There was a time a few years ago that I really pushed back at the idea of needing a remote for the living room any longer. The thought process went something like this: if I can share anything up to the big screen from my phone, tablet, or Chromebook, why in the world would I bother with another … [Read more...] about I was wrong: streaming devices with remotes are the only answer
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Of all the things you can do on a Chromebook, gaming is one that you generally don't think about. ChromeOS may be a superior OS for enterprise and work-related stuff due to its rock-solid security and cloud-based deployment; but it clearly isn't designed to be great at something like … [Read more...] about You can sign up for GeForce NOW at 50% off right now
The Windows CrowdStrike outage highlights the benefits of ChromeOS
The dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) has reared its head in a most devastating way today thanks to a faulty update from security firm CrowdStrike. Thousands of businesses worldwide, from banks to airports, were blindsided as their Windows machines abruptly crashed. This isn't just a minor glitch … [Read more...] about The Windows CrowdStrike outage highlights the benefits of ChromeOS
Prime Day is over, but most of the Chromebook deals remain
It's been a pretty wild week of deals all around the web. As we've noted before, Prime Day has become such a spectacle that other retailers now respond with their own take on a massive set of deals to combat Amazon's excitement of the buying public. In the end, it's a win all around for shoppers, … [Read more...] about Prime Day is over, but most of the Chromebook deals remain
How the next HP x360 Chromebook Plus could be the one to beat
Of all the Chromebooks on the market, there is one line that I've felt has been right on the verge of greatness for years and has been held back by silly hardware choices along the way. That line is the x360 14c family of devices from HP, and it's almost painful to see them get so close to the … [Read more...] about How the next HP x360 Chromebook Plus could be the one to beat
Pixel 9 Pro Fold leak confirms a portrait interior screen
We're inside of a month away from Google's next Pixel hardware even set for August 13th in California, and as is the case most times with new Google hardware, leaks have been plentiful. We've seen the Pixel 9 lineup from nearly every conceivable angle, but the new folding phone in the family hasn't … [Read more...] about Pixel 9 Pro Fold leak confirms a portrait interior screen
This Chromebook Plus deal is an absolute hidden gem
With Prime Day in full swing, it's pretty easy to be completely and utterly overwhelmed by deals, discounts, and a dizzying array of marked-down items. Not only are there price reductions over at Amazon this week, all competitor sites have crazy deals in place as well. As a matter of fact, the … [Read more...] about This Chromebook Plus deal is an absolute hidden gem
We asked, you answered: nearly 50% of you never use AI at all
AI as a general technology seems to be here to stay. How it will actually play out and affect all aspects of our digital culture are yet to be seen at this point, but I think it is a fair assessment to assume big tech is going to keep betting on it for the foreseeable future. But what are actual … [Read more...] about We asked, you answered: nearly 50% of you never use AI at all
No, Google is not abandoning ChromeOS Flex
A couple weeks back, in light of the news that Google was planning a transition for ChromeOS over to the Android Linux Kernel, an article surfaced that called the future of ChromeOS Flex into question. After all, by the sound of things, it is reasonable to wonder if this change will negatively … [Read more...] about No, Google is not abandoning ChromeOS Flex
Prime Day means great Chromebook deals everywhere but Amazon
Well folks, it's Prime Day once again. And in a way that only a monolith of online retail like Amazon can truly manage to do, a 2-day fire sale ends up affecting the entire retail industry. Once upon a time, Chromebook options and deals were strong on Amazon, but that time has passed. Instead, … [Read more...] about Prime Day means great Chromebook deals everywhere but Amazon
The Chrome Cast 272: Amazon Prime Day effect
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we talk through Amazon Prime Day, the cancellation of the LaCros browser, and if we think ChromeOS Flex is going away now that ChromeOS is moving to the Android kernel. The first part of the show is dedicated to Prime Day, Amazon's massive online sales event … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 272: Amazon Prime Day effect
Huge Prime Day savings on Google Pixel hardware
The Prime Day deals are here, and there are some surprisingly great deals on Google Pixel hardware over on Amazon today! With the Made By Google Pixel 9 event happening next month, it seems Google is eager to clear out its inventory – and that means big savings for you. Although there aren't many … [Read more...] about Huge Prime Day savings on Google Pixel hardware
