Google surprised everyone by releasing the latest version of its Android operating system before the newest lineup of its hardware devices, and Android 13 is now available before the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. In the past, I've toyed with the idea of changing the system language on the phone in order … [Read more...] about How to enable and use per app languages on Android 13
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How to teach your children the basics of logic and programming for free with Scratch
As I continue my series about creating games on your Chromebook, we leave Godot behind and move on to something that the younger ChromeOS audience and students can get into. Today, I'm going to show you how to get your children to learn logic and programming in a fun way while creating something … [Read more...] about How to teach your children the basics of logic and programming for free with Scratch
I installed macOS on a Chromebook
Another day, another opportunity for me to do something absolutely irrational with my Chromebook. Why? Why not? Since Google was kind enough to add a Linux container to ChromeOS, I feel it is my duty to tinker as much as I can to see just how far I can push our favorite operating system. Over the … [Read more...] about I installed macOS on a Chromebook
Will my printer work with a Chromebook?
Printing with a Chromebook once invoked eye-twitching anxiety attacks. It wasn't so long ago that forums were filled with frustrated users that were on the precipice of abandoning ChromeOS altogether because Google Cloud Print was a convoluted mess. Manufacturers were slow to adopt Google's Cloud … [Read more...] about Will my printer work with a Chromebook?
How to get a screenshot of your Chromebook’s login screen
It doesn't come up often, but there may be times when you need a screenshot of your Chromebook's login page. Whether it is to capture an error message or to have a clean image of it for documentation, most of the time most people resort to just taking a picture of it. However, there is a better … [Read more...] about How to get a screenshot of your Chromebook’s login screen
How to enable developer mode on your Chromebook [VIDEO]
Over the years, we've only talked about Developer Mode on Chromebooks on an as-needed basis. There are reasons for that and they mainly revolve around security and safety for ChromeOS users. While I wouldn't say that you should enter Developer Mode on a regular basis simply because you lose the … [Read more...] about How to enable developer mode on your Chromebook [VIDEO]
How to turn off auto capitalization in Google Docs for the web and mobile
Google is pretty smart. It's not always wise, but it really is smart. its engineers employ many AI and machine learning tricks to improve the user experience, making it much easier for us as humans who can't always spell things correctly or do everything flawlessly to get work done and be much more … [Read more...] about How to turn off auto capitalization in Google Docs for the web and mobile
How to pair your Pixel Buds Pro with a Chromebook and phone at the same time
The Pixel Buds Pro are here and many of you who ordered them have them in your hands right now. While I'm waiting just a bit to see if Fast Pair works seamlessly on Chromebooks in the near future before putting out a review of the new Google-made earbuds, I'm still using them on a daily basis to … [Read more...] about How to pair your Pixel Buds Pro with a Chromebook and phone at the same time
How to create your own indie game for free on your Chromebook using Godot
As an independent game developer myself, I'm always seeking out ways to maximize my usage of Chromebooks for design and execution beyond basic productivity habits. Up until recently, I've mostly just used my Pixel Slate, Lenovo Chromebook Duet, and other devices for sketching, notetaking, and … [Read more...] about How to create your own indie game for free on your Chromebook using Godot
How to install Android Studio on an ARM-powered Chromebook
Android Studio is the all-in-one construction environment where developers can build applications for Android, Wear, Android TV, and Android Auto. Google's in-house IDE has long offered official builds for Windows, macOS, and Linux but recent updates to ChromeOS have brought Android Studio to select … [Read more...] about How to install Android Studio on an ARM-powered Chromebook
How to fix Google Collections if they won’t load on Android via the Google Search app
As with all most Google services, I fall in love with them, my passion burns bright and fast, and then I'm quickly jaded by the poor customer service and experience of actually using it. I spend years boasting about its great features while most others stand by the sidelines realizing all of its … [Read more...] about How to fix Google Collections if they won’t load on Android via the Google Search app
How to change the time on your Chromebook as you move across time zones
Chromebooks are very convenient devices to take with you when traveling. Most are compact and lightweight enough to fit in your personal or carry-on bag and straightforward enough to use that you can trust will facilitate what you need to get done with them. I recently took a trip that took me … [Read more...] about How to change the time on your Chromebook as you move across time zones
