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
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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
HP refreshes its premium Chromebook x360 with 11th Gen Intel Tiger Lake CPUs
We have been tracking a handful of 11th Generation Intel Chromebooks but up to this point, ASUS has been the only company to make an official announcement of a Tiger Lake device with those highly-anticipated Xe graphics. That changed earlier today and thanks to HP, we may get our hands on a Tiger … [Read more...] about HP refreshes its premium Chromebook x360 with 11th Gen Intel Tiger Lake CPUs
Pixel Watch renders show a gorgeous wearable with clean, elegant software
Yesterday, we had quite a bit of traffic around the early tease of an upcoming leak of the Pixel Watch. Jon Prosser - a noted tech leaker - teased some Pixel Watch photos over on Twitter and we were waiting all day yesterday to actually see these images arrive. In the afternoon, Jon showed a quick … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch renders show a gorgeous wearable with clean, elegant software
Google’s Pixel 5a is officially cancelled [UPDATE – not completely cancelled]
UPDATE: 4.9.2021 @ 2:20PM - It turns out this leak and the confirmation weren't completely true. They weren't exactly wrong as the Pixel 5a has been cancelled for nearly all markets, but they weren't totally accurate in the fact that the phone is still slated for release in the US and Japan. Thanks … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 5a is officially cancelled [UPDATE – not completely cancelled]
Grab the new eco-friendly Nest Thermostat for just $99 to celebrate Earth Day
The new Nest Thermostat is a budget-friendly device that takes almost everything great about the previous generations of the device and combines them into one package for the average consumer. It's a fantastic way to get your foot in the door if you're new to smart home technology and want to … [Read more...] about Grab the new eco-friendly Nest Thermostat for just $99 to celebrate Earth Day
Google is finally working on a shortcut customization app for your Chromebook
I've heard so many people complain about the 'Everything button' not being a caps lock key by default or that they don't particularly enjoy the way Google has recently stripped the Alt key of its power, and yet, for years, we've had little capability to customize the way the Chrome OS keyboard … [Read more...] about Google is finally working on a shortcut customization app for your Chromebook
Act fast to save on our favorite affordable Chromebook: the Lenovo Flex 5
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
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
