In my path to Chrome OS enlightenment, I've explored many method with which users can run non-native applications and even alternative operating systems. My most recent endeavor involved installing a full-blown version of Windows 10 inside the Linux container on Chrome OS. While I have absolutely no … [Read more...] about Forget Windows, I just installed Elementary OS on my Chromebook and it’s awesome
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HP Pro C640 Chromebook unboxing and initial impressions
Without warning, the HP Pro C640 Chromebook Enterprise landed in the office and we've decided to go in for a true first impressions unboxing. We first heard about this device in early May of 2020 and as it is a Chromebook clearly meant for enterprise-level deployment, we made our posts about it and … [Read more...] about HP Pro C640 Chromebook unboxing and initial impressions
Need a free Lenovo Chromebook Duet for Back to School? We got you!
It is back to school time, and whether you have a student going back to a physical school or learning from home, a lot of people are searching for the best Chromebook for this upcoming school year. If you saw our video a couple of weeks ago, you know that our top pick is the Lenovo Chromebook Duet - … [Read more...] about Need a free Lenovo Chromebook Duet for Back to School? We got you!
Upgrade your desk setup for $24 with this Dell Wireless Chrome OS keyboard
Back in May, Dell quietly released a wireless keyboard designed specifically with Chrome OS in mind. I've been using the Dell for a little over a month now and it has become my go-to for my desk setup at the office. Yes, I have Logitech keyboards and a variety of wired, mechanical ones as well but … [Read more...] about Upgrade your desk setup for $24 with this Dell Wireless Chrome OS keyboard
Deal Alert: $100 off the premium Acer Chromebook Spin 713
Best Buy is back with another killer deal on the Project Athena certified Acer Chromebook Spin 713. Acer's latest flagship takes all that we loved about the original Spin 13 and refines it with a sleeker design, subtle improvements and a retail price tag of only $629. All that combined make the Acer … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $100 off the premium Acer Chromebook Spin 713
What you need to know about Google’s Nearby Share for Android and Chromebooks
It's no secret that Google has been hard at work on Nearby Share, a protocol that works very much like Apple's very-handy Airdrop, seamlessly allowing wireless file exchange between devices and users alike. The usefulness of these types of services isn't exactly in their novelty, but in their … [Read more...] about What you need to know about Google’s Nearby Share for Android and Chromebooks
Deal Alert: Unbroken Soul, OK Golf, BE-A Walker and more in Google Play Games sale this week!
Welcome back to another week of great games that you can play on your Android device or Chromebook! Our favorites from this selection are Unbroken Soul, a family friendly RPG, OK Golf and BE-A Walker, an odd and difficult Star Wars style game, but there are other great deals too. Be sure to leave a … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Unbroken Soul, OK Golf, BE-A Walker and more in Google Play Games sale this week!
CTL Dog Days of Summer: Save big on Chromebooks, Chromebits, accessories and more
It won't be long and a good portion of students here in the states will be headed back to school in some shape, form or fashion. Whether it's in-person, hybrid or NTI/homeschooling, the need for dependable tech is greater today than every before. CTL may not be a household name but the Oregon-based … [Read more...] about CTL Dog Days of Summer: Save big on Chromebooks, Chromebits, accessories and more
Google Assistant getting a useful new ability in Chrome OS 85 beta
I'll come clean and admit that I don't really use the Google Assistant all that often on my Chromebook. Yes, I know that baking the Assistant into every possible product has been Google's bread and butter over the last few years, but I just don't find a lot of real usefulness when my hands are on … [Read more...] about Google Assistant getting a useful new ability in Chrome OS 85 beta
This Chrome extension gives you the YouTube floating full screen you didn’t know you needed
It is well known that the YouTube experience on desktop doesn't give you a ton of flexibility when it comes to playback sizes. You get a choice between the default size, theater and full-screen modes out of the box, but in many scenarios, those sizes aren't great. The standard size isn't immersive … [Read more...] about This Chrome extension gives you the YouTube floating full screen you didn’t know you needed
Well, I went and installed Windows 10 on my Chromebook
Parallels will soon bring a full-fledged Windows desktop to Chrome OS for enterprise customers but it appears that won't be only way to skin the proverbial cat. Nesting a virtual machine inside inside another VM on Chrome OS technically isn't supposed to be possible in the current Stable build of … [Read more...] about Well, I went and installed Windows 10 on my Chromebook
What a Pixelbook with Google’s Pixel 4a approach to hardware could look like
Since their inception, the Pixelbook line of Chromebooks has largely stayed in the premium lane. Sure, the Pixelbook Go was a tad bit of a departure from that formula, but not much of one. After all, the top trim of that device costs a cool $1399 and is easily one of the most expensive Chromebooks … [Read more...] about What a Pixelbook with Google’s Pixel 4a approach to hardware could look like
