Debuted as part of Lenovo's MWC 2023 announcements, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 wasn't exactly a head-turner. While the upgrades over the older, affordable Lenovo Chromebook 3 (that device had the older Kompanio 500 processor from MediaTek inside) are nice to see, they are still firmly entry level … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s latest affordable, ARM-powered Chromebook is now available for purchase
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Chromebooks set to add Desk button to your shelf for easier virtual workspace management
While poking around in ChromeOS Canary last night, I found a new developer flag called "Desk button in shelf." Once available, this new feature will allow Chromebook users to have quicker access to the desk menu in the shelf of clamshell mode when there is more than one desk created. Currently, … [Read more...] about Chromebooks set to add Desk button to your shelf for easier virtual workspace management
Pixel Buds Pro suprised us at Google I/O 2022: how about a new Chromecast this year?
With the continued growth of internet-based television and streaming outlets, the world is now all too familiar with streaming dongles for televisions. Gone are the days when these devices were only for the cutting edge user: we've reached full commodity status at this point. Whether you are using … [Read more...] about Pixel Buds Pro suprised us at Google I/O 2022: how about a new Chromecast this year?
18 EDU Updates from the BETT Conference
Today is the start of the BETT conference in London, the world's largest educational technology trade show. Google made headlines early by announcing over a dozen updates to popular classroom tools such as Google Classroom, Drive, Meet, and ChromeOS. There's a lot to unpack! Here's a summary of … [Read more...] about 18 EDU Updates from the BETT Conference
Smartphones are boring: it’s time for a folding phone revolution
Since the introduction of the first iPhone, we've been on a path to this point in history. Year after year of innovations followed by years of iterations have led us to the inevitable end we find ourselves in right now: slab smartphones are boring. Here in the US, there's less competition, but even … [Read more...] about Smartphones are boring: it’s time for a folding phone revolution
Here comes the MediaTek Kompanio 520 Chromebook wave
Since we ran into the first Chromebooks powered by MediaTek's latest Kompanio 520 at CES 2023, we've been keeping an eye out for more of them to begin showing up. The two device we saw out in Vegas - the ASUS Chromebook CM14 and CM14 Flip - were impressive in a few interesting ways, and though they … [Read more...] about Here comes the MediaTek Kompanio 520 Chromebook wave
The updated HP Chromebook x360 14c with a 16:10 screen is now available for purchase
Just 10 days ago, a new Chromebook from HP showed up without any of the fanfare or buzz that has surrounded the premium Dragonfly Pro Chromebook. As a matter of fact, there wasn't even a proper press release or email sent out about it: it just showed up. But 10 days ago, it was only marked as … [Read more...] about The updated HP Chromebook x360 14c with a 16:10 screen is now available for purchase
Frustrated with Google Chat Spaces’ lack of a dark mode for your Tasks? Here’s a quick fix
Google Chat is a powerful productivity tool for companies, schools, families (yep), and even individuals alike. Built right into it are Spaces - individually sectioned-off chat rooms that can be set up to reflect projects or goals and keep things neat and tidy. What many people may not know, … [Read more...] about Frustrated with Google Chat Spaces’ lack of a dark mode for your Tasks? Here’s a quick fix
Microsoft Edge on Chromebooks: Why it doesn’t work and what to do about it
For those who are looking to use Microsoft Edge on their Chromebooks, you might run into a frustrating issue: the app simply doesn't load. Since its launch, many users have reported seeing a broken page icon when trying to open the Android app, and no amount of troubleshooting seems to fix the … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge on Chromebooks: Why it doesn’t work and what to do about it
[Update: Back in Black] The HP Dragonfly Chromebook is once again available for purchase
Update #1: Unfortunately, it doesn't appear that HP's new inventory could withstand the demand for this Chromebook. As of this afternoon, both models are once again out of stock. We'll keep you posted when that changes. Update #2: It appears that the Sparkling Black model is once again available … [Read more...] about [Update: Back in Black] The HP Dragonfly Chromebook is once again available for purchase
The Chrome Cast 220: New Pixel Fold leaks, reality-altering AI, and Minecraft on Chromebooks
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the show by discussing all the new leaks surrounding Google's upcoming Pixel lineup. Between the release date of the Pixel 7a and Pixel Fold leaking to the newly-rumored, lower price tag for the Pixel Fold and interesting price point on the Pixel 7a, there are … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 220: New Pixel Fold leaks, reality-altering AI, and Minecraft on Chromebooks
How to use ChatGPT on your Chromebook: Witness the future Google Assistant should have been
Have you ever wished that Google Assistant could do more? That it was more contextually aware, could carry a conversation better, or was just overall just more useful? I'm not saying it's dumb or anything, but it sure isn't what it used to be and it certainly isn't the future of virtual helpers we … [Read more...] about How to use ChatGPT on your Chromebook: Witness the future Google Assistant should have been
