I've been checking over the last few days over at cros.tech to see if the latest version of ChromeOS was rolling out to anyone just yet. It was slated to arrive earlier in the week, but as these things tend to go, it seems there was a small delay. Even right now as my Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3i … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 117 begins roll-out with Material You and other features on board
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How to make data processing easier with the new Enhanced Smart Fill feature in Google Sheets
Google is now rolling out its Enhanced Smart Fill feature as a part of its Workspace Labs AI initiative. If you're looking to automate finding relationships between column pairs and swiftly filling in the corresponding values, this is worth exploring. Don't worry, I'm going to go over how to use it … [Read more...] about How to make data processing easier with the new Enhanced Smart Fill feature in Google Sheets
Act now: You’ll soon lose the ability to sign into QuickBooks products with your Google Account
I know by my experience as a Chromebook expert in Best Buy that a lot of you use QuickBooks online for your business accounting, so late last night when I got an unexpected email from Intuit, I thought you'd like to know about it. If, like many, you've been signing in using your Google Account … [Read more...] about Act now: You’ll soon lose the ability to sign into QuickBooks products with your Google Account
Google takes another jab at Apple’s iMessage’s lack of RCS support with new iPager video
In a continued effort to advocate for the RCS (Rich Communication Services) messaging protocol that is the proper replacement for SMS/MMS, Google has thrown another log on the fire of its #GetTheMessage campaign. This time around, Google's slightly-more-aggressive nudge to Apple to adopt RCS as a … [Read more...] about Google takes another jab at Apple’s iMessage’s lack of RCS support with new iPager video
Say goodbye to whole home audio: Nest devices can now only be in one speaker group at a time
Remember the Sonos lawsuit from last year where the company blamed Google for essentially stealing its speaker tech to make Google Home and Nest devices? Well, it seems that the ramifications of that may still unfolding. While there's no direct evidence this is the cause of what I'm bout to tell … [Read more...] about Say goodbye to whole home audio: Nest devices can now only be in one speaker group at a time
Soon, your Android phone’s camera can be your Chromebook’s upgraded webcam
With the recent unveiling of Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1, Pixel phone users can now transform their devices into high-quality webcams for their Chromebooks, too (PC and Mac are supported, too). If you have one of the many Chromebooks out there that came equipped with a less-than-stellar 720p shooter, … [Read more...] about Soon, your Android phone’s camera can be your Chromebook’s upgraded webcam
Wacom One M 2023 Review: The wireless wonder for aspiring Chromebook artists
I’ve been using the new 2023 Wacom One M pen tablet for a few weeks now, and have collected my thoughts for you all. If you’re interested in getting into some art software on your Chromebook or just want a lightweight tablet to carry around with you, I think you’re going to want to hear what I have … [Read more...] about Wacom One M 2023 Review: The wireless wonder for aspiring Chromebook artists
Get $380 off the HP Chromebook x360 14c by signing up for My Best Buy Plus
The deals at this point are getting simply ludicrous. We're not even in a particular buying season and the discounts just keep flying in left and right. We posted not long ago about a massive savings on the HP Chromebook x360 14c, taking a full 50% off the $699 price tag for a whopping $350 in … [Read more...] about Get $380 off the HP Chromebook x360 14c by signing up for My Best Buy Plus
Google Domains has stopped selling domains to new and existing customers in wake of shutdown
By now, you've probably caught wind of the fact that Google Domains is selling its soul to Squarespace. For those of you (like myself) who've trusted Google with your domains over the years, this might come as a bit of a shock, especially seeing as how it's one of the very few services it's kept … [Read more...] about Google Domains has stopped selling domains to new and existing customers in wake of shutdown
One of the best new Chromebooks of 2023 is only $269 right now
If you've been on the lookout for a budget-friendly, speedy Chromebook without too many caveats, your search might be over. The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i, originally priced at $349, is now available for just $269 at Best Buy right now, and at that sort of price, this device is an absolute … [Read more...] about One of the best new Chromebooks of 2023 is only $269 right now
One of the best deals of the year is back as the HP Chromebook x360 drops to $349 [U: still going strong]
Though we're all finished with the Back to School deals blitz from a month ago, Best Buy hasn't taken its foot off the pedal when it comes to Chromebook deals. As we near what we expect to be a push for the upcoming 'Chromebook Plus' releases, it seems manufacturers are ready to get pretty … [Read more...] about One of the best deals of the year is back as the HP Chromebook x360 drops to $349 [U: still going strong]
It’s totally ridiculous that Google has no repair path for Pixel Watch screen cracks
The Pixel Watch has been largely regarded as one of the best overall Wear OS devices you can buy. But if you happen to already be an owner of a Pixel Watch, you might want to consider how you handle it and make certain you do so with a bit of extra care; because Google currently offers no official … [Read more...] about It’s totally ridiculous that Google has no repair path for Pixel Watch screen cracks
