You'd be forgiven for not tracking all the new features that rolled out in the latest ChromeOS 125 update. While it was really exciting to get an absolute flood of new stuff in this latest update for our beloved Chromebooks, some of the smaller, less headline-grabbing features could have easily … [Read more...] about The new ChromeOS GIF recorder is simple and awesome
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The Chrome Cast 268: ChromeOS is moving to the Android kernel
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we dive into a big announcement from Google regarding the backend framework of ChromeOS and all of the new software features for Chromebook Plus that were announced at the Chromebook Showcase a few weeks ago in NYC. We had planned for the latter to be the … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 268: ChromeOS is moving to the Android kernel
Time to say goodbye to the 1st-gen Acer Chromebook 516 GE
Just about a month ago, we saw the first Chromebook Plus model get listed as clearance over at Best Buy. The ASUS CM34 is one that we had in the office before most of the other Chromebook Plus models, and I'd hope that a proper, mid-range successor is in the works from ASUS to replace it. And … [Read more...] about Time to say goodbye to the 1st-gen Acer Chromebook 516 GE
An unreal deal gets even better on the ASUS Chromebook CM14
Deals tend to follow a semi-reliable pattern in the world of Chromebooks. At one-week intervals most times, Chromebook deals usually begin on Monday, stay through Sunday, and reset on Monday the next week. But this week doesn't seem to be the norm, and one of the best overall deals of the week … [Read more...] about An unreal deal gets even better on the ASUS Chromebook CM14
The Pixel 8 and 8A now have access to on-board AI thanks to the June Pixel update
Google's latest feature drop is a pretty substantial update for folks who want AI smarts on budget-friendly devices. While there are additional updates to accessibility, lost device recovery, and enhanced photography controls, the star of the show is undoubtedly the expansion of Gemini Nano to more … [Read more...] about The Pixel 8 and 8A now have access to on-board AI thanks to the June Pixel update
The ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is available and priced right
The journey of the ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus has been a bit of an odd one for a device with this sort of pedigree. We actually got our hands on a pre-production version all the way back in late December 2023, but it didn't actually launch until the new Chromebook Plus event that happened … [Read more...] about The ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is available and priced right
5 ways to improve your corporate Chromebook experience
Chromebooks are great fleet devices thanks to their budget-friendly price, streamlined management, and top-notch security features. With hundreds of customizable policies available in the Google Admin Console, IT administrators have the power to tailor the Chromebook experience to perfectly fit … [Read more...] about 5 ways to improve your corporate Chromebook experience
Understanding how and when to use ‘Help me write’ on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
Of the new features that were unveiled at Google's latest Chromebook event, 'Help me write' is likely the one most people are talking about. With all the AI jargon going around these days, it can be easy to misunderstand how some of these new tools actually work, so we wanted to clarify a few things … [Read more...] about Understanding how and when to use ‘Help me write’ on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
The ChromeOS foundation is shifting to the Android kernel
In what is some pretty significant news today, Google has announced that the process is beginning to bring Android and ChromeOS fare more in-line than ever before by embracing parts of the larger Android stack - the Android Linux kernel and Android Frameworks - as a part of the foundational … [Read more...] about The ChromeOS foundation is shifting to the Android kernel
Google needs to make iPhone compatible with the Chromebook Phone Hub
With the big WWDC keynote from Apple this week, a thought I've been having for a long time was resurfaced as I watched Apple announce new features for MacOS that we've had on Chromebooks for a while. One of the particular new features that rejuvenated this train of thought for me was the addition … [Read more...] about Google needs to make iPhone compatible with the Chromebook Phone Hub
Take your research to the next level with Google’s AI-powered NotebookLM
Last summer, Google introduced NotebookLM, an AI-powered research and writing assistant designed to change how users understand and explore complex information. After widening availability in the United States back in December, Google has now announced that an upgraded version of NotebookLM powered … [Read more...] about Take your research to the next level with Google’s AI-powered NotebookLM
One of the best all-around Chromebook Plus is just $349 right now
It's been nearly two months since Lenovo put the excellent Flex 5i Chromebook Plus on sale last time around. That was back in April, and the discount wasn't quite what we're dealing with today, but it speaks to how well this particular device sells without the price having to be dropped on a … [Read more...] about One of the best all-around Chromebook Plus is just $349 right now
