PWAs being delivered in the Play Store for Chromebooks are few and far between at this point. This entire thing is a new effort that hasn't fully been rolled out quite yet, but is on the way soon for more and more app developers. This effort sees Progressive Web Apps delivered seamlessly to … [Read more...] about PWAs on the Play Store for Chromebooks getting a big upgrade for in-app payments
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Here are 5 Chromebook accessories under $50 that everyone should check out
It doesn't matter if you just got your first Chromebook or you have been using Chrome OS since the Cr-48, our experience has shown that having a couple of useful accessories around can go a long way in helping you get the most out of your Chromebook. So we wanted to put together a list of our Top 5 … [Read more...] about Here are 5 Chromebook accessories under $50 that everyone should check out
Google sign-in and password management can soon be used without Chrome Sync
The Chrome browser's synchronization, or Chrome Sync, allows you to store various types of data in your Google account. From passwords to addresses, payment methods, browser history, tabs, and even personalization like a theme - using Chrome Sync allows you to use that data across several devices … [Read more...] about Google sign-in and password management can soon be used without Chrome Sync
Take up to $2500 off of a new Jamboard and supercharge your meetings
Virtual meetings and online learning have become the new normal and with that comes the need for better, more-affordable technology to change the way we interact with co-workers or the classroom. Google's underrated Jamboard happens to be one of those pieces of really cool tech and right now, you … [Read more...] about Take up to $2500 off of a new Jamboard and supercharge your meetings
A new Chromebase ‘Dooly’ is in development and may come with a rotating screen
The Chromebase isn't a segment we talk too much about around here. Up to this point, there have only been a few of them to ever actually hit the market and my money is on the fact that you have likely never heard of any of them. The first I had the pleasure of using was LG's unlikely 22-inch … [Read more...] about A new Chromebase ‘Dooly’ is in development and may come with a rotating screen
Stadia mainstreams game streams with direct to Youtube broadcasts
Stadia's long-awaited direct to Youtube game streaming feature is beginning to roll out now and no, I couldn't help myself with the title of this article. A normal streaming setup requires a broadcasting software like OBS and can be complicated to set up and manage for the average Joe (sorry, Joe, … [Read more...] about Stadia mainstreams game streams with direct to Youtube broadcasts
Price Drop: The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is now $229 (Bonus: $15 Smart clock)
Best Buy just dropped the price on three of our favorite Chromebooks and they are all really good deals. However, if you were still holding off on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet, your patience can now be rewarded. The 128GB detachable Chromebook was reduced by $50 to $249 but this morning, Best Buy … [Read more...] about Price Drop: The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is now $229 (Bonus: $15 Smart clock)
12th Gen Intel Alder Lake Chromebook ‘Brya’ begins development
We are currently tracking nearly two-dozen 11th generation Intel Tiger Lake Chromebooks and I'm sure that this list will continue to grow in the coming months. With the first-ever virtual CES right around the corner, we are anticipating that Google, Intel, and their partnering OEMs will have some … [Read more...] about 12th Gen Intel Alder Lake Chromebook ‘Brya’ begins development
Chromebook virtual desk navigation is getting a substantial productivity boost
After settling in as a core feature of Chrome OS, it seems Google isn't satisfied leaving well enough alone. Work is ongoing on a few different fronts to bring more features and productivity boosts to Chrome OS' virtual desks feature, and this latest one will be very useful indeed. Work is already … [Read more...] about Chromebook virtual desk navigation is getting a substantial productivity boost
How to install and activate Microsoft Office 365 on your Chromebook
In my time as a Chromebook Expert in the retail space, I've seen hundreds of people confused by the process by which they get Microsoft Office 365 up and running on their new Chromebooks - especially during the Back to School season! I felt like putting together a step-by-step guide that can be … [Read more...] about How to install and activate Microsoft Office 365 on your Chromebook
New Chromebook screen recording feature is live in Chrome OS Beta 88 [VIDEO]
Back in early October we covered the arrival of a big, new feature for Chromebooks: native screen recording and capture. While screen captures have been a thing on Chromebooks for quite some time, there's never really been any UI involved and the process was about as bare-bones as you can get. … [Read more...] about New Chromebook screen recording feature is live in Chrome OS Beta 88 [VIDEO]
Happy Holidays, you can now stream Apple Music on your Google Smart speakers
It's so nice when everyone gets together for the holidays, all the year's strife is set aside and we all get along despite our differences. Of course, I'm referring to Google and Apple allowing the mingling of their respective ecosystems. In an announcement on The Keyword, the two companies have … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays, you can now stream Apple Music on your Google Smart speakers
