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
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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]
Icon surfaces for upcoming Chrome OS screen mirroring tool ‘Eche’
Last week, 9to5Google's Kyle Bradshaw unearthed a new feature in the works that could eventually allow users to mirror your phone's display to your Chromebook. In digging a little deeper, it appears that 'eche' will open a new window for interacting with notifications from the new Phone Hub … [Read more...] about Icon surfaces for upcoming Chrome OS screen mirroring tool ‘Eche’
Snapdragon 7c Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ shows fast scores in Geekbench results
There's no denying my excitement for 'Coachz' at this point. I've always dreamed about a great, portable Chrome OS tablet and though my hopes were dashed pretty hard with the Pixel Slate that was too big as a tablet and too wonky as a Chromebook replacement, my interest in the form factor was … [Read more...] about Snapdragon 7c Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ shows fast scores in Geekbench results
Your Chromebook Wallpapers find a new home in the Settings app
After spending years as a separate icon, your Chromebook's wallpapers will soon be housed in the Settings app instead, or perhaps in addition to. In Chrome Canary, you can now enable the new wallpaper experience flag and then reboot. Once you're back up and running, just head over to the Settings … [Read more...] about Your Chromebook Wallpapers find a new home in the Settings app
