Well, this is an interesting development - Google's 'secret operating system' that's not exactly a secret has appeared as the OS installed on a Google Home Hub via a qualification listing on Bluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group) first spotted by Kyle Bradshaw of 9to5Google. Though it was opened up … [Read more...] about Fuchsia spotted running on Google Home Hub via Bluetooth qualification listing
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May Chromebook Deals: $150 of the Pixelbook Go and more
New month, new Chromebook deals. This week, we've dug up some major savings on some of the most premium Chrome OS devices on the market and some great deals on some budget-friendly devices as well. We'll run through the devices relatively quickly as not to waste too much of your time but I'll link … [Read more...] about May Chromebook Deals: $150 of the Pixelbook Go and more
Chrome OS 90 is still missing for a very important group of Chromebooks
If you own a Chromebook from a particular group of devices, you may be wondering exactly where the update to Chrome OS 90 is right now. At nearly 2 weeks in, M90 is still MIA for a very specific group of Chromebooks and, unfortunately, that group includes big-name, flagship devices like the Acer … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 90 is still missing for a very important group of Chromebooks
Google Docs will now show edit history and contributors when you highlight text
Starting right now, Google Docs will begin showing you recent edits made to a document, and more importantly, to a specific range of text when you highlight and right-click. If you want to use the menu system above the document, you can highlight some text and then choose 'Show Editors' from the … [Read more...] about Google Docs will now show edit history and contributors when you highlight text
Google I/O 2021 sessions every Chromebook fan will want to watch
Google I/O is swiftly approaching and in just two weeks from now, the event will be kicking off with a few keynotes, some hardware announcements, and some great sessions that will hopefully inform us all a bit about what Google is planning for the next 12 months or so from a software standpoint. … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2021 sessions every Chromebook fan will want to watch
How to navigate the new Google Play Store menu redesign on your Chromebook
Google recently redesigned the way you navigate the Play Store menu system, and we've heard from several of our readers that they're ending up a bit confused with the changes. Previously, it featured a left-hand three-line "hamburger menu" that housed your entire library of apps and games, a list of … [Read more...] about How to navigate the new Google Play Store menu redesign on your Chromebook
Save $50 on Google’s 2nd generation Pixel Buds for a limited time
With Google's next-generation 'Pixel Buds A' releasing in the near future, Google may be looking to rid itself of stock for its existing devices. Right now, you can save $50 on the Clearly White, Quite Mint, or Almost Black color Pixel Buds over at the Google Store, Best Buy, or B&H Photo Video. … [Read more...] about Save $50 on Google’s 2nd generation Pixel Buds for a limited time
Acer Chromebook Spin 513 Review: The Snapdragon arrival [VIDEO]
Well, we finally made it. We can finally say we have a Snapdragon-powered Chromebook that is available for purchase and I’m very, very glad for that. There were so many unknowns for the Snapdragon 7c in Chromebooks and we’ve been anxiously waiting for over 3 years to answer a bevy of … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Spin 513 Review: The Snapdragon arrival [VIDEO]
The Chrome Cast 110: Google teases new hardware for I/O 2021
This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend the first part of the show discussing the new Chromebook hardware that is in the office and on the way. From ASUS, there is the new pre-order of the CM5, the impending CM3 Detachable, and the CX5 we have in the office and unboxed earlier this week. On the … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 110: Google teases new hardware for I/O 2021
Roku is removing Youtube TV from its devices after heated negotiations collapse
After what we presume to have been a heated private exchange between Roku and Google where the former company sent out an abrasive email to its users accusing Google of monopolistic and manipulative tactics, negotiations to provide Youtube TV on its devices seem to have collapsed even further. This … [Read more...] about Roku is removing Youtube TV from its devices after heated negotiations collapse
5 ways that the Chromecast with Google TV can improve kids profiles
When Google announced that it was adding kids profiles to its Chromecast with Google TV, I was pretty excited. The ability to give kids a safe environment to explore age-appropriate content from kid-friendly apps and customize their wallpaper sounded like a dream. Since its launch though, my … [Read more...] about 5 ways that the Chromecast with Google TV can improve kids profiles
Google confirms new Google Assistant product announcements coming at I/O 2021
Thanks to a post yesterday over at the official Google Developers Blog, we can feel quite certain that at least some of the 'significant product updates and announcements' Sundar Pichai referenced in the earnings call earlier this week will be Google Assistant and smart home related and will happen … [Read more...] about Google confirms new Google Assistant product announcements coming at I/O 2021
