For all those who celebrate, Happy 4th of July! Like most other holidays, the 4th comes with some great sales and deals, and Chromebooks are no exception. While a few of these I'll share below are deals that originated earlier in the week, a couple just popped up today: and all of them are worth a … [Read more...] about 4 awesome Chromebook deals for 4th of July
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Google’s Pixel 9 is finally getting a better fingerprint reader
Google's Pixel line has seen its share of growing pains, but I will give them some credit here: they have consistently addressed criticisms and refined the Pixel series year after year. The upcoming Pixel 9 series looks to continue that trend, tackling one of the most requested upgrades: the … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 9 is finally getting a better fingerprint reader
The new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 gets its first sale price at $579
Without doubt, the Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (all iterations of it over the past few years) has cemented itself as one of the nicest Chromebooks on the market. From a great build quality to a great screen and always-fast internals, this device lineup has simply delivered the goods year after year, … [Read more...] about The new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 gets its first sale price at $579
ASUS sent us a monster version of the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus
I'm a tad bit shocked and confused right now. Our review unit of the sometimes-confusing ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus arrived today and like I always do with a new Chromebook that comes to our door, I peeked inside to make sure things are all there and in place. After all, nothing spoils … [Read more...] about ASUS sent us a monster version of the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus
YouTube Premium is about to get more plan options for subscribers
YouTube is prepping some changes to their Premium subscription service with some new features, experimental tools, and – most notably – a potential expansion of its current plan offerings. First up, let's talk through the new stuff current subscribers can now access or will be able to soon. New … [Read more...] about YouTube Premium is about to get more plan options for subscribers
I’m thrilled not to have to wait until the fall for a 45mm Pixel Watch
Since its debut, I've been waiting for a larger size of the Pixel Watch. Sure, I wore the original for a while, but it always bugged me how small it looked on my wrist. After having worn the larger Fitbit Versa and now the Samsung Galaxy Watch, I know there's simply no going back to a 41mm watch … [Read more...] about I’m thrilled not to have to wait until the fall for a 45mm Pixel Watch
Check your email for big savings on Pixel Buds Pro and Pixel Watch 2
With the August 13th Pixel Hardware Event quickly approaching, Google is more than ready to push some of last year's hardware out the door with a bit more verve than usual. I got two emails yesterday evening reminding me of a couple deals that, frankly, I'd missed to begin with. Luckily for me and … [Read more...] about Check your email for big savings on Pixel Buds Pro and Pixel Watch 2
Google Pixel 9 hands-on leak shows off a bold new color
Last week, we reported on the unexpected news that Google is moving their annual hardware event to August. And if you listened to the latest episode of The Chrome Cast podcast, you heard us talk through what were expecting at this year's event but the leaks keep coming and we now have a look at what … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 9 hands-on leak shows off a bold new color
The powerful, new MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook has a name: ‘Rauru’
Last week, we uncovered work being done on yet another ARM-based MediaTek chip for Chromebooks in the still-mysterious MT8196. Based solely on the model number, this SoC should end up as the most powerful MediaTek chip in a Chromebook to date, and it could be a significant jump depending on the … [Read more...] about The powerful, new MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook has a name: ‘Rauru’
Google’s AI video creator, Vids, is now available to try out
Back in April, Google teased its exciting new AI-powered video creator, Vids. Now, those enrolled in Workspace Labs are getting a hands-on experience with this innovative tool. Seamlessly integrated into the Google Workspace suite, alongside Docs, Sheets, and Slides, Vids gives users the ability to … [Read more...] about Google’s AI video creator, Vids, is now available to try out
Don’t miss $150 off on arguably the most well-rounded Chromebook Plus
One of the Chromebook Plus models that is realistically the most well-rounded devices currently available in the Chromebook Plus world. While not the most impressive one you can find from a sheer spec perspective, the Flex 5i maintains a lower-than-average price for a Chromebook with this much good … [Read more...] about Don’t miss $150 off on arguably the most well-rounded Chromebook Plus
MediaTek has a new high-end ARM chip coming for Chromebooks
Well, well, well: I did not expect to find this little nugget this morning. I was actually doing a little research on a device that I can't believe didn't have a longer, more-prosperous run in the Acer Chromebook Spin 513. That device, powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 1380, was the only one of its … [Read more...] about MediaTek has a new high-end ARM chip coming for Chromebooks
