Are you a file hoarder? If you're like me, you probably are and don't even know it. I recently upgraded to the 2TB tier of Google Drive simply because I can't seem to keep my numerous files and folders under control and was constantly capping out my legacy 100GB plan. That said, I have come to … [Read more...] about Start the New Year with a clean Google Drive and a big discount
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5 great Chromecast with Google TV experiences you and your family can enjoy this Christmas
It's the most wonderful time of the- well, I suppose that depends on who you ask. For many, Christmas is a season that brings about warm, fuzzy feelings, and even for those of us Floridians who don't get snow and probably never will, it's a time of heightened happiness. Hey, we get a little cold … [Read more...] about 5 great Chromecast with Google TV experiences you and your family can enjoy this Christmas
You can get the excellent Nest Audio smart speaker for just $75 right now
The Nest Audio is one of those small devices that, if you don't think about it on purpose, you just forget it is there. We have a few in the office and literally depend on them to do their job every single day without much fuss. With great sound, a simple interface, and an aesthetic that blends in … [Read more...] about You can get the excellent Nest Audio smart speaker for just $75 right now
Now, more than ever, I want a Google-branded E Ink paper tablet, but it’s unlikely to happen
Oh boy, where to start? This is a loaded conversation full of many different angles, so let me start from the beginning. As an avid stationary nerd, die-hard Chromebook fan, and self-proclaimed mindfulness expert, I can confidently tell you that there's a massive gap in the technology landscape for … [Read more...] about Now, more than ever, I want a Google-branded E Ink paper tablet, but it’s unlikely to happen
My favorite holiday deal is still going on the awesome Acer Chromebook 516 GE
As deals go, there are basically two types: a price reduction so steep that you can't resist or a discount on an excellent device that simply sweetens the overall buying experience. This particular one falls into the latter category, and while there are obviously cheaper Chromebooks to be had at … [Read more...] about My favorite holiday deal is still going on the awesome Acer Chromebook 516 GE
Lenovo unveils the IdeaPad Flex 3i Chromebook with latest N-series CPU from Intel
Lenovo is back with yet-another addition to the ever-growing family of Flex Chromebooks. This time around, the PC giant has debuted the first-ever ChromeOS laptop to feature Intel's latest N-series CPUs. These chips, from the Alder Lake processor family, are the first to take a departure from the … [Read more...] about Lenovo unveils the IdeaPad Flex 3i Chromebook with latest N-series CPU from Intel
HP Chromebook x360 14b unboxing and impressions w/Kompanio 1200 [VIDEO]
Though there are countless Chromebooks out there to be interested in, there aren't near as many processors. We generally see the same large and small core offerings from Intel each year, but the other players in the ChromeOS game have been upping their output. We now have a couple Snapdragon … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook x360 14b unboxing and impressions w/Kompanio 1200 [VIDEO]
PSA: The big, beautiful Wacom One creative pen display is compatible with your Chromebook
A couple of years ago when I was wrote up the One by Wacom as the first ChromeOS-compatible graphics tablet for students and creatives, the larger, more impressive Wacom One was not at all functional with Chromebooks. I was pretty bummed out since I had one, but figured that at some point in the … [Read more...] about PSA: The big, beautiful Wacom One creative pen display is compatible with your Chromebook
Just like that, Pixel Watch 20mm band adapters are pretty easy to find
When the Pixel Watch launched, it wasn't surprising that finding 3rd party watch bands was a bit tough. Over the first few weeks, more and more of them showed up and now there are Pixel Watch bands all over the internet at all sorts of price points. Though we're all glad this is now the case, I've … [Read more...] about Just like that, Pixel Watch 20mm band adapters are pretty easy to find
[U: prototype] Google Lens has a prescription for your doctor’s bad handwriting
Update: December 20, 2022, at 8:00 A.M. EST - Google has reached out to clarify that the demonstration shown below by Google for India is exclusively a research prototype of a machine learning model. It is not yet ready for public use, but they are excited about what will be possible when it finally … [Read more...] about [U: prototype] Google Lens has a prescription for your doctor’s bad handwriting
You can get the excellent Pixel Buds A-Series right now for $69
With all the hype around the Pixel Buds Pro, you'd be forgiven for completely forgetting the quite-competent Pixel Buds A-Series. To be fair, I know I did for quite some time, but after using them again for the past few weeks, I can tell you that was a mistake. I forgot just how much I enjoyed … [Read more...] about You can get the excellent Pixel Buds A-Series right now for $69
This $89 Chromebook deal is perfect for the kiddos this Christmas
If you're looking for a durable little Chromebook for the young ones that isn't absolute garbage, you're in luck. The Lenovo Chromebook 3 has remained one of the most popular "cheap" ChromeOS devices on the market for nearly two years running and rightfully so. The 11.6" clamshell doesn't do … [Read more...] about This $89 Chromebook deal is perfect for the kiddos this Christmas
