Sometimes, users gravitate toward an older version of Chrome because it doesn't feature all of the extra bells and whistles, which they may or may not be averse to, or perhaps they're rocking older hardware that simply doesn't support newer updates. For a long time this has been okay but … [Read more...] about Users running Chrome 48 and earlier now forced to upgrade, Sync no longer supported
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The Chrome Cast 137: Lenovo’s new Chromebook Duet 5 tablet and a folding Pixel
This week on The Chrome Cast, we start the show by discussing the latest piece of Chrome OS hardware to show up in the office: the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5. This large, thin tablet was one that wasn't the most intriguing when it was announced, but has quickly won us all over thanks to a combo of a … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 137: Lenovo’s new Chromebook Duet 5 tablet and a folding Pixel
[Updated] You can now join multiplayer Stadia games without an invite
Update: Stadia has had multiplayer games since launch with the ability to join public lobbies of players. The feature being rolled out now is specifically to allow other players to join your specific game without an invite. We've made the correction in the article. Sorry about the … [Read more...] about [Updated] You can now join multiplayer Stadia games without an invite
$200 off makes the HP Chromebook x2 a Chrome OS tablet worth buying
The Chrome OS tablet market is finally starting to see some signs of life and we now have not one but two formidable Snapdragon-powered devices at our disposal. The latest is the OLED-toting Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 that Robby just unboxed but HP's Chromebook x2 11 is currently on offer and it's one … [Read more...] about $200 off makes the HP Chromebook x2 a Chrome OS tablet worth buying
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 unboxing and hands-on first impressions [VIDEO]
Today, we have a pretty special unboxing to do with the brand-new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5. This device was made official back in September, but just arrived in retail locations in mid-October. Lenovo was nice enough to send one over and, as we do around here, we opened it up all on camera. There … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 unboxing and hands-on first impressions [VIDEO]
Google ‘My Business’ is changing to ‘Business Profile’, losing app in favor of web integration
Back when Google Business was tied to Google+ as Business pages, they were easy to manage, but they weren't perfect. There was confusion around when you were replying to people as yourself or your business since they were intrinsically tied to your Google Account. Once the company's social spine … [Read more...] about Google ‘My Business’ is changing to ‘Business Profile’, losing app in favor of web integration
Managing Linux containers is about to get a lot easier on Chrome OS
Earlier this year, after roughly three years, Google finally lifted the "Beta" label from the Crostini project that brought a Linux development environment to Chromebooks. While many may feel that the Linux side of Chrome OS is only for technical users, developers, and tinkerers such as myself, the … [Read more...] about Managing Linux containers is about to get a lot easier on Chrome OS
Tab Maker by Google lets you create your own New Tab Page design as an extension
New tab page designs are nothing new - they've been around for a long time. Before developers could even create their own, Google had several designs available for users to spice up the design of the first thing they see when they get started in Chrome each morning. Recently, the company also … [Read more...] about Tab Maker by Google lets you create your own New Tab Page design as an extension
Chrome’s Reader Mode finds a new home in the browser’s Side Panel
Google is experimenting with packing Chrome's new Side Panel section with as many features as possible. First, it housed your Bookmarks and Reading List. Then, it went on to contain Google Lens results. Now, it's picking up a new trick - Reader Mode. Reader Mode is already available in Chrome … [Read more...] about Chrome’s Reader Mode finds a new home in the browser’s Side Panel
Refine results in Drive using Google’s new “search chip” filters that are now in beta
Following its update to Gmail back in September, Google is now adding the same search "chips" or filters to Drive to make it easier to refine your search query for files. For now, it's launching in beta, but it's available across the board for all Google Workspace accounts, as well as those with G … [Read more...] about Refine results in Drive using Google’s new “search chip” filters that are now in beta
How to score this new Samsung Chromebook from Walmart for only $87
If you're in the market for a "cheap" Chrome OS laptop, there's never been a better time to pick up a new Chromebook under $200. Even now, you can head over to Best Buy and find nearly a dozen devices priced as low as ninety-nine dollars and some of these Chromebooks are actually decent models. … [Read more...] about How to score this new Samsung Chromebook from Walmart for only $87
Chromebook shipments dip 37% this quarter, but there’s nothing to worry about
Thanks to the global pandemic, Chromebooks saw explosive growth over the past year, and it showed no signs of slowing down. However, a new report on the global PC market from Canalys shows that Chromebook shipments have slowed and have dipped 37% in Q3 of 2021. At first blush, it could be easy to … [Read more...] about Chromebook shipments dip 37% this quarter, but there’s nothing to worry about
