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
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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
New Chromebook ‘Xol’ emerges with an Assistant Key built in
I know, I know: it's basically impossible not to draw a few conclusions from that headline. I'm fighting the same instincts as I write these words, but I can't deny what I've stumbled upon this morning, and I can't 100% tell you that what we're all thinking isn't true. But I also don't have proof … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Xol’ emerges with an Assistant Key built in
The best Chromebook tablet deal around is back and better than ever
Deals are simply crazy in the Chromebook space, aren't they? One week we see hundreds of dollars off new Chromebook Plus models and the next week its all about tablets or big-screen devices. It's tough to keep up sometimes, and for that I'd highly recommend getting subscribed to our newsletter … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook tablet deal around is back and better than ever
Tiny, fanless Chromeboxes make me wish for a new Intel-powered ChromeOS tablet
I've sat on this post for quite some time, but with the news coming out over the weekend that Acer is now in the mini-Chromebox game with a device of their own, my mind couldn't help but wander to something I've thought about for a very long time: why do we not have small-core Intel-powered … [Read more...] about Tiny, fanless Chromeboxes make me wish for a new Intel-powered ChromeOS tablet
Looks like Acer is making a mini Chromebox, too
It looks like Acer is getting into the mini Chromebox game, too! At the Integrated Systems Europe 2024 event, Acer unveiled the Chromebox Mini, targeting it as a digital signage solution according to posts from Liliputing and Chromebook Live. But with its compact size, decent specs, and versatile … [Read more...] about Looks like Acer is making a mini Chromebox, too
Goodbye Bard, Google’s AI is now Gemini
If you've been following Google for any amount of time, you know they are prone to having a myriad of products and confusing nomenclature. The company's efforts in AI are the most recent example of this. After ChatGPT rocketed into the scene, Google launched their AI efforts under the Bard branding … [Read more...] about Goodbye Bard, Google’s AI is now Gemini
ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 Review [VIDEO]
ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 MSRP - $399.00 "If you are looking for a great Chromebook experience, Chromebook Plus basically guarantees that. And the ASUS CX34 goes the extra mile to deliver that great experience with a bit more flare than the rest." Pros Cons It's time for another Chromebook … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 Review [VIDEO]
Beginning a new test on an old fan favorite: Pixelbook in 2024
I'm typing this post right now on arguably the most popular, most notable, most well-made Chromebook ever: the venerable Pixelbook. We don't actually have one of these lying around the office (which feels like a bit of a crime), so when the opportunity arose to get one in my hands once again for a … [Read more...] about Beginning a new test on an old fan favorite: Pixelbook in 2024
One small, one large change found in ChromeOS 121
Despite being out for a few days at this point, Google has been pretty quiet on any details for the upgrade to ChromeOS 121. I was hoping a few things that I've been using via experimental flags would show up out of the box this time around, but none of those features made their prime-time … [Read more...] about One small, one large change found in ChromeOS 121
If I didn’t run a Chromebook website, I’d still use a Chromebook
Is that title up there a given? Of course I'm going to say that I would use a Chromebook with or without Chrome Unboxed being a thing. But I'd bet some of you wonder to yourself whether or not I really, truly value Google's Chromebook hardware enough to keep using it if I didn't make a living … [Read more...] about If I didn’t run a Chromebook website, I’d still use a Chromebook
