If you clicked on this article, then you probably already know what I'm going to say within - the Chromebook launcher is long overdue for an overhaul, and there are several things that it's needed for quite some time now. However, for one reason or another, Google has not shown it any love even … [Read more...] about Google’s Chromebook launcher is long overdue for some vital changes – here’s our wishlist
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Chrome, Edge, and the user between – Observations on privacy, convenience, and the state of compassion
Every time I read the news on Google Discover on my phone, I see various articles that, for one reason or another, proclaim that the reader should "ditch Google Chrome in favor of Microsoft Edge". These articles often cite many new and upcoming Edge features, and even the fact that Edge is now built … [Read more...] about Chrome, Edge, and the user between – Observations on privacy, convenience, and the state of compassion
Why Chromebook simplicity isn’t undermined by more capability and complexity
If you've been a part of the Chromebook story for any amount of time, you've likely heard about the three pillars of the core Chrome OS experience: speed, simplicity, and security. From the jump, Google had a vision of computing that put these three things front and center, allowing them to steer … [Read more...] about Why Chromebook simplicity isn’t undermined by more capability and complexity
Where are the 17-inch Chromebooks?
Okay, this is going to be a bit of a rant but I think that you will find some valid points along the way if you decide to stick around for my ramblings. Before I get too deep, let me first express that I am NOT a fan of larger laptops. I have owned a couple of the older Broadwell-powered Acer … [Read more...] about Where are the 17-inch Chromebooks?
Gmail still doesn’t have a proper dark theme on the web, but it points to a larger issue
With Google digging its heels in and heavily promoting Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in place of traditional Google Play apps, I've come to realize something rather frustrating - the Gmail web application doesn't have a proper dark theme! In fact, almost none of Google's software does, but with … [Read more...] about Gmail still doesn’t have a proper dark theme on the web, but it points to a larger issue
ThreadIt by Area 120 could be hinting at Google Meet’s asynchronous future
How would you like to attend video meetings without actually having to attend video meetings? Today, remote learning and remote work rely largely on individuals scheduling a time when they can all meet 'face to face', so to speak, and then they all sit in front of the computer screen and perform … [Read more...] about ThreadIt by Area 120 could be hinting at Google Meet’s asynchronous future
Frequent Nest service outages have me rethinking my choice of home security, but there may be hope
Yesterday, Nest Wi-Fi cameras experienced a widespread outage which prevented users from peering through the camera via the app to check on their valuables or loved ones. Though it was resolved shortly thereafter, this probably comes as no surprise to many of you reading this. Nest has experienced … [Read more...] about Frequent Nest service outages have me rethinking my choice of home security, but there may be hope
Three things the Chromebook Phone Hub should have fixed before releasing
As of Chrome OS 89, Google released its Phone Hub feature to the world. It allows you to connect your phone to your Chromebook in order to perform several important tasks. Enabling your phone's hotspot, silencing it, and even locating it if you lose it are all just a click away from your laptop's … [Read more...] about Three things the Chromebook Phone Hub should have fixed before releasing
PSA: Google Tasks now works in landscape mode on Chromebooks and it makes all the difference
As someone who uses Google Tasks on the daily to reflect and align my life toward my goals as a replacement for the todo portion of my physical bullet journal, I became quite frustrated when I found out that the app only opened on my Chromebook in portrait mode! Luckily, I have a Lenovo Duet which … [Read more...] about PSA: Google Tasks now works in landscape mode on Chromebooks and it makes all the difference
Why I’m getting excited for the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2
With the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 recently showing up in a Best Buy listing, it seems the time is nearing for us to finally get our hands on the latest Chrome OS laptop from Samsung. We've talked about it before, but it is worth noting again, here: the follow up to last year's top-end Chromebook … [Read more...] about Why I’m getting excited for the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2
It is seriously time for Chromebooks to get a sorting tool for the app launcher
Sometimes around here, we talk about new features for Chromebook. Sometimes we talk about new hardware. Other times we extol Chrome OS for how secure, speedy and simple it is. But this is not one of those times. Instead, this is a time to call out a long-standing aggravation with all Chromebooks … [Read more...] about It is seriously time for Chromebooks to get a sorting tool for the app launcher
Opinion: Windows 10X looks like Chrome OS and it feels flattering
For the past few days since Tom Warren shared a quick video of leaked Windows 10X UI elements, people all over the tech-centered internet have all come to agreement on a very central theme: this new, mobile-focused version of Windows looks an awful lot like another OS that is on the rise. Yes, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Windows 10X looks like Chrome OS and it feels flattering
