a very enticing purchase. Most recently, Samsung and other retailers have dropped … [Read more...] about Save up to $320 on the Galaxy Chromebook and more deals from Samsung
Chromebook users can’t sign in, here’s the fix
Chrome OS 84 was a relatively substantial update for Chromebook users and until now, we haven't seen any major issues or bugs in the software. Unfortunately, a rather nasty glitch has recently popped up and it is preventing users from logging into their Chromebooks. While most of us have misspelled … [Read more...] about Chromebook users can’t sign in, here’s the fix
chromeOS.dev is a new hub to help developers make great things for Chromebooks
There's no denying the growth of Chromebooks in the past 6 months across multiple channels. More consumers, more professionals, and more students are using a Chromebook these days than ever before. In fact, Chromebook sales year-over-year are up 127% versus other notebook sales that are currently … [Read more...] about chromeOS.dev is a new hub to help developers make great things for Chromebooks
Minecraft: Education Edition officially arrives for Chromebooks
It has been less than a month since Microsoft rolled out the Beta testing phase of Minecraft: Education Edition which brought the instructional version of the game back to Chromebooks. With many schools gearing up to head back to the classroom or start non-traditional online sessions, Microsoft has … [Read more...] about Minecraft: Education Edition officially arrives for Chromebooks
