Since its debut in early 2020, the Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook has been among the best Chromebooks you can buy for the money on any given day. With a whole slew of great features for the starting price of $409, this Chromebook has been a great value since the day it hit shelves. For that $409, you … [Read more...] about Act fast to save on our favorite affordable Chromebook: the Lenovo Flex 5
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Chrome OS is finally fixing one of the most annoying things about its desktop experience
One of the primary frustrations I have with Chrome OS as a desktop with multiple displays is that it doesn't truly feel optimized as such. Instead, it's felt for a long time like this 'desktop mode' - extending your experience by docking a Chromebook - has been tacked on. I have many gripes with … [Read more...] about Chrome OS is finally fixing one of the most annoying things about its desktop experience
Apparently we’ll see some leaked images of Google’s Pixel Watch later today
Over on Twitter, Jon Prosser has given us all a bit of a tease about a device many have been pining for in the form of simple tweet. There are no pictures, no videos, and no details just yet, but the tweet clearly says we should expect all of that later today via his YouTube Channel, Front Page … [Read more...] about Apparently we’ll see some leaked images of Google’s Pixel Watch later today
Drive Storage quota disappears from the Chromebook Files app, but likely for good reason
A little known, but extremely useful feature built directly into the Chromebook Files is the ability to access a visual storage quota bar that shows you how much space you are using versus how much space remains available. Upon opening Files and navigating to the Downloads folder or any other local … [Read more...] about Drive Storage quota disappears from the Chromebook Files app, but likely for good reason
Chromebook Files app adds an option to prevent synchronization over mobile data
With the reintroduction of Chromebooks with LTE technology and even Phone Hub's final release with Chrome OS 89, Google is beginning to think more thoroughly about how a mobile network may factor into the operating system and its features. In Chrome OS 91 Canary, I was poking around the other day … [Read more...] about Chromebook Files app adds an option to prevent synchronization over mobile data
On The Run To 200K: Another Big Giveaway [VIDEO]
A little over a year ago we ran the biggest giveaway we’ve ever had here at Chrome Unboxed to begin celebrating The Run to 100K subscribers over on our YouTube Channel For us, that was a huge milestone and an absolute blast to put together, so as we’ve come closer and closer to 200,000 … [Read more...] about On The Run To 200K: Another Big Giveaway [VIDEO]
Google I/O 2021 is going virtual and the internet already uncovered the dates
Last year was a pretty big bummer when it came to Google I/O. At the annual developer event, Google tends to explain a bit about where things are headed from a software direction and it also serves as a jumping off point for a few new pieces of hardware. Suffice it to say, in 2020, none of this … [Read more...] about Google I/O 2021 is going virtual and the internet already uncovered the dates
The new ‘Pixel Buds A’ just leaked in an email that Google sent out
Whoops! Google just sent out a Nest email yesterday that may have accidentally included its new 'Pixel Buds A'. You know, the new earbuds that they're developing with their newly acquired 3D audio company Dysonics? The buds that may have a sweet price thanks to their 'A' branding, and may completely … [Read more...] about The new ‘Pixel Buds A’ just leaked in an email that Google sent out
Save $10 on the Chromecast with Google TV Double Entertainment Package
In an email that began going out last night to those signed up to the Google Store mailing list, Google is offering $10 off when you buy two Chromecast with Google TVs using their 'Double the Entertainment Package'. For the price, this contains two of the company's new Chromecast dongles with Google … [Read more...] about Save $10 on the Chromecast with Google TV Double Entertainment Package
Google begins integrating CloudReady into Chrome OS
After surprising many with the acquisition of Neverware, the developers of CloudReady, Google is now seeking to integrate it directly and officially into Chrome OS, according to a new Chromium Repository discovered by Kevin at About Chromebooks. Since CloudReady has been around for a while by … [Read more...] about Google begins integrating CloudReady into Chrome OS
Google Play Pass now boasts over 800 games and apps for just $5 per month
At launch, Google's Play Pass subscription service already had a lot of value packed in. Even still, It's continued to add in loads of games and apps for just about every type of person's interests, and while it hasn't really appealed to hardcore mobile gamers, which is totally a thing, it's done … [Read more...] about Google Play Pass now boasts over 800 games and apps for just $5 per month
Best Chromebook Deals: April 2021 Edition
It's that time again. We've rounded up the best Chromebook deals from around the web and we're sharing them so you can pinch those pennies and still score a great new piece of hardware. These aren't the only deals to be had but they are the ones that we feel offer the best value and are worth your … [Read more...] about Best Chromebook Deals: April 2021 Edition
