Chrome OS is updated roughly every six weeks when we're not in the middle of something like a pandemic, and it is always lovely to see that update prompt when it hits. Diving into the latest version of the OS is fun and usually filled with all sorts of updates and surprises both on a functional and … [Read more...] about This small update proves the Chrome OS team is listening to users even in the minutiae
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Deal Alert: Massive Google Play Publisher Sale. Cytus II, The Escapist Series and More
This week, many developers have placed a handful of their games on sale on the Google Play store for your enjoyment on your Android phone or tablet or your Chromebook. While there is a lot to look at this week, we wanted to mention that we really enjoyed Whispering Willows, Cytus II, The Escapist 2: … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Massive Google Play Publisher Sale. Cytus II, The Escapist Series and More
Chrome OS 83 breaking Samsung Galaxy Chromebook screens, try this to fix it [VIDEO]
One of the primary benefits to being a Chrome OS user is you get to buy devices from different manufacturers that fit your budget, preferences, and style while knowing you are going to continually get updates to the operating system directly from Google. For many users on the Google side of things, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 83 breaking Samsung Galaxy Chromebook screens, try this to fix it [VIDEO]
T-Mobile wants you to “Get Thanked” with 3 months of Stadia Pro
Google's streaming game platform, Stadia, appears to be grasping at straws to build its player base and that's unfortunate. The tech behind Stadia is mind-blowing and the titles available offer a decent sampling for a variety of gaming tastes. Still, Stadia has yet to take the world by storm as we … [Read more...] about T-Mobile wants you to “Get Thanked” with 3 months of Stadia Pro
T-Mobile subscribers, grab 3 months of Stadia Pro for free
Stadia just dropped five new Pro games for the month of June and a sixth title, The Elder Scrolls Online: Greymoor will roll out on the 16th. Even if you aren't ready to bite the bullet and invest in a Stadia controller or commit to the $9.99 Pro subscription, there is a ton of great content to be … [Read more...] about T-Mobile subscribers, grab 3 months of Stadia Pro for free
[UPDATE: EXPIRED] Google Cuts Stadia Pro Free Trial In Half, Today Is Your Last Day To Claim Two Months
For reasons unknown, Google will change their Stadia Pro trial structure tomorrow to give new players who sign up only one month for free instead of two. It could be due to the fact that I held on to two Stadia Buddy Passes and failed to give them away, saddening the Stadia gods in the process. If … [Read more...] about [UPDATE: EXPIRED] Google Cuts Stadia Pro Free Trial In Half, Today Is Your Last Day To Claim Two Months
Stadia Prepares to Offer Touch Controls, Party Chat, Game Demos and More
Stadia has yet to implement the long desired Family Sharing feature which would allow you to share your games with those in your Google Family Group, but now we get word that they're getting ready to implement a whole slew of new features. First reported by 9to5 Google's Stadia APK teardown, it's … [Read more...] about Stadia Prepares to Offer Touch Controls, Party Chat, Game Demos and More
[UPDATE: Claim now]Stadia Pro Subscribers Get Six Free Games For June! Here They Are
The new month is almost upon us and the Stadia team dropped a bombshell by announcing that Stadia Pro subscribers will be receiving not two, not three but six free games for the month of June! Let's take a look at what you get. Remember, Stadia Pro is only $9.99 per month and once you sign up you … [Read more...] about [UPDATE: Claim now]Stadia Pro Subscribers Get Six Free Games For June! Here They Are
Waiting For Diablo Immortal On Your Chromebook? Play the Original Through Your Web Browser Right Now
While Diablo Immortal has received a lot of negative attention since it was announced at Blizzcon 2018, (Do YoU gUyS nOt HaVe PhOnEs?), we believe that it deserves a chance. It can find a great home on Chromebooks which are personal computers if they just add keyboard and mouse support. Anyways, … [Read more...] about Waiting For Diablo Immortal On Your Chromebook? Play the Original Through Your Web Browser Right Now
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet has a big problem, but it has nothing to do with its specs or hardware
We're getting to the point where we're a few weeks out from the unveiling of the very-popular, highly-sought-after Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet. For months we've been awaiting the Chrome OS tablet and when it did arrive, apart from one place where I find it to be lacking, this device delivers more … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Duet has a big problem, but it has nothing to do with its specs or hardware
Absolutely Everything You Need to Know About Odin: Valhalla Rising
Odin: Valhalla Rising, originally going by the name of 'Project Odin', is an upcoming Korean MMORPG for PC, Android, iOS and Chrome OS that's being developed in Unreal Engine 4 by Lionheart Studios which was founded by Kim Jae Young. The game releases later next year and will be based on Norse … [Read more...] about Absolutely Everything You Need to Know About Odin: Valhalla Rising
Here Are Your Play Pass Games for June, but Google Has Some Explaining To Do
While Google's Play Pass always seems to offer at least the $4.99 in value that they charge you each month, we can't help but feel it is aiming to do just that and no more. For the month of June, Google adds only a few games to the lineup valued at only $9. To make matters worse, their Play Store … [Read more...] about Here Are Your Play Pass Games for June, but Google Has Some Explaining To Do
