Virtual Desks have been what we would consider a complete feature for Chromebooks for nearly a year at this point. By complete, I simply mean the feature works as intended and delivers a solid productivity boost to users who choose to leverage it. There are no broken pieces with the existing … [Read more...] about Take a look at these new additions to Virtual Desks on Chromebooks [VIDEO]
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Create custom shortcuts in Chrome for any website
Shortcuts are the best thing ever when it comes to creating your own personalized workflow that increases productivity. Whether it's keyboard shortcuts, trackpad gestures, or what have you, every user has their own way of navigating their PCs, and doing so in the Chrome browser is no exception. … [Read more...] about Create custom shortcuts in Chrome for any website
The next Nest Hub could have gesture controls, according to a new mystery device’s FCC filing
A new FCC filing for a Google-made device has just appeared to kick off our excitement for what the company may be planning for 2021. The device in question could possibly be a new Nest Hub with Google's Project Soli chip integrated. Project Soli started out in the Pixel 4 phone and was used to … [Read more...] about The next Nest Hub could have gesture controls, according to a new mystery device’s FCC filing
MediaTek’s rise to #1 in the ARM silicon race is good news for Chromebooks
In a turn of events that I would have never expected, it looks like MediaTek has pulled ahead of Qualcomm to become the #1 ARM chip maker in the world according to a report by Counterpoint Research. With a reported total of more than 100 million smartphones sold with MediaTek silicon in just the … [Read more...] about MediaTek’s rise to #1 in the ARM silicon race is good news for Chromebooks
5 ways Google Collections can improve and how it could replace Pinterest
I recently published an article that discussed what Google's Collections feature is and how you can use it to inspire your 2021 goals. Today, we're going to round off the trifecta of articles I had originally planned around this topic by taking a deep dive into how the service can improve and how it … [Read more...] about 5 ways Google Collections can improve and how it could replace Pinterest
Price Drop: Score the HP Chromebook x360 14c for $449 ($180 off)
New year, new Chromebook deals and as we predicted, mid-range devices are stealing the show. We've seen some solid deals on Chromebooks like the Acer Spin 713, Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5, and others with the most consistent savings coming from the HP Chromebook x360 14c. At the peak of Black Friday … [Read more...] about Price Drop: Score the HP Chromebook x360 14c for $449 ($180 off)
The one port 2020 taught me to fall in love with again on a Chromebook
As time has gone on, Chromebooks have been moving towards a leaner, sleeker look and feel in the mid-range and high-end. Thinner devices mean less room for an assortment of ports and devices like the original Pixelbook paved the way for the ultra-refined port selection on current Chromebooks. … [Read more...] about The one port 2020 taught me to fall in love with again on a Chromebook
How business owners and teachers can enable Google Play on store-bought Chromebooks
During my time as a Chromebook Expert in big box stores, I've seen many business owners large, medium, and even small return their devices after getting them home and realizing that the Google Play Store was not able to be used on them out of the box. What they didn't realize is that consumer … [Read more...] about How business owners and teachers can enable Google Play on store-bought Chromebooks
The Chrome Cast 93: Looking back at 2020 and ahead to 2021
This week on The Chrome Cast, we are taking a bit to discuss some of our favorite things from 2020 and taking a look towards what we're most looking forward to in 2021. For our discussion on the past year, the mid-range Chromebook emergence takes up the bulk of our time and looking forward, devices … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 93: Looking back at 2020 and ahead to 2021
The premium ASUS Chromebook C436 is finally on sale ($100 off)
There are no shortages of great Chromebooks when you're shopping in the "mid-range" category. On a good day, you can get a premium, Comet Lake device for under $600 and that has changed the way that we look at flagship Chromebooks. With the debut of the $629 Acer Chromebook Spin 713, our … [Read more...] about The premium ASUS Chromebook C436 is finally on sale ($100 off)
Google needs to consider cloud syncing these five things to complete the new Chromebook experience
Chrome OS utilizes single-sign in account synchronization to create a truly unique experience. You can pick up a new Chromebook or powerwash an existing one and be back up and running with virtually all of your life's data within moments. This means that should your hardware become damaged or lost, … [Read more...] about Google needs to consider cloud syncing these five things to complete the new Chromebook experience
The Thunderful Games and Stadia partnership could bring us any of these 9 games – or something entirely new
Last month, Stadia partnered up with Thunderful Games - publishers of Hand of Gilgamesh, the card-based roleplaying game that's already on their platform. The Stadia team actually did an interview with Thunderful's Head of Development Klaus Lyngeled regarding their interest in developing a new game … [Read more...] about The Thunderful Games and Stadia partnership could bring us any of these 9 games – or something entirely new
