Around Chrome Unboxed, we don’t do a whole lot of content around Chromeboxes. It’s understandable, right? Chromeboxes are the simplest manifestation of ChromeOS hardware, putting the necessary bits to run the OS in a box and letting the user ultimately choose what peripherals go with it. With no screen, no keyboard, no trackpad, no hinges […]
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CTL launches next-gen Chomebox CBX3 with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7
The ChromeOS mini PC, a.k.a. Chromebox may still be a very niche device but there’s no denying the appeal of a cost-effective, powerful, and upgrade-capable desktop that runs our favorite operating system. While not portable like a Chromebook, the small desktop form-factor of the Chromebox is perfect for a wide array of applications including home […]
Continue ReadingYou can now buy the Lenovo ThinkCentre M60q Chromebox
One of my favorite pieces of tech to come out of CES 2023 was undoubtedly the ASUS Chromebox 5 with its built-in wireless charging pad. We finally have a review unit of the ASUS in the office and we’ll be bringing you an unboxing and first look headed your way before the weekend arrives. If […]
Continue ReadingYou can now pre-order the ASUS Chromebox 5
At this year’s CES show in Las Vegas, our first in-person attendance since 2020, we saw a ton of awesome new tech. Some ChromeOS related, some not. While the highlight for us was most definitely our first look at the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, there was plenty of other Chromebook-related stuff that caught our attention. […]
Continue ReadingThe ASUS Chromebox 5 adds a unique and awesome new feature
We had the opportunity to tour the ASUS booth at CES today and alongside some awesome new Chromebooks, we were able to get our hands on the all-new ASUS Chromebox 5. This makes third 12th Gen Intel Chromebox announced in the past few months but the ASUS is the first one we’ve actually seen in […]
Continue ReadingAOPEN announces the flexible ACE Mini PC
AOPEN may not be a household name in the PC world but chances are good that you’ve crossed paths with the Acer Group company at some point in time. Specializing in digital signage and scalable kiosk solutions, AOPEN has been an industry leader for more than two decades. Powering kiosks, workstations, digital signage, and more […]
Continue ReadingIt looks like MSI may be joining the ChromeOS fray, starting with a Chromebox
Over the last couple days, there has been some fun news surrounding Chromebases and Chromeboxes on the way in the future. Notably, we have a family of ARM-powered Chromebases (with the MediaTek Kompanio 1380) beginning development and a few new Chromeboxes added to the already-established ‘Brask’ family of 12th-gen Intel-powered devices. The former could bring […]
Continue ReadingTwo more 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromeboxes are in development
Just yesterday we broke the news that a new family of MediaTek Kompanio 1380-powered Chromebases are in the works. In a similar vein, we are also waiting for the desktop counterpoint to the Chromebase in next-gen Chromeboxes with the latest Intel 12th-gen Alder Lake processors inside. Based on the reference board ‘Brask’, these new Chromeboxes […]
Continue ReadingMore 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromeboxes are incoming
While we know that the 12th-gen Intel Chromebook wave is right at the edge of crashing down on us, we’ve not talked a great deal about Chromeboxes that will come equipped with the same silicon inside. As ChromeOS devices go, Chromeboxes represent the purest form of hardware that you can experience Google’s cloud-based operating system […]
Continue ReadingCTL brings Windows to its powerful Chromebox CBX2 in new Parallels partnership
Despite attempts from Microsoft to edge back into a larger share of the Education market, the fact remains that Google’s Chrome OS is still the dominant force in the classroom. With the feather in its cap, Google has now aimed its sights squarely at the Enterprise sector with a major push for not only mass […]
Continue ReadingHere are the first Chromebooks that will get Steam gaming (‘Borealis’)
While talking about our breakthough with getting Vulkan to work in Crostini (a full guide is coming soon!), I teased something else that a few folks picked up on. We found clues from the Chromium OS source code that answer a big question that we keep hearing from the community: what Chromebooks are getting the […]
Continue ReadingCTL launches Chrome OS All-in-one with Pocket Lab Air Quality monitor
Oregon-based CTL is known for pumping out quality Chrome OS devices and digital management solutions for schools and enterprises. From rugged classroom-ready Chromebooks to a wide range of cost-effective Chromebox configurations, CTL continues to grow its hardware résumé to fit the needs of the smallest school district to the largest enterprises. This week, the company […]
Continue ReadingCTL launches a monster Chromebox with 64GB of RAM and 2TB of storage
I’ve spilled quite a bit of digital ink pleading the case for Chromeboxes and still believe that the tiny mini PC form-factor has way more potential than it is given credit for. Whether you need a budget-friendly desktop for your home office or you’re deploying a fleet of high-powered devices for teams of developers, Chromeboxes […]
Continue ReadingWhich Chromebox is the best value?
The Chrome Unboxed EDU Week is underway and we’re bringing you the best how-tos, buying guides, resources, and more to help you breeze your way into the 2021-2022 school year. Whether you’re a teacher, student, administrator, or parent, our goal is to answer some of the most essential questions about Chromebooks in the classroom and […]
Continue ReadingBudget-friendly accessories for your Chromebox
We’ve spent some time talking about Chromeboxes lately because they make great work or at-home desktops without breaking the bank. Apart from that, the Chrome OS mini-PCs are easily upgraded and take up very little space when compared to a tower PC. While our “Ultimate Desk Setup” took things to the other end of the […]
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