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
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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
Stadia isn’t going anywhere any time soon and their roadmap includes 400 games from 200 developers
In a recent interview with Mobilesyrup, Stadia Director of Games, Jack Buser, laid down several interesting details regarding the company's commitment to its cloud gaming platform. Stadia's first anniversary was just a few days ago and the interview was meant to reflect on the success that had been … [Read more...] about Stadia isn’t going anywhere any time soon and their roadmap includes 400 games from 200 developers
Chrome decides to extend support for Windows 7 in light of the pandemic
Because of the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies' plans to upgrade their infrastructure from Windows 7 to Windows 10 have been slowed or halted completely in favor of more pressing IT support and network needs. According to Google, 22% of companies are either still … [Read more...] about Chrome decides to extend support for Windows 7 in light of the pandemic
2020 Chrome Unboxed Gear of the Year Holiday Gift Guide [VIDEO]
This year, it is no secret that online shopping for the holidays will be off the charts. With the pandemic still raging on and fewer individuals willing to risk going in stores in person, the online retail scene is poised for an absolutely massive end of the year. Chances are you are already … [Read more...] about 2020 Chrome Unboxed Gear of the Year Holiday Gift Guide [VIDEO]
Google One is offering a free Nest Mini if you upgrade to their 2TB storage plan
Many people are receiving an email from Google One asking them to subscribe or upgrade to their 2TB storage plan and in return, they're offering a free Nest Mini. Ever since Google announced that they would remove free unlimited storage for Google Drive and Photos files beyond the 15GB account limit … [Read more...] about Google One is offering a free Nest Mini if you upgrade to their 2TB storage plan
ASUS makes the 10th Gen Comet Lake Chromebox 4 official
It was no secret to us that ASUS would eventually be dropping a 10th Gen Comet Lake Chromebox. As a matter of fact, it was just Monday that we shared that ASUS's new mini Chrome OS PC was added to the "unofficial" developer list of board names. That said, ASUS has dropped the news sooner than I … [Read more...] about ASUS makes the 10th Gen Comet Lake Chromebox 4 official
