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
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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
Massive savings on the 8GB Chromebook Duet 3, but don’t buy the wrong one
The way we have settled into the life span of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3, it's become clear that two distinct models are available for consumers to buy from two different places. There's the version at Best Buy that has been available for quite some time that comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of … [Read more...] about Massive savings on the 8GB Chromebook Duet 3, but don’t buy the wrong one
Using a Pixelbook in 2024: is it still just as amazing? [VIDEO]
I remember it like it was yesterday: watching Google announce the Pixelbook on stage at the 2nd-ever October hardware event they hosted in San Fransisco. It was a crowning achievement in my eyes, seeing a Chromebook up on stage right alongside the new Pixel hardware. And, even though it took a lot … [Read more...] about Using a Pixelbook in 2024: is it still just as amazing? [VIDEO]
$150 off the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is still going against all odds
To say the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is without doubt one of the most popular Chromebooks is really a massive understatement. No matter how often this Chromebook tablet goes on sale, each time those discounts return, we see a flood of users jump at the opportunity to get a good deal on this very … [Read more...] about $150 off the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is still going against all odds
