Over the years, I’ve used a lot of Chromebooks, and often, I’ve used both clamshell and tablet devices simultaneously for a variety of reasons. For example, clamshell Chromebooks are great for hammering out some writing, while tablet Chrome OS is great for reading Google Play Books, watching Youtube, and handwriting notes with Keep or Cursive. […]
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[U] Nvidia is rolling out the Google TV ‘Discover’ home screen to most Shield TV owners
Update 6/18/21: We mentioned that the Discover tab from Google TV was now rolling out to Shield TV owners, but this is actually the entire Discover home UI including content recommendations. Users in Italy and Spain will not receive the Discover tab, but they will receive content recommendations via the new home UI as well. […]
Continue ReadingChromebooks will soon gain the ability to automate dark mode based on a schedule
To reduce eye strain and save battery, Google has long employed a dark mode for Android phones. With the introduction of the same feature for Chrome OS, many early adopters have wondered why the company has yet to allow it to be automatically toggled on or off based on the time of day or night […]
Continue ReadingChrome will soon let you perform a ‘Privacy review’ similar to its ‘Safety check’
First spotted by Dinsan over at Chrome Story, Chrome Canary will soon have a new developer flag for enabling what’s called ‘Privacy Review’. Once toggled, it shows a new subpage in the Chrome settings area that lets you step through each privacy setting provided so that you can stay up to snuff on what’s available […]
Continue ReadingHow to enable your Chromebook’s new screen saver
Last week, Chrome OS 88 began rolling out to users across the globe. This update contained some very useful front-facing features for users but undoubtedly the most talked about is the new Chrome OS screen saver. Once called ambient mode, the screen saver function has been in the works for more than a year and […]
Continue ReadingQuick Tip: How to disconnect your Google Drive files from your Chromebook
Believe it or not, Chromebooks aren’t just and only cloud computing devices. Google may have created them to be that at first, and they are certainly still largely center around that philosophy, but they have become so much more over the years thanks to downloadable offline Google Play apps and even Linux programs. I’ve seen […]
Continue ReadingGoogle sign-in and password management can soon be used without Chrome Sync
The Chrome browser’s synchronization, or Chrome Sync, allows you to store various types of data in your Google account. From passwords to addresses, payment methods, browser history, tabs, and even personalization like a theme – using Chrome Sync allows you to use that data across several devices simultaneously, so long as you have an internet […]
Continue ReadingChrome 87 brings the largest speed and battery improvements in years, new productivity features
As the holidays inch closer, the Chrome team is releasing their final build of the year. Focusing heavily on their desire to help users get things done and reclaim precious time has been a goal of most of Google’s app and service updates lately, especially across Maps, Search, and more. Chrome 87 is rolling out […]
Continue ReadingThe best pen-based note-taking apps for your Chromebook
Have you ever tried to use your Chromebook for note-taking with a stylus? Some devices are more suited to the task than others, with the Lenovo Chromebook Duet being the best, in my opinion. There are a lot of pen-enabled apps that you can use, but which ones are truly the best? Today, we’re going […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Home Calling Arrives In The U.K.
Better late than never, right? Slated for the end of 2017, making phone calls from Google Home was a feature delayed for users in the United Kingdom. Yesterday, the community manager of the Google Home product forum officially announced that the feature has now been turned on.
Continue ReadingHey dbrand, Let’s Skin A Pixelbook
Personalizing your Chromebook should be as unique as you are. Skins, decals, wraps and even old-school bumper stickers can make your device one-of-a-kind but where does one go to find such wonderful trappings? Chromebook accessories, like the devices themselves, have been formerly relegated to niche markets and limited resources. Thankfully, there are a few companies […]
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