Last week, I made a purchase that I think is going to forever change the way I interact with Chromebooks. While I've loved my LG Ultrawide QHD display for years, it has caused me a few issues here and there when reviewing certain ChromeOS devices. With a resolution of 3440x1440, my old extended … [Read more...] about I’m now officially addicted to high refresh rate screens when using a Chromebook
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HP’s Dragonfly Chromebook convinces me it’s time for a Bluetooth haptic trackpad for ChromeOS
Years ago, my go-to desktop setup involved a lovely Bluetooth trackpad made by Logitech called the T650. If you ever had/used one, you know the brilliance contained in that wireless wonder. It was huge, glass, smooth, and had a supremely satisfying click mechanism. Early on, Google saw it as … [Read more...] about HP’s Dragonfly Chromebook convinces me it’s time for a Bluetooth haptic trackpad for ChromeOS
Successful Failures: YouTube Music gained its AI smarts from an unlikely source
Before we get started, let me take a moment to state the obvious: Youtube Music is clearly descended from the deceased Google Play Music, and the evolution isn’t remotely ambiguous. For the most part this article series is about the unexpected origins of successful services, but there’s nothing … [Read more...] about Successful Failures: YouTube Music gained its AI smarts from an unlikely source
The M2 Macbook Pro is bested by an ARM-powered Chromebook in one very important way
If you know me, you know that I give credit where and when it is due. With Apple, I'm fine with admitting that the company completely owns the tablet market, rules the smartwatch sector, and makes my favorite wireless earbuds (hopefully only until July 21st, though). Their Macbooks are very nice … [Read more...] about The M2 Macbook Pro is bested by an ARM-powered Chromebook in one very important way
Something ChromeOS could learn from Windows 11
Anyone who’s followed or used Windows 11 knows it definitely picked up some style cues from ChromeOS. In a bid to capture some of that sweet school-sector user base, Microsoft has been simplifying its OS over the last few years. But while Windows has been brought more in line with mobile … [Read more...] about Something ChromeOS could learn from Windows 11
Why we need a Chromecast Ultra with Google TV
When Google debuted the Chromecast with Google TV back in the fall of 2020, they changed the fundamental way users expect to interact with a Chromecast. Sure, the HDMI dongle still does all the standard casting tricks we've been used to for years at this point, but Google added a full UI and … [Read more...] about Why we need a Chromecast Ultra with Google TV
Google needs to steal this new macOS webcam feature for ChromeOS right away
We've been watching the latest news from Apple during the WWDC 2022 Keynote, and though much of what I've seen hasn't been too exciting, there's a new trick that works with Macbooks and iPhones that I think Google should immediately begin working on for Chromebooks and Android phones. Say what you … [Read more...] about Google needs to steal this new macOS webcam feature for ChromeOS right away
I was wrong: the Pixel 6 Pro is by far the superior Pixel experience [VIDEO]
Sometimes you just need time to lend you a bit of perspective. That's 100% the case for me and the Pixel 6 Pro, a phone I personally dismissed in the early days as I decided which Pixel I'd pick up in late 2021. The story I told myself made a lot of sense at the time and I can still appreciate my … [Read more...] about I was wrong: the Pixel 6 Pro is by far the superior Pixel experience [VIDEO]
Successful Failures: Hangouts was fun, but Duo is Better
I have always been one of Google's early-adopters, ever since the initial roll out of Gmail. Back in those days, it felt like Google was always experimenting with things and trying to find problems to solve, even though they began life as a search company. I attribute this digital … [Read more...] about Successful Failures: Hangouts was fun, but Duo is Better
Apex Legends Mobile would be a perfect fit on Chromebooks, but it won’t install
There's no reason to hide it: I've been loving Apex Legends Mobile since the day it came out. While I only tinkered with the desktop version from time to time using GeForce NOW, I am fully invested in this game on mobile. The character system, modes of play, and general feel of the game are so … [Read more...] about Apex Legends Mobile would be a perfect fit on Chromebooks, but it won’t install
Google I/O 2022 made me want a new Pixelbook real bad
As we all know by now, Google I/O 2022 became more about hardware than we initially expected. With the official unveiling of the Pixel 6a, Pixel Buds Pro, Pixel Watch, Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, and the Pixel Tablet, things skewed towards hardware more than ever at Google's annual developer-focused event. … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2022 made me want a new Pixelbook real bad
Opinion: Google should either add Podcasts to YouTube Music or add Google Podcasts to Wear OS
I've been using a Fitbit Versa 2 for a couple of years now after using a Fossil Q Venture HR (4th Gen) for a few years before that. I blamed my Fossil watch's inability to stay charged throughout the day and my nightly workouts as the reason for moving to Fitbit. I had heard that Fitbit watches and … [Read more...] about Opinion: Google should either add Podcasts to YouTube Music or add Google Podcasts to Wear OS
