Late last year without any real notice, Google rolled out a new feature for Android that gives users a notification when something is being cast via Chromecast on the Wifi network they are on. It seemed like it might be helpful, but it has been a real aggravation for many. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Irksome Notifications Get A Bit Better
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Google’s Auto Draw – Some Real World Use
Between the earlier-released Quick Draw and this month's Auto Draw, it became very clear that Google is investing some serious development resources to become better at understanding doodles, drawings, and handwriting. As cool as those projects have been, I've been curious to see where Google is … [Read more...] about Google’s Auto Draw – Some Real World Use
Lenovo Flex 11 / N23 Yoga Chromebook Unboxing
If your first thought was 'What's up with that title?' you probably aren't alone. Lenovo has done something unique with its latest Chromebook, releasing two identical devices under two different names. The Lenovo Flex 11 Chromebook and the N23 Yoga Chromebook are essentially the same machine … [Read more...] about Lenovo Flex 11 / N23 Yoga Chromebook Unboxing
Lenovo’s First ARM-powered Chromebook, ‘Hana’ Is The N23 Yoga
I'll start off by saying, I completely dropped the ball on this particular product. Lenovo's latest additions to their educational Chromebook lineup was announced back in late January and I completely overlooked the fact that there was a MediaTek MT8173 among them. It has now come to our attention … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s First ARM-powered Chromebook, ‘Hana’ Is The N23 Yoga
Google’s End Of Life Policy For Chromebooks Gets “Updated”
If you're like myself or Robby, Google's End of Life policy for Chromebooks never really crosses your mind. We try out new devices all the time and switch our daily work setups more often than you can imagine. We can't help it. We're finicky, we love tech and are always anxious to try out something … [Read more...] about Google’s End Of Life Policy For Chromebooks Gets “Updated”
Samsung Chromebook Plus Review
The Samsung Chromebook Plus is here and we've had some real-world time to spend with it both for work and for play. How does it get along? Before we begin, this review will be VERY different than most. Mainly, because 90% of this device has already been reviewed and broken down in fullness right … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Plus Review
Google’s Iconic Cr-48 Chromebook’s End Of Life May Have Arrived
Very few things are made to truly last. The Great Wall of China, Stonehenge....Twinkies. Unfortunately, very few tech devices will ever find themselves in this category. Today we mourn what may be the end of support for Google's patriarchal Chromebook, the Cr-48. … [Read more...] about Google’s Iconic Cr-48 Chromebook’s End Of Life May Have Arrived
Samsung Chromebook Pro Vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip C302
In what has become the most difficult head-to-head comparison I've ever attempted, we are going to take a side-by-side look at the Samsung Chromebook Pro and the ASUS Chromebook Flip C302 to see if we can sort out which one of these fantastic devices deserve your hard-earned dollars. … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip C302
Samsung Chromebook Plus Unboxing – Live
This time around, we wanted to take a stab at going live via YouTube to unbox the Samsung Chromebook Plus. This is our first go with YouTube live, but we are considering making this a more regular occurance. … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Plus Unboxing – Live
Samsung Chromebook Pro In Black
Now that the embargo has lifted, we can talk a bit more freely about the Samsung Chromebook Pro and Plus. While the device we've reviewed already is the Pro, it is a pre-production version and the actual Pro will look a bit different. … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro In Black
Samsung Chromebook Pro Review
The Samsung Chromebook Pro is, perhaps, the most anticipated Chromebook release in Chromebook history. A combination of unique form factor, screen aspect ratio, and input methods, the Samsung Chromebook Pro is a device that impresses on many fronts. … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Review
Chrome OS 56 Adds Android To Only One New Chromebook
Yesterday, Chrome OS 56 arrived on the scene and many of us were excited to see what Chromebook did and did not get the Play Store with this update. Turns out, only one new Chromebook was added to this short list. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 56 Adds Android To Only One New Chromebook
