We reported on pinch zoom being worked on for four Chromebooks back in August: The 2015 Chromebook Pixel, Samsung Chromebook Pro, Plus, and the Pixelbook (known as 'Eve' at the time). Since that time, we've not really had much movement on this feature and, to be honest, somewhat forgot about … [Read more...] about Trackpad Pinch Zoom Working on Pixelbook, Samsung Chromebook Pro, Plus
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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
Chromebooks Are Now Alarm Clocks
Ok, so setting an alarm, timers or even a third-party clock isn't anything new on Chrome OS. For about as long as Chromebooks have been around there have been web apps and extensions to do this very task. However, thanks to the addition of the Play Store, users can now take advantage of the … [Read more...] about Chromebooks Are Now Alarm Clocks
Chromebook Split Screen Function For Tablets Nearing Release
Just two days ago I stumbled across a commit in the Chromium repositories that signaled continuing work on a much-needed Chrome OS feature: split-screen apps in tablet mode. You see, along with apps running in the background for Chromebooks, this simple feature isn't just a desired attribute: it … [Read more...] about Chromebook Split Screen Function For Tablets Nearing Release
New Way To Take A Screenshot In Tablet Mode on Your Chromebook
As more and more Chromebooks hit the market as convertibles, more users are spending time in tablet mode on their Chromebooks. There are some real needs for Chromebooks when it comes to tablet mode, but we'll address those in another post. For now, a feature thought to only be in development up to … [Read more...] about New Way To Take A Screenshot In Tablet Mode on Your Chromebook
Google Publishes Fantastic Pixelbook Welcome Videos
We've said it before, but it bears repeating; Google is going all-in on the Pixelbook. Gone are the days of nascent advertising and scant mentions for Google's own Chromebooks. Instead, we're now in the time of #madebyGoogle and all the marketing, focus, and exposure that goes along with it. … [Read more...] about Google Publishes Fantastic Pixelbook Welcome Videos
Android Apps On Chromebooks Getting More Native Behavior
Up until recently, Android apps have had their own set of behaviors. On some Chromebooks - those running Nougat - apps can be opened in phone orientation, sometimes resized, and in free-floating windows around your desktop. For those not yet on Nougat, all apps would open in a full window or a … [Read more...] about Android Apps On Chromebooks Getting More Native Behavior
Reverse Mouse Scrolling On Chromebooks Soon
Thanks to a quick tip by Google's own +François Beaufort, we now know that reverse mouse scrolling is available in Chrome OS Canary Channel at the moment. As we've seen before, these types of features can move down through development channels pretty quickly, so we may see this available sooner … [Read more...] about Reverse Mouse Scrolling On Chromebooks Soon
Printing From A Chromebook Just Got A Lot Easier Thanks To Android
The state of printing from a Chromebook is still a bit precarious depending on your printer as well as your network setup. Recent updates to Chrome OS have opened the door for a more native experience that will soon bypass the need for Google Cloud Print and GCP capable printers. Chrome Apps … [Read more...] about Printing From A Chromebook Just Got A Lot Easier Thanks To Android
Google Home Phone Calling Now Available For All Users
We knew Google was getting close to rolling our phone calls with Google Home, and it looks like that roll out has officially begun. Yesterday, we received an email detailing this new service coming to Google Home users across the board. Upon trying a call last night, we had no luck As of this … [Read more...] about Google Home Phone Calling Now Available For All Users
Chrome Tip To Help Those Who Use Lots Of Tabs
You can file this under things I may have known before, but forgot and/or things I never knew you could do with Chrome tabs. Either one is fitting for this quick tip as this little tidbit is one of those tricks you may never have learned and, if you did, you may have forgotten all about it as I … [Read more...] about Chrome Tip To Help Those Who Use Lots Of Tabs
Google Home Bluetooth Audio Is Now Officially Live
In early July we reported on the sightings of Bluetooth functionality up and running on Google Home devices for a handful of users. At that time, it seemed that Google had mistakenly let the cat out of the bag just a bit early and after these early reports, not many additional users seemed to be … [Read more...] about Google Home Bluetooth Audio Is Now Officially Live
