When we were reviewing the handful of newer AMD Chromebooks earlier this year, I noticed some strange benchmark scores and simply chalked them up to benchmarks being benchmarks. After all, if a device feels snappy and gets through my standard workload without breaking much of a sweat, I feel … [Read more...] about AMD Ryzen Chromebooks suffering massive slow-downs when not plugged in
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Chromebook Crosh terminal becomes a system web app with a slick, new icon
The Chrome OS crosh terminal, or Chrome OS shell, is a command shell environment for Google's operating system that most resembles Windows CMD. It allows users to run several commands that directly communicate with the core of the OS. Since it's quite extensive and not generally for the average … [Read more...] about Chromebook Crosh terminal becomes a system web app with a slick, new icon
Chrome 90 should make your video calls a bit smoother
Chrome 90 for desktop began rolling out yesterday and if you missed it, you aren't alone. There aren't a ton of big, new features for end users to get excited about and that is a bit expected with the latest version. With Chrome OS turning 10 as the Chrome 89 upgrade cycle hit last month, tons of … [Read more...] about Chrome 90 should make your video calls a bit smoother
First-time setup checklist cards begin appearing in the Chromebook Explore app
A new 'Get Started' section of the Chromebook Explore app will soon show you a step-by-step Googley checklist of tasks you'll need to complete in order to set up your Chromebook out of the box if you want to get the most out of it. By opening the app and navigating to the 'Overview' section, you'll … [Read more...] about First-time setup checklist cards begin appearing in the Chromebook Explore app
Google’s partnership with ADT begins taking shape with Nest installation services and more
At the end of last year, Google said that it would partner with ADT - the trusted security company with 147 years of industry experience - in order to revamp its security offerings. Now that the Nest Cam IQ has been discontinued, and the Nest Secure has followed right behind it, it's about that time … [Read more...] about Google’s partnership with ADT begins taking shape with Nest installation services and more
Google Play Movies and TV app for several Television brands shutters in favor of Youtube
On June 15, 2021, the Google Play Movies and TV app for Roku, LG, Samsung, and Vizio smart TVs will shut down. In order to access content previously purchased through the app, users will need to navigate to the 'Purchased' section of Youtube instead. I noticed last week that these purchases were … [Read more...] about Google Play Movies and TV app for several Television brands shutters in favor of Youtube
How To Set Up Kid Accounts On Chromecast With Google TV [VIDEO]
The Chromecast with Google TV gets a whole lot right, but there are still a handful of things most users would like to see added to the experience. Probably the most-requested addition would be the ability for multiple users to be able to sign in and swap between their accounts at will. … [Read more...] about How To Set Up Kid Accounts On Chromecast With Google TV [VIDEO]
G Suite for Nonprofits officially gets the Workspace treatment
With over 150,000 nonprofits using Google's G Suite productivity tools every day, the company has deemed it time to bring them into the Workspace fold. Previously, G Suite for Education and Enterprise for Education were rebranded to Google Workspace for Education. Now, G Suite for Nonprofits is … [Read more...] about G Suite for Nonprofits officially gets the Workspace treatment
Upcoming Snapdragon 7c Chromebook tablet ‘Homestar’ gets unique screen and speaker setup
Thanks to a bit of digging around by Kevin Tofel over at About Chromebooks, some new additions have surfaced in the details of an upcoming detachable Chromebook code named 'Homestar'. We've talked a bit about this device in the past, noting at its arrival in the Chromium Repositories that it was in … [Read more...] about Upcoming Snapdragon 7c Chromebook tablet ‘Homestar’ gets unique screen and speaker setup
Google Photos app finally receives redesigned video editor on Chromebooks
About six months ago, Google announced and released a revamped video editor for its Google Photos app on Android and iOS that gave it new life and the same visual style as the previously re-created photo editor. Both are beautiful changes to the app that really take the ease of use and design to the … [Read more...] about Google Photos app finally receives redesigned video editor on Chromebooks
Google Photos on the web can now scan and copy the text from your pics
For many users, Google Photos on the web is the way they view, organize and share their pictures and videos. I'm one of those and when it comes to messing with my photos and videos via Google Photos, I find myself in the web portal more often than not. I like the interface, I like the ease of … [Read more...] about Google Photos on the web can now scan and copy the text from your pics
Chrome and Chrome OS global media controls go topsy-turvy in latest update
When global media controls were introduced to Chrome and Chrome OS, they were an incredible addition to the operating system. No longer would you need to swap between profiles, locate your music app or web app and unminimize it in order to pause it or jump between songs. Instead, Google carved out a … [Read more...] about Chrome and Chrome OS global media controls go topsy-turvy in latest update
