As we glide gracefully into the new year, hoping never to look back to 2020, I wanted to share with you my top five Chromebook keyboard shortcuts for fun and productivity. You can access your shortcut manager by pressing ctrl + alt + / or by opening your Explore and navigating to them on the … [Read more...] about My top five favorite Chromebook keyboard shortcuts for the new year
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How to connect your new Chromebook to a Wi-Fi network
With so many people picking up new Chromebooks for the holidays, we thought it would be good to go back to basics and put out a bit of content to help those unfamiliar with them to get up and running. We're all in this together, so today, we're going to be showing you exactly how to connect your … [Read more...] about How to connect your new Chromebook to a Wi-Fi network
The Core i5 Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 just popped up in Australia and it’s priced to sell
When it comes to pricing and availability of Chromebooks, Australia is historically near the top of the list for countries that get the short end of the stick. On the rare occasion that a premium device launches down under, buyers are left paying through the nose and that just stinks. While pricing … [Read more...] about The Core i5 Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 just popped up in Australia and it’s priced to sell
The Google Home Max is back in stock and too cheap to ignore
Just when we thought our favorite Google Home speaker was completely done for, it has made a resurgence on the Google Store and it is nearly as affordable as it has ever been. Sure, there have been a few flash sales that got it down to $149 a few times in 2020, but they never lasted long and were … [Read more...] about The Google Home Max is back in stock and too cheap to ignore
[U] Google Pay may soon show you a personalized spending habits overview to close out the year
UPDATE: I've improperly credited Mr. Parikh to work at 9to5Google when in fact he's employed at Android Police. The article has been altered to reflect this change. Prasham Parikh of Android Police has encountered a new feature in his version of the redesigned Google Pay app - a spending habits … [Read more...] about [U] Google Pay may soon show you a personalized spending habits overview to close out the year
Snapdragon Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ adds a fingerprint scanner to its arsenal of features
As if 'Coachz' wasn't already one of the most intruiging Chrome OS devices coming in 2021, it now has one of the only hardware features missing from the overall formula: a fingerprint scanner. Sure, it's not as fun as wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, a kickstand, or the magnetized, … [Read more...] about Snapdragon Chromebook tablet ‘Coachz’ adds a fingerprint scanner to its arsenal of features
How to request a refund on the Google Play Store
Unlike an ugly sweater which can't be returned lest your aunt take notice and knit you a new one (is that trope real?) Google Play Store apps and content can be refunded if you accidentally purchase the wrong thing or just don't like it for any reason. You may also want a refund if a friend or … [Read more...] about How to request a refund on the Google Play Store
Deal Alert: Nab the 8GB/128GB Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 for as little as $399($100 off)
The weekend is here and it is our sincere hope that you were able to enjoy a peaceful and joyous holiday as we finally wrap up 2020. For those of you that may now be on the hunt for a new Chromebook, Costco just dropped one of the best deals of 2020 on a device that will make a worthy addition to … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Nab the 8GB/128GB Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 for as little as $399($100 off)
Help Cthulhu save Christmas today for free on Stadia Pro with this comedic turn-based JRPG
As a surprise gift for the holiday season, Stadia Pro subscribers can pick up a copy of the fast-paced turn-based comedy JRPG Cthulhu Saves Christmas! While it was added to the Pro lineup just last week, I wanted to highlight it today because it could make for some fun gaming after presents are … [Read more...] about Help Cthulhu save Christmas today for free on Stadia Pro with this comedic turn-based JRPG
Here’s how you can track Santa Claus across the globe as he delivers presents tonight
Google's Santa tracker was recently updated to show a COVID smart Santa and Mrs. Claus wearing protective masks in addition to several new games. Now that the elves have had some fun, it's time for the real work to begin. You can now track Santa as he treks across the globe delivering presents, and … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can track Santa Claus across the globe as he delivers presents tonight
How to master split-screen mode on your Chromebook
Over the course of the time Chromebooks have been available, they have become very adept at window management. From a useful overview mode to virtual desks to easy window snapping, Chrome OS has quite a few tricks up its sleeve to help you be productive with more than one window at once. … [Read more...] about How to master split-screen mode on your Chromebook
Try out Google’s strangely mesmerizing Blob Opera – and don’t say I never got you anything for Christmas
Google's Chrome Experiments are among some of the best and most creative instances where we see the open web at its strongest. Particularly in the Google Arts and Culture scene, they've placed a lot into crafting unique experiences that you can enjoy just by clicking on a link. Their latest … [Read more...] about Try out Google’s strangely mesmerizing Blob Opera – and don’t say I never got you anything for Christmas
