We're all aware by now that Chromebooks can't get viruses, but you still need to protect your data while you browse. There have been a lot of talks lately about how Chrome extensions have been coming up maliciously in the news, but that's nothing new. Just before Christmas, 15 such extensions … [Read more...] about My top five favorite privacy extension for Chromebooks in 2021
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5 ways Google Collections can improve and how it could replace Pinterest
I recently published an article that discussed what Google's Collections feature is and how you can use it to inspire your 2021 goals. Today, we're going to round off the trifecta of articles I had originally planned around this topic by taking a deep dive into how the service can improve and how it … [Read more...] about 5 ways Google Collections can improve and how it could replace Pinterest
The one port 2020 taught me to fall in love with again on a Chromebook
As time has gone on, Chromebooks have been moving towards a leaner, sleeker look and feel in the mid-range and high-end. Thinner devices mean less room for an assortment of ports and devices like the original Pixelbook paved the way for the ultra-refined port selection on current Chromebooks. … [Read more...] about The one port 2020 taught me to fall in love with again on a Chromebook
Google needs to consider cloud syncing these five things to complete the new Chromebook experience
Chrome OS utilizes single-sign in account synchronization to create a truly unique experience. You can pick up a new Chromebook or powerwash an existing one and be back up and running with virtually all of your life's data within moments. This means that should your hardware become damaged or lost, … [Read more...] about Google needs to consider cloud syncing these five things to complete the new Chromebook experience
2020 and the rise of the mid-range Chromebook [VIDEO]
There's no way around it. You know it. I know it. 2020 was a rough year all around. And while there's no reason to keep talking about all the mess that was part of the last 12 months (we've all talked a lot about it), right at the start of a fresh, new year, we thought it would be interesting to … [Read more...] about 2020 and the rise of the mid-range Chromebook [VIDEO]
How to use Google Collections to inspire your 2021 goals and why you should
Google's super-secret Collections feature is slowly invading more and more of their services in the form of wishlists, watchlists, and you-name-it-lists. It allows you to collect and curate things that interest you using content from the open web - sort of like a bookmarking system, but highly … [Read more...] about How to use Google Collections to inspire your 2021 goals and why you should
I think it’s about time we stopped calling them “Android apps” and stop treating them like it too
Launching in October of 2008, the Android Marketplace was the first iteration of the store that allowed Android users to download and install apps and games to their phones. In 2012, Google rebranded and completely overhauled it to become the Google Play Store. Since then, these apps have been … [Read more...] about I think it’s about time we stopped calling them “Android apps” and stop treating them like it too
As Google Play Books turns 10 years old, here is our feature wishlist for the future
If there's one thing that many of us have been doing as we continue living in lockdown during the pandemic, it's catching up on a bit of light (or heavy) reading. Even though some people say that Google Play Books "isn't dead yet" as it celebrates its 10th birthday, I would argue that the service … [Read more...] about As Google Play Books turns 10 years old, here is our feature wishlist for the future
Google isn’t evil, but it does have some things to figure out
With Google's recent decision to ax unlimited storage across several of their services, users have not been responding well. Instead of welcoming new features like Google Photos' doodle collages that are rolling out now, many people on Twitter have used the company's original tweet as a place to ask … [Read more...] about Google isn’t evil, but it does have some things to figure out
How to avoid this $200/month scam on Google Play that Google won’t help you out with
OK. I'm going to make this one quick. Most of the blame is on me, honestly, so I'll own that. But the fact that apps are allowed to exist in the Google Play Store that barely do anything at all, are geared towards children, and have free trials that end after a few days and then charge you … [Read more...] about How to avoid this $200/month scam on Google Play that Google won’t help you out with
Even Apple struggles to bring mobile apps to the desktop with their M1 powered Macbooks
Well, the reviews are out and the resounding victory of Apple's move to their own, in-house ARM-based chips seems like a forgone conclusion already. The reviews aren't just good, they are glowing. The expectations haven't just been met, they are being shattered left and right. The Apple M1 chip … [Read more...] about Even Apple struggles to bring mobile apps to the desktop with their M1 powered Macbooks
The Best Chromebooks of 2020 [VIDEO]
Well, we made it. 2020 is coming to a close and it's that time of year where we name our favorite Chromebooks for the last 12 months. There have been some great ones and there have been some misses, too. All told, our lineup doesn't look drastically different here at the end of the year than it … [Read more...] about The Best Chromebooks of 2020 [VIDEO]
