Contents Since detailing the our original 'Flexor' discovery a couple of weeks ago, there has been a bit of discussion that had me wondering if we got this all right or not. Don't get me wrong: 'Flexor' is definitely still a sizeable mystery and one that may or may not ever become a reality. … [Read more...] about More ‘Flexor’ details clarify possible ChromeOS Flex solution for aging Chromebooks
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Google is adding generative AI to Keep notes with upcoming ‘Magic Lists’ feature
Contents If you're at all familiar with Generative AI and Google's latest efforts with Bard, Gemini, and more, you'll know it's going all in on the idea. No, I mean it's truly ALL in. Now, thanks to an APK insights report by 9to5Ggoogle, we can see early hints that the tech giant is adding a new … [Read more...] about Google is adding generative AI to Keep notes with upcoming ‘Magic Lists’ feature
Why the HP Dragonfly Pro is still the absolute King of Chromebooks
Contents There have been many different inflection points along the way in the Chromebook story. I think back to many different moments over the years that define the overall experience, and the odd, almost-questionable hardware comes to mind over and over again as this product segment has … [Read more...] about Why the HP Dragonfly Pro is still the absolute King of Chromebooks
Google Keep is retroactively adding text formatting to your old notes
Contents Google Keep hasn't gotten many updates since it launched almost a decade ago. When the updates do roll in, they're usually not seemingly that significant, yet they do impact the core user experience quite a bit. However, there is one feature note takers have been clamoring for, and it's … [Read more...] about Google Keep is retroactively adding text formatting to your old notes
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5: where are the ChromeOS updates?
Contents Of all the Chromebooks we talk about around here, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is likely the fan favorite. I don't have hard data to back me up on that, but I know that our posts and deal announcements for that Chromebook drive more interest than just about anything else we discuss from … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5: where are the ChromeOS updates?
It looks like nearly all Chromebooks are finally on ChromeOS 118
Just a few days ago, we discussed the fact that ChromeOS 118 had rolled out, but was still missing on a collection of devices across the board. While it's not too odd to see device families left out of updates for an extended period, this was a bit different. There were multiple devices, new and … [Read more...] about It looks like nearly all Chromebooks are finally on ChromeOS 118
Here are 5 great ways to save battery on your Chromebook
Contents Why it matters With all of the incredible technological advancements we have these days, it's a wonder how device battery is still one of the greatest struggles. I dream of a day when we have graphene batteries in all of our devices since they last five times longer than lithium-ion … [Read more...] about Here are 5 great ways to save battery on your Chromebook
New Chromebook Plus deals can save you up to $200 right now
Contents While I generally don't love lumping deals together in one spot because I don't want any of you to miss out on any chance at savings due to low visibility, this particular group of Chromebooks being on sale makes for an exception to that rule. Right now, between Best Buy and Lenovo, 6 … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Plus deals can save you up to $200 right now
Win one of 3 fantastic Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebooks
With the holiday season around the corner, we thought it might be a good time to give back to our readers; so we're excited to announce that our next giveaway is a device that we highly recommend - the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook! And we're not just giving away one of them, we have 3 to hand out. Yep, … [Read more...] about Win one of 3 fantastic Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebooks
Google Photos will let you create AI-drive “reels” from your memories with just a few taps
Contents In an update post on X today, Google Photos announced a new way to create videos, and yes, you guessed it, it's driven by artificial intelligence. The company says it's focused on letting you automate video highlight creation with ease and personalization and just a few taps. This means … [Read more...] about Google Photos will let you create AI-drive “reels” from your memories with just a few taps
Android 13 is beginning to arrive on Chromebooks, but only for a few right now
Contents Found all the way back in February of this year, we're finally beginning to see the roll out of Android 13 for some Chromebooks. With ChromeOS 118 arriving last week, it seems a handful of boards now have Android 13 moving forward. Without flags or any special settings, we've … [Read more...] about Android 13 is beginning to arrive on Chromebooks, but only for a few right now
How to switch your Chrome browser’s Side Panel to the left and why you may want to
Contents Love it or hate it, Google's Side Panel is chock-full of great content, because, well, it's your content! Your bookmarks, history, Reading list items you've saved for later, Chrome customization, and more all reside in the latest obsession created by the tech giant. At first, it was … [Read more...] about How to switch your Chrome browser’s Side Panel to the left and why you may want to
