About a month ago, a device that we've only really had time with at CES 2023 finally appeared at Best Buy. The ASUS Chromebook CM14 was a bit of a surprise at that show and was our first real run-in with the newer, entry-level processor from MediaTek in the Kompanio 520. Since then, this … [Read more...] about This ARM Chromebook from ASUS is just $149 once again
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You will soon be able to text 911 in Google Messages thanks to RCS
We all know that split-second decisions can make all the difference in an emergency. But what happens when calling 911 isn't an option? That's where texting can be a lifesaver – and it's about to get a whole lot better thanks to RCS. Partnering with emergency tech experts RapidSOS, Google … [Read more...] about You will soon be able to text 911 in Google Messages thanks to RCS
How Steam is running these days on a Chromebook
It's been quite a while for me on this one. With NVIDIA GeForce NOW being so good, I've largely lost the appetite for seeing Steam games on Chromebooks finally emerge from the shadows of Beta. I still would love the idea of having a few titles right on my device and really love the concept of … [Read more...] about How Steam is running these days on a Chromebook
Chromebook AI wallpapers are fun as long as you don’t have a QHD or 4K screen
Like many other Chromebook owners, I've been playing around with some of the fun, new AI tricks we have on Chromebook Plus models since the update to ChromeOS 125. One of the new features I was pretty excited for is the new AI-powered wallpaper picker that allows users to create unique, colorful … [Read more...] about Chromebook AI wallpapers are fun as long as you don’t have a QHD or 4K screen
This convertible Chromebook with a great screen for $229 is silly
It's been nearly a month since a deal like this showed up, and last time it wasn't quite this good. The Lenovo Flex 3i has been a Chromebook I've been happy to recommend whether on or off sale for well over a year at this point, and it is still a device I think most buyers would be thrilled with … [Read more...] about This convertible Chromebook with a great screen for $229 is silly
Why ‘Ciri’ might be the first Chromebook tablet with a great camera
I've made this sort of proclamation about devices in the past, so I do want to be careful with what I'm about to say. However, overwhelming evidence points to 'Ciri' - the upcoming Chromebook tablet powered by the newly-announced MediaTek Kompanio 838 - likely having a vastly-improved camera … [Read more...] about Why ‘Ciri’ might be the first Chromebook tablet with a great camera
Android’s Find My Device third-party trackers are now shipping
After a much-anticipated wait, Android's Find My Device network, which was first announced back in 2023, is finally ready to go head-to-head with Apple's AirTags. The network, officially launched in April 2024, now supports third-party trackers, with the first wave from Chipolo and Pebblebee … [Read more...] about Android’s Find My Device third-party trackers are now shipping
Gemini may soon be able to handle Spotify playback
It seems Gemini - Google's AI chatbot - might be getting a new musical ability. Recent discoveries hidden within the code of the latest Google app update suggest a Spotify integration could be on the horizon. If true, this will definitely make Gemini a bit more helpful for me and I'm sure quite a … [Read more...] about Gemini may soon be able to handle Spotify playback
The Chrome Cast 267: Thoughts on new Chromebook Plus hardware
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we dive into our thoughts on the new Chromebook Plus model and Chromebooks that were recently announced at the event in NYC. Following the event, we had a great chat with Stella Shannon, ChromeOS Consumer Hardware Product Lead, and we did a hands-on video but … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 267: Thoughts on new Chromebook Plus hardware
Cameyo officially joins Google to bring legacy apps to ChromeOS
In a pretty significant development for the ChromeOS ecosystem, Google has announced the acquisition of Cameyo, a leader in virtual application delivery (VAD). This strategic move reinforces Google's commitment to providing a seamless and efficient experience for users who rely on both legacy and … [Read more...] about Cameyo officially joins Google to bring legacy apps to ChromeOS
More evidence ‘Ciri’ will be a Lenovo Chromebook Plus tablet
Ahead of Computex 2024 last week, MediaTek made a pretty significant Chromebook announcement with the unveiling of the new Kompanio 838 SoC. We've already discussed it at length, but the short version is this: MediaTek's latest chip for Chromebooks packs in on-device AI, solid performance, and … [Read more...] about More evidence ‘Ciri’ will be a Lenovo Chromebook Plus tablet
The Onn. 4K Pro streaming box ‘two remote mystery’ has been solved
If you're in the market for a new Google TV streaming device, Walmart's new Onn. 4K Pro streaming box is going to deliver the most bang for your buck and is the one we'd recommend getting right now but you might want to wait to purchase. As we reported soon after devices started showing up in … [Read more...] about The Onn. 4K Pro streaming box ‘two remote mystery’ has been solved
