I've complained about it multiple times in the past, and to be honest, I was beginning to think that we'd simply never see this new feature on Chromebooks. However, recent code changes happening in the Chromium Repositories point to the fact that multiple calendar support is finally on the way for … [Read more...] about This new feature will finally make the Chromebook calendar widget useful
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Save a full $230 on the exceptional Acer Chromebook Spin 714
For some odd reason, when I placed this deal in our daily-updated deals post, it didn't hit me how deeply discounted Acer's Chromebook Spin 714 is right now. While this device has been on sale here and there over the past few months, it hasn't hit this sort of sale price since Black Friday 2023 and … [Read more...] about Save a full $230 on the exceptional Acer Chromebook Spin 714
The Google Pixel Buds Pro are 30% off right now
Spring is in the air and a pair of wireless earbuds can be a great tech accessory to have when you want to catch up on the latest episode of The Chrome Cast podcast while outside enjoying some fresh air. My go-to earbuds that I pick up when I'm heading outside are the Google Pixel Buds Pro. And … [Read more...] about The Google Pixel Buds Pro are 30% off right now
Quick Share for Chromebook set to get a Wi-Fi Direct speed boost
Chromebooks offer pretty smooth integration with Android phones for a more connected, productive experience via the Phone Hub. It's one of the many things that keeps me on an Android phone these days if I'm being honest. And one of the most useful ways that Chromebooks and Android phones can … [Read more...] about Quick Share for Chromebook set to get a Wi-Fi Direct speed boost
YouTube Music is testing out a feature it should’ve had all along
Remember the feature that was announced last October where you could hum a melody into YouTube and find the matching song? Well, it looks like Google is bringing the same feature to their music app - the place where you would think it would've appeared first. Nonetheless, Google is testing out a new … [Read more...] about YouTube Music is testing out a feature it should’ve had all along
Yes, you can still buy the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook: here’s how
It's been just over a year since we were first introduced to the amazing HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook. From its wild 1200 nit screen to the amazing build quality and superlative keyboard/trackpad, there's very little to dislike about the Dragonfly Pro. If you're fine with a touchscreen clamshell … [Read more...] about Yes, you can still buy the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook: here’s how
The Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus is still massively discounted a month later
I know I've been writing quite a bit about the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus, but it's for good reason. Of all the new, branded Chromebook Plus models that were introduced in the fall of 2023, it is without doubt my personal favorite; and one that didn't really join in on sale prices as the year … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus is still massively discounted a month later
YouTube setting new guidelines for videos that contain AI-generated content
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how content is being made. AI models can now write text, generate images, produce videos, and even create synthetic voices that sound shockingly real. As this tech only becomes more and more accessible, companies are starting to grapple with the … [Read more...] about YouTube setting new guidelines for videos that contain AI-generated content
Call of Duty Warzone Mobile arrives this week: but will it play on a Chromebook?
Over the years, there are a few games I've used to test the overall viability of Android gaming on a Chromebook. There are really three levels of gaming activity when I sit and think about it. First, you have simple puzzle games like 2-Dots, Sudoku, Wordle, or Fruit Ninja. Then you have the … [Read more...] about Call of Duty Warzone Mobile arrives this week: but will it play on a Chromebook?
Apple’s eventual AI may end up getting assistance from Google’s Gemini
Apple is clearly now full steam ahead on its attempt to integrate some form of AI into its devices moving forward. A recent article from Bloomberg (via The Verge) suggests a potential bombshell collaboration with Google is in the works that would bring Google's Gemini AI models to Apple products in … [Read more...] about Apple’s eventual AI may end up getting assistance from Google’s Gemini
Now’s the time to level up your home security with Nest Cams
If you've been eyeing Google Nest cameras to level up your home surveillance, now's the perfect time to take the plunge. Nest cameras are currently discounted at Best Buy, with prices that haven't been this sweet since Black Friday. With wired and wireless options, these cameras are here to help you … [Read more...] about Now’s the time to level up your home security with Nest Cams
Logitech’s Casa Pop-Up Desk arrives at Best Buy March 21st
We've been talking about the new-ish Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk quite a bit lately, and that's for good reason. This rather inventive new accessory accomplishes a lot for Chromebook users all in one, tidy package and it might finally give us an accessory we've waited on for ChromeOS for a very, very … [Read more...] about Logitech’s Casa Pop-Up Desk arrives at Best Buy March 21st
