The landscape of the Chrome OS world is changing and evolving at a rapid pace. New devices are being developed with never before seen features for Chromebooks. What used to be the norm for mid-range and high-end Chromebooks is taking on a new look with faster chipsets and new form-factors have completely uprooted what was […]
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A Chromebook User With A $329 iPad
I’ve been a Chrome OS users for years now. Surprise, surprise, right? You don’t start YouTube channels and websites around an OS if you only use that OS occasionally. It goes without saying that I’m a HUGE fan of the platform.
Continue ReadingAndromeda OS: Beyond The Rumors
It’s been quite some time since we’ve mentioned this subject here at Chrome Unboxed. Just in case you missed it, you can find Robby’s detailed argument about this phantom operating system here. To sum up, Andromeda is(or more accurately is rumored to be) a secret OS that Google has been developing that would essentially “fold […]
Continue ReadingIf You Were Unsure About The Future Of USB-C, Apple May Have Just Made The Decision For You
It’s not hard to see that USB-C is quickly becoming the new go-to for mobile and computing devices across all platforms. The charging and transfer capabilities of the newest generation of the universal serial bus is just better, period. Yet, like most “new” things, many have been quick to hold tight to their legacy tech […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Plus Taking Aim At The iPad Pro, Surface?
The Samsung Chromebook Plus’ release is just around the corner. In just 6 days, the much-sought-after device will hit store shelves and online outlets all over the internet. In that market, where does this device find its place?
Continue ReadingDetachable Chromebooks, Pixel C And The Future Of Chrome OS
So, the Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro are now a thing. The long-awaited ASUS Chromebook Flip C302 (man that’s a mouthful) has become a reality. Now, being the all-consuming nation that we are, the question is already being asked:
Continue ReadingChromebooks, Samsung, and The 3rd Device Concept
If the title of this article made you a bit curious, I’m glad. I’ve been holding this article for some time, mainly because I just couldn’t figure out how to title it. But what I have to say needs to be said, and I wanted to get it published before what I think will happen […]
Continue ReadingChrome Unboxed’s Official Mascot Turns 1
We all need breaks from tech news from time to time, right? Today we want to introduce you to Chrome Unboxed’s official mascot: Chrome. Yes, my cat’s name is Chrome.
Continue ReadingChrome Unboxed Podcast: Are You Interested?
Hello awesome readers! We are running a few polls, one on Google+, one on Twitter, and another on Facebook. All we want to know is whether or not you’d be interested in watching or listening to a weekly podcast from us.
Continue ReadingGoogle Shops Chromebook Displays Are Encouraging
Google Shops have been popping up in Best Buy and Curry’s PC World stores in Canada and the UK, showing off Google’s latest wares like the Pixel, Daydream, and Google Home. One addition to these Shops that has us very encouraged is the selection of Chromebooks on offer.
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro Could Change The Consumer Chromebook Landscape
We’ve spilled much digital ink over the Samsung Chromebook Pro here at Chrome Unboxed. Being the source for all things ‘Kevin’ before ‘Kevin’ became the Chromebook Pro, we also were the starting point for the big reveal of Samsung’s next big thing in Chromebooks. Right along with you, we are very eager to see this […]
Continue ReadingChromebooks Get Faster As Windows Laptops Get Slower: Phelps Face
I’m sure you’ve seen the ads by this point. Microsoft’s newest spokesman, Jim Parsons (Sheldon from Big Bang Theory) sidled up to Michael Phelps, urging him to upgrade his slowing PC so that he can do things like play 4K video. The commercials are witty and entertaining, but only highlight one very, very big difference […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro’s 3:2 Display: Why It Matters
For about a decade, widescreen monitors have been the de facto standard for most laptops and desktop screens. Their aspect ratios have changed here and there, but the widescreen display has been a long-standing staple in our collective computing concious for long enough to simply become standardized. Yet, in a few circles, those thoughts are […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro: Do Delays Signal Something Bigger?
After showing up in mid-October, the Samsung Chromebook Pro has returned to the shadows and has been very elusive for the past few weeks. I have a theory about why, and it involves Android Apps and a Samsung Ecosystem on Chromebooks. I know this is a sore spot for many folks (bloat, Touchwiz, etc.), but […]
Continue ReadingHangouts Disabled In Favor of Allo on Pixel Phones: Writing On The Wall
According to a screenshot from a trusted source and reports around the web, it looks like Google is disabling the Hangouts app in favor of it’s new Allo app on the upcoming Pixel phones. For all Hangouts users, the writing is on the wall.
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