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How to reset the password on your Chromebook the right way
I will admit, I do not change my password as frequently as I probably should. That said, there are a number of reasons why one would want to update, change, or reset a Chromebook password. Thankfully, your Chromebook password is tied directly to your Google account and the credentials are one and … [Read more...] about How to reset the password on your Chromebook the right way
Much-improved benchmark scores hint flagship AMD Chromebooks could be here soon
It's no secret that we've been waiting an awfully long time for AMD-powered Chromebooks to show up. Sure, we got a little nibble about a year and a half ago when the low-powered, cost-effective A4 and A6 devices showed up, but that's not what we're really after. We're way more excited by the … [Read more...] about Much-improved benchmark scores hint flagship AMD Chromebooks could be here soon
Leaked: Google’s new Chromecast/Android TV device priced to sell very well
We've been talking for months about 'Sabrina' - Google's upcoming Chromecast/Android TV dongle - and how this new take on a streaming device from Google will bring together the companies two differing takes on the smart TV market. With the flexibility of Chromecast from both a use case and hardware … [Read more...] about Leaked: Google’s new Chromecast/Android TV device priced to sell very well
CTL debuts company-first 14-inch FHD Pentium Chromebook
Chromebooks are scarce. If you've looked around the web in an attempt to find a decent device at a price that doesn't induce a stroke, you probably know exactly what I'm talking about. As of this morning, Best Buy had less than six Chromebook models in stock and three of those were variants of the … [Read more...] about CTL debuts company-first 14-inch FHD Pentium Chromebook
Lenovo premiers Smart Clock Essential w/Google Assistant
Lenovo just dropped a slew of new products including a leather-wrapped Yoga PC, the slimmest Legion laptop every created and a new Tab M10 that features and industry-first addition of Google's Kid Space. Kid Space by Google offers an integrated hub where kids can explore and discover new content to … [Read more...] about Lenovo premiers Smart Clock Essential w/Google Assistant
This tweak will help speed up Virtual Desk transitions on Chromebooks
I remember a point in time when I would write about Virtual Desks on Chrome OS with painful regularity. I was insanely excited about this feature coming to Chromebooks and tracked every little change and detail until it was rolled-out in fullness in March of this year. Since that time, there's not … [Read more...] about This tweak will help speed up Virtual Desk transitions on Chromebooks
Another hint that ‘Halvor’ is the next Google Pixelbook
In my excitement on Friday about finding a pretty clear connection to a new Google-made Chromebook in 'Halvor', I honestly looked right by another key clue that alludes to the fact that this device very well could be a Google-branded Chromebook. When it comes down to hardware, there is little to … [Read more...] about Another hint that ‘Halvor’ is the next Google Pixelbook
Hands-On: USI pens for Chromebooks are finally arriving and they are awesome [VIDEO]
The story of USI pens is a long one. In fact, the entire USI (universal stylus initiative) platform dates all the way back to 2015. In a similar manner to unifying ports under one, universal standard (USB), USI aims to wrangle all the differing, proprietary digital pen technologies into one, … [Read more...] about Hands-On: USI pens for Chromebooks are finally arriving and they are awesome [VIDEO]
Backup and restore your Chromebook’s Linux setup
If you've been exploring Linux apps on Chrome OS with us, it's high time we covered how to save your current setup so you can restore it in a pinch. Full Linux distros have various tools available to run backups and store them locally or off site depending on your personal preference. Chrome OS, … [Read more...] about Backup and restore your Chromebook’s Linux setup
Add Synaptic to your Chromebook for easy Linux package management
Yesterday, we've covered three methods you can use to install Linux packages from the terminal on your Chromebook. Today, we're going to look at how to install and use one of the most popular package management tools for Debian/Ubuntu based operating systems. Synaptic Package Manager is a GUI … [Read more...] about Add Synaptic to your Chromebook for easy Linux package management
[Update: Sold Out] This certified USI stylus is available once again for $49
On this week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we spent a few minutes talking about the Universal Stylus Initiative and what it means for the future of buying a pen for your Chromebook. The concept is a brilliant one. Create a universal standard for digital pens so when you purchase one, it works on a … [Read more...] about [Update: Sold Out] This certified USI stylus is available once again for $49
