Chrome OS 89 rolled out a few weeks ago with a treasure trove of new features that focus heavily on productivity. One of those features is designed to give users quick access to downloaded files and screenshots. Once known as "holding space," "Tote" is a simple but powerful addition to the Chrome OS … [Read more...] about Chrome OS is fixing my biggest gripe about the “Tote” holding space
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The Current State of USI Pens on Chromebooks [VIDEO]
About 6 months ago, we made a video about USI pens and Chromebooks. Back then, the focus was really all about just getting our hands on one of these hard-to-get pens and putting it to the test on a Chromebook that had support for the standard. At that time, plenty of Chromebooks had arrived … [Read more...] about The Current State of USI Pens on Chromebooks [VIDEO]
Google Meet unlimited video calls for regular Gmail users being extended again
Google Workspace just tweeted out that standard Gmail account users would be given a bit more time to take advantage of Meet's 24-hour 'unlimited' video calls. This is fantastic news and probably spawns out of the fact that many people are still facing lockdowns and difficulties connecting with one … [Read more...] about Google Meet unlimited video calls for regular Gmail users being extended again
Google’s Chromebook launcher is long overdue for some vital changes – here’s our wishlist
If you clicked on this article, then you probably already know what I'm going to say within - the Chromebook launcher is long overdue for an overhaul, and there are several things that it's needed for quite some time now. However, for one reason or another, Google has not shown it any love even … [Read more...] about Google’s Chromebook launcher is long overdue for some vital changes – here’s our wishlist
How to uninstall Linux apps from your Chromebook
Linux on Chrome OS has come a long way since we first discovered the project that would bring containers to Chromebooks nearly four years ago. In that time, Google has brought a stable method to deliver a plethora of Linux applications to the Chrome operating system without the need for hacky … [Read more...] about How to uninstall Linux apps from your Chromebook
A new Chromebook with the Google Pixel lightbar is in the works
It's no secret that many fans of Google's own in-house Chromebooks want a return to Chrome OS hardware from the maker of the OS. Though not always massive consumer hits, the Google-made Chromebooks over the years have held up well as reference devices that others tried to aim for. From the early … [Read more...] about A new Chromebook with the Google Pixel lightbar is in the works
Google Maps to define the next generation of navigation with over 100 AI-powered features
Google Maps has some pretty stiff competition as of late with apps like HERE, but in light of that, the development team has truly gone the extra mile and been forward-thinking in its innovations as of late in order to define the next generation of navigation technology. In a blog post today, the … [Read more...] about Google Maps to define the next generation of navigation with over 100 AI-powered features
Chrome web apps will soon look cleaner by showing their name instead of their source
While turning any website into an icon in order to get the most out of your Chromebook, you may realize that the top bar of a web app briefly shows the URL so that you can identify its source easily. This is done because creating a shortcut out of a website eliminates its toolbar, Omnibox, and tab … [Read more...] about Chrome web apps will soon look cleaner by showing their name instead of their source
Why I predict Chrome and Chrome OS will split with the roll out of version 94
We've been hearing more and more about LaCrOS in the past few weeks, and I think there's a reason for that. You see, LaCrOS (Linux and Chrome OS, or a Linux version of Chrome running in Chrome OS) has been in the works for quite some time and even though we don't have complete confirmation on what … [Read more...] about Why I predict Chrome and Chrome OS will split with the roll out of version 94
Grab this premium-ish convertible Chromebook for $329 ($200 off)
On a budget but looking for a device that could pass a premium? (Well, at a glance). This isn't the latest or by any means the greatest Chromebook on the market but a steep, $200 discount could very well make this a deal worth checking out. The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 was an odd entrant into the … [Read more...] about Grab this premium-ish convertible Chromebook for $329 ($200 off)
Google Discover starts showing users old news, but there may be a good explanation
Do you remember that time you were scrolling through your Youtube feed and came upon something that was uploaded six to ten years prior? You may have said to yourself (or even commented) something to the effect of "Go home, Youtube, you're drunk!" or "Why is Youtube recommending this to me all this … [Read more...] about Google Discover starts showing users old news, but there may be a good explanation
A new Google Nest Cam may have just made an appearance at the FCC
Things seem to be moving along rather quickly for the new Nest Camera. It was only in January when the Nest Cam IQ Outdoor was discontinued and Google stated that it had plans to partner with ADT in order to release a new lineup of devices for the masses. Last night, a new FCC filing for a device … [Read more...] about A new Google Nest Cam may have just made an appearance at the FCC
