Of all the things a smartwatch does, the gentle nudge on your wrist signaling a notification or alarm is probably one of the most important. While it is clear that the haptics on the Pixel Watch 2 are better this time around, it turns out that there are not only improvements in the actual hardware - … [Read more...] about Why it’s awesome that Pixel Watch 2 has adjustable haptics
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Give your browser a new coat of paint: How to add and remove themes from Chrome
Personalizing your Chrome browser is a great way to make it feel uniquely yours. Chrome themes add a touch of flair and character to your browsing, and I may be biased, but dark theme is the only theme. Because I'm not in charge of making that a law though, here's everything you need to know about … [Read more...] about Give your browser a new coat of paint: How to add and remove themes from Chrome
Don’t miss the Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook for under $200
Anytime a Chromebook dips below the $200 mark, we have to take a look. Many times, that sort of discount is relegated to devices I simply wouldn't recommend anyone actually go buy. But in this case, much like it was earlier this month, the Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook is well worth your consideration … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook for under $200
The fan-favorite Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 returns to lowest-ever price at $170 off
It seems that the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 can't help but return to the affordable depths it was at just back in the beginning of October. At that point, this excellent Chromebook tablet hit an all-time-low of $329, and today, it's back at it again. While I cannot wait to see what the next … [Read more...] about The fan-favorite Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 returns to lowest-ever price at $170 off
Pixel Watch gets Wear OS 4 update: Why it matters
If you own the original Pixel Watch, you have an important update coming your way. Google announced this Tuesday that its first Pixel Watch will soon receive the Wear OS 4 update (build: TWD4.2301005.002). The phased rollout has already begun and will extend “over the coming weeks,” according to … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch gets Wear OS 4 update: Why it matters
Google Chrome gets five new address bar tweaks to make your life a bit easier
Address Bar updates Chrome announced in a Keyword blog post yesterday that it's rolling out five significant improvements to its address bar. These changes aim to make your web browsing experience smoother and more efficient, without the need for intricate URL knowledge, saving you time and … [Read more...] about Google Chrome gets five new address bar tweaks to make your life a bit easier
The fantastic Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3i drops to all-time-low price of $179
For the better part of 2023, Chromebook deals have been pretty wild. But with the advent of Chromebook plus in the last month, it feels like discounts are even more aggressive as we find ourselves in the Q4 season. And this one we're talking about today is one of the most aggressive deals we've … [Read more...] about The fantastic Lenovo Chromebook Flex 3i drops to all-time-low price of $179
How to check for and remove malicious Chrome extensions from your Chromebook
You've heard me cover plenty of Chrome extensions that take advantage of you by mining your data. Over the past few years, Google has done its best to reign this in with a 'Seal of approval' on the Chrome Web Store (now completely redesigned, by the way), and more. I don't have to tell you how … [Read more...] about How to check for and remove malicious Chrome extensions from your Chromebook
Where to buy each of the new Chromebook Plus models
Google's new Chromebook Plus devices are all available right now, but if you didn't know better, you may think a few of them haven't hit the market just yet. After all, most new Chromebooks come to Best Buy as it has become the go-to spot for Chromebook hardware without question. However, with the … [Read more...] about Where to buy each of the new Chromebook Plus models
Google’s Camera app now ‘Pixel Camera’, features new options for low-vision users
This week, Google Play Store users witnessed a subtle yet significant change as the beloved "Google Camera" was renamed to read "Pixel Camera." While this rebranding may have gone unnoticed by some, it coincides with a paradigm shift for the tech giant, particularly regarding the launch of its Pixel … [Read more...] about Google’s Camera app now ‘Pixel Camera’, features new options for low-vision users
Don’t miss this deal on the awesome Acer Chromebook 516 GE for $449 [UPDATE]
For the past 10 days I've been out of town with the family. After a 12 hour drive down to Florida, a 7 day cruise, and a 12 hour drive back, I've been out of the office for quite a bit of time. And for this lengthy trip, I had to really think through which device would be the best overall … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this deal on the awesome Acer Chromebook 516 GE for $449 [UPDATE]
Samsung may be making a Chromebook Plus device, too
It's been quite a while since we've talked about Samsung in the Chromebook space. Ironically, one of the biggest and most noteworthy devices released early in the life cycle of Chrome Unboxed was the Samsung Chromebook Plus. It was early in our formation that Samsung showed up to CES 2017 and put … [Read more...] about Samsung may be making a Chromebook Plus device, too
