Yes, I know it sounds contradictory, and perhaps it is, but that's not stopping Google. Pretty soon, you may be able to back your Locked Folder up to the Photos cloud for safekeeping. While anyone who values their privacy to the fullest extent may take issue with this update, those who use Google … [Read more...] about Google Photos may soon let you sync your Locked Folder to the cloud for convenience
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Get your hands on the Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook
I would love to tell you that there is an armada of new ChromeOS tablets on the horizon. Seriously. We field questions all the time from readers wanting to know when the next detachable Chromebook is going to hit the market. As much as I desperately want to tell them "YES, OEMs are ramping up to … [Read more...] about Get your hands on the Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook
‘Control Overlays’ for mouse and keyboard support in ChromeOS now appear for all games [Canary]
Previously only discussed near the end of last year, Google's 'control overlays' for Android games on Chromebooks were said to be coming first to a select few titles in alpha. The developer flag to enable it was added to ChromeOS this December, but I wanted to cover it today because it forces the … [Read more...] about ‘Control Overlays’ for mouse and keyboard support in ChromeOS now appear for all games [Canary]
Unboxing Lenovo’s new 16-inch IdeaPad 5i Chromebook: what you need to know [VIDEO]
As much as I've talked about the upcoming HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook since CES 2023, there's a good chance you've heard me mention one of my favorite parts of this fresh, new take on a high-end, consumer-focused Chromebook: the simplified branding. The Dragonfly Pro will come in one configuration … [Read more...] about Unboxing Lenovo’s new 16-inch IdeaPad 5i Chromebook: what you need to know [VIDEO]
In development: Bard AI could let you speak with your Chromebook as though it’s a person
I'm literally going to be talking today about how you could talk to your laptop like Tony Stark does to Jarvis - something I never thought I'd say because it just seems so far-fetched to say out loud. We've had Google Assistant baked into the ChromeOS launcher for years, but it's a far cry from the … [Read more...] about In development: Bard AI could let you speak with your Chromebook as though it’s a person
Google Tasks checks “Material You makeover” off of its To-Do list in latest update
You're probably tired of hearing about Google's gorgeous, new design language by now, but I'm not. A slew of Google products, services, and apps are now rocking the look that centers its theming elements around you (hence the name), and we see more join their ranks every day. In the latest update … [Read more...] about Google Tasks checks “Material You makeover” off of its To-Do list in latest update
Become a ChromeOS Certified Administrator
If you are managing Chromebooks successfully for your school or business, you might be interested in Google’s new cloud certification for Chromebook administrators. The “ChromeOS Certified Administrator” exam is one of six professional certifications under the Google Cloud program. This type … [Read more...] about Become a ChromeOS Certified Administrator
You can now react to Google Messages with any emoji that your heart desires
Google Messages is vastly different from what it used to be back when it was first released. You can now star messages, set reminders to snooze texts, filter or categorize your messages between either personal or business, and more. Most notable, however, is the ability to react to messages sent to … [Read more...] about You can now react to Google Messages with any emoji that your heart desires
The Chrome Cast 214: ASUS Vibe CX34 impressions and why Acer needs a high-end Chromebook
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the episode by discussing our recent move from YouTube Music over to Spotify and why that transition has been so interesting. As a music streaming service, Spotify is the best there is, and it took us all quite a while to finally move over to it. With some … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 214: ASUS Vibe CX34 impressions and why Acer needs a high-end Chromebook
Why I’m actually ready to give the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra a try
If you know anything about me, you know that I'm a Google hardware guy through-and-through. As a matter of fact, I have a post idea on my Trello board I've simply titled "Why I keep coming back to Pixel" that I've yet to write. Invariably, every time I've strayed away (this happened with Google's … [Read more...] about Why I’m actually ready to give the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra a try
Mojang launches Minecraft Trial for Chromebook in select markets
Last month, rumors were swirling that Minecraft may finally be on the way for Chromebook users and I'm not talking about the Education Edition. Without any warning or even an announcement that I can find, those rumors are now a reality as Mojang has officially released a Minecraft Trial for … [Read more...] about Mojang launches Minecraft Trial for Chromebook in select markets
How to set the default payment card on your Pixel Watch
Just the other day, I was in a situation where the simplest way to pay for my meal was with my Pixel Watch. I don't often use my watch to pay, so I was already a bit self-concious when I was prepping to approach the payment terminal. Once I was ready, I double-clicked the digital crown and was set … [Read more...] about How to set the default payment card on your Pixel Watch
