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
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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
You may soon be able to edit sent messages in Google Messages
I have to give them credit; Google is steadily working to bring new updates and features to its Messages app. No longer just a texting application, the RCS client from Google is growing in its abilities day by day, and the latest addition may be the ability to edit sent messages in RCS (Rich … [Read more...] about You may soon be able to edit sent messages in Google Messages
Google’s 3D video calling is coming in 2025 but who’s it for?
In 2021, Google unveiled Project Starline, a new immersive video call platform that looked like something out of science fiction. This project showed off a "magic window" that could make you feel like you were sharing a room with someone, even if they were miles away. In a blog post today, Google … [Read more...] about Google’s 3D video calling is coming in 2025 but who’s it for?
ChromeOS 124’s settings search is far smarter than I thought
With ChromeOS 124 came the new, overhauled settings app as well. With this new system app, your Chromebook settings are finally parsed out into proper sections instead of being one, long feed of toggles and buttons. It feels far more on-brand for Google and, once again, gives some design alignment … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 124’s settings search is far smarter than I thought
Spatial Audio may be on the way for your Chromebook
According to a recent post over at 9to5 Google, it seems the ChromeOS team is now at work to bring one of the more technologically impressive audio features to Chromebooks: Spatial Audio. If you aren't familiar with it, many smartphones and earbuds now offer Spatial Audio as a way to create … [Read more...] about Spatial Audio may be on the way for your Chromebook
Walmart officially confirms the Onn 4K Pro streaming box launch
It's been a bit of a roller coaster ride for anyone eagerly awaiting Walmart's new Onn 4K Pro Google TV streaming box. First spotted earlier this month, the Onn 4K Pro is now available for purchase on Walmart's website but sparse availability and confusion around the remote have left shoppers … [Read more...] about Walmart officially confirms the Onn 4K Pro streaming box launch
Google I/O 2024: How to watch and what we expect from this year’s conference
Google I/O is one of my favorite times of the year when the brightest minds at Google unveil their work in software, hardware, and AI innovation. Although some hardware has made its way into the keynotes over the last few years, the conference is still very focused on the developer community with … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2024: How to watch and what we expect from this year’s conference
