We reported on this upcoming change not too long ago, so this isn’t really a surprise. However, I’m sure there are folks who didn’t read that article and may be wondering why they are seeing an update to an app they didn’t download.
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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.
Samsung Chromebook Pro Misses Rumored Launch Date: When Should We Expect It?
Back a couple weeks ago when we broke the news of the Samsung Chromebook Pro, there was a very, very loose date attached to the leak. Provided by a quickly-removed B&H listing, we had thin hope that the device would show up on or before October 24th. It clearly did not.
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro Product Page Reconstructed: See It Again!
I’m not sure about everyone else, but I was extremely sad when Samsung decided to pull down the product page that gave us our first look at the Samsung Chromebook Pro.
Continue ReadingChrome Canary 56 For Android Goes Topsy-Turvy
Last week Google released the Canary version of Chrome for Android to the public as an available download from the Play Store. If you’re unfamiliar with the different versions of Chrome and Chrome OS you can read all about them here. Being the inquisitive mind that I am, I quickly installed Chrome Canary 56 on […]
Continue ReadingChromecast Ultra In Stock Early At Walmart
According to a Reddit post just yesterday, the Chromecast Ultra is already showing up on the shelves at Walmart.
Continue ReadingPixel Owners Rejoice: Google’s New Phone Is IP53 Dust & Water Resistant
Google’s new flagship phone, the Pixel, received quite a bit of scrutiny after its debut at the 10/4 event. But, let’s be honest, a newly branded flagship phone from Google that’s consumer focused is going to draw critics like flies to honey.
Continue ReadingChrome Remote Desktop Latest Update (53) Adds Remote Sound Support
Just recently, the very helpful Chrome Remote Desktop app has been updated to version 53 and brings about a great addition in the update. Audio is now automatically routed to the remote device with no setup needed.
Continue ReadingChromecast Ultra: What You’ll Need To Stream 4K
Thinking about picking up the latest take on Chromecast? If you want a future-proof streaming device that will begin taking advantage of the growing library of 4K content, the Chromecast Ultra is the way to go. But, for those who haven’t really looked into 4K until now, here are some things to keep in mind.
Continue ReadingChrome 55 Beta For Android Is Here
Earlier today on the Google Chrome Releases Blog, Chrome 55 Beta for Android was announced. The changelog is lengthy and technical as always, so we’ll just touch on a couple things here. But as we talked about here, Chrome OS 55 is bringing some really great performance and feature updates, so seeing any version of […]
Continue ReadingNew Chromebook ‘Asuka’ Could Be The Next Dell Chromebook: And Could Be Coming Soon
The past few weeks have seen a firestorm of rumors, leaks and releases of all types of Chromebooks. From the accidental confirmation of the Samsung Chromebook Pro to photos from an FCC filing of the newest Asus convertible (which most certainly should be ‘Cave), and even the Acer Chromebook R 13 finally making its way […]
Continue ReadingAnother Reason To Choose Chromecast v2 Over The New Chromecast Ultra
The Chromecast Ultra is looming with a release date due in the upcoming weeks. As awesome as new tech is and as great as it is to have the latest/greatest devices, sometimes the things we have right now are still a better fit.
Continue ReadingAcer Chromebook R13 Unboxing and Hands On
Announced back at IFA Berlin in September, the Acer Chromebook R13 is finally here! This device ushers in a new wave of thoughtfully designed, convertible Chromebooks meant to take full advantage of Android Apps when they hit many Chromebooks this fall.
Continue ReadingNorton Offers A Suite Of Chrome Security Extensions
For 25 years Norton by Symantec has been providing anti-virus and anti-malware solutions for personal and business computing. In recent years the leader in online security has shifted primarily to business-oriented software, but they still offer a number of consumer products under the Norton namesake. If you are a fan of the Chrome web browser, […]
Continue ReadingChrome 54 Arrives For Android
Chrome for Android has been updated to version 54. The upcoming release of Chrome 55 is likely to contain some major enhancements and features but 54 has brought a few new tricks as well.
Continue ReadingChromecast vs. Chromecast Ultra: Which Should You Buy?
Though not released yet, the Chromecast Ultra is intriguing on a few levels. Promises of faster streaming, 4K UHD resolution and Ethernet cable connectivity make this a device that may be exactly what you need. But with a perfectly good Chromecast available for half the price, is it worth the extra cash?
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