Remember that whole "hardware limitations" debacle with the Pixel 8? Well, surprise, surprise – they've changed their tune, and it looks like Gemini Nano is coming to the Google Pixel 8 after all, giving users who decided to enable it access to features like Summarize in the Recorder app, and Smart … [Read more...] about Google is bringing on-device AI to the Pixel 8 after all
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The excellent ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 hits lowest price of 2024
Our final Chromebook Plus review is already filmed and in the editing process, so to say I know a thing or two about these new devices from Google at this point is a bit of an understatement. I've thoroughly spent time with each of them and one thing is consistent across the board: the overall … [Read more...] about The excellent ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 hits lowest price of 2024
Google accidentally shares time frame for RCS coming to iPhone
Google has "accidentally" dropped a clue on its Android website that suggests Apple might moving to implement their promised RCS implementation this fall according to a report from 9to5 Google. While the news that Apple is bringing RCS to iMessage isn't new, per se, finally having a date attached … [Read more...] about Google accidentally shares time frame for RCS coming to iPhone
The ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip isn’t Chromebook Plus, and that hurts
This morning, a massive deal arrived that saw the powerful, well-equipped ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip drop in price all the way down to just $599.99. That $270 savings is significant because price has been one of the primary reasons many potential Chromebook buyers have likely passed on this … [Read more...] about The ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip isn’t Chromebook Plus, and that hurts
Lenovo’s tiny Chromebox Micro has a unique hidden power
Lenovo's super-compact Chromebox Micro has finally arrived at our office, and let me tell you, this little thing is wild. Remember all that hype about it being pocket-sized? Lenovo wasn't kidding. As soon as it arrived, I snatched it out of the box and immediately slid it into my front jeans pocket … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s tiny Chromebox Micro has a unique hidden power
The monster ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip is only $599.99 right now
Finally! Debuted at CES 2023 and released in late February right after, the ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip is a device that I've been very happy with since it showed up. What's not to like? It gets nearly every part of the high-end Chromebook experience right, it doesn't have any major flaws, and … [Read more...] about The monster ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip is only $599.99 right now
The Chrome Cast 260: We have Lenovo’s pocket-sized Chromebox in the office
We're back with another episode of The Chrome Cast podcast and on this week's show, we discuss some new, interesting hardware we've been testing. If you've been listening to the show or reading the site lately, you know that we have been working hard to get through our reviews of the Chromebook Plus … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 260: We have Lenovo’s pocket-sized Chromebox in the office
It’s time for Chromebook app streaming to arrive on Samsung phones
With Chromebooks, there's not a ton of pressure on users to own a Pixel phone to get all the best Chromebook+Smartphone features, but there is a little bit of that. Depending on how you utilize something like App Streaming from your phone to your Chromebook, the Phone Hub feature difference between … [Read more...] about It’s time for Chromebook app streaming to arrive on Samsung phones
The Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus extended sale price changes things
Each week that passes, I'm more and more baffled by the long-standing, ongoing sale that is happening for the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus. Frankly, it doesn't make sense for a Chromebook this good to be at a price this low for this long. But here we stand a full 40 days from when this deal … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus extended sale price changes things
Unboxing and trying the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk [VIDEO]
We've already talked quite a bit about the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk here on Chrome Unboxed and on the Chrome Cast Podcast, but things are a bit different now: it's actually in the office. And in this video, we not only take a look at the design and quality of the components that make up the … [Read more...] about Unboxing and trying the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk [VIDEO]
Google Pixel Fold hits lowest price yet: should you fold?
The Pixel Fold, Google's slick folding smartphone, just hit a seriously tempting price point. We're talking $500 off at Best Buy and the Google Store, bringing the 256GB unlocked model down to $1,299. That's the best deal we've seen yet, so if you've been eyeing this unique, folding device, it might … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Fold hits lowest price yet: should you fold?
Chrome is finally optimized for ARM-powered Windows laptops
ARM-powered Windows laptops are about to get a big boost in the browsing performance category thanks to a new collaboration between Google and Qualcomm that has culminated in the release of an optimized version of Chrome built specifically for ARM-based Windows machines. Like we've had with … [Read more...] about Chrome is finally optimized for ARM-powered Windows laptops
