If you've lived in or around the Chrome OS ecosystem for any amount of time, you're probably familiar with the small handful of pitfalls that come along with our otherwise-awesome operating system. One of the most common complaints from users comes in the form of connecting a Chromebook to a … [Read more...] about How To Watch DVDs With Your Chrome OS Device [IMMV]
Guides and How-To's
Of all the things we share with our readers, we get some of the most positive feedback concerning our guides and how-to articles. As many aren't fully familiar with the ins and outs of Chrome OS, these articles provide interesting and useful info for new and experienced users alike.
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Using 4K Monitors With Chromebooks: What You Need To Know [VIDEO]
In general, Chrome OS is a plug-and-play situation when it comes to external accessories. Monitors, keyboards, mice, trackpads, USB drive, etc. all tend to 'just work' when you plug them in. No drivers to install and no setup really needed. With Chrome OS, it either works or it doesn't. That … [Read more...] about Using 4K Monitors With Chromebooks: What You Need To Know [VIDEO]
Chromebooks, Meltdown, and Spectre: Most Are Already Patched
Put frankly, it has been a scary couple days to start 2018 when it comes to computing in general. If you've been around basically any tech site on the internet, you've likely come across the latest mega-issue plaguing what seems to be every device on the planet. The bad news? It's incredibly … [Read more...] about Chromebooks, Meltdown, and Spectre: Most Are Already Patched
Developing Android Apps Right On Your Chromebook
Since last year announcement of the Play Store coming to Chromebooks, and more generally devices running Chrome OS, the Linux-powered operating system by Google, most of these devices have gradually received the update and can now benefit from millions of compatible apps. Officially, it has been … [Read more...] about Developing Android Apps Right On Your Chromebook
Chromebook How To: Scan With HP All-In-One Printers
So, this past weekend it happened. I actually needed to scan a document to send via email to someone. I didn't have access to a digital version of the document so I was left to my own devices in figuring out a lower-tech way to get it to onto the web. I had my trusty Chromebook and a … [Read more...] about Chromebook How To: Scan With HP All-In-One Printers
Update Your Chromebook On Mobile Data Hotspot
Let me paint the scenario: you are in the car (not driving, of course) or in a coffee shop with faulty Wifi and you need to take an update on your Chromebook. Maybe you are waiting for that update that could get Android on your device or you are switching from Dev Channel back to Stable because … [Read more...] about Update Your Chromebook On Mobile Data Hotspot
Chromebook How To: Viruses, Malware and Chrome OS Security
If Chromebooks were to pen a résumé, somewhere at the top of the list of skill sets would be security. The combination of cloud-based services and multi-layer protection make Chrome OS one of the most secure operating systems on the market. … [Read more...] about Chromebook How To: Viruses, Malware and Chrome OS Security
13-Inch Chromebooks Get New Resolution Scaling Option
I've mentioned this in a couple reviews and other articles having to do with displays on Chromebooks, but I wanted to make sure that there was a quick article dedicated to one of my favorite new features of Chrome OS. This change seems to be only applying to Chromebooks in the 13-inch range at … [Read more...] about 13-Inch Chromebooks Get New Resolution Scaling Option
Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
In a bit of a disappointing move, the Acer R13 shipped without Android Apps available. That, however, looks to be changing right now. … [Read more...] about Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
Install Apps on Your Chromebook With Ubuntu Linux
https://youtu.be/cHEdloaUio0 I can't begin to explain the sheer volume of questions about this process I have fielded in the few years I've been doing videos for Chrome Unboxed. Although I did a video for using Crouton to install Ubuntu Linux on Chromebooks a few years ago, some things have … [Read more...] about Install Apps on Your Chromebook With Ubuntu Linux
How To Install Ubuntu [Linux] on Your Chromebook
https://youtu.be/DMyMqqU2Mqs Of all the requests and questions I've encountered since starting all this, a tutorial on installing Linux has been the most adamant and followed-up-on request. Though there are many sources giving very good instruction on how to do this floating around on the web, I … [Read more...] about How To Install Ubuntu [Linux] on Your Chromebook
