If you're like me, the first thought that just crossed your mind was "what in the world is Jasper Lake?" Maybe not but when the commit crossed my path yesterday with the reference "chipset-jsl", I was confused, to say the least. We track a lot of devices here at Chrome Unboxed and in doing so, there … [Read more...] about Chrome OS begins support for Intel’s Jasper Lake processors
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The latest Linux kernel is headed to Chromebooks in the very near future and that’s a big deal
For those of you who may not be familiar with the subject, Google's Chrome OS that powers millions of Chromebooks is built on the Linux kernel. I'll save you the long-winded explanation of what the Linux kernel is and how it works for two reasons. One, it would take all day. Two, I'm not a developer … [Read more...] about The latest Linux kernel is headed to Chromebooks in the very near future and that’s a big deal
These popular security and shopping extensions aren’t as safe as you might think
Browser extensions can be awesome tools to enhance productivity, security and even online shopping but the unfortunate reality is that these "add-ons" can often be wolves in sheep's clothing. In some cases, extensions from the Chrome Web Store and other browser shops can carry with them malicious … [Read more...] about These popular security and shopping extensions aren’t as safe as you might think
It’s Green Monday and Lenovo is selling this rugged, kid-proof Chromebook for only $189
Green Monday is the retail industry's follow-up to Cyber Monday that attempts to keep holiday sales up through the month of December. It takes some hunting around but over the past few years, this newest of deal days can uproot some serious savings if you know where to look. Lenovo is looking to … [Read more...] about It’s Green Monday and Lenovo is selling this rugged, kid-proof Chromebook for only $189
The world’s most powerful Chromebook is nearly $600 off but not for long
There are few devices, past or present, that are as appealing to me as Acer's Chromebook Spin 13. If you frequent our site, you've probably heard my ramblings about how the Spin 13 offers nearly every feature you could want in a Chromebook and it does so while offering the look and feel that's as … [Read more...] about The world’s most powerful Chromebook is nearly $600 off but not for long
Chrome OS prepares to embrace USB 4.0
As Chrome OS continues to mature in nearly every area, it now appears that Chromium developers are getting ahead of the curve by prepping for the yet-to-be-released USB4™ standard. Never heard of USB4™? You probably aren't alone. Most consumers are just getting comfortable with USB … [Read more...] about Chrome OS prepares to embrace USB 4.0
Cyber Week Deals: Get $100 off the Acer Chromebook Spin 15
Black Friday is safely in the rearview and Cyber Monday deals are winding down but after a record online shopping day in the U.S. However, there are still deals to be had on Chromebooks, Nest devices and more if you're still working down your holiday gift list. Best Buy is still running some decent … [Read more...] about Cyber Week Deals: Get $100 off the Acer Chromebook Spin 15
Cyber Monday Last Call: Up to $150 off Samsung Chromebooks plus 15% cashback
Cyber Monday is coming to a close but it's not too late to score a great deal on a new Chromebook and get some cashback in your pocket. Thanks to Rakuten (Ebates), you can get an extra 15% cashback when you shop Samsung's Cyber Monday deals which include discounts of up to $150 on select … [Read more...] about Cyber Monday Last Call: Up to $150 off Samsung Chromebooks plus 15% cashback
A lucky few are getting a mysterious HP Chromebook x360 with a Core i5 in place of the i3 they purchased
You can chalk this one up to questionable at best, but there is some pretty staunch evidence that HP is shipping Chromebook x360 14s with a Core i5 instead of the Core i3 that is listed online. To be clear, this is the exact same HP Chromebook x360 14 that has been on the market for over a year at … [Read more...] about A lucky few are getting a mysterious HP Chromebook x360 with a Core i5 in place of the i3 they purchased
Nab this rugged Chromebook E3 on sale and score 6-months of Disney+ for free
One of the latest perks for new Chromebook owners is a 3-month free trial to Disney+, the much-anticipated streaming platform that arrived just last month to the tune of 10 million+ subscribers. If you happen to be in the market for a rugged device and looking for a great deal, Sector Five has … [Read more...] about Nab this rugged Chromebook E3 on sale and score 6-months of Disney+ for free
Want a Pixelbook Go? $133 in-store cashback says you should head to Rakuten right now
This deal only lasts until midnight so I'll keep it short and sweet. Unfortunately, we didn't see any Black Friday deals on the Pixelbook Go but thanks to Rakuten's site-wide Super Points promotion, you can still score some serious cashback to spend on your choice of thousands of products. The … [Read more...] about Want a Pixelbook Go? $133 in-store cashback says you should head to Rakuten right now
Huge deals on a pure laptop with pure power in the ASUS Chromebook C425
When ASUS took the wraps off two new Chromebooks late in 2019, I was a bit skeptical. In my review of both the ASUS Chromebook C425 and the Flip C433, I was honestly just baffled by their introduction into the ASUS Chromebook lineup. Sure, ASUS didn't have a ton of devices in the portfolio, but … [Read more...] about Huge deals on a pure laptop with pure power in the ASUS Chromebook C425
