Pixel phones are prone to leaks. We've known it for years at this point and with the leak-fest that was the Pixel 3 and 3XL, things have only continued to drip out about Google's hardware well before release dates ever happen. With 2021 in full swing and the fall months not really that far off … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 Pro performance expectations, screen specs, and more emerge
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Google Photos introduces Storage saver and new tools to reclaim space as unlimited ends
We are officially just one week away from Google taking an axe to its unlimited free storage for Photos and Drive. Having announced it six months ago, it's hard to believe it's finally happening. We've become so accustomed to free and unlimited storage over the years that now that the company is … [Read more...] about Google Photos introduces Storage saver and new tools to reclaim space as unlimited ends
Play Pass adds 21 new games and gives an update on its success at Google I/O
Google I/O is now over, and there was a ton of gaming news crammed into the three-day event. We've already covered much of it, but I wanted to take a look back on something that was discussed which I didn't have time to report on until now. During the 'What's New with Google Play' session, Google's … [Read more...] about Play Pass adds 21 new games and gives an update on its success at Google I/O
Chromebooks may be getting Android’s screenshot animation and sound
Let's go ahead and file this one in the cool-but-could-be-a-bug category. After all, I am in the Beta Channel of Chrome OS right now. Over the weekend while writing an article, a strange occurrence happened. I needed to snag a screenshot for an article, and as I went to hit the screenshot button … [Read more...] about Chromebooks may be getting Android’s screenshot animation and sound
7 Key things we learned from Google I/O for Chromebooks [VIDEO]
Like many things at this point in 2021, Google I/O this year has been a bit...different. With no in-person get togethers or sessions, Google took things completely online and opened the conference up to anyone and everyone who wanted to attend. Though totally virtual, a lot of what makes Google … [Read more...] about 7 Key things we learned from Google I/O for Chromebooks [VIDEO]
Chrome is preparing to let you lock Tab Groups to prevent accidental changes to them
If you're a regular reader here on Chrome Unboxed, then you will no doubt recall how much I love Google's Tab Groups feature for Chrome. I've been tracking it for quite some time, and get excited whenever I see new features appear for it. Not only can you auto-create tab groups, but you can also … [Read more...] about Chrome is preparing to let you lock Tab Groups to prevent accidental changes to them
The Pixel 6 CAD renders have arrived: the smaller new Pixel in images and video
We just posted about the Pixel 6 Pro and right as I was publishing, I saw the news of Pixel 6 CAD renders appear in my feed thanks to a post by 91Mobiles in conjunction with @OnLeaks. I looked by them earlier as I thought it was simply a re-post of the Pixel 6 Pro renders. That isn't the case and … [Read more...] about The Pixel 6 CAD renders have arrived: the smaller new Pixel in images and video
Google Calendar will now let you hide holidays that aren’t relevant to you
Workspace and regular Google account users can now gain more control over their Google Calendar by adjusting their settings to show or hide holidays based on what's relevant to them. Basically, Calendar has always shown all holidays to all people within reason, but a new update now makes sure that … [Read more...] about Google Calendar will now let you hide holidays that aren’t relevant to you
New Pixel 6 Pro renders surface, showing off seriously beautiful hardware
As Google's Pixel phones are wont to do each year, the Pixel 6 is now leaking from multiple angles. Though still just renders again this time around, the early images and video come via noted leaker @OnLeaks in conjunction with Digit.In. There's nothing shockingly new about these new renders, but … [Read more...] about New Pixel 6 Pro renders surface, showing off seriously beautiful hardware
The Google Play Store will better surface apps and games built specifically for Chromebooks
This week was full of some incredibly interesting announcements for Chrome OS. While I was really hoping for a sneak peek at Material You for laptops, I was instead left standing with my hands out. However, Google Play apps, Linux, progressive web apps, and gaming all got the royal treatment, so I'm … [Read more...] about The Google Play Store will better surface apps and games built specifically for Chromebooks
Exclusive: Lenovo is launching an 11th Gen Tiger Lake 13.3″ Chromebook
At this point, it isn't TOO surprising when we hear of a new Tiger Lake-powered Chrome OS device hitting the market. That said, there are a handful of Chromebooks that we think very highly of and when a new iteration arrives, it gets us very excited. One such device happens to be Lenovo's Chromebook … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Lenovo is launching an 11th Gen Tiger Lake 13.3″ Chromebook
Games made with Unity can now be directly built for Chromebooks
Unity 3D is one of the most popular game development engines in the world. Right next to Unreal Engine and smaller tool kits like Godot, it's directly responsible for some of the most popular video games in the world. Most games you'll find on the Google Play Store were created with Unity, but up … [Read more...] about Games made with Unity can now be directly built for Chromebooks
