The other day, Michael pointed out a new feature in Android 12 that I didn't realize was there. It's a small change that makes a huge difference in my daily use and now that I know it is there, I lean into it with great regularity. What is it? Glad you asked. The small, important feature we're … [Read more...] about I really hope this little-known Android 12 feature comes to Chromebooks soon
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You can now sort your apps by color in the new Chromebook Productivity launcher
I've been following the development of the new Chromebook Productivity Launcher for some time now. It's a brand new app launcher that sits left-aligned on the shelf for Chrome OS users and provides faster access to your content instead of taking up half of or the full display when opened like the … [Read more...] about You can now sort your apps by color in the new Chromebook Productivity launcher
ColorCinch Photo Editor, formally Cartoonize, joins the Chromebook Perks lineup
Building on top of its already impressive library of creative design apps and web apps that have recently become free perks for Chromebook owners, Colorcinch, formerly Cartoonize, joins the fray. It's deemed "a creative tool so simple, a toddler could use it," and is an all-in-one creative platform … [Read more...] about ColorCinch Photo Editor, formally Cartoonize, joins the Chromebook Perks lineup
Take $530 off this powerful Ryzen 7 Lenovo C13 Yoga Chromebook
As I sit and write this on Lenovo's AMD-powered C13 Yoga, I am quickly reminded that there is a lot to love about this very under-hyped Chromebook. While AMD's "flagship" Chromebook processors haven't quite lived up to our hopeful expectations, the Ryzen 5 in the model I'm using gets along just fine … [Read more...] about Take $530 off this powerful Ryzen 7 Lenovo C13 Yoga Chromebook
Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake N processors are coming to Chromebooks
While we're getting decently deep into the age of 11th-gen Intel Tiger Lake Chromebooks (Acer Spin 713, ASUS Flip CX9, CX5400, CX5500, etc.), just like we see every year, the next generation is ready to take the stage. We've talked about it many times before, but the 12th-gen Alder Lake series of … [Read more...] about Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake N processors are coming to Chromebooks
Youtube’s video chapters feature now available on Smart TVs and game consoles
One of my favorite features on Youtube is "video chapters". This method of segmentation splits up a video into digestible and navigable pieces so that users can skip around to information that's more relevant to them. I've adapted to them so much that I can't stand when a podcast or news-style video … [Read more...] about Youtube’s video chapters feature now available on Smart TVs and game consoles
Google Photos gets Cinematic improvements, new event memories with nest Hub integration
Just in time for Christmas and the New Year, Google Photos is getting some updates that will make it easier to enjoy your photos in new and exciting ways. First, you may already be enjoying the new Photos memories widget on your phone, and this immediately gives your device that beautiful "picture … [Read more...] about Google Photos gets Cinematic improvements, new event memories with nest Hub integration
Google Drive is converting all of your messy, duplicate files into shortcuts instead
Google is pushing its timeline for converting all of your duplicate files and folders into shortcuts that point to the initially uploaded versions from now to early next year. For both personal Google Accounts and all workspace tiers, the company will begin to replace these items stored in multiple … [Read more...] about Google Drive is converting all of your messy, duplicate files into shortcuts instead
Here are all of the Netflix Games that you can play on your Chromebook
Last month, Netflix revealed on its blog that it's getting into the gaming space, and because of this, Chromebook owners can enjoy the first fruits of that labor. While there are no streaming games at this time, anyone with an active Netflix subscription can visit the Google Play Store or the … [Read more...] about Here are all of the Netflix Games that you can play on your Chromebook
How to set alarms, timers, and even a bedtime schedule on your Chromebook
Believe it or not, you can actually use your Chromebook to set alarms, timers, and even to get your bedtime schedule up to snuff in the same way that you would use your Android phone. You've probably never heard this before because, at first blush, it sounds both unreasonable and impossible. … [Read more...] about How to set alarms, timers, and even a bedtime schedule on your Chromebook
The Chrome Cast 142: wrapping up our biggest giveaway ever and our favorite tech of 2021
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the episode talking through our latest, largest giveaway wrapping up just minutes before we hit record. This morning, we announced the 5 winners of our 5 brand-new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5's and we're still a bit blown away at the energy around this latest … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 142: wrapping up our biggest giveaway ever and our favorite tech of 2021
Take $460 off the premium Core i5 Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
Are you still looking for that perfect gift for the tech head in your life? If you missed all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on a new premium Chromebook, today is your lucky day. Samsung's original Galaxy Chromebook is enjoying a significant discount over at Samsung proper and you can save … [Read more...] about Take $460 off the premium Core i5 Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
