Chrome OS offers many unique features that set it apart from most other operating systems. One of the most important of which is security and the fact that the OS itself can be completely restored to its original factory settings in just a few minutes. If your Chromebook isn't acting quite right, a … [Read more...] about Google preps local recovery option for Chrome OS that requires only a network connection
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Latest Youtube experiment lets you download videos from the web, but only for a limited time
As an update to the experiments it often offers in cycles, Youtube is allowing Premium subscribers to download videos directly from their browser! If you visit the Youtube homepage, you may be presented with the promotional banner for the feature found below. Alternatively, you can directly visit … [Read more...] about Latest Youtube experiment lets you download videos from the web, but only for a limited time
A few reasons why the Lenovo Duet 5 should outperform other Snapdragon Chromebooks
We're not too far out from the release of the recently-announced Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 and in preparation of this device's arrival, we've been doing a bit of research around the 2nd-gen Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c that will be powering this interesting detachable Chromebook. You see, the Duet 5 isn't … [Read more...] about A few reasons why the Lenovo Duet 5 should outperform other Snapdragon Chromebooks
Gmail on the web gets more interactive ‘Search chips’ to make finding emails faster
In order to refine your search in Gmail on the web, you must click the slider icon to the right of the search box found at the top of the page. Once you do, you're presented with a wall of text options for tightening your query, and this is very helpful while trying to pinpoint a specific email … [Read more...] about Gmail on the web gets more interactive ‘Search chips’ to make finding emails faster
HP Chromebook x2 11 review: tablet dreams, Chromebook realities [VIDEO]
I have to be honest right up front: I’m not really a tablet guy. I want to be - I promise - but when it comes down to it, a large-screened phone handles most of my gaming, reading and casual consumption stuff and when I need a bigger screen, I normally want a keyboard to go along with it. So, in … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook x2 11 review: tablet dreams, Chromebook realities [VIDEO]
Updated Google Chat PWA is now available, but you may need to switch over to it manually
Google Chat for the web is now a Progressive Web Application (PWA) and comes with significant design and functionality changes compared to its previous Chrome app counterpart. About this time last year, the faster, more reliable, and engaging version was introduced, and only recently became … [Read more...] about Updated Google Chat PWA is now available, but you may need to switch over to it manually
Google Sites now lets you create your own custom themes for more consistent branding
Now that the new Google Sites has all but taken over for the traditional version, boasting a cleaner UI and more integration with the company's other services, like Youtube, Drive, and even new editing tools, Google is now looking to add a few extra features to make it more useful beyond the visual … [Read more...] about Google Sites now lets you create your own custom themes for more consistent branding
$269 scores you an 11th Gen Intel convertible Chromebook that doesn’t suck
Last week, Best Buy dropped the price of the Pentium-powered Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i down to $299, and at that price, it's probably the most affordable "flagship" level Chromebook on the market. The lesser sibling of the Core i3 convertible, the Best Buy version of the Flex nixes the backlit … [Read more...] about $269 scores you an 11th Gen Intel convertible Chromebook that doesn’t suck
More evidence to further confirm Pixel 6 October launch date
Thanks to Droid Life, Reddit, and Front Page Tech, there is what now feels like a mountain of evidence pointing to a specific date for the launch of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. We've already talked about the initial leak from Jon Prosser at Front Page Tech and while I've been inclined to think … [Read more...] about More evidence to further confirm Pixel 6 October launch date
Museletter turns your Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides into a blog you can get paid for
Area 120 - Google's in-house incubator company known for Tables and Stack - has now revealed a new product that's meant to rock the boat of innovation and forward-thinking. Museletter lets you turn your Google Drive content into a public blog-style profile that you can charge viewers for access … [Read more...] about Museletter turns your Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides into a blog you can get paid for
HP’s top-end Core i3 Chromebase is now available and affordable
One of the most interesting Chrome OS devices to come out of 2020 didn't come in the form of a premium convertible or a sleek tablet. Instead, one of the most unique and interesting devices actually comes in one of the least familiar form factors in the Chrome OS ecosystem - The Chromebase. … [Read more...] about HP’s top-end Core i3 Chromebase is now available and affordable
Chromebooks get 20 new themes to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Now that the new Chromebook Wallpaper app is being revamped with a complete web app update, you may be wondering when we're getting new themes to accompany it. Well, just in time for National Hispanic Heritage Month, Google is releasing 20 to choose from! Not only that, but these 20 wallpapers will … [Read more...] about Chromebooks get 20 new themes to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
