We're back with another episode of The Chrome Cast podcast and this week we tackle a few software updates that are coming soon to your Chromebook, the 2024 Google I/O announcement, and why we can't wait for an exciting new accessory to show up. The first part of the show is dedicated to - you … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 259: Useful updates coming soon to Chromebooks
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Score the quietly-great ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 for just $399
When we look at the landscape of newer, branded Chromebook Plus devices, there are a few of them that bubble to the top as great, all-around, easy recommendations. Though all the new models provide a solid Chromebook Plus experience, the ASUS CM34 does so with some nice additions and an overall … [Read more...] about Score the quietly-great ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 for just $399
The 256GB Pixel Tablet hits its lowest price ever
Google's Pixel Tablet has dropped down to a seriously sweet price point, now making it a device to seriously consider if you're plugged into the Android world. Right now, Best Buy has taken the 128GB Pixel Tablet down to match a previous best of $100 off but the larger storage option has dropped to … [Read more...] about The 256GB Pixel Tablet hits its lowest price ever
This new feature will finally make the Chromebook calendar widget useful
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
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?
