Last week, I stumbled upon clear evidence that Acer is set to unveil a new, updated, Chromebook Plus model of my favorite device available right now in the 516 GE. The timing makes a lot of sense since the original 516 GE debuted in the fall of 2022 and has been a strong seller ever since. Turns … [Read more...] about What I’m hoping for in the new Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE
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Why a Snapdragon X Plus Chromebook would be amazing
Qualcomm's powerful new Snapdragon X Elite has generated a lot of buzz in the laptop space of late. With promises of next-level performance and efficiency, it's quickly become a compelling alternative to traditional x86 processors and - on paper at least - a real competitor to what Apple's done with … [Read more...] about Why a Snapdragon X Plus Chromebook would be amazing
Why I still prefer a vertical multi-monitor Chromebook setup
I finished up my review process for the last of the new Chromebook Plus devices a few weeks back, and I was so excited to get back to a desktop setup that would have me use a laptop stand, wireless keyboard/mouse, and that would arrange my Chromebook up to the side of my main desktop monitor. I've … [Read more...] about Why I still prefer a vertical multi-monitor Chromebook setup
Here’s why we’re taking a break from YouTube [VIDEO]
I know a title like that is a pretty loaded one and, to be fair, that's on purpose. We want you to read this and watch the video, but the reasons are likely a bit different than what you came in thinking they are. I'll say this right up front: we're not going anywhere, the break is going to be … [Read more...] about Here’s why we’re taking a break from YouTube [VIDEO]
It’s time for some new Chromebooks, y’all
I'd say it's likely due to the fact that we just wrapped up the review on the last of the 8 new Chromebook Plus models that launched in the fall of 2023, but I'm really - REALLY - ready for some new blood in the Chromebook market. There are great devices to be had at some awesome prices right now - … [Read more...] about It’s time for some new Chromebooks, y’all
It’s time for Chromebook app streaming to arrive on Samsung phones
With Chromebooks, there's not a ton of pressure on users to own a Pixel phone to get all the best Chromebook+Smartphone features, but there is a little bit of that. Depending on how you utilize something like App Streaming from your phone to your Chromebook, the Phone Hub feature difference between … [Read more...] about It’s time for Chromebook app streaming to arrive on Samsung phones
An ode to my now-dead original Google Wi-Fi
It was bound to happen one day, I suppose, but it turns out the final day of delivering the internet wirelessly to our home is today for my beloved, original Google Wi-Fi. Bought right as soon as it became commercially available, I've had this single Google Wi-Fi unit in our home for about 7 and a … [Read more...] about An ode to my now-dead original Google Wi-Fi
Tiny, fanless Chromeboxes make me wish for a new Intel-powered ChromeOS tablet
I've sat on this post for quite some time, but with the news coming out over the weekend that Acer is now in the mini-Chromebox game with a device of their own, my mind couldn't help but wander to something I've thought about for a very long time: why do we not have small-core Intel-powered … [Read more...] about Tiny, fanless Chromeboxes make me wish for a new Intel-powered ChromeOS tablet
If I didn’t run a Chromebook website, I’d still use a Chromebook
Is that title up there a given? Of course I'm going to say that I would use a Chromebook with or without Chrome Unboxed being a thing. But I'd bet some of you wonder to yourself whether or not I really, truly value Google's Chromebook hardware enough to keep using it if I didn't make a living … [Read more...] about If I didn’t run a Chromebook website, I’d still use a Chromebook
Why a Spatial Computing Chromebook for your face could work
Here we are in early 2024 and Apple has made good on the promise of delivering a new VR/AR headset (yes, that is what it is whether or not Tim Cook wants anyone to call it that) to the world that is trying against all odds to usher in a new form of computing: the spatial kind. Do I think a … [Read more...] about Why a Spatial Computing Chromebook for your face could work
Sold on the Fold: editing a complex video with just the phone in my pocket
Over the weekend, I wanted to try something out that I knew would push my phone to its limits. As many of you all know, I made the switch to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 about 3 weeks ago and my love for this device continues to grow stronger by the day. I continually find myself interested in … [Read more...] about Sold on the Fold: editing a complex video with just the phone in my pocket
Why I picked up (and am in love with) the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
I used to be far worse with phones. I swear I was. I worked for Sprint before starting Chrome Unboxed and that was right around the time Chromebooks became an actual thing; albeit with a very quiet existence. At that time, my tech obsession (along with everyone else) was smartphones. The market … [Read more...] about Why I picked up (and am in love with) the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
