Halloween's spirit isn't just about costumes and candies; sometimes, it's about real spirits! Well, digital ones, at least. More than anything, it's about sharing fun moments with your family. Life takes a lot out of us, and holidays are a way to rejuvenate, even in small ways to face the day … [Read more...] about You and the kids can still play Google’s ‘The Great Ghoul Duel’ game for a bit of Halloween spirit
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Finally, almost all Chromebooks are getting the ChromeOS 118 update
Contents The update to ChromeOS 118 has been a strange, staggered affair. On October 17th, we knew the update to Chromebook Plus via ChromeOS 118 was set to begin, and it arrived roughly on time. But a week later, there was still a rather large contingent of devices that were still waiting on … [Read more...] about Finally, almost all Chromebooks are getting the ChromeOS 118 update
The striking ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is $120 off at Target
Not to be outdone by the likes of Best Buy, even stores that stock just one Chromebook Plus model - like Target - are getting in on the discount action. Though we've seen some pretty steep discounts (and one wildly-reduced Chromebook) at Best Buy on Chromebook Plus models thus far, we've not seen … [Read more...] about The striking ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is $120 off at Target
Google Collections loses its mind, starts telling me dinnerware and furniture violate its terms of service
Contents Last month, I wrote about a reader who wrote in stating that Google Collections - now known as "Saved on Google" or "Google Save" - slapped them on the wrist for violating the terms of service for what web items you can save in a Collection. At the time, I assumed in good nature that the … [Read more...] about Google Collections loses its mind, starts telling me dinnerware and furniture violate its terms of service
Here’s a look at Best Buy’s new Chromebook Plus display tables
Now that Chromebook Plus is fully rolled out and devices are available across retailers, we're beginning to see the marketing side of things take shape in Best Buy stores already embracing the new Chromebook Plus terminology. While we won't see this same sort of push from the other retailers … [Read more...] about Here’s a look at Best Buy’s new Chromebook Plus display tables
Google Drive is getting a two-page width view for PDFs documents on tablets and foldable devices
Contents For years now, I've wanted Google to implement a side-by-side two page view for PDFs in Drive. It's probably not for everyone, and one page at a time with a vertical scrolling behavior likely helps some users focus on the content more. However, because I'm accustomed to and more … [Read more...] about Google Drive is getting a two-page width view for PDFs documents on tablets and foldable devices
Don’t miss massive $320 savings on this HP Chromebook Plus model
As Chromebook Plus launched earlier in October, I was a bit concerned how it would affect the regular cycle of Chromebook deals we've become used to. In general, when new products hit the market, they don't immediatley go on sale. Most times, the new stuff stays at full price for a while and … [Read more...] about Don’t miss massive $320 savings on this HP Chromebook Plus model
Tired of telling your Chromebook to restore your apps on startup? Here’s how to do it automatically
Contents I know I'm not the only one who feels a slight annoyance every time my Chromebook asks me if I want to restore apps and my browsing session after a restart or a crash. I know that I'm a tinkerer, and you may experience this less often, but the fact that Google even offers this is … [Read more...] about Tired of telling your Chromebook to restore your apps on startup? Here’s how to do it automatically
5 difference between Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Web on your Chromebook
Contents The most popular and widely used image editing software in the world - Adobe Photoshop - is now available on Chromebooks through a dedicated web application, and I've previously shown you how to access and use it. I've also gone and ditched my previous image editing tool Pixlr for … [Read more...] about 5 difference between Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Web on your Chromebook
How to check the Android version on your Chromebook
Contents It's been a little while since the last time anyone cared that much about the specific version of Android on their Chromebook. Back in mid-2021, Android 11 and the new ARCVM container began rolling out to most Chromebooks and things have generally stayed put on that front since … [Read more...] about How to check the Android version on your Chromebook
Bard now responds in real time instead of making you wait, can also summarize emails better
Contents Google is moving rather quickly with its artificial intelligence initiatives, and it's evident every time I put my fingers on the keyboard. I'd say it's moving too quickly, but it continues to assure us that it's being as responsible as possible with AI like Bard and the mysterious … [Read more...] about Bard now responds in real time instead of making you wait, can also summarize emails better
The Chrome Cast 245: A big giveaway and the final Chromebook Plus unboxing
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin by talking about our latest giveaway: 3 Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3i Chromebooks! While these devices don't have Chromebook Plus on the lid, they are Chromebook Plus through-and-through. As my favorite Chromebook Plus model thus far (and the first I plan to … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 245: A big giveaway and the final Chromebook Plus unboxing
