Sharing content across devices hasn't always been the most seamless experience. Back in 2020, Google introduced Nearby Share to make file sharing across devices easier but if you were a Samsung user, you had similar capabilities with a feature called Quick Share. It's been convoluted since there … [Read more...] about Google and Samsung join forces to simplify file sharing
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Unboxing the new ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable tablet [VIDEO]
CES 2024 is here in full force, but we're clearly not out in Vegas this year for the festivities. Thanks to Asus, however, we got our hands on their latest Chromebook tablet - the Chromebook CM30 Detachable - well before its official release. So, let's jump in the box and get into the good and the … [Read more...] about Unboxing the new ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable tablet [VIDEO]
Why the new ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus could be more affordable than you think
About a month ago, ASUS shocked us a bit with a surprise announcement of not just a new Chromebook, but a new Chromebook Plus that looks pretty awesome in every way possible. Built to take on devices like the HP Dragonfly Pro, the new ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus is every bit the high end, … [Read more...] about Why the new ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus could be more affordable than you think
This Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus deal can’t be missed
As we've now comfortably settled into the new year, I wasn't entirely surprised to see all the Chromebook deals we've been tracking for the last week suddenly disappear. But I also wasn't really surprised to see those deals replaced with other Chromebook bargains as we continue into 2024 with the … [Read more...] about This Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus deal can’t be missed
NVIDIA announces GeForce NOW day passes and more at CES 2024
CES 2024 is upon us and news from all over the tech world is headed our way for the next few days. Though we don't anticipate too much from a Chromebook perspective at this year's event, there's a bit of very interesting cloud gaming-focused news coming out of NVIDIA's camp to start the week. From … [Read more...] about NVIDIA announces GeForce NOW day passes and more at CES 2024
I just played The Finals on my Chromebook and it is awesome
If your feed looks anything like mine in Google Discover, X or YouTube, there's a great chance that you've come across a new battle royale game called The Finals. Before today, I wasn't entirely sure what the setup for this game was and how it would be different than something like Call of Duty: … [Read more...] about I just played The Finals on my Chromebook and it is awesome
CTL unveils revamped hardware for Logitech Google Meet kits
Over the past few years since hybrid work and video conferencing have become the norm, Google and a few select partners have been working to create solutions that make video calls more productive, collaborative, and, dare I say, even enjoyable. CTL has been one of these partners going back to 2020, … [Read more...] about CTL unveils revamped hardware for Logitech Google Meet kits
How to customize your mouse buttons on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
For years at this point, peripherals and accessories have "just worked" on Chromebooks. And while that's not changing anytime soon, Google is close to releasing a new feature that takes this "just works" mentality to the next level, specifically for your 3rd-party mouse. Whether its a gaming … [Read more...] about How to customize your mouse buttons on a Chromebook [VIDEO]
A more ‘advanced’ version of Bard might be on the way, but you’ll have to pay
Google appears to making more strides with Bard AI. In addition to the Assistant getting an AI revamp with Bard, it looks like Google is planning on rolling out a paid version of Bard that will be available through a subscription to Google One. In a recent thread on X, developer Dylan Roussel has … [Read more...] about A more ‘advanced’ version of Bard might be on the way, but you’ll have to pay
The Chrome Cast 252: a look back at 2023
This week on The Chrome Cast, we take a look back at the tentpole moments of 2023 and how things changed over the last 365 days not just for us here at Chrome Unboxed, but for ChromeOS, Chromebooks and Google, too. From Chromebook Plus to the Dragonfly Pro to AI and more, we spend a good bit of … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 252: a look back at 2023
The new Chromebook Global Media Controls look great and change how you Cast
Hiding in ChromeOS 119 (just behind a feature flag or two) are the new Global Media Controls that don't just have a new look and feel, but actually change the way you go about casting your video or audio to nearby devices. It's a pretty big change that I noticed out of the box in the Developer … [Read more...] about The new Chromebook Global Media Controls look great and change how you Cast
Finally, Google adds a ‘select all’ toggle to Gmail for Android
In a move that is so overdue that most of us forgot all about it, Google has finally added a simple 'select all' toggle in the Gmail app for Android that is now widely rolling out. I know, you're likely thinking to yourself, "This wasn't a thing, yet?" And other than the fact that this omission … [Read more...] about Finally, Google adds a ‘select all’ toggle to Gmail for Android
