It wasn't that long ago that we had an exciting development in the Nearby Share experience for Chromebooks, allowing users to finally be able to not only start using Nearby Share in the Beta and Dev Channels of Chrome OS (it is still not in the Stable Channel), but also begin flipping the switch to … [Read more...] about Google’s Nearby Share will soon let users share to multiple devices at once
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LaCrOS could completely upend Chromebook account switching as we know it
Lacros is Google's new browser for Chromebooks that is set to become the primary method for browsing the web on Chrome OS. It will likely be directly responsible for extending the life of your device, and with all of the excitement surrounding it, I decided to see how it fit into my workflow in its … [Read more...] about LaCrOS could completely upend Chromebook account switching as we know it
Your Chromebook launcher can now give you quick answers and save you from opening tabs
Yesterday, we briefly discussed all of the fantastic changes Google has made in Chrome OS 90 including the new diagnostics and scanning apps, and live caption. This morning, I wanted to give some laser focus to the new enhancements that have been baked directly into your Chromebook's launcher. By … [Read more...] about Your Chromebook launcher can now give you quick answers and save you from opening tabs
Chrome OS 90 arrives with Everything Button 2.0, Scan Tools, Diagnostics and more
Just a day behind schedule, Google has announced the release of Chrome OS 90 and according to the update server, a good majority of Chromebooks should be ready to download the update. Over the next few days, we'll be tearing apart the update to bring you any unannounced features that may be hiding … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 90 arrives with Everything Button 2.0, Scan Tools, Diagnostics and more
The world’s first Tiger Lake Chromebook is now available for $569
Just yesterday, I was trying to convince myself that I didn't need to buy the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook even though I could pick one up for only $480. For the record, I did not pull the trigger and the main factor in that decision was the fact that 11th Gen Intel Chromebooks are just over the … [Read more...] about The world’s first Tiger Lake Chromebook is now available for $569
Google Meet visual redesign incoming with auto-exposure tools, speaker highlighting, more
In a new Keyword blog post, Google took time to highlight some awesome, new feature updates for Google Meet that should go a long way toward making it more useful and more fun too. Since the beginning of the pandemic, the company has transformed the service into a powerhouse for connecting people … [Read more...] about Google Meet visual redesign incoming with auto-exposure tools, speaker highlighting, more
Chrome OS connectivity tests moving to the Diagnostic App
In early November of 2020, Android Police's Kent Duke discovered a new tool being added to Chrome OS that would bring a suite of network connectivity tests to a native system web app. These tests reflect the same tools that can be found when you head to chrome://network in your browser. Under the … [Read more...] about Chrome OS connectivity tests moving to the Diagnostic App
Early hands-on impressions with the ASUS Detachable Chromebook CM3 are very positive
While we are expecting the arrival of the upcoming ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 in the very near future, it turns out other markets aren't having to wait quite as long. In fact, over in Japan, one of our Patreon members already had his shiny, new ASUS CM3 delivered and has spent a bit of time … [Read more...] about Early hands-on impressions with the ASUS Detachable Chromebook CM3 are very positive
Lenovo Chromebook Duet competitor ‘Katsu’ inches closer with new keyboard ‘Don’
Though we're over a year out from the release of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet, more devices like it are still in the pipeline. The most recent iteration would be the ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 that looks to be on the way any day now and is already beginning to show up in some markets outside the … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet competitor ‘Katsu’ inches closer with new keyboard ‘Don’
Chrome’s Tab Search feature will display recently closed tabs to boost your productivity
With the introduction of its tab search feature, Chrome hoped to assist users in quickly navigating the cluttered and limited horizontal space provided by the tab strip at the top of the browser. By clicking the little arrow next to the minimize button, one can click an open tab to hop over to it … [Read more...] about Chrome’s Tab Search feature will display recently closed tabs to boost your productivity
You can now subscribe to Ubisoft+ from directly within Google Stadia’s app and web app
The latest update to Google Stadia's web application and Android app now lets you subscribe to Ubisoft+ directly from within without needing to leave your cozy gaming corner. This comes after the two companies decided to collaborate in December. At that time, Ubisoft+ began rolling out in beta, and … [Read more...] about You can now subscribe to Ubisoft+ from directly within Google Stadia’s app and web app
How to quickly identify your Chrome browser windows by giving them unique names
Organizing your Chrome browser tabs into tab groups, collapsing and freezing them, and even searching or quickly jumping to them are all fantastic ways to identify and switch rapidly between them, but a new feature in Chrome is going to make this even easier. Rolling out now is a feature that allows … [Read more...] about How to quickly identify your Chrome browser windows by giving them unique names
