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]
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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
Chrome OS receiving a status page for virtual machines like Parallels Desktop
Parallels Desktop is a fantastic new-ish partnership that brings specific Windows applications to Chromebooks and Chromeboxes via a virtual machine environment. It's currently only meant for Enterprise devices, and not really for the average consumer. With over 75% of companies exploring the … [Read more...] about Chrome OS receiving a status page for virtual machines like Parallels Desktop
Virtual Desks on a Chromebook feel incomplete without this one important feature
I've raved quite a bit about the Virtual Desks feature on Chromebooks. I use them every day and even gave you my tips and tricks for the best way to set them up and name them. However, after spending more time with them, I came to a sad realization - they're useless if I need to reach up to the top … [Read more...] about Virtual Desks on a Chromebook feel incomplete without this one important feature
Chrome Cart update turns your new tab page into a central location for all your online shopping
When the new year came around, I discovered something called Chrome Cart - a new tab page module in the Chrome browser that would let you pick up where you left off while shopping online and decrease cart abandonment rates for eCommerce. Little did I know at the time that this new feature was not … [Read more...] about Chrome Cart update turns your new tab page into a central location for all your online shopping
The Chrome Cast 107: Pixel Watch, Pixel Phone and Google I/O returns
This week on The Chrome Cast, our entire show revolves around Google hardware. From the leaks of the Pixel Watch to the interesting saga of the Pixel 5a to the Pixel 6 and it's Google-made silicon, this week we're all-in on upcoming stuff that is made by Google. In addition to talking through … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 107: Pixel Watch, Pixel Phone and Google I/O returns
Chromebook Perks: Save $20 on the Logitech F710 and get 1 free month of Artboard Studio
The Chromebook Perks page was quietly updated recently to include several new Perks for new and existing Chromebook owners. Among them was a two-month free trial of the popular DocuSign service, and before that, an online digital audio workstation called Amped Studio. Now, the page was updated yet … [Read more...] about Chromebook Perks: Save $20 on the Logitech F710 and get 1 free month of Artboard Studio
The Google Shopping app is being shut down, but here’s why it doesn’t matter
In the latest Google Shopping app update, XDA has discovered a string of code that points to the Android app preparing to 'sunset' or shut down for good. Version 59 now has a built-in Googley graphic that says 'Something went wrong', and directs the user to continue by navigating to Shopping on the … [Read more...] about The Google Shopping app is being shut down, but here’s why it doesn’t matter
