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
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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
MacOS Sequoia copies some of ChromeOS’ best tricks
Yesterday, Apple's WWDC 2024 kicked off with the customary keynote, and as I watched some reaction videos this morning, I was a bit struck by some of the features added to MacOS for this fall's release of Sequoia. If you are a Chromebook user, you'll likely share the same reaction I had upon seeing … [Read more...] about MacOS Sequoia copies some of ChromeOS’ best tricks
You can now test the new YouTube layout design if you are a Premium subscriber
YouTube is in the midst of what could be a pretty divisive update to their general desktop UI. Back in April, Google randomly threw this UI update out to select users and the feedback was not good. Not good at all. In fact, there were many threads on Reddit and X loaded with complaints about this … [Read more...] about You can now test the new YouTube layout design if you are a Premium subscriber
This Google TV computer monitor from ASUS oddly makes a lot of sense
As part of Computex 2024, ASUS has announced a bit of an oddity in the ZenScreen Smart MS27UC: the world's first Google TV monitor. It blurs the lines between monitor and smart TV, and though it sounds a tad off the wall, I have to admit I'm quite intrigued by this sort of thing. I'll explain why … [Read more...] about This Google TV computer monitor from ASUS oddly makes a lot of sense
This ARM Chromebook from ASUS is just $149 once again
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
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
