Progressive Web Apps, or PWAs for short, have come a long way since Google embraced them in 2015 and made them what they are today. Presently, when browsing a website on Chrome desktop and that site has a PWA, you will see a small "install" icon on the right side of the Omnibox, and once you click … [Read more...] about Chrome for desktop testing more detailed PWA installs
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How to change the icon for web app shortcuts on ChromeOS
Last week, we published a quick guide on how to create web app shortcuts on ChromeOS for sites that don't offer a PWA. This is a great way to have an app-like experience for your favorite sites and keep them contained to their own window. However, sometimes, the icon that get automatically created … [Read more...] about How to change the icon for web app shortcuts on ChromeOS
We have a USI 2.0 pen in the office: what you need to know [VIDEO]
We've previously discussed the differences in USI 1.0 and 2.0, but now that we have an actual USI 2.0 pen in the office and have used it for a bit, we thought it would be a good time to show off these different pens on a video that showcases the main thing you need to know if you are going to buy … [Read more...] about We have a USI 2.0 pen in the office: what you need to know [VIDEO]
The Chrome Cast 180: Logitech’s ‘Works With Chromebook’ Lineup, EDU strategy, and Logi Pen with Gaurav Bradoo
For this episode of The Chrome Cast podcast, we have an interview with Gaurav Bradoo, Product Lead for Education at Logitech. More specifically, Gaurav is responsible for the product management and portfolio strategy for the team at Logitech, looking at education and how they can help learners and … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 180: Logitech’s ‘Works With Chromebook’ Lineup, EDU strategy, and Logi Pen with Gaurav Bradoo
YouTube TV celebrates reaching 5 million subs in 5 years
I've been a YouTube TV customer from the start, and during that time, I've had a love/hate relationship with the service. From its beginnings as a promising alternative for those who wanted to cut the cord to later disappointments as certain RSNs (Regional Sports Networks) started dropping off, … [Read more...] about YouTube TV celebrates reaching 5 million subs in 5 years
Acer looks to be working on a new Snapdragon-powered Chromebook
This one is very, very early in the works, but it is still exciting to see. Acer looks to be in the beginning stages of bringing a new, Qualcomm Snapdragon-powered Chromebook into the fray. While we're not expecting the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 1 or Gen 2 inside (we've yet to tie that SoC to a … [Read more...] about Acer looks to be working on a new Snapdragon-powered Chromebook
ChromeOS Flex now generally available to more PCs and Macs
Today Google announced in a blog post that starting next week, ChromeOS Flex will graduate from its early access period to becoming generally available to over 400 certified devices. This is a major feat considering its humble beginnings just five months ago when it supported a much smaller subset … [Read more...] about ChromeOS Flex now generally available to more PCs and Macs
Android 13 final Beta 4 rolling out to Pixel Phones
The fourth and final beta for Android 13 is rolling out today, and it includes a release candidate build for Pixel devices and the Android Emulator. As the last beta before the official release, which is only a few weeks away, there aren't any obvious user-facing changes but rather some final system … [Read more...] about Android 13 final Beta 4 rolling out to Pixel Phones
Appointment Schedules get better sharing options in Calendar
Google Calendar introduced a new Calendly-style feature back in March that allowed users to set pre-defined appointment slots so that anyone can book an appointment with them. This feature, called "Appointment Scheduling," is different from the old "appointment slots" in that it creates an external … [Read more...] about Appointment Schedules get better sharing options in Calendar
Newer Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 now in the works for upcoming Chromebooks
Not long ago, we uncovered the fact that Qualcomm looks to be working with Google and Chromebook manufacturers to bring the more-powerful Snapdragon 8cx platform to Chromebooks in the future. While we have Snapdragon 7c and 7c Gen 2 Chromebooks already on the market, we are definitely looking … [Read more...] about Newer Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 now in the works for upcoming Chromebooks
Amazon Prime Day is meh: Here are some Chromebooks deals
In the early days of Chrome Unboxed, I would sit in front of my Chromebook for hours on end waiting for Amazon's "Lightning Deals" to arrive so that I could share the best Chromebook discounts with our readers. Unfortunately, Amazon has become a very poor place to go shopping for a new ChromeOS … [Read more...] about Amazon Prime Day is meh: Here are some Chromebooks deals
Pixel 6 and 6 Pro get heavily discounted for Prime Day
Prime Day, like Black Friday in the U.S., is when you can score the best deals online. That day is today, and this year, Google is joining in by offering sizeable discounts on the Pixel 6 line, making this the best time to purchase Google's latest and greatest smartphones. The deals shave $200 … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 and 6 Pro get heavily discounted for Prime Day
