One of the devices we haven't yet done a full review on is the ASUS C423. There are a few reasons for that, but the biggest one is the availability of a better model in the wild with a better display that we'd rather give a test drive over the one we currently have in the office. Once we get it, … [Read more...] about New ASUS Chromebook C424 May Merge Performance and Value
News
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.
Exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Interview With Brydge Founder Nick Smith [VIDEO]
Probably our favorite thing at CES 2019 was the time we got to spend with the fine folks from Brydge. In our time together, we got to really delve deep into what it took for them to bring the G-Type to life, the hurdles that had to be overcome to see the project through, and the benefits that are … [Read more...] about Exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Interview With Brydge Founder Nick Smith [VIDEO]
HP’s AMD Chromebooks Now Available. Shipping Next Week.
HP didn't waste any time on bringing their latest Chrome device to market and for that reason, they are truly the world's first AMD-powered Chromebook. The product page for the HP Chromebook 14 is now live and you can get your hands on one as early as next week if you so desire. Acer joined the … [Read more...] about HP’s AMD Chromebooks Now Available. Shipping Next Week.
CTL Launches Chrome OS Tablet Ahead Of BETT
CTL CEO Erik Stromquist was right in the thick of things in Las Vegas last week but the Oregon-based Chromebook maker's leader wasn't there to debut a new device. CTL's new found partnership with Sprint and their deep ties with Google were reason enough to make the trip to CES. Instead, CTL is … [Read more...] about CTL Launches Chrome OS Tablet Ahead Of BETT
Chrome OS Launcher May Soon Be Able To Search For And Install Linux Apps
The entire Crostini (Linux apps on Chromebooks) effort has moved along quite quickly when you think about it. In just 6 short months, we've gone from not having an official option for Linux apps (though Crouton is and was an amazing effort) to seeing a majority of Chromebooks gain baked-in access … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Launcher May Soon Be Able To Search For And Install Linux Apps
New Flag Enables Powerful Feature For Chromebook Files App
If you are a user who's made the transition to Chromebooks from a more standard OS like Mac OS or Windows, file management could be a little different for you. For me, the transition to Chrome OS and the way it handles files took me a bit of time. As I transitioned over, I tended to store lots … [Read more...] about New Flag Enables Powerful Feature For Chromebook Files App
Google Is Officially Killing Chromecast Audio
Ah, Chromecast Audio: the peculiar cousin to the vastly-popular Google Chromecast that never really managed to find a solid footing in the market. While being a fantastic add-on to traditionally "dumb" speakers, the Chromecast Audio never really caught on for the general public. … [Read more...] about Google Is Officially Killing Chromecast Audio
CES 2019: Acer Chromebook 315 (AMD) First Impressions [VIDEO]
It's been nearly a week since Acer dropped the news that they, along with HP, would be debuting one of the industry's first AMD-powered Chromebooks. … [Read more...] about CES 2019: Acer Chromebook 315 (AMD) First Impressions [VIDEO]
CES 2019: ASUS Chromebook Flip C434, CT100 Tablet First Look [VIDEO]
We covered ASUS' announcement of their CES 2019 offerings both before the event and once we landed, so if you want to read more about the 4 education devices, you can head right here. If you'd like to read all the specs and stats of the surprise device - the ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 - and … [Read more...] about CES 2019: ASUS Chromebook Flip C434, CT100 Tablet First Look [VIDEO]
Take A 360-Degree Tour Of Google’s Quirky Assistant Ride At CES 2019
Yesterday, CES 2019 officially opened its doors to the public. A couple of hours prior, Google invited the media to their massive booth in the front parking lot of the Las Vegas Convention Center to showcase some new features headed to the Google Assistant. … [Read more...] about Take A 360-Degree Tour Of Google’s Quirky Assistant Ride At CES 2019
Exclusive: Brydge Debuts First-Ever Wireless Bluetooth Touchpad and Keyboard Made For Chromebooks [VIDEO]
To say we are excited to be breaking this news to the world would be a massive understatement. Proper made-for-Chrome-OS accessories are few and far between, but keyboards and touchpads are not just hard to find, they are impossible to find. The reason? They simply don't exist. Sure, we've … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Brydge Debuts First-Ever Wireless Bluetooth Touchpad and Keyboard Made For Chromebooks [VIDEO]
Google At CES 2019: What’s New With The Assistant?
Even more so than last year, Google has descended on CES with one thing on their mind. Assistant Everywhere! We'll be bringing you hands-on of as many products as we can hunt down but Google has also previewed some really great upcoming features as well as new forms of the Assistant that will … [Read more...] about Google At CES 2019: What’s New With The Assistant?