I honestly can't remember how long file previews have been part of our collective, digital realities. I'm sure at some point in either the Windows, MacOS or Linux history, the OS developers thought it would be a good idea for users to have at least a snippet of visual info about the file they are … [Read more...] about Chromebook Files app gets a useful PDF preview upgrade
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Deal Alert: Get this $230 Harmon Kardon speaker w/Google Assistant for $90
For nearly 70 years, Harmon Kardon has been an industry leader in high-fidelity audio equipment. In keeping with the times, the sound-centric company has jumped in feet first with products powered by Amazon's Alexa and the Google Assistant. These speakers are geared toward the tech-savvy audiophile … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Get this $230 Harmon Kardon speaker w/Google Assistant for $90
The USI stylus from iPlume is back in stock for $49
On last week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we had the privilege of spending some quality time with Pete Mueller, Chairman of the Universal Stylus Initiative. It was a great discussion and Pete gave us some very good insight into the future of the new standard. While it is our hope that USI pens will … [Read more...] about The USI stylus from iPlume is back in stock for $49
Labor Day Deals: Google Assistant Edition
Labor Day weekend usually has us doing a massive roundup of Chromebook deals. Sadly, 2020 has been a very peculiar year and laptop shortages have run rampant across the entire industry. Fortunately, there are still some great deals out there to be had on smart home devices that feature the Google … [Read more...] about Labor Day Deals: Google Assistant Edition
So long Google Wi-Fi: network import to Google Home app has begun
In a staged roll-out that was first announced in early August, Google has finally opened the floodgates and is beginning the transition away from the standalone Google Wi-Fi app. No worries here if you currently use a Google Wi-Fi router as this is simply moving the controls over from the … [Read more...] about So long Google Wi-Fi: network import to Google Home app has begun
Pixel 5 availability date leaks, hints at late September Google hardware event
Since the beginning of Google's in-house hardware efforts, the company has hosted a large-scale press event at some point in October each year. For the past four years, we've had a single date responsible for delivering the latest, greatest Google-made hardware for the upcoming year. Devices like … [Read more...] about Pixel 5 availability date leaks, hints at late September Google hardware event
Grab this rugged 2-in-1 Chromebook for just $289
In our never-ending trek to find decent Chromebooks at a fair price, I discovered a gem this morning that's perfect for this time of year when so many kiddos are headed back to class. While this isn't the latest model from CTL, the Chromebook NL7T-360 offers all the features you'd expect from a … [Read more...] about Grab this rugged 2-in-1 Chromebook for just $289
Samsung Chromebook 4+ review: good enough
One of the most charming parts of the Chromebook story over the years has been the ability to go and snag a sub-$300 laptop that can actually get some things done. Though low-end Chromebooks are generally not great at most parts of the laptop experience, they are usually passable. Decent. OK. … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook 4+ review: good enough
Manage messages, mail and more with Rambox on your Chromebook
Living life on a Chromebook means learning to leverage the web at every turn. Thanks to PWAs it's easier than ever to create an "app" style ecosystem on Chrome OS. Most of my daily tools such as Whatsapp, Gmail, Android Messages as more all live on my shelf and exist as "applications" that I've have … [Read more...] about Manage messages, mail and more with Rambox on your Chromebook
Chrome OS 85 Wi-Fi Password Sync is not working for some, but there’s an easy fix
When Chrome OS 85 rolled out earlier in the week, one of the key updates that came along for the ride was the new Wi-Fi sync. It's a feature that I honestly think should have come around far, far sooner, but I'm absolutely elated that it is now here. The idea and premise of Wi-Fi sync is simple in … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 85 Wi-Fi Password Sync is not working for some, but there’s an easy fix
Affordable, stowable USI pens will arrive with the next generation of Chromebooks
After our conversation today with USI Chairman Peter Mueller over on The Chrome Cast, there's a part of the USI (universal stylus initiative) narrative that has been clarified for me that is quite exciting and I'm so glad to be able to share a bit more detail. To this point, the only USI pens we've … [Read more...] about Affordable, stowable USI pens will arrive with the next generation of Chromebooks
The rare occasion we actually recommend a refurbished Chromebook
In general, we shy away from recommending refurbished or renewed devices. That said, there are always exceptions to the rule. If a device makes sense monetarily speaking and you can add a little peace of mind with a warranty, refurbished can sometimes be the best choice. This happens to be one of … [Read more...] about The rare occasion we actually recommend a refurbished Chromebook
