During an "Ask Me Anything (AMA)" session on the Youtube Music Help site recently, a Community Manager for Team Youtube took time to answer some questions directly. In addition to Canada getting free background listening soon, the Youtube Music app will soon restrict non-paying members to audio-only … [Read more...] about Youtube Music’s “Video” capabilities will soon be for Premium subscribers only
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The best Chromebook of 2020 is $210 off today
Looking for a solid deal on a premium Chromebook? I got you covered. Our favorite device of 2020 was, hands-down, Acer's gorgeous Chromebook Spin 713 and even though you can pick up its 11th Gen successor, the Comet Lake-powered convertible from 2020 is still a powerful laptop that's worth its salt. … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook of 2020 is $210 off today
In just a few weeks, new Roku devices will no longer be able to install Youtube either
Back in April, Ruku called out Google in an abrasive email, threatening to no longer carry Youtube TV on its devices. Shortly afterward, it followed up on those threats, and did exactly that, stating that Google had basically become a monopolistic bully for imposing its marketing presence over its … [Read more...] about In just a few weeks, new Roku devices will no longer be able to install Youtube either
Pixel 6 doesn’t have mm-wave 5G unless you buy it from these carriers
There are quite a few differences in Google's two new phones: screen size, resolution, build materials, camera count, selfie camera resolution, color options, RAM, and storage are all factors you need to consider when looking at the Pixel 6 versus the Pixel 6 Pro. But there's one other big … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 doesn’t have mm-wave 5G unless you buy it from these carriers
[UPDATED: In Stock] You can now buy the Snapdragon-powered Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook
Update: I'm not sure if this is a result of the popularity of this device or perhaps Best Buy listed it early but the Duet 5 is now showing as "sold out." We will update when the listing goes live again. Update #2: It appears that the Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook is once again available for order … [Read more...] about [UPDATED: In Stock] You can now buy the Snapdragon-powered Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook
Watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event in under 13 minutes [VIDEO]
Though it wasn't a crazy-long presentation on Tuesday, the nearly-one-hour Pixel 6 launch event packed a ton of info into 60 minutes. While I don't think Google did much on the fluff side of things, there were definitely some fun transitions, extra commentary, and needed visual flare that took up … [Read more...] about Watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event in under 13 minutes [VIDEO]
Chrome OS Beta Community will allow Google to directly inform testers of new features
The Chrome OS development team is looking for more impactful ways to get feedback from its beta testers and to share new updates with them. To do this, it's launching the Chrome OS Beta Community, which is appropriately named. Tomorrow, on October 21, 2021, it will host a Youtube live event to break … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Beta Community will allow Google to directly inform testers of new features
Doorbuster: Grab the rugged Lenovo Chromebook 10e tablet w/keyboard half off
Looking for a durable, totable Chrome OS tablet that won't break the bank? Lenovo has a doorbuster deal that may be of interest to you. The lesser-known Lenovo Chromebook 10e is the rugged sibling of the popular 10.1" Duet Chromebook. The Chromebook 10e features the exact same internals and display … [Read more...] about Doorbuster: Grab the rugged Lenovo Chromebook 10e tablet w/keyboard half off
The Chrome OS 94 update roll-out has been halted, but we don’t know why
Thanks to a few messages here and there on the web, we've been made aware that the Chrome OS 94 update that began rolling out last week has apparently been halted. After hearing reports that users were unable to update their Chromebooks over the past few days, we took a look and realized - based on … [Read more...] about The Chrome OS 94 update roll-out has been halted, but we don’t know why
Google Calendar adds Focus Time entries so you can rest and reflect between events
With the overwhelming amount of digital meetings and collaboration that has become the new normal thanks to the global pandemic, it can be very easy to become overwhelmed. Google has previously baked Time Insights into Calendar to help you see where you're spending your time and how often you're … [Read more...] about Google Calendar adds Focus Time entries so you can rest and reflect between events
ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 review: upgrading a winning formula [VIDEO]
If we go all the way back to CES 2020, you'll remember Lenovo debuting the Chromebook Duet: a new take on the affordable Chromebook tablet formula that we knew right away would be a hit. It was the right size, had the right looks, and it had a great screen. Additionally, all the stuff you needed … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 review: upgrading a winning formula [VIDEO]
Why ‘Borealis’ (Steam gaming for Chromebooks) may still arrive in 2021
Borealis, the official Steam gaming support in Chromebooks, has been in development for at least a year now (and likely much longer). Let’s go over some new revelations we've found and then take a look back at what we know so far. There are many signs that point to a release of Borealis in the … [Read more...] about Why ‘Borealis’ (Steam gaming for Chromebooks) may still arrive in 2021
