I've been closely following the development of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for the past few weeks, wondering if they could finally be the primary earbuds to replace the only lingering Apple product I keep with me most days. You see, I generally carry AirPods Pro (the 1st-gen ones) mainly due to a … [Read more...] about With their latest Buds Pro 2, CMF by Nothing is changing the game
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The new, improved ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is $100 off
I have to admit something. When we came across the new version of the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 at Google's latest Chromebook event in New York this past May, I immediately assumed it was a slight spec bump and nothing more. In our video about all the new hardware at the event I said as much; and … [Read more...] about The new, improved ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is $100 off
Where to buy the monster ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus [UPDATED]
Yesterday, I wrote about the review unit ASUS sent over to us of the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus, citing the fact that the model we now have in the office is a bit more high-end than the model that is currently available for purchase on ASUS' website. While not a totally different device or … [Read more...] about Where to buy the monster ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus [UPDATED]
4 awesome Chromebook deals for 4th of July
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
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’
