One of the most exciting features to recently land in Chrome OS, in our opinion, has been the addition of Virtual Desks. Known as virtual desktops in general computer-speak, Chrome OS Virtual Vesks simply creates additional "desktops" where users can organize their work and keep various projects … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 83 brings persistent Virtual Desks
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The Chrome Cast 63: Chrome OS 83, Desktop-class apps, and tons of Chromebooks in the works
This week on The Chrome Cast we have so much to talk about that we actually had to bump a few things over to next week's episode. We'll obviously be discussing those things and more next week, but for this week we talked about the impact Krita could have on desktop-class applications on Chrome OS … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 63: Chrome OS 83, Desktop-class apps, and tons of Chromebooks in the works
Google’s Duo can now be used on tablets and Chromebooks without a phone number
Google has been putting in work when it comes to adding new and necessary features to the company's various messaging platforms. Just recently, Google expanded its enterprise-focused Meet video conferencing to include any and all users with a Gmail account. This came at a pinnacle point in time as … [Read more...] about Google’s Duo can now be used on tablets and Chromebooks without a phone number
Stadia will deliver a whopping six new free games for pro subscribers in June
As Stadia continues to mature, I keep finding more and more I love about the service. More titles keep pouring in and better functionality continues to show up month after month as the team builds the streaming game platform into the most cohesive, best-performing online game service you can … [Read more...] about Stadia will deliver a whopping six new free games for pro subscribers in June
Google Play Store Begins Showing Gameplay Videos for Listings and Why That’s a Big Deal
Today, Google Play listings for games started to show Youtube content in a section simply titled 'Watch Others Play'. This feature doesn't yet show on any of our devices and seems to be some sort of A/B testing for now. Here's why this is a big deal for mobile gamers! The team over at Android … [Read more...] about Google Play Store Begins Showing Gameplay Videos for Listings and Why That’s a Big Deal
Pew, pew! Show me your PUBG Mobile setup
Hey there! I can't tell you how excited I am that you're here. On behalf of our entire team, we sincerely hope that Gaming Unboxed will become your #1 source for gaming on the go. I know we're excited to get this new endeavor underway and we're ecstatic that you've chosen to come along for the ride. … [Read more...] about Pew, pew! Show me your PUBG Mobile setup
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet’s performance proves it is time for a new Chromebit
Anyone remember the Chromebit? As in the singular, one-time, tried-once Chromebit? It's OK if you don't. Quite a few years ago, though, ASUS worked with Google and devised a small HDMI dongle with just enough guts inside to run Chrome OS and marketed it as a Chromebit. The thing was the size of … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Duet’s performance proves it is time for a new Chromebit
Most of Google’s ‘Built-in’ Games Are Underrated
I honestly don't expect most people have tried Google's 'built-in' games much at all. They come pre-shipped with Android and Chrome OS devices and are basically Google Play Instant games or web apps. You can find them in the Google Play Games app. When you open the app, you'll have a carousel of … [Read more...] about Most of Google’s ‘Built-in’ Games Are Underrated
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 remaster would be so rad on Stadia
A couple of weeks ago, Activision announced the first two Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater games were getting remastered and were set to release on September 4th, 2020. Like many 20-something-year-olds, I was ecstatic and proceeded to watch the trailer multiple times in a row with my mouth wide open, … [Read more...] about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 remaster would be so rad on Stadia
Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook unboxing and initial impressions
It's been a full 5 months since I had any time to spend with the Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook in Las Vegas at CES 2020, and in that time, I'd honestly almost completely forgotten what this Chromebook felt like in the flesh. I wrote a piece last week about my realization that I under-valued the Flex 5 … [Read more...] about Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook unboxing and initial impressions
[Update] Chrome OS 83 has arrived and it’s chock-full of updates
Just a couple of days behind schedule, version 83 of Chrome OS has started to roll out to users on the Stable channel. Since Chrome OS 82 was skipped entirely, this update was shuffled around a bit and because of the gap in releases, 83 contains a stockpile of updates and new features. We'll be … [Read more...] about [Update] Chrome OS 83 has arrived and it’s chock-full of updates
Check your email, some YouTube Premium members can score a free Nest Mini
I awoke this morning to a surprise email from YouTube letting me know that I had a free Nest Mini smart speaker waiting for me at the Google Store. This isn't the first time that Google has pawned off some free Assistant speakers to users of the company's paid subscription services. This is the … [Read more...] about Check your email, some YouTube Premium members can score a free Nest Mini
