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
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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
Logitech’s Casa Pop-Up Desk is confirmed ‘Works with Chromebook’
If you have been looking for a wireless trackpad and keyboard combo that works perfectly with your Chromebook, the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk might be the answer. After learning about the US release of this "desk in a box" that packs a keyboard and trackpad inside of a folding laptop stand, we … [Read more...] about Logitech’s Casa Pop-Up Desk is confirmed ‘Works with Chromebook’
Google I/O 2024 dates and small live crowd confirmed
Each year around this time, we generally get a head-scratcher of a game from Google followed by an official unveiling for the dates of Google I/O. This year is no different, and Google's latest game - called "Break the Loop" - is not only a challenging time, but also a great example once again of … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2024 dates and small live crowd confirmed
Google is finally rolling out a full-featured Nest Cam experience on the web
I've got exciting news for all you Nest Cam users out there! Google has announced in a Nest Community blog post that in the next few days you'll be able to view recorded clips and navigate your footage directly on the home.google.com web portal. This brings us even closer to fully ditching the Nest … [Read more...] about Google is finally rolling out a full-featured Nest Cam experience on the web
