Mysteriously, a new model of the awesome Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook has emerged at Best Buy and is oddly categorized under PC Gaming > Gaming Laptops. Regardless, it is there, on sale, and a device that even at a $50 discount you likely should not purchase. Don't get me wrong: I 100% think Lenovo … [Read more...] about A new Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook appears, but makes little sense
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Chrome on Windows is finally getting a PDF inking tool Chromebooks have had for years
It only took 5 short years for a feature to migrate over to Windows that we ChromeOS folks have been used to using in the PDF Viewer: pen annotation. When I was made aware of this change, I at first thought the article in question was misinformed. Surely there was no way after all this time that … [Read more...] about Chrome on Windows is finally getting a PDF inking tool Chromebooks have had for years
The Chrome Cast 263: The mounting problem of the Google Graveyard
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we dive into a big update on the website, publishing our last YouTube video for a bit, and a mounting problem that has us frustrated with Google. The first half of the show is all about the return of the comments section on the website. After working through … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 263: The mounting problem of the Google Graveyard
Acer’s new Chromebook Plus 514 is more of the same, but different
Today, Acer is announcing a new Chromebook Plus 514 model that keeps the same name, much of the same look, but a few differing pieces both on the inside and on the outside from the existing one. Sat next to one another, the first Chromebook Plus 514 and this new one look quite similar. There are … [Read more...] about Acer’s new Chromebook Plus 514 is more of the same, but different
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is down to just $349
It's been a few months since the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 drastically fell in price all the way down to $349 and then on to only $299 a week later. Though I was lukewarm about it at the launch of this device, even I had to admit that sort of pricing for the Galaxy Chromebook 2 is pretty … [Read more...] about The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is down to just $349
For some reason, my Chrome browser just went back in time
With the arrival of ChromeOS 119 in late 2023, the updated, Material You makeover for Chrome arrived for Chromebooks. Well, sort of. It was there for some, not there for others, and it's been a bit hit-or-miss in the updates ever since. There has been a related set of flags (found by searching … [Read more...] about For some reason, my Chrome browser just went back in time
I’m unsure when this new Chromebook calendar feature arrived, but I love it
Right off the bat, here, let me make this 100% clear: this new-to-me feature may have been around for a little while. I'll explain why I'm just seeing it today in a moment, but we posted about ChromeOS' Up Next pop-up in the Canary Channel of ChromeOS back in February of 2023, so it's been around … [Read more...] about I’m unsure when this new Chromebook calendar feature arrived, but I love it
YouTube’s crackdown on ad blockers escalates
YouTube is cracking down on mobile ad blockers. In an update on Monday, the platform warns that if you use a third-party app to watch YouTube without ads, you might experience playback issues. This means videos could buffer excessively or see the error “The following content is not available on this … [Read more...] about YouTube’s crackdown on ad blockers escalates
There’s something you should know about recent Chromebook HDMI ports
When picking up a Chromebook, there are a lot of factors to consider. Screen size, build quality, processor speed, port selection, form factor, keyboard/trackpad quality, etc. all play a big part in how any individual will enjoy or dislike their Chromebook experience. HDMI output - a port option … [Read more...] about There’s something you should know about recent Chromebook HDMI ports
At $199, this ultra-portable convertible Chromebook is an unbeatable deal
I've reviewed a lot of Chromebooks. Nearly all of them, actually, and it is pretty rare that I get my hands on a device, spend a bit of time with it, form an opinion, and then feel the need to retract that opinion months later. Chromebooks are pretty surface-level devices, and generally speaking, … [Read more...] about At $199, this ultra-portable convertible Chromebook is an unbeatable deal
Here’s why we’re taking a break from YouTube [VIDEO]
I know a title like that is a pretty loaded one and, to be fair, that's on purpose. We want you to read this and watch the video, but the reasons are likely a bit different than what you came in thinking they are. I'll say this right up front: we're not going anywhere, the break is going to be … [Read more...] about Here’s why we’re taking a break from YouTube [VIDEO]
My favorite Chromebook deal is back, baby!
When I talk about my favorite deals, it doesn't always mean I'm talking about my favorite devices. There may be a certain Chromebook that isn't a fit for my needs, but the deal on it still makes it easy to recommend and gets a great user experience in someone's hands for a small amount of money. … [Read more...] about My favorite Chromebook deal is back, baby!
