I have a love/hate relationship with Chromebooks and trackpads. On one hand, I love a smooth, glass trackpad with a satisfying click mechanism. On the other, I don't love the ergonomic position I'm in all day if the built-in trackpad on my Chromebook is my only way to navigate on-screen. I love … [Read more...] about Logitech’s Casa Pop-Up Desk: a real option for a wireless Chromebook trackpad?
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Why UWB (ultra-wideband) may be on the way for Pixel Watch 3
If you rock a Pixel Watch, you probably already know how awesome the Watch Unlock feature is. If your face is covered or your hands are wet, just tap on the watch display, and boom, your Android phone magically unlocks without messing with passwords or fingerprint sensors. As seamless as it is, … [Read more...] about Why UWB (ultra-wideband) may be on the way for Pixel Watch 3
The sheer number of great Chromebook deals this week is crazy
While it would be fun to one day write a post about all current-gen Chromebooks being on sale all at once, this isn't quite that. Still, there are a wild number of devices being sold on a discount this week, and some of those deals are even hold-overs from last week. The Chromebook deals available … [Read more...] about The sheer number of great Chromebook deals this week is crazy
You can finally try GeForce NOW’s best RTX 4080 rig for just $8
Cloud gaming has made incredible strides in recent years, and GeForce NOW has consistently pushed the envelope, making gaming more accessible on Chromebooks. No longer a novelty, cloud gaming is a seriously viable way to play even the most demanding titles across a range of devices. We knew this day … [Read more...] about You can finally try GeForce NOW’s best RTX 4080 rig for just $8
Save big on arguably the best Chromebook you can buy in-store
We've been talking a lot lately about Chromebook Plus. There are good reasons for that, of course, and I think the conversation around these well-priced, well-made, well-spec'd devices will only continue. But we're still in the span of time where there are other Chromebooks that emerged just … [Read more...] about Save big on arguably the best Chromebook you can buy in-store
The Chrome Cast 257: what it’s like to use the Pixelbook in 2024
This week on The Chrome Cast, we generally stick to a single topic: using the venerable Pixelbook in 2024. Originally released in the fall of 2017, the Pixelbook still largely stands alone in the world of laptops and Chromebooks when we talk about sheer ingenuity, aesthetics, and build quality. … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 257: what it’s like to use the Pixelbook in 2024
ChromeOS 122 is here and continues the trend of ghost “new” features
To say I'm a bit aggravated right now would be an understatement. The past few ChromeOS updates have arrived with disparate messaging, unclear feature additions, and flat out ghost features that are announced and (mostly) delivered weeks later. The trend continues with ChromeOS 122, unfortunately, … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 122 is here and continues the trend of ghost “new” features
Against all odds, this top-notch Chromebook Plus is still at its lowest-ever price
For months after its release, the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus was always one of my favorites, but rarely - if ever - on sale. While I don't think the standard $549.99 asking price is terrible, it's been up against constant deals since it arrived on the scene; add that to the fact that it is only … [Read more...] about Against all odds, this top-notch Chromebook Plus is still at its lowest-ever price
Google Keep is getting an AI upgrade with Gemini
In 2024, AI is going to keep showing up in all sorts of places, and Google's latest insertion of Gemini in one of its higher-profile products is landing in Google Keep. The upcoming "Help me create a list" will be a new feature leveraging the power of Gemini to streamline everyday tasks right within … [Read more...] about Google Keep is getting an AI upgrade with Gemini
New ‘App Mall’ may finally bring all Chromebook apps together in one place
For a very, very long time, we've talked at length about the need for there to be a single, unified place for Chromebook users to find apps. As the options for ChromeOS grew, the need only became greater and there's been nothing done about this to date. With Chromebooks now able to leverage PWAs … [Read more...] about New ‘App Mall’ may finally bring all Chromebook apps together in one place
At this price, the Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus is the one to buy right now
As we near the end of our reviews on Chromebook Plus models (the new, branded ones, that is), one thing has remained constant throughout: these devices provide solid user experiences. Sure, some models cut corners where I wish they wouldn't, but even the more affordable Chromebook Plus devices of … [Read more...] about At this price, the Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus is the one to buy right now
Google showcases 11 ways ChromeOS Flex could benefit your business right now
The staggering $10.5 trillion annual cost of cybercrime projected for 2025 is truly forcing businesses to rethink their overall security. While regular OS upgrades were once a cornerstone of protection, millions of Windows 10 devices will soon be ineligible for the latest security updates as we head … [Read more...] about Google showcases 11 ways ChromeOS Flex could benefit your business right now
