Google seems content in holding back with any and all new hardware releases and instead, the Google Store is continuing to push discounts on bundles of Nest products. While we wait for the next Nest speaker, you can grab a deal on a pair of the Nest Mini smart speakers. While this isn't the best … [Read more...] about Google Store Daily Special: $20 off a Nest Mini 2-pack
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Behold, ASUS and Lenovo USI pens surface online
The Universal Stylus Initiative is still in its infancy but Chromebooks are seeing wide-spread adoption of the new digital pen standard. Devices from HP, ASUS, Acer and Lenovo have already implemented the universal pen standard in a handful of Chromebooks but we have yet to see very many actual pens … [Read more...] about Behold, ASUS and Lenovo USI pens surface online
The Chrome Cast 71: Chrome OS 84 arrives and Chromebooks are getting better screens
This week on The Chrome Cast, we're talking through all the goodies that came along with the surprisingly-full Chrome OS 84 update. Right on schedule and overflowing with new features, Chrome OS 84 feels like the most well-thought-out update in a long time from the Chrome OS team and has us very … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 71: Chrome OS 84 arrives and Chromebooks are getting better screens
HDR-capable Chromebooks are coming with brighter, better displays
Just the other day, Kevin Tofel over at About Chromebooks came across an internal document from Google entitled HDR on ChromeOS and Beyond and in it, we get some interesting details on some upcoming software and hardware changes the Chrome OS team is eyeballing for the future. That future isn't … [Read more...] about HDR-capable Chromebooks are coming with brighter, better displays
Proof that dark mode is still on the way for Chromebooks
We've been expecting a proper dark mode for Chrome OS for quite some time now. Earlier today as we were discussing the arrival of a dark theme for WhatsApp on the web, I decided to do a bit of regular digging in the Chromium Repositories to see if I could find any fresh, new hints at the dark mode … [Read more...] about Proof that dark mode is still on the way for Chromebooks
Why your browser says “File may be dangerous so Chrome blocked it” (and how to bypass it)
Millions of users around the world just updated to the latest version of the Chrome browser and/or operating system and for many, a somewhat disturbing notification may be popping up when an executable file download is initiated. The warning goes a little something like this: "File may be dangerous … [Read more...] about Why your browser says “File may be dangerous so Chrome blocked it” (and how to bypass it)
Samsung is working on a QLED Chromebook ‘Nightfury’
Samsung has been deeply involved in Chromebook manufacturing since the onset of Chrome OS. Their Series 5 Chromebooks were among the first generally available Chrome OS devices on the market and their flimsy-but-affordable Series 3 Chromebook is responsible for my initial interest in Chromebooks to … [Read more...] about Samsung is working on a QLED Chromebook ‘Nightfury’
Google Store Daily Special: $85 off a Nest Hub Max, Wi-Fi and Point speaker
Yesterday, Google made history by being the first company to bring Netflix to a smart display. You can now stream all of your favorite Netflix content to your Nest Hub and Hub Max to binge in whatever room you want. Today, Google is bringing you a Daily Special that takes full advantage of the Nest … [Read more...] about Google Store Daily Special: $85 off a Nest Hub Max, Wi-Fi and Point speaker
Deal Alert: Battle Chasers: Nightwar, Hack, Slash, Loot and more in Google Play Games sale this week!
It's that time of the week again! We've rounded up the best games that you can play on your Chromebook or Android phone! This week, we chose four games as our highlights because there were just too many great games to discuss. Rusted Warfare, a classic Command & Conquer clone, Cultist Simulator, … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Battle Chasers: Nightwar, Hack, Slash, Loot and more in Google Play Games sale this week!
Dark mode is finally here for WhatsApp on the web
Over the past couple years, dark mode has been top of mind for many users. The reasoning behind this is varied and some would cite gains in battery life or comfort when viewing content in dimly lit environments as basis for the obsession with all things dark mode, but the more realistic explanation … [Read more...] about Dark mode is finally here for WhatsApp on the web
Chrome OS 84 feature spotlight: Files app visual overhaul
The files app on Chrome OS has been largely unchanged for quite some time. The look has been consistent and the functionality has largely been left unchanged over the years. That's not to say there haven't been productivity enhancements like the addition of read-only volumes (think recent, audio, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 84 feature spotlight: Files app visual overhaul
At long last, you can finally watch Netflix on your Nest smart display
Last month, Xfinity brought support for casting to the company's Stream app, and in that update, the country's largest cable provider saw fit to include support for casting your favorite shows to smart displays such as the Nest Hub and Hub Max. At that time, the subject of Netflix popped up in the … [Read more...] about At long last, you can finally watch Netflix on your Nest smart display
