There's no way around it. You know it. I know it. 2020 was a rough year all around. And while there's no reason to keep talking about all the mess that was part of the last 12 months (we've all talked a lot about it), right at the start of a fresh, new year, we thought it would be interesting to … [Read more...] about 2020 and the rise of the mid-range Chromebook [VIDEO]
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How to add a new source to Google Podcasts via RSS
Last month, Google Podcasts struck 50 million installs on the Play Store - that's quite a milestone. This year, it received a full redesign and the ability to be accessed via the web instead of just the app, so it's become quite the contender for podcast listeners. The only thing that's been missing … [Read more...] about How to add a new source to Google Podcasts via RSS
[U: El Hijo, Claim] Your Stadia Pro games for January include Ary and the Secret of Seasons, F1 2020, and more
Update: Use the button below to claim your Stadia Pro titles for the month! They're now available and guess what? Google has thrown a fifth game into the mix - El Hijo: A Wild West Tale! Happy Gaming! To kick off the new year, the Stadia team is giving Pro subscribers four free games with their … [Read more...] about [U: El Hijo, Claim] Your Stadia Pro games for January include Ary and the Secret of Seasons, F1 2020, and more
Chromebook files sharing will soon work with PWAs
Chrome OS is quickly adding more and more ways to share files between users and devices. Just yesterday, I highlighted the upcoming "Nearby Sharing" feature that will use Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and data to transfer files to, you guessed it, nearby devices. Today's discovery reveals an even deeper … [Read more...] about Chromebook files sharing will soon work with PWAs
Snapdragon Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ will come with an aggravating omission
I've been spending many days over the past few months dreaming about how awesome the upcoming Snapdragon-powered Chromebook tablet 'Coachz' will be. After all, with an 11-inch 3:2 screen, Snapdragon 7c processor, kickstand and wirelessly-charging USI stylus, what's not to like, right? It seems … [Read more...] about Snapdragon Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ will come with an aggravating omission
Two free weeks of Old School Runescape membership joins the Chromebook Perks lineup
I'm not ashamed to say that I'm a bit of a Runescape junkie - at least, I used to be. I've actually played on and off since 2001 when the game really first started its main journey with consumers. I've also already gone on and on about how it's the best game that you should be playing this year … [Read more...] about Two free weeks of Old School Runescape membership joins the Chromebook Perks lineup
Chromebooks finally have a powerful Photoshop alternative – Clip Studio Paint joins your free perks
By now, you're probably no stranger to Chromebook Perks - Google's free goodies for Chromebook owners meant to kickstart their journey with their new device and get the most out of it by providing them with free trials to popular apps, games, and services. From notetaking apps to Disney+, a full … [Read more...] about Chromebooks finally have a powerful Photoshop alternative – Clip Studio Paint joins your free perks
Doorbuster Deal: Take $400 off of the 15.6″ 4K Lenovo Yoga Chromebook
We've seen a lot of really great deals on the current generation of Comet Lake Chromebooks over the past couple of months but that doesn't mean you shouldn't look to 8th Gen Intel models if the price is right. Frankly, Intel's Kaby Lake-R CPUs are still more than powerful enough to offer Chromebook … [Read more...] about Doorbuster Deal: Take $400 off of the 15.6″ 4K Lenovo Yoga Chromebook
Lenovo’s new ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook configurations and pricing are now available
Debuting back in October of 2020, the new Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook (ugh, Chromebook names) brings a lot of great features to the table for a starting price of $579. When announced, there was no indication of how high the price could actually go and what processor would be in that … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s new ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook configurations and pricing are now available
How to block out distractions and boost productivity on your Chromebook this year
We've already spoken recently about how to manage your Chromebook's notifications using the Do Not Disturb feature, so I won't go into details here, but I wanted to take this moment to remind you of how powerful and effective it can be in blocking out distractions in order to stay productive on your … [Read more...] about How to block out distractions and boost productivity on your Chromebook this year
Disney+ could be bigger than Netflix in two years – racks up 2.3 million downloads over the holiday weekend
According to Nasdaq, Disney+ could wind up being more of a big deal by 2022 than its largest competitor - Netflix. In their Christmas Eve article, they noted that the app alone has racked up more than 2.3 million downloads with no signs of slowing down! Some have pointed to Disney's low price … [Read more...] about Disney+ could be bigger than Netflix in two years – racks up 2.3 million downloads over the holiday weekend
How to use Google Collections to inspire your 2021 goals and why you should
Google's super-secret Collections feature is slowly invading more and more of their services in the form of wishlists, watchlists, and you-name-it-lists. It allows you to collect and curate things that interest you using content from the open web - sort of like a bookmarking system, but highly … [Read more...] about How to use Google Collections to inspire your 2021 goals and why you should
