I'm not entirely sure when this new feature actually arrived in ChromeOS, but I'm so, so glad it is finally here. We talked about the ability to drag and drop images from the notifications tray nearly a year ago as an up and coming feature only available via the Canary Channel of ChromeOS at the … [Read more...] about This tiny feature addition in ChromeOS saves me so much time
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The best deal on my favorite Chromebook Plus model is back
Spoiler alert: our review of this particular Chromebook Plus is on the way very, very soon, and if you've been around Chrome Unboxed for any amount of time, you already know the verdict on this one. Of all the Chromebook Plus models released in the fall of 2023, the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus … [Read more...] about The best deal on my favorite Chromebook Plus model is back
Why ‘Xol’ could become the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus
I'm going to level with you on something. Three days ago when I uncovered 'Xol' - a new Chromebook in the works that will come with some sort of Assistant key on the keyboard - I also noticed a couple emails associated with some of the changes happening for this device in the Chromium Gerrit. I … [Read more...] about Why ‘Xol’ could become the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus
One of the absolute best Chromebooks you can buy is $180 off today
As we enter President's Day weekend, I figured we'd see a few early deals pop up this morning since this week has been relatively light on them. And with a quick search, I wasn't disappointed. I love a great, affordable, sub-$300 Chromebook just like the next guy, but I also love seeing some of … [Read more...] about One of the absolute best Chromebooks you can buy is $180 off today
You can finally build your own multiview in YouTube TV
One of the best features of YouTube TV for sports fans is getting a serious upgrade. YouTube TV is finally giving you the power to build your own multiview. Having the ability to watch multiple games at once has one of my favorite features of YouTube TV but up until now, you've been limited to the … [Read more...] about You can finally build your own multiview in YouTube TV
You can now use the new Lacros Chrome browser on Chromebooks again
It feels like a long time has passed since the simple ability to enable Lacros (Google's new, decoupled Chrome browser for Chromebooks) via a feature flag left us. Looking back, it was only a little over a month ago in ChromeOS 120 that this change happened, however. For the swarms of users who … [Read more...] about You can now use the new Lacros Chrome browser on Chromebooks again
One of the best deals on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 returns
Believe it or not, it's been over a month since we've seen a real price reduction on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5. In the last quarter of 2023, it felt like this beloved Chromebook tablet was constantly on a price reduction and was in a spot where you could regularly grab it for less than the … [Read more...] about One of the best deals on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 returns
Pixel Tablet 2 codenames leak: why I’m hopeful for a Gemini fix
It looks like Google might be cooking up a successor to the Pixel Tablet, based on codenames that have popped up in the first beta of Android 14 QPR3 for its Pixel phones. These codenames - Clementine and Kiyomi - were unearthed by 9to5Google and while details are scarce, the citrus theme leads me … [Read more...] about Pixel Tablet 2 codenames leak: why I’m hopeful for a Gemini fix
My favorite Chromebook deal gets even sweeter for Valentine’s Day
As many of you already know, one of my favorite Chromebooks has been on sale all week. The large, fun-to-use, and wildly-capable Acer Chromebook 516 GE has been price-reduced by $150 since the beginning of the week. It's been that price a few times in recent memory, so I didn't share it this time … [Read more...] about My favorite Chromebook deal gets even sweeter for Valentine’s Day
It’s past time for Google to deliver on the promised Chromebook Plus AI
It's a bit tough to believe, but it has been a solid four and a half months since the debut and launch of Chromebook Plus. It doesn't' feel like it was that long ago that we were in New York at Google's awesome event for the big news, and as we now round into the final parts of February, spring and … [Read more...] about It’s past time for Google to deliver on the promised Chromebook Plus AI
Big Chromebook Plus, even bigger savings
The Chromebook Plus deals space is a shifty one these days. It almost has the feel of watching a basketball game where players are brought on and off of the bench as the game goes on. One week we'll have one lineup, and the next we'll see it all change. That has most definitely been the case this … [Read more...] about Big Chromebook Plus, even bigger savings
Gemini Advanced AI: what it is, what it costs, and how to try it for free
There's a good chance that Google's recent AI rebranding might have left you feeling a little confused. From Bard becoming Gemini, to a new advanced chatbot and an AI Premium subscription, it's easy to understand why some of you were left scratching your heads and wondering what exactly Google is … [Read more...] about Gemini Advanced AI: what it is, what it costs, and how to try it for free
