One of the most frequently asked questions we get goes something like this: "What is the best Chromebook I can get?" That question is then immediately responded to with a question from us: "What is your budget?" After a budget is named, we put our heads together and talk through the best … [Read more...] about The best Chromebooks of 2019 so far
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More Proof ‘Kohaku’ Will Be The Samsung Chromebook Pro V2
Of all the Chromebooks in development right now (and there are many), few captivate my attention quite like the one codenamed 'Kohaku'. As Gabriel made a solid case back in April that 'Kohaku' looks to be the sequel to Samsung's Chromebook Pro that debuted over 2 years ago. That assumption was … [Read more...] about More Proof ‘Kohaku’ Will Be The Samsung Chromebook Pro V2
Chrome OS Is Adding Support For USB Tethering To iPhones
File this one under "things I just assumed existed." However, not being an iPhone user, I've never tried it and had no idea that USB tethering of an Apple device wasn't possible (or at least officially supported) on Chromebooks. Looks like that could soon change. According to a recent … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Is Adding Support For USB Tethering To iPhones
New ‘Hatch’-Based Chromebooks ‘Helios’, ‘Kindred’ & ‘Kohaku’ Will Be Very Powerful
As we get closer and closer to figuring out exactly what 'Hatch' is, we learn more and more about the capabilities of this unibuild board. As we saw just in this last week, 'Hatch' is responsible for four total baseboards, including 'Kohaku', 'Helios' and 'Kindred' which we just met recently. With … [Read more...] about New ‘Hatch’-Based Chromebooks ‘Helios’, ‘Kindred’ & ‘Kohaku’ Will Be Very Powerful
Another MediaTek Chromebook In The Works: Where Are You Qualcomm?
First, there was 'Kukui'. Then, along came 'Flapjack' which we believe could be the first MediaTek-powered Chrome OS tablets to hit the market. More recently, a third Octa-core MediaTek Chromebook showed up under the code name 'Krane' and we're left here wondering what in the world is going on with … [Read more...] about Another MediaTek Chromebook In The Works: Where Are You Qualcomm?
Adobe Premiere Rush Lands on Android Today, Chromebooks Support Coming Soon
Video editing has never been a strength on Android devices. We've had great attempts at solutions over the past few years, but it has to be admitted that when we compare video editing on iOS to Android, the chasm between the two is quite wide. As of today, however, that gap is being shrunk down to … [Read more...] about Adobe Premiere Rush Lands on Android Today, Chromebooks Support Coming Soon
Google Kills Hyper-Threading On Chrome OS In Wake Of Critical Intel Flaw
Now that most of the world has had time to forget about Spectre and Meltdown, let's discuss Intel's latest security flaw that could put users at risk of exposing sensitive information including but not limited to, website data, passwords, credit card information and cookies. (Don't touch my cookies. … [Read more...] about Google Kills Hyper-Threading On Chrome OS In Wake Of Critical Intel Flaw
ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 Review
When you review devices, being picky is part of the job. I tend to look for the best parts of any Chromebook, but that way of looking at things isn't always the most helpful for prospective buyers. While I don't see the need to incessantly bash devices just for kicks and giggles, I do see great … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 Review
Virtual Desks On Chromebooks Get Another Step Closer [VIDEO]
Virtual desktops - or virtual desks as they are being called during development - are a great help for anyone who needs an extra layer of productivity when stuck on a single screen. Think of it as virtual extended displays waiting just off screen for you to summon them up, filled with other … [Read more...] about Virtual Desks On Chromebooks Get Another Step Closer [VIDEO]
Pixel Slate vs. HP Chromebook x2: The Best Detachable Chromebook
In the realm of detachable Chromebooks, there are few at this point. Two, specifically, and we've been asked time and again to pit them against one another to determine which is the best purchase. Between the Pixel Slate and the HP x2, there are lots of similarities and just as many differences. … [Read more...] about Pixel Slate vs. HP Chromebook x2: The Best Detachable Chromebook
Hands-On With The New Acer Chromebook 715 and 714 [VIDEO]
Today in Brooklyn, Acer unveiled the newest Chromebooks in their growing lineup: the Chromebook 714 and 715. We were at the event and got to spend a bit of time with both devices after the crowds thinned out a bit. From those few minutes we were able to really spend with both Chromebooks, I have a … [Read more...] about Hands-On With The New Acer Chromebook 715 and 714 [VIDEO]
Sneak Peek With Acer’s New Chromebooks For Enterprise [VIDEO]
We're here at the Next@Acer global press event and we're taking a quick peak at the two new Chromebooks on offer from Acer. We'll spend some more time with them soon and get more in-depth hands-on videos at that point, but we wanted to share our initial thoughts from the keynote with you now. … [Read more...] about Sneak Peek With Acer’s New Chromebooks For Enterprise [VIDEO]
