Whether you're looking to get your first smart home setup started or you want to add some new smart devices to your existing Assistant-enabled domicile, Lenovo has a Black Friday in July deal you may want to check out. The deal consists of TWO smart clocks with the Google Assistant baked right in … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $102 off this Lenovo smart home starter kit
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The Chrome Cast 120: New Pixel 6 leaks and Jasper Lake Chromebook speed impresses
This week on The Chrome Cast, we start the show off by discussing the most recent leaks surrounding the upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro that give us more details on what to expect this fall along with a promise for 5 years of regular security updates from Google. For the second half of the … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 120: New Pixel 6 leaks and Jasper Lake Chromebook speed impresses
Chromebook launcher app sorting may actually be on its way, and it’s about time
We've written several articles about the need for Google's Chromebook launcher to evolve with the times. With the introduction of the Google Play Store to devices years ago and the new hotness of Progressive Web Apps (PWA), the 'app drawer' on our laptops has become a cluttered mess. Yes, you can … [Read more...] about Chromebook launcher app sorting may actually be on its way, and it’s about time
Google’s recent Chromebook keyboard changes have rewired my brain, and I love it
Ever since Google changed the default behavior of the Caps Lock key on the traditional keyboard layout when it released Chromebooks, it's caused a lot of controversy within the computing community. Caps Lock has been around since the days of the typewriter, and while it was largely seen as a less … [Read more...] about Google’s recent Chromebook keyboard changes have rewired my brain, and I love it
Chromium OS Integrates CloudReady Installer
Ever wanted to have a Chrome OS experience on a device that isn't a Chromebook or a Chromebox? To do so, you need Chromium OS - the free and open source base of Chrome OS - and until now, the CloudReady operating system from Neverware has always been the best option for that. With Google now … [Read more...] about Chromium OS Integrates CloudReady Installer
Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro spec leak promises 5 years of update support
I was just having a discussion with a co-worker this afternoon about what he should do regarding his aging Pixel 3 XL as we head into the dog days of summer. In the tech world, a few months can sometimes feel like ages, and it only gets worse when your phone is on its death bed and the one you … [Read more...] about Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro spec leak promises 5 years of update support
These protective Pixel Buds A-Series cases are the accessories I didn’t realize I needed
Google's new 'A-Series' Pixel Buds are a fantastic budget-friendly option for anyone who enjoys the company's audio offerings but doesn't want to spend the normal price on them. Aside from missing out on volume swipe controls and a few other features, they retain most of their attractive qualities … [Read more...] about These protective Pixel Buds A-Series cases are the accessories I didn’t realize I needed
[60% off] Markup Hero Review – the best screenshot annotation tool for Chromebook users
I'm a huge proponent of productivity tools and resources. Each time I write something up promoting Chrome extensions, apps, or just tips and tricks for Chromebook users to get the most out of their devices, the feedback I receive is that you're all very much interested as well. Today, I wanted to … [Read more...] about [60% off] Markup Hero Review – the best screenshot annotation tool for Chromebook users
Dell is at work on two next-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromebooks
While we are just at the beginning of an unprecedented flood of Chromebooks coming to market in the next 6 months, it doesn't mean development of new devices isn't still ongoing. In general, around this point in the year we begin seeing the next wave of large-core Intel devices begin showing up. … [Read more...] about Dell is at work on two next-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromebooks
This upcoming change could make searching on Chromebooks more frustrating
Google is currently testing the ability to include helpful solutions to common Chromebook questions in the device's launcher for quick access. With just one tap of the 'Everything button', you will soon be able to find anything that exists over on the company's Chromebook Support forum. The same … [Read more...] about This upcoming change could make searching on Chromebooks more frustrating
CTL launches Chrome OS All-in-one with Pocket Lab Air Quality monitor
Oregon-based CTL is known for pumping out quality Chrome OS devices and digital management solutions for schools and enterprises. From rugged classroom-ready Chromebooks to a wide range of cost-effective Chromebox configurations, CTL continues to grow its hardware résumé to fit the needs of the … [Read more...] about CTL launches Chrome OS All-in-one with Pocket Lab Air Quality monitor
Google pauses Chrome OS update, breaks Linux container
Last week, Google rolled out an incremental update to Chrome OS 91 and it didn't take long for numerous users to start reporting a serious bug that was crippling the CPU and a number of Chromebooks. The bug report, now triaged, has been updated from priority 3 to priority 1 which is the … [Read more...] about Google pauses Chrome OS update, breaks Linux container
