A new 'Feedback' app first written about by Dinsan over at Chrome Story recently made an appearance on Chrome OS Canary. We noticed it weeks ago, but until now, clicking its icon in the launcher simply launched a window that said 'Hello world'. Now, opening it reveals a new interface where users can … [Read more...] about New feedback app for Chromebooks lets you submit your suggestions for consideration
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More information on cross-device wallpaper synchronization for Chromebooks emerges
A few months ago, we noticed that our custom wallpapers were syncing across devices - wallpapers that were not a part of the Chrome OS wallpaper app by default were applied automagically from one Chromebook to another without our intervention. Now, a new commit on the Chromium Repositories now sheds … [Read more...] about More information on cross-device wallpaper synchronization for Chromebooks emerges
Yes, Apple’s Facetime for the Web works just fine on a Chromebook
This isn't a shameless plug: our Patreon community is a really, really cool place (there's a link down below if you are interested). Yesterday, one of our most active members reached out (thanks, TK!) to ask if we'd like to see Facetime on the web in action. Through a string of circumstances, he … [Read more...] about Yes, Apple’s Facetime for the Web works just fine on a Chromebook
Google Meet is adding a ‘Companion Mode’ to help with hybrid work meeting equity
At Google's I/O conference this year, the company previewed something called 'Companion Mode' for Google Meet. It's billed as a way to help level out access to collaborative tools in a hybrid work environment. Basically, it was created to connect everyone in a remote team while giving them access to … [Read more...] about Google Meet is adding a ‘Companion Mode’ to help with hybrid work meeting equity
Google Meet turns on noise cancellation for more users by default to reduce distractions
Google hopes to help limit distractions in video calls via Google Meet by enabling noise reduction by default for all users. Things like background typing, doors closing, nearby construction sites, and even noisy family members in the next room shouldn't ruin your meeting, right? Previously, it was … [Read more...] about Google Meet turns on noise cancellation for more users by default to reduce distractions
Score this refurbished Acer Chromebook Spin 713 w/2-year warranty for $423
If you're looking for a really good deal on a premium Chromebook, you may want to consider taking a trip over to eBay. While the massive online mall can oftentimes feel a bit daunting and some sellers are questionable, getting a Certified refurbished laptop from eBay actually carries with it some … [Read more...] about Score this refurbished Acer Chromebook Spin 713 w/2-year warranty for $423
Chrome may receive a ‘What’s New’ page detailing release notes just like Chrome OS
In the Explore app on Chromebooks, a What's New section details changes to the operating system for users to keep up to date on new features and additions to their daily workflow. This previously only existed in the Settings page and before that, not at all. Over the years as a Chromebook Expert … [Read more...] about Chrome may receive a ‘What’s New’ page detailing release notes just like Chrome OS
The upcoming Google Pixel 6 could launch with a fanned wireless Pixel Stand
I've been aboard the OnePlus train for a few years now but I can honestly say, I am truly excited to see what Google has in store for the highly-leaked Pixel 6 that should arrive later this year. Just the design alone has me salivating but I'm equally as anxious to see how Google's new Whitechapel … [Read more...] about The upcoming Google Pixel 6 could launch with a fanned wireless Pixel Stand
Snapping windows on a Chromebook is about to get a lot better on vertical screens
I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that many of you don't use external monitors in a vertical layout. If you use an external display at all, odds are you keep it in the standard landscape orientation, and that's perfectly fine. What I'd recon as well is the fact that many of you would … [Read more...] about Snapping windows on a Chromebook is about to get a lot better on vertical screens
[Video] Here’s what Google’s new productivity launcher could look like when it’s finished
Last week, we discussed Google's new and exciting Productivity launcher which is being tested internally. It no longer takes up the full screen, and while it looks to be inspired by the current, modern design of the peeking launcher, it's as compact as the original launcher that Chrome OS shipped … [Read more...] about [Video] Here’s what Google’s new productivity launcher could look like when it’s finished
[U: Video] Here’s what Chrome OS would look like with Assistant Snapshot or a calendar tool
Update 6/15/21: Check out our video on what Material You might look like on Chromebooks below! Google recently spoke openly about wanting to further integrate its Assistant into Chrome OS in a more meaningful way, but we still don't exactly know what that means. It's only been just over a … [Read more...] about [U: Video] Here’s what Chrome OS would look like with Assistant Snapshot or a calendar tool
[U: Video] Here’s what Google’s new ‘Material You’ design could look like on Chromebooks
Update 6/15/21: Check out our video for what Material You might look like on Chromebooks below! Ever since Google announced its Material You design principles at this year's I/O conference a few weeks ago and since the company hinted that the new, custom styling based on your personal … [Read more...] about [U: Video] Here’s what Google’s new ‘Material You’ design could look like on Chromebooks
