Ever since Google introduced the excellent and extremely useful Tab Search feature to the Chrome browser, users have complained about how out of place the button's visual design was against its surrounding elements. The close, maximize, and minimize buttons for the top of the browser are all in … [Read more...] about Chrome’s ugly Tab Search icon is being redesigned to fit in with its surroundings
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Another Snapdragon 7c Chromebook tablet is in the works
At this point in 2021, it feels like we could wake any given day to news that either 'Coachz' or 'Homestar' are officially hitting the market. After all, the development cycle for the Snapdragon 7c on Chromebooks has been a long, drawn-out affair, reaching all the way back to December of 2017. We … [Read more...] about Another Snapdragon 7c Chromebook tablet is in the works
Lenovo’s new Smart Clock 2 is my dream come true
Last week, Lenovo debuted a handful of products leading into the annual MWC event that kicked off today. Among the devices were two new Tiger Lake Chromebooks but that wasn't the only thing Lenovo had up its sleeve. For whatever reason, some of Lenovo's products were held under NDA until the start … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s new Smart Clock 2 is my dream come true
Gaming on Chrome OS in a pre-Borealis world
While we all impatiently wait for official support for Steam via Borealis, let’s talk about how you can start playing Windows games today with Steam Play (Proton) using Crostini (Linux on Chrome OS). The experience isn't the best, but it's frankly better than nothing. This article will assume that … [Read more...] about Gaming on Chrome OS in a pre-Borealis world
Youtube TV is finally rolling out its 4K Plus add-on package – here’s what it includes
After being announced in February, Team Youtube is now rolling out its 4K Plus Youtube TV package. It includes 4K streaming quality, the ability to download shows and movies for offline viewing, and the option for streaming to an unlimited number of screens within your home Wifi. Now, everyone in … [Read more...] about Youtube TV is finally rolling out its 4K Plus add-on package – here’s what it includes
Zoom is releasing a PWA specifically for Chromebooks on the Google Play Store
In the face of the global pandemic, Google has stepped up to the plate and completely transformed its services to better meet the needs of the hybrid 'Anywhere classroom'. More specifically, Google Meet has become the go-to service for video chats across the education and enterprise space - well, … [Read more...] about Zoom is releasing a PWA specifically for Chromebooks on the Google Play Store
Your recently closed Tab Groups in Chrome will soon appear in Tab Search for easy access
Not long ago, Chrome Canary added the ability to pull up your recently closed Tab Groups via the History menu in the browser's settings. It turns out that it's a fine enough makeshift way to 'store' Tab Groups for later in a similar way to that of Toby Tab Manager - at least for now. We're hoping to … [Read more...] about Your recently closed Tab Groups in Chrome will soon appear in Tab Search for easy access
Just in time for Steam on Chromebooks, Xbox Series X controllers will work over Bluetooth
With Borealis, A.K.A. Steam on the horizon for Chromebooks, there will no doubt be many gamers who have Xbox gamepads laying around their house. These controllers are not only used for well, Xbox console, but also for PCs where they are plug and play as opposed to Sony's Dualshock 4 controllers … [Read more...] about Just in time for Steam on Chromebooks, Xbox Series X controllers will work over Bluetooth
Google TV begins prominently advertising Stadia games on your home screen
With the launch of Google Stadia on the Chromecast with Google TV and Android TV, millions of additional users can now consider their home televisions game consoles without having to purchase expensive gaming hardware. I said in my overview of the update that Google could leverage the 80 million … [Read more...] about Google TV begins prominently advertising Stadia games on your home screen
The Chrome Cast 118: Stadia on Google TV, Steam on Chromebooks, and no new Pixelbooks
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin by discussing all the gaming news that is swirling in the Google/Chromebook world this week. From Stadia finally launching on Chromecast with Google TV (and Android TV) to more news on 'Borealis' and Steam games coming to Chrome OS, there was a lot of great … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 118: Stadia on Google TV, Steam on Chromebooks, and no new Pixelbooks
Here’s how to adjust the action on your Chromebook trackpad [VIDEO]
DISCLAIMER: Right off the top I want to make it very clear that anything you do to your Chromebook that involves opening up the chassis will result in a void of your warranty. If you have any issues with your trackpad and don't want to lose your manufacturer's warranty, this process is not for you. … [Read more...] about Here’s how to adjust the action on your Chromebook trackpad [VIDEO]
Borealis, a.k.a. Steam, will live in the Chrome OS settings menu
Yesterday, I spent some time hashing out why I feel that Google will bring Steam to Chrome OS in the very near future. While there's still some work to be done, it now appears that Google is going all-in on the project and this may be a bigger addition to Chrome OS than we ever imagined. This … [Read more...] about Borealis, a.k.a. Steam, will live in the Chrome OS settings menu
