Let’s chalk this one up to things I’ve not noticed until brought to my attention. Some of you reading this could have noticed this long ago or perhaps it is all brand new. I honestly don’t know and, frankly, am not terribly concerned about it. If we come across a new feature on Chromebooks that […]
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Crostini Update: Linux Apps Show Up In Chrome OS Settings
So, earlier today Robby was showing me a Chromium commit that referenced enabling the Crostini UI by default on the Pixelbook. No surprise there as Google’s flagship has been the default testing ground for the Crostini Project and the implementation of Linux app containers for quite some time now.
Continue ReadingMultiple Chromebooks Getting ‘Wake On Voice’: Google Assistant Inbound
In the second half of last year, as development of ‘Eve’ (now known as the Pixelbook) was moving into high gear ahead of the October launch, one of the things that was perplexing for us here at Chrome Unboxed was the addition of Wake on Voice being added to the board files. Wake on Voice […]
Continue ReadingChromebook Crostini Containers Getting GPU Support
Hopefully, you’ve been keeping track with all the updates coming down the line concerning the Crostini project: a new set of features bringing containered Linux apps to Chromebooks. Development is progressing rapidly, and we really feel that this could be one of the biggest developments for Chromebooks since their inception.
Continue Reading‘Nocturne’: Another High-res Detachable Chromebook Arises
I hereby solemnly swear that I will get our “upcoming devices” list updated this week. Crazy thing is, we still have a bag full of boards we’ve yet to share and the list continues to multiply. With that being said, today’s upcoming device comes in the form of another Kaby Lake-powered detachable with a 2400×1600 […]
Continue ReadingChrome OS 66 Arrives Ahead Of Google I/O
There’s a lot of buzz around the in-development Crostini Project for Chrome OS and the potential impact it could have on the entire Chromebook ecosystem. We’re really hoping that in just under two weeks, developers will give us some insight into the roadmap for Linux apps on Chrome OS as they gather for the annual […]
Continue ReadingCrostini Linux Container Apps Getting Full Native Treatment on Chromebooks
Another day, another Crostini feature comes to light. So far, we have the Linux Terminal installer, Files app integration, and Material Design cues already rounding out the Linux app experience. As we continue to uncover clues by the day, it seems development of the Crostini Project is full steam ahead today is no different. Each […]
Continue ReadingHow To Get Video Recording on Your Chromebook Right Now
Honestly, it almost feels embarrassing to write an article about a feature so standard, but here we are. Amidst all the craziness surrounding detachables like the HP x2, tablets like the Acer Chromebook Tab, and the whole Linux app evolution via the Crostini project, Google has finally taken the wraps off the video recording feature […]
Continue ReadingCrostini Chromebook Containers Getting Files App Access
If you recall from our earlier article/video showing Linux apps running in a container on the Pixelbook, one of the shortcomings I mentioned there was the lack of file management. Not only was there no simple way to move files, there was no real way to get those files out of that container to share […]
Continue ReadingLinux Apps On Chromebooks Will Employ Material Design – Kind Of
Much like the dawn of Android apps on Chromebooks, the buzz around container-driven Linux apps is growing day by day. More features keep cropping up and it feels like we might be headed towards some sort of announcement at Google I/O in a couple weeks, even if we don’t hear it in the primary keynote.
Continue ReadingAMD Chromebook ‘Kahlee’ May Be Getting A Major Upgrade
Believe it or not, it’s been over a year since we first unearthed the proof that AMD would be bringing their APU chipsets to Chrome OS. Since that time, we’ve seen a little movement on this front including three actual devices in development. ‘Jadeite’, ‘Kahlee’ and ‘Grunt’ were all shaping up to be Chromebooks based […]
Continue ReadingThis Week In Chrome: Family Link For Chrome OS, New Samsung Pro, Chrome 66 And More
It’s been a busy week (actually two) here at Chrome Unboxed and we’ve got a lot of ground to cover. So, withouth furhter ado, let’s dive into all that’s new in the world of Chrome.
Continue ReadingChromebook Deals: $100 Off The 64GB Samsung Pro @ Best Buy
This week’s new brought to you by Samsung and the number 4! I’m joking but seriously, despite all that is new in the world of Chrome OS this month, Samsung’s Chromebook Pro has quickly become the center of attention for a number of really good reasons.
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro Finally Gets Chrome OS 65
As we distance ourselves each and every update from the inception of Android apps on Chromebooks, update patterns continue to stabilize across the growing army of Chromebooks available to consumers. Just 6 months ago, we were seeing very erratic update patterns across the ecosystem, and with Chrome OS 65, most of that flakiness has gone […]
Continue ReadingDetachable ‘Soraka’ Is The HP Chromebook x2
Well, it’s the day after and news of the world’s first detachable Chromebook has spread like wildfire. If by chance you missed it, take a few moments to check out Robby’s article on HP’s official announcement complete with a gallery of this beautiful device. Now that the smoke has cleared, we can discuss the mounting […]
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