It’s no secret that around here, at least, we think Chrome OS is a fantastic operating system for tons of users. The reasons are simple, too. Chrome OS is fast, light-weight, secure, easy to use, and easy to deploy in large numbers. With background updates, secure boot, and a web-first mentality, Chrome OS is an […]
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MediaTek officially unwraps the new Kompanio 1380 for premium Chromebooks
It has been about three weeks since Acer blindsided the Chrome OS world with an all-new Arm-based Chromebook that’s powered by a previously unannounced MediaTek 1380 SoC. Up unto that point, the only high-end MediaTek SoCs we knew of were the Kompanio 1200 series and the 1300T that MediaTek explicitly stated was designed for Android […]
Continue ReadingChrome OS 97 is rolling out, beginning the new, 4-week update cycle for Chromebooks
Chrome OS 97 is now available and rolling out to a Chromebook near you. Without any massive updates or usability shifts this time around, the arrival of this version of Chrome OS should be smooth and without much issue. There are a few interesting new features tucked away in this update, though, and for the […]
Continue ReadingHow to set alarms, timers, and even a bedtime schedule on your Chromebook
Believe it or not, you can actually use your Chromebook to set alarms, timers, and even to get your bedtime schedule up to snuff in the same way that you would use your Android phone. You’ve probably never heard this before because, at first blush, it sounds both unreasonable and impossible. However, using a smaller […]
Continue ReadingChromebook Calendar widget now shows your upcoming events, adds useful, but hidden icon
Last month, I shared a first look at the new Google Calendar Chromebook Productivity Experiment which adds a glanceable Calendar widget into the quick settings of your device. Upon clicking the date in your system tray, you would be presented with this widget, and could easily see what day of the week a date fell […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 139: Pixel 6 bugs, fixes, and our picks for best Chromebooks of 2021
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the show talking about all things Pixel 6. With a few launch-related bugs, we’ve been really impressed with Google’s continual ownership of the issues and their quickness in fixing things they’ve admitted are actually problems. For past phones, the company has been a bit more hesitant to […]
Continue ReadingBroadcast messages to your Google smart speakers from the comfort of a Chromebook
One of the oft-forgotten abilities of your Google smart speakers is the broadcast feature. Our family uses it all the time, but I tend to forget its usefulness in the office even though we have quite a few speakers littered about. If you’ve never used it before, the idea is simple: say “Hey Google, broadcast…” […]
Continue ReadingFirst Look: Google Calendar Chromebook productivity experiment officially appears
Chromebooks are receiving native Google Calendar integration with the upcoming Calendar Productivity Experiment. As we previously discussed, this will allow you to quickly access a monthly view to glance at what date falls on what day of the month, and so on in order to make you more productive. In the past, I’ve personally had […]
Continue ReadingChromebook Productivity Launcher will give you quick access to recently used files
The new Chromebook Productivity Launcher looks all set to replace the current Peeking launcher that gets called up with the ‘Everything button’ on your Chrome OS devices, and though Google is still just and only testing it in the Canary channel, it seems to be working rapidly toward a public release. As of now, there’s […]
Continue Reading5 exciting features that I predict will eventually come to Chromebooks
Google has come a very long way when it comes to what Chromebooks are capable of. Just the other day, I was stating how the company has subverted many expectations by helping users unlock the full potential of creative activities on Chrome OS with Perks, and the public perception – outside of schools – has […]
Continue ReadingThis Chromebook Training game will help you unlock all the benefits of your new laptop
Google has a training center set up using a learning management system called Exceed – it’s something I used a lot back when I was a Chromebook Expert in big box stores. It allowed me to brush up on the basics, train store employees to better sell Chromebooks with confidence, and crush misconceptions about Google’s […]
Continue ReadingChromebooks are gaining the ability to sense human presence for enhanced user interactions
As time goes by, Chromebook hardware continues getting better. Comparing current hardware perks to Chromebooks from years ago, it’s clear to see that Google fully intends on pushing Chromebooks into new territories from a hardware feature perspective. The HP Chromebook X2 11 I’m typing this on has a screen ratio that would have been incredibly […]
Continue ReadingHere are a few new things from Google Assistant to help with back-to-school season
Because students will be physically attending school for the first time in over a year, it can be difficult and stressful for both parents and their children. Learning new habits, making sure they safely arrive at school, and more – Assistant is here to help. Google is releasing new and exciting features for family smart […]
Continue ReadingChromebooks are receiving native Google Calendar integration directly on the shelf
A few months ago, I created a mock-up showing what a dedicated Calendar widget would look like baked directly into the Chromebook shelf. This would allow users to have quick access to see what date falls on what day of the week, and even potentially see any upcoming events on their agenda. I also alluded […]
Continue ReadingChrome OS Productivity Launcher adds Assistant, drag and drop for apps, and cleans up nicely
Google has been quietly creating and testing what’s known as the Productivity Launcher Experiment on the back end of Chrome OS via the Canary channel, and it’s awesome. When enabled, instead of your Chromebook’s launcher taking up the entire width and height of your screen when opened, the updated look and feel takes up only […]
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