It pains me to have to write this. It really does. However, I feel the need to share the very unfortunate evidence that leads me to the conclusion that Google may not be working on a new Pixelbook after all. With a few hopeful candidates in the queue, an almost-certain blockbuster Google hardware … [Read more...] about Why I’ve lost hope for a new Pixelbook arriving anytime soon
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Steam on Chrome OS is so close I can taste it
It has been well over a year since Google's Director of Product Management, Kan Liu, tipped the news that Google and Valve were working together to bring a native Steam gaming experience to Chrome OS. In that time, a lot of work has been done in preparation for what we believe could see 'Borealis' … [Read more...] about Steam on Chrome OS is so close I can taste it
Google Stadia arrives on Google TV, expanding its reach to millions more
Yesterday, Google officially released its Stadia application for Google TV and Android TV devices. The long-awaited game streaming service could previously be accessed via your Chrome browser, Android, iOS devices, and so on. More importantly, the app has been available on Google's Chromecast Ultra … [Read more...] about Google Stadia arrives on Google TV, expanding its reach to millions more
Some users can celebrate Stadia’s release on Google TV with 50% off of its controllers
Google's new Chromecast with Google TV has become extremely valuable. Not only is it a fantastic replacement for the Chromecast Ultra (provided you purchase the additional Ethernet adapter on the Google Store to ensure your 4K speeds. Now, it's also a game console! The company is sending out emails … [Read more...] about Some users can celebrate Stadia’s release on Google TV with 50% off of its controllers
Google is now looking to Android to fix your Chromebook’s Bluetooth issues
The Bluetooth stack on Chrome OS has been less than stellar for years. Any peripherals you connect can be inconsistent, and sometimes straight up not work at all depending on the device - specifically those sporting Stone Peak wireless cards. A new commit on the Chromium Repository now shows that … [Read more...] about Google is now looking to Android to fix your Chromebook’s Bluetooth issues
We’re getting closer to seeing recent-snapped photos in the Chrome OS Phone Hub
Noticed by Chrome Story, it looks like work is underway for a feature that was debuted at Google I/O back in May of this year. The feature in question is the ability for the Chrome OS to show a user's latest few photos from their camera roll in the Phone Hub UI. We've talked a bit about this new … [Read more...] about We’re getting closer to seeing recent-snapped photos in the Chrome OS Phone Hub
Google Meet becomes safer by default with these new security features
As a part of the Anywhere School 2021 event, Google has announced several updates to its Meet video software that will soon make it more secure. The company continues its relentless barrage of awesome updates for the hybrid classroom that was born and thrived out of the result of the global … [Read more...] about Google Meet becomes safer by default with these new security features
Lenovo debuts 2 Tiger Lake Chromebooks ahead of MWC
When Lenovo sent out invitations to a product briefing for the upcoming MWC event (formerly Mobile World Congress) in Barcelona, I didn't set my expectations very high that we would see any Chrome OS-related news. The annual event set in Barcelona focuses heavily on mobile technology and … [Read more...] about Lenovo debuts 2 Tiger Lake Chromebooks ahead of MWC
Prime Day Roundup: Monitors, Accessories, Upgrades and more
Amazon Prime Day will be wrapping up in just a few hours but there's still time to grab some great Chromebook deals or save big on some office furniture before it's too late. To finish off the day, we've rounded up some of the best Prime Day deals on accessories and upgrades for your Chrome OS … [Read more...] about Prime Day Roundup: Monitors, Accessories, Upgrades and more
Chromebooks for Education are receiving six-digit PIN login with a security chip
Beginning in August, Google is rolling out a six-digit PIN login for Chromebooks in the Education space. Today, during the company's 'The Anywhere School 2021', several updates were announced that will assist students, educators, and admins in improving their hybrid classrooms. Instead of having … [Read more...] about Chromebooks for Education are receiving six-digit PIN login with a security chip
I canceled my Stadia Pro subscription and now I play Stadia more than ever
Today, I'm going to say something that I imagine will be seen as fairly controversial among Stadia fans. Last month, I went ahead and canceled my Stadia Pro subscription, but not because I no longer believe in Google's cloud gaming service. Instead, I did so as yet another one of my experiments. We … [Read more...] about I canceled my Stadia Pro subscription and now I play Stadia more than ever
Prime Day: Score the Chromebook-compatible One by Wacom for $39.95 ($20 off)
At the beginning of the year, Wacom took the wraps off of the first-ever graphics drawing tablet to carry the Works with Chromebook branding. The One by Wacom would open the gates for more graphics tablets from Wacom as well as other well-known makers like XP Pen and there are a growing number of … [Read more...] about Prime Day: Score the Chromebook-compatible One by Wacom for $39.95 ($20 off)
