The Chromebook Files app has become quite powerful and feature-filled over the past few years. Not only has it gained the ability to display Linux files for those with Crostini enabled, and received new trash can and camera folders, it's also become capable of saving files for offline use on an … [Read more...] about How to change the default app for opening different file types on your Chromebook
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Deal Alert: Grab the original Google Nest Hub for $69 ($20 off)
Google's latest smart display offers up some substantial upgrades over its predecessor, the original Nest Hub. I reviewed the Nest Hub Gen 2 a couple of weeks ago and all in all the sleep tracking works rather well despite being somewhat minimalistic. Even if you aren't into Google "watching" you … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Grab the original Google Nest Hub for $69 ($20 off)
How to hide Tote previews on your Chromebook to reclaim shelf space
After tracking the new holding space feature for so long, it was finally released as 'Tote' on Chrome OS 89. The tool allows you to quickly access screenshots, downloads, and pinned files or folders directly from your shelf. Tote adds a preview bubble for up to three of your latest additions, and … [Read more...] about How to hide Tote previews on your Chromebook to reclaim shelf space
If you are still looking for the Chrome OS 90 update, you aren’t alone
From time to time, this happens. A Chrome OS update is announced, starts showing up for users, and then we begin realizing that a large swath of Chromebooks aren't yet getting the promised update. Scheduled for Tuesday this week, Chrome OS 90 arrived with some cool new features that we've been … [Read more...] about If you are still looking for the Chrome OS 90 update, you aren’t alone
Chrome gains an ‘Offers’ button so you can save money at checkout without an extension
During my week-long experiment where I migrated my life and workflow into Windows 10 and the Edge browser in order to see how a Chromebook user could make the most of Microsoft's operating system if they had, I encountered a pretty sweet feature that I hadn't expected to. Edge was sporting something … [Read more...] about Chrome gains an ‘Offers’ button so you can save money at checkout without an extension
Google is about to really confuse buyers by putting the Pixel 5 processor in the Pixel 5a
I have no idea what Google is thinking right now. 9to5 Google has uncovered some pretty substantial evidence pointing to the reality that Google may very well ship the Pixel 5a with the exact same internal SoC as the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G. The Snapdragon 765G those phones possess is fine for … [Read more...] about Google is about to really confuse buyers by putting the Pixel 5 processor in the Pixel 5a
Google Fi announces a new “Simply Unlimited” plan for groups and families
I've been using Google Fi since its launch, and I have to say that overall, I've been pretty happy with my service. Most of all, I love seeing all information related to my phone plan - billing, voicemail, etc. - all in one place through the Fi app. By far my favorite aspect of the service is Bill … [Read more...] about Google Fi announces a new “Simply Unlimited” plan for groups and families
Google’s Nearby Share will soon let users share to multiple devices at once
It wasn't that long ago that we had an exciting development in the Nearby Share experience for Chromebooks, allowing users to finally be able to not only start using Nearby Share in the Beta and Dev Channels of Chrome OS (it is still not in the Stable Channel), but also begin flipping the switch to … [Read more...] about Google’s Nearby Share will soon let users share to multiple devices at once
LaCrOS could completely upend Chromebook account switching as we know it
Lacros is Google's new browser for Chromebooks that is set to become the primary method for browsing the web on Chrome OS. It will likely be directly responsible for extending the life of your device, and with all of the excitement surrounding it, I decided to see how it fit into my workflow in its … [Read more...] about LaCrOS could completely upend Chromebook account switching as we know it
Your Chromebook launcher can now give you quick answers and save you from opening tabs
Yesterday, we briefly discussed all of the fantastic changes Google has made in Chrome OS 90 including the new diagnostics and scanning apps, and live caption. This morning, I wanted to give some laser focus to the new enhancements that have been baked directly into your Chromebook's launcher. By … [Read more...] about Your Chromebook launcher can now give you quick answers and save you from opening tabs
Chrome OS 90 arrives with Everything Button 2.0, Scan Tools, Diagnostics and more
Just a day behind schedule, Google has announced the release of Chrome OS 90 and according to the update server, a good majority of Chromebooks should be ready to download the update. Over the next few days, we'll be tearing apart the update to bring you any unannounced features that may be hiding … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 90 arrives with Everything Button 2.0, Scan Tools, Diagnostics and more
The world’s first Tiger Lake Chromebook is now available for $569
Just yesterday, I was trying to convince myself that I didn't need to buy the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook even though I could pick one up for only $480. For the record, I did not pull the trigger and the main factor in that decision was the fact that 11th Gen Intel Chromebooks are just over the … [Read more...] about The world’s first Tiger Lake Chromebook is now available for $569
