Now that the hype of CES 2024 is past us, we're still thinking quite a bit about the very interesting new ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus. And I'm sure many of you are, too. With its top-tier build quality, excellent specs, and what could be a very reasonable price, I've been thinking a lot … [Read more...] about You can get alerted when the ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus goes on sale
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One of the ultimate Chromebook tablet deals is back for the 8GB Lenovo Duet 3
Sometimes, bigger isn't always better, and right now is one of those times when it comes to the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3. While its larger sibling, the Duet 5, might boast an extra couple inches of screen real estate, the Duet 3 still stands as the better form factor for those looking for a … [Read more...] about One of the ultimate Chromebook tablet deals is back for the 8GB Lenovo Duet 3
Chrome is set to get a nice speed boost on Windows
Both Chrome and the Microsoft Edge browsers are set to get a pretty significant performance boost. This improvement stems from a recent contribution to the Chromium Project, where the /prefetch parameter's range has been expanded from 1-8 to 1-16. What does that mean in simpler language? More simply … [Read more...] about Chrome is set to get a nice speed boost on Windows
My wearable dreams may come true with a larger Pixel Watch 3 option
While I've made the jump largely to Samsung phones over the last year (9 months or so with the Galaxy S23 Ultra and the past month with the Galaxy Z Fold 5), my feelings for both their watch and their earbuds are quite a bit more tepid. The latest Galaxy Buds2 Pro are just alright and are easily … [Read more...] about My wearable dreams may come true with a larger Pixel Watch 3 option
This simple setting can radically increase your Chromebook battery life
In the Stable Channel of ChromeOS 120 right now, there's a setting hiding behind a single flag that - when enabled - gives you a battery life super power on demand that can drastically increase your Chromebooks longevity. Getting it enabled is easy, and after you have this in place, you can leave … [Read more...] about This simple setting can radically increase your Chromebook battery life
A new Minty Fresh Pixel 8 is set to arrive next week
The Pixel 8 series, already quite popular among the Android smartphone crowd, is getting what looks to be a fresh, new paint job for the early parts of 2024. Right on the heels of the latest news out of Samsung with the Galaxy S24 launch event, Google has a bit of a surprise for Pixel fans in a … [Read more...] about A new Minty Fresh Pixel 8 is set to arrive next week
You can still get the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 for $100 off
Last week, one of the most popular Chromebook deals for the past year or so showed up once again, bringing the crowd-favorite Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 down to a fantastic $349 price point. While this isn't the first time it has occurred and likely won't be the last, we've also seen some significant … [Read more...] about You can still get the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 for $100 off
Google’s new Circle to Search feature makes its debut on the Samsung Galaxy S24
Yesterday, Samsung officially unpacked the S24 series, and with the new phones came several AI features they are calling "Galaxy AI". One of the coolest new features they showed off during the keynote is called "Circle to Search" and it does exactly what the name implies. Simply circle anything on … [Read more...] about Google’s new Circle to Search feature makes its debut on the Samsung Galaxy S24
Chrome 121 Beta allows users to save frames from YouTube videos directly
It wasn't all that long ago that Google introduced one of my favorite new features for grabbing screenshots from YouTube videos. In early September, the new "Copy video frame" feature arrived and ever since, I've used it countless times to snag a new thumbnail for a post from one of our videos on … [Read more...] about Chrome 121 Beta allows users to save frames from YouTube videos directly
The striking ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 gets double the storage for just $10 more
Since the Chromebook Plus event back in October of 2023, there have been a few Chromebook Plus models that have been exclusive to certain stores. Specifically, the striking, gorgeous ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 and it's attractive, all-white chassis has been relegated to being sold only at Target for … [Read more...] about The striking ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 gets double the storage for just $10 more
Save over $100 on the excellent Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook with extras
Of all the Chromebooks released in 2023, I didn't think one of my favorites would end up being the affordable, humble Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook. After all, there's not a lot about this device that jumps out when you look at it on paper, but the execution Lenovo pulled off on this rather-affordable … [Read more...] about Save over $100 on the excellent Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook with extras
Where to watch Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event and pre-order the new S24 phones
It's crazy cold outside and that means it's time to gear up for Samsung's much-anticipated Unpacked event. Slated for today at 1PM, this event is set to unveil the latest innovations in Samsung's flagship smartphone line, the Galaxy S24, and introduce the world to some fun, new AI features. In a … [Read more...] about Where to watch Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event and pre-order the new S24 phones
