We're a little more than a week out from Google's October hardware event. If things go as expected, we're going to get a look at an intriguing new Chromebook that could break the #MadeByGoogle mold. Meanwhile, deals continue to pop up on Google's first (and possibly last) Chrome OS tablet. Last … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Get $300 off the Core m3 Pixel Slate before they’re gone
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Upcoming change could fix a big problem with Google’s End of Life policy for Chromebooks
Google's Auto Update Policy for Chromebooks - a.k.a. End of Life policy - has been the subject of many a blog post as of late and for good reason. We'll delve into the arguments as to why another day but suffice to say, change is needed and we have hope that Google has recognized the need. Apart … [Read more...] about Upcoming change could fix a big problem with Google’s End of Life policy for Chromebooks
Chrome adds scrollable overview mode via new “Tab Strip” feature
The Chrome browser and its sibling OS have seen a lot of changes over the past few years. Many of the changes happen under the hood while others have molded and sculpted the look and feel of browser. Material Design is constantly evolving and the Chrome's UI has benefited from much of the work from … [Read more...] about Chrome adds scrollable overview mode via new “Tab Strip” feature
Save as much as $170 on these Acer Chromebooks before it’s too late
There's only a few hours left on these Amazon's "Deals of the Day" so, I'll keep it short and sweet. If you act fast, you can save as up-to $170 on these Acer Chromebook models. The deals end at midnight and there's a little something for just about any use case or budget. Acer Chromebook 15 … [Read more...] about Save as much as $170 on these Acer Chromebooks before it’s too late
Deal Alert: $399 will score you a Core i3 HP Chromebook 15
The 15.6" Chromebook landscape is expanding and there is a wide variety of devices to choose from as compared to just a year ago. You can even take your pick of Chromebooks that offer an integrated numeric keypad if you're into data entry or just love crunching numbers on the quick. When it comes … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $399 will score you a Core i3 HP Chromebook 15
Pixelbook Go? How about a Core i5 ASUS Chromebook Flip C434?
We are just a couple of short weeks away Google's October hardware event where they are poised to unveil their latest Chrome OS creation, the Pixelbook Go. At this point, we have more questions than answers as it appears that the folks in Mountain View are taking a different approach by releasing … [Read more...] about Pixelbook Go? How about a Core i5 ASUS Chromebook Flip C434?
Exclusive: Samsung to launch Chromebook 4 with company first 15.6″ model
We have been tracking the Chromebook 'Kohaku' for months and wholeheartedly expect to see Samsung release it as a new flagship-caliber Chromebook in the very near future. As excited as I am to see a true successor to the Chromebook Pro, 'Kohaku' isn't the only project Samsung has up their sleeves. … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Samsung to launch Chromebook 4 with company first 15.6″ model
Chrome OS 77 arriving with wider support for Google Assistant on Chromebooks
Chrome OS has gotten into the habit of showing up fashionably late to the update party over the past couple of years and the latest iteration of our beloved operating system is no exception. Scheduled to debut a week ago, Chrome OS 77 appears to be rolling out for a large number of devices despite … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 77 arriving with wider support for Google Assistant on Chromebooks
Second Chance: Buy the Pixel Slate w/Keyboard and save up to $450
We'll be heading to New York very soon to see what exactly Google up to with their latest Chromebook, the "Pixelbook Go." As exciting as the leaks are, we're now left with more questions than ever before but we'll know soon enough if Google's new Chromebook will be a winner or a dud. Heading into … [Read more...] about Second Chance: Buy the Pixel Slate w/Keyboard and save up to $450
Google extends End of Life for handful of Chromebooks: Sign of things to come?
There was a time that I was a voice in the wilderness that heralded a strong defense for Google's relatively short Auto Update Policy for Chrome OS. End of Life policy if you prefer. Three years into this and I have conceded that it is time for a change. Chromebooks are coming into their own and the … [Read more...] about Google extends End of Life for handful of Chromebooks: Sign of things to come?
Save 25% on either of these versatile Lenovo Chromebooks
Lenovo has done a very good job of keeping the ball rolling with ARM-based Chromebooks while we impatiently wait for Qualcomm to finally make their grand entrance. The biggest drawback of Lenovo's Mediatek MT8173 lineup has bee the end of life date but thanks to a stay of execution, that has now … [Read more...] about Save 25% on either of these versatile Lenovo Chromebooks
Lenovo sneaks in a new 14″ AMD A6 touchscreen Chromebook
Well, it looks like it's finally happened. There are so many Chromebooks coming to market that OEMs are just forgoing the formalities and new devices are just appearing on store shelves. Lenovo recently debuted a colorful new lineup of Intel Chromebooks but those apparently weren't the only Chrome … [Read more...] about Lenovo sneaks in a new 14″ AMD A6 touchscreen Chromebook
