The new Chromecast with Google TV has been very well received by users across the board. With glowing reviews by us and other media outlets, this $49 streaming dongle could easily be considered Google's biggest hardware triumph of 2020. Most of that praise is simply due to the new Chromecast … [Read more...] about How to sideload apps on your new Chromecast without any cables or adapters [VIDEO]
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Upcoming Chrome OS Snapdragon tablet ‘Coachz’ may steal this Apple Pencil feature
We just recently uncovered the existence of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Chromebook tablet in the works by the name of 'Coachz' that will have a unique feature in its ability to both wirelessly charge up itself and reverse wireless charge accessories. In our digging for more details on 'Coachz', we've … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chrome OS Snapdragon tablet ‘Coachz’ may steal this Apple Pencil feature
AMD’s unannounced 5000U-series Zen 3 APUs coming to Chrome OS
The battle to dominate the premium Chromebook space is quickly heating up as chipmakers begin eyeing Chrome OS as a platform deserving of flagship-caliber performance and features. As it stands, Intel owns that space thanks to this year's 10th Gen Comet Lake offerings but that could soon change if … [Read more...] about AMD’s unannounced 5000U-series Zen 3 APUs coming to Chrome OS
Bluetooth support for third-party controllers is now available for Stadia on the web
If you load up Stadia through the browser and go to connect your controller, you'll notice an awesome new graphic at the top of the pairing menu which shows several different available input types accompanied by the following text: Connect a Playstation or Xbox controller using Bluetooth or USB. … [Read more...] about Bluetooth support for third-party controllers is now available for Stadia on the web
Google’s Phone app may be rebranded as ‘Google Call’, complete with a new icon
After releasing their Phone app to non-Pixel devices at the beginning of this month, Google may be converting it into something named 'Google Call' according to an ad found by a Reddit user. Apparently, the image below was an ad on Youtube for u/DominusLux and it sports a multi-colored icon in the … [Read more...] about Google’s Phone app may be rebranded as ‘Google Call’, complete with a new icon
Google Podcasts reaches 50 million installs on the Play Store
Google Podcasts was never really my favorite podcasting service. I was always a fan of Pocket Casts, actually, but when they began to add a price tag to get features that used to be free, I jumped ship and headed over to Google's minimalist listener. What I didn't realize was that its simplicity … [Read more...] about Google Podcasts reaches 50 million installs on the Play Store
Lenovo’s Ryzen-powered C13 Yoga Chromebook turns up in online listings
If our source is accurate, which I'm 99.99% positive it is, Lenovo will soon release an 8GB/128GB variant of the popular Chromebook Flex 5. Personally, this is the Chromebook that I feel Lenovo should have led with when the Flex 5 was debuted at the beginning of the year. However, that's not the … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Ryzen-powered C13 Yoga Chromebook turns up in online listings
Chromebook PDF annotation will soon be possible in the new media app
Not long ago - just the last version update, actually - Chrome OS got a fresh, new media app. This new app is capable of handling just about any media you throw its way and is also a system web app. While you still can't simply open up this app on its own or set it as the default for opening … [Read more...] about Chromebook PDF annotation will soon be possible in the new media app
Today’s the day: $250 off the premium HP Chromebook x360 14c
We knew it was coming but we weren't sure the exact day. I am beyond excited to share that this insane Chromebook deal has landed a few days ahead of Black Friday and this is probably the best deal of 2020. Like its predecessor before it, the HP Chromebook x360 14c is one of the most well-rounded … [Read more...] about Today’s the day: $250 off the premium HP Chromebook x360 14c
Best Buy Black Friday: $50 Nest Hub, $149 Google Home Max and more
Well, today is the day. Best Buy has been touting month-long "Black Friday Now" deals but it was all leading up to the retailer launching its biggest deals during the week leading up to the annual shopping holiday. I'm sure that we'll see even more Chromebook, smart home, and electronics deals when … [Read more...] about Best Buy Black Friday: $50 Nest Hub, $149 Google Home Max and more
You can now schedule your lights to turn on and off with Google Assistant
Assistant has long been able to toggle lights on and off by voice, but until now those actions have been carried out immediately. Now, you can set up what are called 'Scheduled Actions' which will allow you to conveniently schedule smart home commands to trigger at a later time. Some examples of … [Read more...] about You can now schedule your lights to turn on and off with Google Assistant
Exclusive: Lenovo may release an 8GB/128GB Chromebook Flex 5 in the US
On last week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we talked in length about the best Chromebooks of 2020. In case you missed it, we just rolled out our "Best of 2020" video in which we crowned a winner in three price categories. In the mid-range category that includes devices ranging from $300-$649, the … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Lenovo may release an 8GB/128GB Chromebook Flex 5 in the US
