Google has released quite a few smart speakers over the past few years. All of these speakers stem from the fantastic, original Google Home, however, and I'd still place it as my favorite all-around Google Home speaker available today. When we look at the smart speakers on offer from Google right … [Read more...] about The original Google Home is still my favorite smart speaker, and it is dirt cheap right now
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Lenovo adds the Ideapad 3 Chromebook 14 to its growing lineup
Yesterday was an exciting day for us as we saw the first real hints that Lenovo's Chromebook Duet tablet could make its way to market very, very soon. Ironically, I was digging around for more information on the highly-anticipated "Chromeblet" when I discovered another Chromebook from Lenovo that … [Read more...] about Lenovo adds the Ideapad 3 Chromebook 14 to its growing lineup
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet will be more widely-available than most
When it comes to Chromebook releases, there are a few things we expect on a semi-regular basis: unclear launch windows, delayed review units, spotty in-store availability, and few included markets. OK, that's maybe a bit harsh, but it is mostly-accurate to say that Chromebook releases and launches … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Duet will be more widely-available than most
Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet listings show up at multiple resellers
We're not the most patient folks around the Chrome Unboxed office. The day the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook launched, Robby made the 45-minute drive to the nearest Best Buy that had it in inventory and was back at the office by lunch. As excited as we were for the Galaxy, there is another device that … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet listings show up at multiple resellers
The best Google Assistant tips and tricks to help you around the house
Over the last couple of weeks, many of us are staying at home much more than normal and are trying to juggle remote work, distance learning with kids, and virtual hangouts with friends/family. If you have a Google smart speaker, a smart display, or Chromecast, you can put the Google Assistant to … [Read more...] about The best Google Assistant tips and tricks to help you around the house
How the Play Store could become Google’s one-stop-shop for all your Chromebook apps
I was very excited to post about the arrival of two very significant apps last week in the Play Store. Well, not the arrival of those apps, per se, but the arrival of their PWA counterparts in place of the standard offer Android APKs. The two apps highlighted were YouTube TV and Twitter, and both … [Read more...] about How the Play Store could become Google’s one-stop-shop for all your Chromebook apps
How-to: Adding Debian Backports to Chrome OS
In many cases, finding the Linux software you need for your Chromebook is as simple as using using apt install from the command line as the Debian Buster repository is full of common and popular packages used by many. However, there are occasions when the package you want doesn't exist in the stable … [Read more...] about How-to: Adding Debian Backports to Chrome OS
Taking Microsoft’s Editor Chrome extension for a test drive
I'm typing this right now as more of a test than anything. A test of what, you ask? A test of Microsoft's new Editor extension that is available not only for its in-house browser, but for Chrome as well. What is it, exactly? Consider it a Grammarly alternative, offered from Microsoft, that works … [Read more...] about Taking Microsoft’s Editor Chrome extension for a test drive
Stadia throws in two free months for Pro subscribers
If you're looking for some new ways to pass the time during this period of social distancing and self-isolation, Google has tossed out two free months to the Stadia gaming platform when you sign up for Stadia base. Honestly, I'd recommend signing up for anyone simply to give it a try. You'll get two … [Read more...] about Stadia throws in two free months for Pro subscribers
Nod extension brings simple, silent reactions to your Google Meet rooms
Chances are good that you, your kids or both have had to adopt some form of video chat software over the past few weeks. Rightfully so, video conferencing has seen exponential growth since millions have made the move to working from home and non-traditional homeschooling. Jumping into a video chat … [Read more...] about Nod extension brings simple, silent reactions to your Google Meet rooms
Hangouts takes another step towards the Google Graveyard
The story of Google Hangouts has been strange, for sure. I suppose that goes for any Google messaging platform, though, right? There's a certain rhythm to Google's messaging products, and it usually involves an exciting launch, a lukewarm reception, and an unceremonious death. Sure, maybe that's … [Read more...] about Hangouts takes another step towards the Google Graveyard
Breaking: Rumor has it Google is developing its own Chromebook and Pixel processors
Google's hardware game has been unsteady at best as it pertains to phones and Chromebooks. Early iterations of the Nexus line and the OG Pixel Chromebooks were always considered developmental products that we never truly targeted at consumers despite their cult-like popularity. As of late, Google … [Read more...] about Breaking: Rumor has it Google is developing its own Chromebook and Pixel processors
