A month and a half ago, Google announced a partnership with Parallels that will bring official support for Windows applications on Chrome OS. At that time, details were sparse on exactly how the project would work or what Windows would look like on Chromebooks. This week, Chrome OS group product … [Read more...] about Parallels: Details emerge on how Windows will run on Chrome OS
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Saved password editing is now live in Chrome 86 Canary
Just two weeks ago, evidence emerged that pointed to an upcoming ability in the Chrome password manager to edit saved passwords. While this sounds like a small thing, it is actually a large step from Google towards making the built-in password manager that Chrome offers a far more useful tool for … [Read more...] about Saved password editing is now live in Chrome 86 Canary
Chromebook Perks: 3-months of Stadia Pro for free
Google's back with another freebie and this time, the tech giant is once again looking to add some users to its fledgling game service Stadia. This deal comes on the heels of Dropbox teaming up with Google to give Chromebook users 100GB of free storage for 12 months. That promotion is on top of the … [Read more...] about Chromebook Perks: 3-months of Stadia Pro for free
Chrome OS 84’s overview mode overhaul is by far my favorite new feature [VIDEO]
Chrome OS 84 launched last week and came packed with way more features than we were expecting. With a handful of things we were expecting to ship with Chrome OS 85 showing up in 84, we've all been quite pleased with the new stuff available to try out and tinker with in this latest update. By far, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 84’s overview mode overhaul is by far my favorite new feature [VIDEO]
Find your Chrome OS version, recovery images and more with this handy website
After a few months of hiccups, delays and reorganization, Chrome OS updates finally appear to be back on track and the last two released have landed right on schedule. On top of that, Google is finally making a concerted effort to make release announcements official prior to the actually drop of the … [Read more...] about Find your Chrome OS version, recovery images and more with this handy website
The Chrome Cast 72: Back to School and Google’s Pixel 4a announcement
This week on The Chrome Cast, we were honestly all over the place. This week's news cycle was a veritable mixed bag, but we tried to stick to the most relevant bits and pieces. Probably top of everyone's mind is the impending back to school season we're about to enter. With the pandemic looming, … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 72: Back to School and Google’s Pixel 4a announcement
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet is back in stock, for now
On today's episode of The Chromecast, we discussed the success of Lenovo's Chromebook tablet and why exactly the unique device has become so popular among a wide range of users. Because of its popularity, finding the tiny Chromebook tablet has been a bit of a hassle for many as Lenovo sold out of … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet is back in stock, for now
Updated PDF viewer is on the way for Chrome
One of the most forgettable system utilities across all operating systems is the humble PDF viewer. Without realizing it, many of us use this built-in tool on a daily basis and never give too much thought to the entire effort. You double-click or download a PDF from the web and up comes the PDF … [Read more...] about Updated PDF viewer is on the way for Chrome
Google confirms an August 3rd launch for the Pixel 4a with a fun puzzle
We all know about the Google Pixel 4a by this point. It has been leaked extensively over the past few months and we all expected it to be launched some time in May. With all the craziness of the pandemic leaving Google's yearly I/O developer conference completely cancelled, that date has just … [Read more...] about Google confirms an August 3rd launch for the Pixel 4a with a fun puzzle
Minecraft returns to Chromebooks but there is a catch
Ah, Minecraft. The joy of millions of children around the world and the thorn in the side of those who own a Chromebook. Ever since Chrome OS began dominating the classroom, students have been looking for a way to install the wildly popular game on their Chromebooks. For a short-lived time, … [Read more...] about Minecraft returns to Chromebooks but there is a catch
HP Chromebook x360 14c review: a solid upgrade
The HP Chromebook x360 14c is a solid offering from HP that takes the formula from its 18-month-old predecessor and improves on it in nearly every way. Just like that earlier iteration of the x360 14, this latest version delivers a great overall Chromebook experience and does so while getting … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook x360 14c review: a solid upgrade
View a variety of bugs on your desk with Google’s latest additions to its 3D AR search
Google has been slowly adding more and more creatures to its growing library of 3D rendered objects you can view in AR (augmented reality) via the Google app. These objects are interactive and built to scale, so if you'd like a full-sized 3D lion in your living room, for instance, you can simply … [Read more...] about View a variety of bugs on your desk with Google’s latest additions to its 3D AR search
