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How to get productive with Full HD extended displays on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Since the Lenovo Chromebook Duet arrived on the scene back in January 2020 at CES, most users have been a bit enamored by the diminutive tablet with the bright, beautiful display and very low starting price. After all, getting a great tablet, kickstand cover and keyboard/trackpad combo in the box … [Read more...] about How to get productive with Full HD extended displays on the Lenovo Chromebook Duet
[Updated] Gboard joins forces with Google Assistant to end the need for dictating punctuation
Update: Because so many users were experiencing issues with this update (as I was), Google has reverted it for for many for the time being. Have you ever voice texted in public and had to end your sentence by saying "question mark...period...exclamation mark" out loud, only to have passers-by … [Read more...] about [Updated] Gboard joins forces with Google Assistant to end the need for dictating punctuation
This Google Drive feature is allowing scammers to send malicious links to users
Scammers, who are probably not wealthy princes, are sending malicious links to hundreds of thousands of users through Google Drive via its collaboration features. In Drive, you are notified via email when a file is shared with you or when you're mentioned in a comment. Hackers are plugging in email … [Read more...] about This Google Drive feature is allowing scammers to send malicious links to users
Chromebooks gain classifications from Google to help you pick the perfect one
Around the time Google rolled out the "Switch to Chromebook" campaign, the landing page for Chrome OS devices underwent a major overhaul, and users were presented with a beautiful Material Design selector that aided in finding the right device for your personal needs and budget. In its initial … [Read more...] about Chromebooks gain classifications from Google to help you pick the perfect one
Dell’s upcoming Snapdragon Chromebook could have support for multiple pen input types
We reported just last week on a new device on the way from Dell that will equip the Snapdragon 7c SoC like the new Acer Chromebook Spin 513 we just got a hands-on with last month. While there's a chance this device could end up being marketed to the enterprise sector, we're hoping Dell treats this … [Read more...] about Dell’s upcoming Snapdragon Chromebook could have support for multiple pen input types
The essential web app starter pack for new Chromebook owners
This morning, we told you all about web applications and how to turn any website in the world into an icon. They hold near limitless potential and that may very well be the future of computing. Getting started with your new Chromebook or finding new experiences for your existing one can be tricky. … [Read more...] about The essential web app starter pack for new Chromebook owners
You might want to wait on buying a new Chromebook, for now
Black Friday has been forcefully evolved into a month-long event thanks to the current state of affairs in our county. Retailers are doing whatever they can to bolster sales and offer rolling holiday discounts on products while attempting to reduce the number of in-store shoppers that would normally … [Read more...] about You might want to wait on buying a new Chromebook, for now
Chromecast with Google TV review: the Chromecast for everyone [VIDEO]
When you gaze upon the hardware of the new Chromecast with Google TV (Chromecast from here on out in this review) it is easy to see the basic influence of its predecessors. A circular-ish dongle with an HDMI cable protruding from one end and a spot for power in the other. As a matter of fact, it … [Read more...] about Chromecast with Google TV review: the Chromecast for everyone [VIDEO]
Get the most out of your Chromebook by turning any website in the world into an app icon
So, you just got your new Chromebook out of its box, turned it on, logged in, and then - nothing, huh? Where exactly do you go from that blank, soothing wallpaper you're looking at? Maybe you've even had your Chromebook for quite some time feel the same way. Chromebooks were intentionally designed … [Read more...] about Get the most out of your Chromebook by turning any website in the world into an app icon
[Update: Claim now] Stadia gives away six more Pro games, releases two big titles on their store and more
The Stadia team doesn't seem to know the meaning of 'quit' and it's filling me with joy months before Christmas. They got quite a bit of scrutiny for a certain Twitter mishap that we won't keep talking about, and according to many, they were slow to roll out lots of promised features, but it seems … [Read more...] about [Update: Claim now] Stadia gives away six more Pro games, releases two big titles on their store and more
This waterproof Google Assistant speaker is only $119($30 Off)
The Google Assistant smart speaker space has expanded exponentially over the past couple of years with options aplenty from a wide variety of manufacturers. Whatever your budget, use case, or personal taste, you can find a speaker powered by the Google Assistant that should fit your specific needs … [Read more...] about This waterproof Google Assistant speaker is only $119($30 Off)
