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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
Chrome for Android introduces experimental search suggestion chips under its Omnibox
Chrome for Android is testing an interesting approach to Google Search suggestions. Instead of tapping on a result from Google Search and being taken to a webpage and then having to navigate back to said results in order to choose another, enabling a new developer flag first discovered by 9to5Google … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android introduces experimental search suggestion chips under its Omnibox
Android devices now have the ability to store digital COVID vaccination cards when they arrive
Developers from healthcare organizations, government agencies, and organizations authorized by public health authorities to distribute COVID vaccines and tests officially gained access to an updated Passes API this past week. This will allow them to begin creating a digital version of vaccine and … [Read more...] about Android devices now have the ability to store digital COVID vaccination cards when they arrive
Pick up this Lenovo USI pen for your Chromebook for only $26
USI pens are awesome. As the name infers, the Universal Stylus Initiative means your pen will work exactly the same no matter which compatible device you happen to be using. Some USI pens offer some additional features such as barrel buttons that perform specific functions. Some models are … [Read more...] about Pick up this Lenovo USI pen for your Chromebook for only $26
Tested: Intel’s Jasper Lake delivers big performance gains for affordable Chromebooks
It hit me just yesterday that we've been previously unable to share performance numbers on the one Jasper Lake Chromebook we have in the office right now. The Acer Chromebook 317 is a monster device in numerous ways, but hiding inside that massive 17-inch chassis is the first Japser Lake Intel chip … [Read more...] about Tested: Intel’s Jasper Lake delivers big performance gains for affordable Chromebooks
How to install Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor on a Chromebook
Respondus is a company that creates products that allow schools to deliver online assessments to their students while ensuring the integrity of the results by wrapping the test environment in a learning management system. It's become known as the "gold standard" for securing online exams in … [Read more...] about How to install Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor on a Chromebook
AT&T subscribers can score 6 months of Stadia Pro and a $20 gaming bundle
The future of Stadia and the strategy behind its roadmap still eludes me but whatever the plan, Google appears to be pulling out all the stops to get the streaming service in front of more users with every passing day. General users can claim a month of Stadia Pro on the platform's website at any … [Read more...] about AT&T subscribers can score 6 months of Stadia Pro and a $20 gaming bundle
Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is now available on Stadia with excellent action RPG combat
Fans of the Ys series can now pick up Ys IX: Monstrum Nox on the Stadia Store for more action RPG goodness! For those unfamiliar, Ys is a long-running action RPG developed by Nihon Falcom that began in 1987 alongside series like Star Ocean, Final Fantasy, and the Tales Of series' and chronicles a … [Read more...] about Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is now available on Stadia with excellent action RPG combat
