For many years at this point, we've all been able to use a variety of apps on a variety of devices with a variety of accounts. User interfaces have become more adept at this over that time to the point where, in apps like Gmail, you can simply swipe down on your avatar and move quickly through … [Read more...] about Twitter on the web just added a killer new feature
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AMD’s recently-announced mobile processors are already being put into Chromebooks
Apart from the cheap, slow, entry-level devices that shipped in 2019, we've really yet to see AMD fully embrace Chromebooks. Nothing close to the way Intel has, anyway. I've long thought AMD chips would be a great fit for Chrome OS as they are generally more affordable and offer similar processing … [Read more...] about AMD’s recently-announced mobile processors are already being put into Chromebooks
Samsung accidentally listed one bogus spec on its Galaxy Chromebook landing page
Out of nowhere, Samsung really stole the show for us at CES 2020 with the Galaxy Chromebook. Not only is this device gorgeous, it packs monster specs, cutting-edge design, next-gen hardware, and is likely to be the first Project Athena certified Chromebook to ship to customers. Like the … [Read more...] about Samsung accidentally listed one bogus spec on its Galaxy Chromebook landing page
ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 release date delayed yet again
From the moment we got hands on the ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 at CES 2020, we've been questioning when we could get one in the office for review. With the success of the Flip C434 and the Flip C302 before it, ASUS has built up quite the name in the Chromebook space when it comes to delivering a … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 release date delayed yet again
How to know if you should buy a Chromebook now or wait [VIDEO]
Chromebooks are still considered an emerging market. No, the idea of a laptop computer isn't new, but having a laptop that runs Google's Chrome OS still is for many. As the months wear on, we're getting more inquiries than ever about future Chromebook purchases. We've done a whole video on … [Read more...] about How to know if you should buy a Chromebook now or wait [VIDEO]
Sharing on Chrome for Android will be a little easier thanks to this new feature
A few days ago, Robby shared some interesting details about a couple of experimental sharing features in the Canary and Developer builds of Chrome for Android. There was one other feature hiding in one of his photos that he didn't mention but if you were keen enough to catch it, you may be wondering … [Read more...] about Sharing on Chrome for Android will be a little easier thanks to this new feature
Getting started with Linux apps on your Chromebook
We've spent a lot of time talking Crostini and Linux apps as of late but I realized that the average Chromebook user might be a little intimidated when we start talking about terminals, command lines and other Linux-y lingo. That prompted me to take a step back and try to consider what a first-time … [Read more...] about Getting started with Linux apps on your Chromebook
NVIDIA GeForce NOW loses some games but still gaining momentum
Since the surprise arrival of GeForce NOW a few weeks ago, the game streaming services has been through quite the roller coaster. From high-praise and a very open-armed welcome to some game studios flexing their right to pull down games, it's been a mix of good and bad for NVIDIA so far on this … [Read more...] about NVIDIA GeForce NOW loses some games but still gaining momentum
On the run to 100K: the biggest giveaway in Chrome Unboxed history
As many of you are aware, Chrome Unboxed is more than just this website. In fact, all of this started with YouTube and that channel has been continually growing alongside our website. We also produce a weekly podcast as well that fleshes out our offerings as a media production company. We've come … [Read more...] about On the run to 100K: the biggest giveaway in Chrome Unboxed history
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 resurfaces on Amazon for pre-order
As Robby shared a couple of weeks ago, ASUS shared with us that their timeline for the Flip C436 launch had hit some bumps in the road. While an Amazon listing originally slated the availability of the highly-anticipated convertible to be Feb. 24, ASUS stated that some minor delays would have the … [Read more...] about The ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 resurfaces on Amazon for pre-order
Chrome for Android is getting a custom share sheet, mysterious screenshot and image editor tool
While we've not written about it previously, the Chrome developer team has been hard at work designing a new share sheet specifically for Chrome on Android. It isn't exactly clear why the standard Android share sheet isn't good enough for Chrome, but the addition of a couple new features being … [Read more...] about Chrome for Android is getting a custom share sheet, mysterious screenshot and image editor tool
The new Google Assistant is finally coming to phones of G Suite users
When Google officially began shipping the new and updated Assistant on the Pixel 4 and 4 XL in October of last year, users were able to take advantage of the new, faster reactions of the Google Assistant on their phones. There were some caveats to the deal, however, and it turned into a bit of a … [Read more...] about The new Google Assistant is finally coming to phones of G Suite users
