We’re back with another episode of The Chrome Cast podcast and this week we dive into upcoming hardware, our thoughts on the Chromebook market, and how new ARM processors might impact things moving forward. But the bulk of our discussion revolves around Robby’s discovery of a Chromebook Plus branded … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 265: In anticipation of the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE
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The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE will get a brighter RGB keyboard
I've been talking a lot about the upcoming Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE, and that's for a very good reason. Actually, it's for a host of reasons, and we spent the vast majority of our time on this week's episode of The Chrome Cast talking about this soon-to-come Chromebook. I have some pretty high … [Read more...] about The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE will get a brighter RGB keyboard
Pixel 8a leak reveals increase in battery, but not in price
The latest Pixel 8a leak from Smartprix (partnering with @OnLeaks) reveals that Google might be keeping the price exactly the same as last year's Pixel 7a, along with some sweet upgrades that make this mid-range device even more tempting. Though many rumors had Google increasing the price of this … [Read more...] about Pixel 8a leak reveals increase in battery, but not in price
Just like that, the Acer Chromebook 516 GE is $200 off again
A few weeks ago, a deal on my favorite Chromebook currently available resurfaced, bringing this excellent overall device down to just $449. As we tend to see with Chromebooks, that deal expired later that week and most of us freely assumed it would be gone for a while. But a few things have … [Read more...] about Just like that, the Acer Chromebook 516 GE is $200 off again
You can now switch devices mid-call on Google Meet
Google Meet has introduced a new feature that streamlines the experience of switching devices in the middle of a call - without hanging up! This functionality enables users to maintain uninterrupted conversations by effortlessly transferring calls between their phones and computers. The new … [Read more...] about You can now switch devices mid-call on Google Meet
Google adds Machine Learning to power up the Chrome URL bar
The Chrome URL bar, also known as the Omnibox, is an absolute centerpiece of most people's web browsing experience. Used quite literally billions - billions - of times a day, Chrome's URL bar helps users quickly find tabs, bookmarks, revisit websites, and discover new information. With the latest … [Read more...] about Google adds Machine Learning to power up the Chrome URL bar
What I’m hoping for in the new Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE
Last week, I stumbled upon clear evidence that Acer is set to unveil a new, updated, Chromebook Plus model of my favorite device available right now in the 516 GE. The timing makes a lot of sense since the original 516 GE debuted in the fall of 2022 and has been a strong seller ever since. Turns … [Read more...] about What I’m hoping for in the new Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE
Google Play Store simultaneous downloads are here for Chromebooks
While most people don't tend to set up a new Chromebook nearly as often as someone like myself does, all ChromeOS users have to deal with the initial onslaught of Android app downloads when they log into a new Chromebook, a borrowed one, or a freshly-powerwashed device. It's part of the overall … [Read more...] about Google Play Store simultaneous downloads are here for Chromebooks
Get one of the best Chromebooks available for just $549 right now
The Acer Chromebook Spin 714 is absolutely stacked. If you are looking for one of the absolute best Chromebooks on the market right now, you've found it. And astonishingly, it's only $549.99 right now. That sort of price should be reserved for mid-tier devices, and the Spin 714 is anything but … [Read more...] about Get one of the best Chromebooks available for just $549 right now
How to use the Spotify web app on your Chromebook and why you should
Over the last few years, Spotify has become the king of music streaming, with a vast library of music, excellently curated playlists, and a massive library of podcasts. But what if you want to listen on your Chromebook but don't want to install the Android app? Or maybe you're using a shared … [Read more...] about How to use the Spotify web app on your Chromebook and why you should
Google Sans font is coming for the rest of your Chromebook
Over the past few months, as the Material You design language has taken over most parts of the ChromeOS UI, you may have noticed a new font being injected in many parts of your Chromebook. That font - a far more rounded and Google-y typeface than the current Roboto we've had for years - is called … [Read more...] about Google Sans font is coming for the rest of your Chromebook
Don’t miss this unbeatable $329 Galaxy Chromebook 2 deal
A few months back, Samsung and Best Buy worked something out on both of their ends to get the frankly-overpriced Galaxy Chromebook 2 down to a very attractive price. At $699 for a few years now, this is a Chromebook I was pretty tough on right out of the gate and my stance on it hadn't changed over … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this unbeatable $329 Galaxy Chromebook 2 deal
