It has been an exciting week here at Chrome Unboxed. As I’m sure you’ve heard, Samsung’s new Chromebook Pro is the buzz around the tech world at the moment. Giddy as we were to finally get a glimpse of this Chromebook, it’s only the tip of the iceberg. The world of Chrome OS is approaching […]
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Chromecast Now Works With Facebook Videos
In a move long overdue, Facebook videos on your phone or tablet will finally employ the Google Cast API. What this means for all you cat video and meme viewers is simple sharing is now just a button away.
Continue ReadingChromebook Development Still Going Strong. Meet Our Next Contestant: ‘Pyro’
We’re not trying to beat a dead horse here. But, when we say we are convinced that Chromebooks and Chrome OS aren’t going anywhere anytime soon; we truly believe it. Amidst all the talk of Andromeda and the future of Google’s operating systems as we know it, Chromebook development has not slowed even the slightest. […]
Continue ReadingChromecast 4K Ultra Loses Its Chromecast Logo – Will The Name Go Too?
An image has emerged of the newest member of the Chromecast family: The Chromecast 4k Ultra. While looking a bit like the 2nd version of Google’s wildly-popular streaming dongle, the new Chromecast 4K takes a decidedly clean aesthetic approach, even removing the Chrome logo altogether.
Continue ReadingCould ‘Fievel’ Be The First Rockchip-Based Chromebox?
The number of upcoming Chromebook devices continues to grow at what seems to be an exponentional pace. The hot ticket at the moment? Convertibles. Around every corner we seem to uncover another 360° device. From high-end flagships to price-conscious EDU models, these all-in-one machines will be available for the masses before you know it.
Continue ReadingChromecast Audio: Create Audio Groups And Share The Awesome
Yesterday we saw considerable traffic around our Chromecast post. Being a Chrome-focused site, we’ve talked intermittently about Chromecast up to this point. As the traffic clearly shows, our readers are very interested in all things Chromecast, so we will start delivering more things like tips, how-to’s and new features as we come across them. The […]
Continue ReadingNew Chromebook With Force Touch (Pressure Sensitive) Display: Meet ‘Relm’
A few days ago we broke the news of touch-sensitive display being tested on a device. At the time we found this, we had few details about this upcoming Chromebook. We have since gathered those details and are excited to add ‘Relm’ to the upcoming devices list.
Continue ReadingNew Chromebook ‘Kevin’ Likely Being Made By Samsung
Since our coverage of the much-anticipated Chromebook ‘Kevin’ began hitting the web, one really big question has eluded us. Who is making ‘Kevin’? Today, we think we have pretty clear proof that Samsung will be producing ‘Kevin’ and we are super-excited to share it with you!
Continue ReadingNew Lenovo Convertible Skylake Chromebook: Say Hello To ‘Pbody’
As if the list of upcoming Chrome OS devices wasn’t enough to keep us on the edge of our seats, the truth of the matter is that we’ve only just begun. With hardware such as active stylus pens and fingerprint scanners, the world of Chromebooks as we know it has turned a new, exciting corner. As […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s In An OS? Chrome OS, Android, & The Blurring Line Between
Let me ask you something. What makes up an operating system (OS)? Really think about this for a second and consider what it is about Android, Chrome OS, Windows, or iOS that make any of them your OS of choice. What makes each one unique? Now, let’s bring that consideration into a more narrow funnel. […]
Continue ReadingNew Chromebook Coming Soon: ‘Gru’ Is More Than Just a Board
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 codename ‘Gru’. You’d know […]
Continue ReadingIntel’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 processors produced in place of Intel’s fabled 10nm […]
Continue ReadingCTL 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 Education Sector.
Continue ReadingWe Need More 15-Inch Chromebooks
Unlike just a few years ago, Chromebooks now come in a variety of sizes. Currently, they range all the way from 10.1 inches to 15.6 inches, including 11.6″, 13″, and 14″ models. While all these sizes have some representation, the bulk of Chromebooks right now fall in the 13.3″ category. As great as 13.3″ devices […]
Continue ReadingPokémon GO and Chrome OS: A Little Perspective
Unless you have been detached from the internet as a whole over the last few days, you likely have seen the absurdly rapid growth of Pokémon GO over the past few days. I have to admit, it took a few days before I even considered installing the app. I’ve never been a huge fan of […]
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