If you've been around Chrome Unboxed, you are quite familiar with the names 'Gru' and 'Kevin' as they relate to an upcoming device with a hi-res screen, stylus support, and a folding 360-degree hinge. You'd also know that the main board that shows up with 'Kevin' is constantly been shown as … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Coming Soon: ‘Gru’ Is More Than Just a Board
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.
Google’s Pixel C: A Chromebook Cinderella Story?
Some would say that Google's Pixel C was a monumental failure. While others gave the "all-purpose" Android convertible an "A" for effort but a mediocre grade for practical usability. Whether you fall on the left, right or somewhere in the middle, the Pixel C will always remain Google's first … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel C: A Chromebook Cinderella Story?
Chromebook Fingerprint Scanner Unit Being Tested For ‘Gru’ Identified
Thanks to an attentive observation by one of our readers, we have been made aware of the exact fingerprint scanner that is being tested currently for the 'Gru' baseboard. As we've discussed before, 'Gru' is likely the mainboard of the upcoming 'Kevin' device which looks to be packed to the gills … [Read more...] about Chromebook Fingerprint Scanner Unit Being Tested For ‘Gru’ Identified
Upcoming Chromebooks To Have Fingerprint Scanners
Just a few years ago, the idea of a usable fingerprint scanner on a piece of personal tech like a laptop or phone seemed either Sci-Fi or completely gimmicky. The few phones that tried it never got it right, and the laptops I had that utilized this security feature did so with mixed … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chromebooks To Have Fingerprint Scanners
Intel’s Apollo Lake Coming to a Chromebook Near You
Earlier this week, rather discretely, Intel launched the their 7th generation Core processor Kaby Lake. Along with it came its Atom counterpart, Apollo Lake. The coverage of Intel's announcement has been nominal at best. Undoubtedly due, in part, to the fact that this is now the second generation of … [Read more...] about Intel’s Apollo Lake Coming to a Chromebook Near You
Lenovo Yoga Book Line Likely Coming To Chrome OS Too – Is This ‘Kevin’?
Deservedly, there's been a good bit of media surrounding Lenovo's announcement of the Yoga Book, a product that has been 3 years in the making according to Jeff Meredith. He just so happens to be the GM & VP of Lenovo's Android Chrome Computing Business Group. A crazy-long title, sure, but one … [Read more...] about Lenovo Yoga Book Line Likely Coming To Chrome OS Too – Is This ‘Kevin’?
First Hands-On Video of the Acer Chromebook R13
Beginning early this morning, Acer's Chromebook R13 has become a very hot topic around the Chrome OS communities. While a few press shots have been making the rounds online, I've been searching for some hands-on video to actually get a feel for the size, build, and overall aesthetic of this … [Read more...] about First Hands-On Video of the Acer Chromebook R13
Chrome 53 Arrives for Desktop
Long awaited Chrome 53 has just arrive for Windows, Mac and Linux desktops. While Chrome devices are still awaiting 53, the wait should be almost over. The release cycle generally runs one week behind the desktop version. Chrome OS 53 has many Chromebook users on the edge of their seats anticipating … [Read more...] about Chrome 53 Arrives for Desktop
Acer Chromebook R13 With Up To 64GB SSD Made Official Ahead of IFA
This morning, at the bright and early time of 4am, I fired up the Chromebook to live-stream Acer's pre-IFA Berlin 2016 press event. It was crazy-early, but I had high hopes that Acer's newest unofficial Chromebook would make an appearance. After waiting through IoT devices, Windows laptops, gaming … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook R13 With Up To 64GB SSD Made Official Ahead of IFA
USB Printing From A Chromebook Is Possible And Quite Simple
As reported by Chrome Story earlier this month, HP has launched a standalone app for Chrome OS aimed at taking all the pain points out of printing from a Chrome OS device. And, from what we've seen here at Chrome Unboxed, this little app is simple, steady, and does exactly what it … [Read more...] about USB Printing From A Chromebook Is Possible And Quite Simple
Google Says “So Long” to the Chromebook Pixel 2
Google's Chromebook Pixel 2(2015) appears to have officially seen its final days. Amid much speculation as to why the Pixel 2 has been out of stock for almost a month, the high-end device had recently been removed from the Pixel landing page, leaving only the Pixel C. Now, according to Venture Beat, … [Read more...] about Google Says “So Long” to the Chromebook Pixel 2
CTL To Release 2 New Rugged Touchscreen Chromebooks
Designed for the Education Sector, CTL's newest Chromebooks are set to launch in mid-September and come packed with great features for a reasonable $269 price tag. CTL's portfolio of Chrome OS devices continues to grow, and the addition of the NL61T and NL61TX continue CTL's momentum in the … [Read more...] about CTL To Release 2 New Rugged Touchscreen Chromebooks
