Though we're hoping for some new Chromebooks to hit the market soon, you can't really complain too much about the devices we have to choose from right now. There are devices on both ends of the price spectrum that are fantastic to use, and for those looking for a bit of a deal, this particular … [Read more...] about For $249, this is one of the best Chromebooks you can buy
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Google celebrates accessibility with global Chromebook initiatives
Global Accessibility Awareness Day is here and Google is taking this day to reaffirm their commitment to inclusivity and accessibility. The company's Products for All Accessibility team is central to this mission and has been working hard to ensure that Chromebooks are accessible to everyone, … [Read more...] about Google celebrates accessibility with global Chromebook initiatives
My ChromeOS on a phone dreams are shattered…for now
Well, it was fun to dream about it for a few days, right? Earlier this week, a wild report surfaced of a behind the scenes look at the Android Virtualization Framework running ChromiumOS on a Pixel 7 Pro. And it's one of those things that introduces a new computing paradigm that could have some … [Read more...] about My ChromeOS on a phone dreams are shattered…for now
Google’s Gemini AI is on the way to the classroom
Google for Education has for years touted the potential of AI to revolutionize learning. Today, that potential takes a major step forward towards reality with the introduction of Gemini for Google Workspace for the education sector. Designed in collaboration with education experts and institutions, … [Read more...] about Google’s Gemini AI is on the way to the classroom
Google needs a new Pixelbook just for their own events at this point
If you noticed during the Google I/O 2024 Keynote yesterday, every time a live demo of something on the web was shown off, the laptops being used were a pair of the last model made by Google themselves: the Pixelbook Go. I'm sure there are licensing issues and whatnot with putting a more modern … [Read more...] about Google needs a new Pixelbook just for their own events at this point
Google’s new “Web Filter” in search feels like a bad joke
If you happened to tune in to the Google I/O 2024 Keynote yesterday, you (like me and many others) probably felt a bit overwhelmed and bombarded by the constant, unending references to Gemini - Google's main AI platform. It's everywhere, will be everywhere, and is likely going to be interwoven into … [Read more...] about Google’s new “Web Filter” in search feels like a bad joke
Google I/O 2024 Keynote: hope you like Gemini
Well, Google's main Keynote for I/O 2024 is in the books. And if you couldn't tell by the title, it wasn't just Gemini-heavy: it was all about Gemini. Gemini in Search, Gemini in Workspace, Gemini on Android, Gemini in the cloud...you get the gist. Google went all-in on their AI models and it was … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2024 Keynote: hope you like Gemini
Why I wish the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook was at Best Buy
The HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook isn't just the best Chromebook ever made; it's arguably one of the best all-around laptops ever made, period. It is superlative in so many ways, from its excellent build quality and incredibly bright screen to the super smooth haptic trackpad. It truly offers the most … [Read more...] about Why I wish the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook was at Best Buy
ChatGPT-4o may steal Google I/O’s thunder before it starts
Have you seen it yet? Yesterday, OpenAI launched ChatGPT-4o (the "o" is for "omni") and the examples and results are staggering. We're talking next-gen AI, here, and the practical applications are just beginning to take shape for all those encountering the ChatGPT-4o news this morning. I'm a … [Read more...] about ChatGPT-4o may steal Google I/O’s thunder before it starts
Walmart has the fan-favorite Duet 5 for just $329
Though it has been a bit of a mess for the past few years, Walmart is finally starting to get their Chromebook selection reigned in a bit. While not as concise and cleaned up as what Best Buy offers, the Chromebooks available at Walmart are slowly getting better, and there are a few surprises in … [Read more...] about Walmart has the fan-favorite Duet 5 for just $329
My dreams of ChromeOS running on a phone are nearing reality
I've written or talked about this exact thing at least a dozen times here at Chrome Unboxed over the past 10 years. Sure, sometimes it's the dream of ChromeOS powering a phone, but most times all we've ever talked about in this particular space is the ability for a phone - most likely a Pixel - to … [Read more...] about My dreams of ChromeOS running on a phone are nearing reality
Snapdragon X Plus costs less than I expected and would be a great fit for Chromebooks
I banged this drum a bit a couple weeks ago, but another big reason has emerged to prove the point that the Snapdragon X Plus just belongs in a future Chromebook. Thanks to a report from VideoCardz, we now know the estimated cost of the X Plus SoC, and it isn't just competitive with Intel's bigger … [Read more...] about Snapdragon X Plus costs less than I expected and would be a great fit for Chromebooks
