Chromebooks have been running apps using the Android 9 (ARC++ or Android Runtime Container) framework for years now, and after skipping Android 10, Google has now listed 117 specific Chromebooks which will receive an upgrade to Android 11. The newest update will allow for apps to run more smoothly … [Read more...] about Over 100 Chromebook models to receive Android 11 upgrade for a better app experience
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A comprehensive guide for making Windows 10 feel more like your Chromebook
For some, Chrome OS is not only their OS of choice, it's their only OS. For others, like myself, using Windows or macOS is an unavoidable part of our jobs. Despite how much I love my Chromebook, I can't use it to do full-scale game development, mostly due to it not being realistic or reasonable to … [Read more...] about A comprehensive guide for making Windows 10 feel more like your Chromebook
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is already $100 off
The verdict is in on Samsung's latest flagship Chromebook and while we had high hopes for the new Galaxy Chromebook 2, it's fair to say that it is a bit of a letdown. That's not to say that the Galaxy 2 isn't a beautiful Chromebook or that it isn't worth considering. We were just hoping, at $699, it … [Read more...] about The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is already $100 off
ASUS CM3 and Lenovo Duet detachable keyboards shown side-by-side in video
Thanks to a quick video over on the ChromeOS Reddit, we're getting a sneak peek of the new ASUS CM3 Detachable Chromebook keyboard not only by itself, but sat directly next to it's primary competition in the Lenovo Chromebook Duet. This particular video is of the models in meant for the Asian … [Read more...] about ASUS CM3 and Lenovo Duet detachable keyboards shown side-by-side in video
Google Wifi finds a new Home as app sunsets in June – here’s how to migrate your network
We've known for some time now that the Google Wifi app's time was short. Last year, the company made mention that it had intentions to shift all of its features over to the Google Home application, and while pretty much all that process is nearly complete, the standalone Wifi app continued to exist … [Read more...] about Google Wifi finds a new Home as app sunsets in June – here’s how to migrate your network
The Chrome Cast 106: Google Pixel lightbars, Pixel Buds and an ultimate desk setup
This week on the Chrome Cast, we open the show with a more in-depth discussion over the recently-released Ultimate Desk Setup video. We go into a bit more detail about all the items in the video, why we chose them, and why this desk setup took so long to finally pull off. All told, the desk itself … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 106: Google Pixel lightbars, Pixel Buds and an ultimate desk setup
Yes, Google silicon is coming to the Pixel 6 phones and likely more
It's been basically a year since the initial report made its way around the internet that Google was working with Samsung to build out it's own, in-house silicon for both Pixel phones and Chromebooks. We've talked at length about why this is a good idea and how it can really benefit Google's … [Read more...] about Yes, Google silicon is coming to the Pixel 6 phones and likely more
My Ultimate Chrome OS desk setup [Video]
A couple of years back, Robby did a really cool video on setting up a clean, minimalist Chrome OS desk but I wanted to do something a little different for my desk setup. So, I headed over to the other end of the spectrum and assembled my version of the Ultimate Chrome OS desk setup. While this setup … [Read more...] about My Ultimate Chrome OS desk setup [Video]
Google Forms to autosave response progress across devices because it just makes sense
In order to prevent users from needing to start over from scratch while filling out a Google Form should they not have the time allotted to finish it all at once, Google is now implementing autosave for form response progress. This way, you can come back later and wrap things up before submitting … [Read more...] about Google Forms to autosave response progress across devices because it just makes sense
An upgraded video player is coming to Chromebooks and it looks sweet
The Media App for Chromebooks has been undergoing a reconstruction for quite some time now. Dating all the way back to December of 2019, the new Media App has taken its time in gaining new, useful features, and this latest addition looks to be bringing a much-needed improvement to the way your … [Read more...] about An upgraded video player is coming to Chromebooks and it looks sweet
Stack by Area 120 likely hints at the organized AI future of Google Drive’s document scanning
Can I just say this upfront? Google's in-house incubator - Area 120 - is absolutely genius. Everything they come up with makes me think "Yep, I totally thought of that or should have, and now they brought it to life". From our dearly beloved Rivet - the children's reading app, which was absorbed … [Read more...] about Stack by Area 120 likely hints at the organized AI future of Google Drive’s document scanning
Grab this Chrome OS desktop bundle for $199($70 off)
We've talked a lot lately about the Chrome OS mini PC, better known as the Chromebox. The small, affordable devices are perfect for your home office, dorm room, workstations, and any other place you might need a stationary PC. There's a lot to love about these tiny Chrome OS PCs. Not only are they … [Read more...] about Grab this Chrome OS desktop bundle for $199($70 off)
