According to a new report by Protocol, Google is in the process of creating or adding native TV channels to Google TV devices like Chromecasts and set-top boxes running the software. These channels will be referred to as 'F.A.S.T.' - Free, Ad-Supported, streaming television and come from companies … [Read more...] about Google TV is working to inject free, ad-supported streaming channels into your experience
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A mysterious new MediaTek SoC shows up in development for future Chromebooks
Alright, this one is a head-scratcher. In searching for some info surrounding another upcoming, new reference board that we'll talk about in a future post (very soon, I promise) I came across not only another new development board, but an entirely new SoC being tested for upcoming Chromebooks, … [Read more...] about A mysterious new MediaTek SoC shows up in development for future Chromebooks
Samsung Deals: Up to $300 off a new Chromebook
It won't be long before the holiday shopping season is upon us but Chromebook deals know no season and this week is a good time to pick up a new device and save some serious cash. Whether you're looking for the best of the best or just a budget-friendly device to kick around the house, we've rounded … [Read more...] about Samsung Deals: Up to $300 off a new Chromebook
Create stop motion animation videos in the cloud with this new Chromebook Perk
Chromebooks are capable of anything the average user would want to do on a daily basis, but Google has continually refused to stop there. It's gone well out of its way to display creative tools and resources one could use to perform a litany of advanced tasks and defy the normally accepted … [Read more...] about Create stop motion animation videos in the cloud with this new Chromebook Perk
Just point and shoot – Your Chromebook camera will soon be able to scan documents
While this update has been a long time coming, it's yet to make an official appearance until today. On Chrome OS 96 Canary, the camera app on my Pixelbook Go displayed the message you see below, indicating that instead of having to scan through the traditional built-in 'Scan' app, I could … [Read more...] about Just point and shoot – Your Chromebook camera will soon be able to scan documents
[Updated] Chrome OS for Kids – Here’s an early look at Google’s initiative for aspiring creators
Update: Fixed app links! There are already a billion ways in which kids and young adults can make use of Chromebooks for creativity, school, and even home life. Unfortunately, there hasn't yet been a way to explore all of those ways to date, aside from maybe perusing the Family apps and games … [Read more...] about [Updated] Chrome OS for Kids – Here’s an early look at Google’s initiative for aspiring creators
More 11-inch Snapdragon tablets are on the way to take on the HP x2 11
Lenovo recently announced the new Chromebook Duet 5, an OLED-toting, 13.3-inch Chromebook tablet that takes what many loved in the original Duet and expands on it in nearly every way. The screen is bigger/better, the keyboard is full-size, there's a pen included (with a place to keep it) and the … [Read more...] about More 11-inch Snapdragon tablets are on the way to take on the HP x2 11
This Chromebook Training game will help you unlock all the benefits of your new laptop
Google has a training center set up using a learning management system called Exceed - it's something I used a lot back when I was a Chromebook Expert in big box stores. It allowed me to brush up on the basics, train store employees to better sell Chromebooks with confidence, and crush … [Read more...] about This Chromebook Training game will help you unlock all the benefits of your new laptop
Here’s how the new Chromebook Productivity Launcher cuts out unnecessary speed pitfalls
The new Chromebook Productivity Launcher that's inbound for users can be tested right now in Chrome OS Canary, and as of yesterday, more of us in the office are able to use it in full. Prior to the latest update, everything worked perfectly with Google's new pint-sized launcher aside from one thing … [Read more...] about Here’s how the new Chromebook Productivity Launcher cuts out unnecessary speed pitfalls
Apple’s jab at Chromebooks in their iPad keynote is misleading and a little flattering
As a general rule, Apple doesn't mention the competition very often. In fact, even when comparing their processor speed or camera improvements in the past, the company generally just compares their latest hardware to the past generations of their own stuff. And they do this for a very good reason. … [Read more...] about Apple’s jab at Chromebooks in their iPad keynote is misleading and a little flattering
Pixel 6 and Potato Chips: Google Japan posts “crispy” Pixel teaser
Personally, I take very little interest in Apple's hardware and even less interest in their launch events. That said, this year's iPhone 13 launch event felt very underwhelming whether you're an Apple fanboy or otherwise. Don't get me wrong. The new iPhone will be an awesome device and the stuff … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 and Potato Chips: Google Japan posts “crispy” Pixel teaser
Google Tasks is getting a new Workspace-style logo, and I have mixed feelings
Over on the Google Workspace Updates blog this morning, Google revealed a new logo for its Tasks app. Ever since it was released, Tasks has had the same representation - a circle and a pill shape in the form of an abstract checkmark. However, with this update, which is due to roll out between … [Read more...] about Google Tasks is getting a new Workspace-style logo, and I have mixed feelings
