The Chrome team has announced the release of version 59 of the Chrome browser for desktop. The update includes Windows, Mac and Linux devices and should be hitting devices over the next few days. For all desktop users, the Chrome settings have been updated to Google’s Material Design for a cleaner look and better user […]
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We talk about a ton of stuff here at Chrome Unboxed. From Chromebooks to Chromecast to Google Assistant, the world of Chrome OS is pretty far-reaching. We save our News section for the things that are breaking news to our readers.
Acer Donates 100 Chromebooks To Iowa School
In the evening hours of March 6th an EF-2 tornado ripped through a Community middle school in the Iowa town of Seymour, Iowa. Thankfully, there were no serious injuries but the community was left with the daunting task of rebuilding homes and the middle school damaged by the storm. In the wake of the tornado’s 12 […]
Continue ReadingAndromeda May Be Dead
Early last fall, about a month out from Google’s hardware event in early October, some rumors began swirling around a unified OS Google was working on. Andromeda Rumors turned into psuedo-facts, code leaks, and a purposed 2016 release of a device that would drive the entire effort. Only, none of that ever happened. As the […]
Continue ReadingInstant Tethering Headed To Chromebooks
Recent reports have shed light on a new feature that may be coming to Chrome OS in the near future. “Instant Tethering” is a method of sharing your phones internet connection with nearby devices seamlessly without having to manually enable a hotspot. The feature rolled out in the latest update of Android Nougat 7.1.1 and […]
Continue ReadingRugged Acer Chromebook 11: New Details Emerge From Computex
Acer unexpectedly dropped a new Chromebook at Computex in Taipei this week and it has been the subject of much confusion about what exactly we’re looking at here. Thanks to our friend @SuzukiAkifumi of office-kabu.jp, we now have more detailed information about this very unique, upcoming device. The biggest question about this device was the […]
Continue ReadingAcer Debuts Mysterious High-end Chromebook At Computex
Computex 2017 is underway in Taipei and we’ve already heard news of the new ASUS Flip C101. It’s not too surprising to see new Chrome OS devices announced at the annual technology show. At the same time, we weren’t expecting any jaw-dropping Chromebooks to show up here either. Acer apparently, had other plans. Suzuki Akifumi […]
Continue ReadingOriginal ASUS Flip Successor Unveiled At Computex
After a long, 2 year wait, the original Chromebook Flip finally has a successor. The ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 is upon us, and there are a few changes here and there, but ASUS has stayed inside the lines set by the first Flip – the C100. Thanks to winfuture.de for getting some early hands-on time […]
Continue Reading99 Cent Rentals From Google Play Movies, Caveats Apply
Google likes to do this from time to time, giving users access to a handful of rentals for a Redbox-like price. They are at it again, but there are some things you need to know about it this time around. First and foremost, this offer is not extended to all Google users. Yeah, that stinks, […]
Continue ReadingChromebook “Night Mode” Adds Color Temperature Feature
A recent update to the Developer channel of Chrome OS has added a night mode or “Night Light” as it is labeled on Chrome devices. This feature has been a long-awaited addition for many Chromebook users and now it looks like it’s getting some tweaks. Wednesday of last week, an incremental update to Chrome OS […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro Launches Early With Unexpected Price: **UPDATED, Price Fixed**
Well, we are a few hours early, but it looks like the Samsung Chromebook Pro has gone up for pre-sale on Amazon. Not surprising as it is not unusual to see highly-anticipated devices show up days, if not weeks before their official launch. What is surprising is the price. Samsung’s official statement earlier this week […]
Continue ReadingChrome Home: New Features Come To Canary
Much like Chrome OS, Chrome for Android has multiple builds or “channels” where developers introduce, test and enhance new features and functions. Some of these features may never see the light of day but many will eventually make their way to the Stable channel of Chrome for millions of users around the world. One feature […]
Continue ReadingChromecast Support Comes To Cartoon Network App
The ability to share my favorite apps with my Chromecast is becoming so common I almost expect this feature to just be there. One particular application, however, has surprisingly lacked the support. That is, until now. Cartoon Network recently updated their mobile app and have added native support for Chromecast. Now I can share my […]
Continue ReadingFormer Mozilla CTO: Chrome Won The Browser Wars
In what is likely no mistake by Google, my Google Now feed offered up an article from a blog I didn’t know existed until this morning. That blog’s name? Andreas Gal. As in Andreas Gal, former Mozilla CTO. The blog’s title? Chrome Won. Depending on the news sources you frequent, you may or may not […]
Continue ReadingChrome Coming To Daydream VR and AR
Along with a ton of other fun stuff detailed at Google I/O last week, a tasty update for both VR and AR efforts from Google looks to bring the goodness of Chrome into both of those experiences.
Continue ReadingCTL Chromebook Bundle: 15-pack For Educators
“We Know Chrome” A tagline that CTL takes very seriously. The Portland based hardware manufacturer may not ring a bell, but they have been in the business of making PCs, laptops, displays and more since the late 80’s. In 2015 CTL entered the Chromebook market with their enterprise-focused model and since that time have become […]
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