For as long as Android apps have been available on Chromebooks, I've been trying to play PUBG Mobile on them. If you've been around here for any amount of time, you know that this squandered dream of mine has never fully come to fruition and much to my chagrin, we're really no closer today than we … [Read more...] about Android games on non-touch Chromebooks may get a keyboard and mouse workaround
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Wasserstein launches its new Made for Google Nest Cam and Doorbell (battery) accessories
With the launch of the next-generation Nest battery-powered Doorbell and Camera, Wasserstein, a leading smart-home accessory manufacturer and Made for Google product partner has just launched a segment of its online store that features brand new accessories for these exciting, upcoming devices. … [Read more...] about Wasserstein launches its new Made for Google Nest Cam and Doorbell (battery) accessories
As 11th-gen Intel Chromebooks hit their stride, more 12th-gen devices hit development
We've been quite enamored with the current crop of 11th-gen Intel Tiger Lake Chromebooks lately, doting quite heavily on the new ASUS Flip CX5400 and CX9 even in our pre-review stages. With other devices like the fantastic HP Chromebook x360 14c, Acer Chromebook Spin 713 and the ASUS CX5500 … [Read more...] about As 11th-gen Intel Chromebooks hit their stride, more 12th-gen devices hit development
Take $384 off the premium Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
Whether you're headed back to the classroom, looking to upgrade your work device, or you simply have your eyes on a new laptop, there are plenty of deals to be had on a late model premium Chromebook to fit just about any budget. If you're looking for an eye-catching device that offers the best of … [Read more...] about Take $384 off the premium Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
Incognito Mode on Chrome for Android will make you reauthenticate to access tabs again
First discovered by Chrome Story, a new Repository Commit points to the Chrome for Android development team adding an extra layer of protection to the browser's incognito tabs via a developer flag. Once this feature rolls out, you'll need to access them again by providing some form of … [Read more...] about Incognito Mode on Chrome for Android will make you reauthenticate to access tabs again
Google’s Tensor SoC could eventually power far more than just the Pixel 6
With the official announcement of the Pixel 6, Google made it pretty clear just what they are truly excited about in these new phones. It isn't necessarily the flashy hardware, fast refresh screens, new cameras or under-display fingerprint scanner. Instead, the highlight and the focus is clearly … [Read more...] about Google’s Tensor SoC could eventually power far more than just the Pixel 6
Google One makes its ‘free’ VPN internationally available
Google One's 'free' Virtual Private Network (VPN) finally rolled out to iPhone users a few months ago, and earlier this year, it exited beta for Android users while gaining new safety features. I put quotes around the word 'free' because it's sort of a misnomer. You actually get the VPN as a part of … [Read more...] about Google One makes its ‘free’ VPN internationally available
Opinion: Google’s Pixel 6 just made the Pixel 5a relevant
Well, the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event is a wrap and there's a lot to get excited about from the smartphone giant. New watches, earbuds, and - oh yeah - some new bendy phones or something. In all seriousness, Samsung's new hardware lineup looks dope but for me, the Unpacked event was a temporary … [Read more...] about Opinion: Google’s Pixel 6 just made the Pixel 5a relevant
‘Cursive’ – a handwritten notes app is Google’s Chromebook-exclusive competitor to OneNote
Cursive is an interesting surprise from Google - a handwriting and notes app developed directly by the tech giant that's meant to complement HP's new X2 11 Chromebook. It's launching first on this new device and then later this year as a progressive web application (PWA) on other Chromebooks. At … [Read more...] about ‘Cursive’ – a handwritten notes app is Google’s Chromebook-exclusive competitor to OneNote
Hey Google, there’s no reason not to give us a Tiger Lake Pixelbook Go update this year
Right now, all the buzz surrounding Google hardware is focused primarily on the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. I get it and I totally understand it. Actually, I'm riding the hype train right there with everyone else and have pretty high expectations as I make my plans to return full-time Pixel phone … [Read more...] about Hey Google, there’s no reason not to give us a Tiger Lake Pixelbook Go update this year
More Details on the AMD dGPU-powered Chromebook Arise
A few of our tech-savvy readers (thanks @Cooe, @Locuza_, and others!) have written in to let us know about a big detail we missed when first talked about the AMD dGPU Chromebook in the works: the Vega 12 being tested for it does exist. In fact, it has already been shipped in the older MacBook Pros … [Read more...] about More Details on the AMD dGPU-powered Chromebook Arise
Here are a few new things from Google Assistant to help with back-to-school season
Because students will be physically attending school for the first time in over a year, it can be difficult and stressful for both parents and their children. Learning new habits, making sure they safely arrive at school, and more - Assistant is here to help. Google is releasing new and exciting … [Read more...] about Here are a few new things from Google Assistant to help with back-to-school season
