Update 2/19/21: Rich text editing will be available for Classroom Stream Posts, not Classroom assignments. I've updated the article to reflect this. Thanks Tom Mullaney! During the Learning with Google Livestream Event, which you can watch below, Google revealed a torrent of improvements to its … [Read more...] about [U] Google Classroom plans to further transform distanced learning with its 2021 feature roadmap
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Google changes Chrome omnibox custom search keywords behavior – then changes it back
For those not familiar, Google Chrome gives users the ability to add custom search engines based on keywords. For example, in my daily work I have to perform many searches - be it to search for an employee on the company Intranet or to search the ticketing system for an existing service request - … [Read more...] about Google changes Chrome omnibox custom search keywords behavior – then changes it back
The 10th Gen Core i3 HP Chromebook x360 14c is back to $449
In the mid-range category, two Chromebooks dominate the space. To clarify, we consider devices between $300 and $649 when we're talking about "mid-range." The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is the clear winner in that segment and rightfully so. It offers a 10th gen Core i5 with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of … [Read more...] about The 10th Gen Core i3 HP Chromebook x360 14c is back to $449
Google accidentally unveils Snapdragon LTE-ready Chromebook ‘Limozeen’ a little early
At the 'Learning With Google' event that happened a few days ago, there was a ton of new information given about the work happening behind the scenes regarding Google services for the education sector. Michael covered arguably the largest changes happening for both teachers and students in the … [Read more...] about Google accidentally unveils Snapdragon LTE-ready Chromebook ‘Limozeen’ a little early
Google Meet is adding new safety and engagement features to support distanced learning
In an effort to further support at distance learning and as a direct response to the increased usage of Google Meet, Google has added several new safety and engagement features to the software which should help teachers manage their interactions easier. The official blog post features a trove of … [Read more...] about Google Meet is adding new safety and engagement features to support distanced learning
Acer’s Ryzen 3 Chromebook Spin 514 pops ups at Best Buy and MEH
The latest Chromebooks powered by AMD's Ryzen C-series APUs offer up capable alternatives to Intel-powered devices and who doesn't love options. That said, our initial hands-on with a couple of Ryzen 5 Chromebooks give us the indication that Intel's Comet Lake CPUs are still the king of the hill … [Read more...] about Acer’s Ryzen 3 Chromebook Spin 514 pops ups at Best Buy and MEH
Youtube Kids releasing new parental controls this year, expands to more countries
Having launched in 2015, Youtube Kids sought to create a safer environment for kids and families to explore and engage in video content. It gave parents the tools they needed to protect their children by blocking videos and reporting content that was suspicious or vulgar. It also gave the ability to … [Read more...] about Youtube Kids releasing new parental controls this year, expands to more countries
The upgraded Lenovo Flex 5 is putting serious pressure on Samsung’s new Galaxy Chromebook 2
Just this week, Lenovo rolled out an upgraded version of their very popular Flex 5 Chromebook that brings a fix to most of the lacking parts of the original's experience. You see, despite the low MSRP of $409 right off the bat, we've always wished there could be a slightly upgraded version of the … [Read more...] about The upgraded Lenovo Flex 5 is putting serious pressure on Samsung’s new Galaxy Chromebook 2
First Look: redesigned out of the box setup for Chrome OS could hint at phones and foldables
Every so often, the Chrome OS team takes the time to give the new device setup experience a fresh coat of paint. Giving new graphics and a more user-friendly "out of the box experience", or OOBE as we call it, allows them to increase the adoption rate for Chromebooks a bit by making them … [Read more...] about First Look: redesigned out of the box setup for Chrome OS could hint at phones and foldables
Enterprise and G Suite for Education are dead. Long live Google Workspace for Education
It's no surprise that Google has been doing its best to rid itself of the "G Suite" branding in favor of the new and improved Workspace branding. Unfortunately, they've needed to bridge that gap using a gradual approach. There are currently several versions of Workspace that are still housed under … [Read more...] about Enterprise and G Suite for Education are dead. Long live Google Workspace for Education
Youtube TV is adding 4K streaming, additional screens, and more for a cost
In a blog post this morning, Youtube announced their plans to expand the features offered by Youtube TV via a new "add-on option" which will add 4K streaming, offline watching, and even unlimited concurrent streams within your home so that everyone in the family can watch simultaneously on different … [Read more...] about Youtube TV is adding 4K streaming, additional screens, and more for a cost
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 gets unboxed…by Samsung [VIDEO]
In general, I really feel like an unboxing done by the company that designed, built and markets a particular device is a bit on the strange side, but can still be useful. This is absolutely the case with the latest video published by Samsung for the upcoming Galaxy Chromebook 2. This is an … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 gets unboxed…by Samsung [VIDEO]
