The way we consume video has changed a lot over the course of the last decade. We now watch videos on our mobile devices from anywhere and because of this, video content comes in a wide variety of formats. Google recognizes this shift and so last week their AI team announced 'AutoFlip' an … [Read more...] about Google ‘AutoFlip’ can resize video using AI
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Deals of the Day: 2 for 1 Nest Hubs and a portable Cast-enabled speaker for $35
It's Presidents' Day and to those chosen ones who lucked out and got the day off, I hope you make the most of the holiday. If shopping some sales is on your to-do list today, Best Buy has a couple of smart home offers you may want to check out. Both of these offers are part of Best Buy's "Deal of … [Read more...] about Deals of the Day: 2 for 1 Nest Hubs and a portable Cast-enabled speaker for $35
Chrome OS adding gesture tutorials to the “Out of the Box” setup
The setup process for Chrome OS or as it is formally known, OOBE (out of box experience), has changed significantly over the years. What was once a simple login screen and Chrome syncing has evolved to a near full-blown setup process as users are prompted to install and review Android apps, activate … [Read more...] about Chrome OS adding gesture tutorials to the “Out of the Box” setup
Presidents’ Day deals: Chromebooks, Google Home, Smart Displays and more
Presidents' Day will soon be upon us but you don't have to wait to save on some great tech. From Chromebooks to smart displays and more, we've rounded deals on some of our favorite hardware to save some time and some money. First up, the Chromebooks. Best Buy is offering discounts on a variety … [Read more...] about Presidents’ Day deals: Chromebooks, Google Home, Smart Displays and more
At $499, this Certified Pixelbook Go is the perfect alternative to buying new
Daily, I check every retailer we can think of to see if I can find a legitimate deal on Google's Pixelbook Go. With the exception of a decent promotion form Electronic Express, there simply hasn't been any discounts on Google's latest flagship Chromebook. One of the places I check regularly is Best … [Read more...] about At $499, this Certified Pixelbook Go is the perfect alternative to buying new
Chromebooks will soon have a PWA Help App
Chrome OS developers continue to make tweaks and refinements to the user experience and overall layout of how apps and settings are delivered on Chromebooks. Recent changes include things such as a new Media app, split settings from device and browser and a "What's New?" notification for when your … [Read more...] about Chromebooks will soon have a PWA Help App
Save $400 when you pair the Pixel Slate with the G-Type keyboard from Brydge
While I'm not one who's interested in using a tablet as my primary device, I can see how a lot of users would like to make the form-factor their primary device for daily tasks. I do like the idea of having a Chrome OS tablet within reach for occasional use and if I am to buy one, the Pixel Slate … [Read more...] about Save $400 when you pair the Pixel Slate with the G-Type keyboard from Brydge
3 web apps I use every single day on my Chromebook [VIDEO]
I get asked quite often what things I use on my Chromebook. The truth is, I leverage Android and Linux very little as I am a bit of a web purist. If I can accomplish a task via some sort of web service, that is where I am headed. When I started my Chromebook journey in 2011, this wasn't an easy … [Read more...] about 3 web apps I use every single day on my Chromebook [VIDEO]
The Chrome Cast 48: Google, Microsoft, Apple and the benefits of cloud computing
This week on The Chrome Cast, we talk quite a bit about why we feel like Chromebooks are great tools for tons of people. From their ability to leverage cloud services with aplomb to their rock-solid security, its easy to become a fan of Chrome OS once you understand its limits and learn to really … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 48: Google, Microsoft, Apple and the benefits of cloud computing
As Macbook malware continues to rise, Chromebooks remain a safe & secure bet
Across the internet this week, reports were widespread on the rise of malware for Mac OS. As a matter of fact, in Malwarebytes' latest State of Malware report, the company states that Mac OS malware is outpacing PC malware for the first time ever. In terms of sheer numbers, Malwarebytes reports a … [Read more...] about As Macbook malware continues to rise, Chromebooks remain a safe & secure bet
Score 14% cashback and enter to win $250 from Rakuten and Chrome Unboxed
Valentine's Day is here and love is in the air. Well, snow is in the air here but that's irrelevant. Regardless of what your plans are today, we've teamed up with our friends over at Rakuten to show you some cashback love and give you a chance at winning a $250 Visa Gift Card. Valentine's Day or … [Read more...] about Score 14% cashback and enter to win $250 from Rakuten and Chrome Unboxed
Microsoft’s Edge browser is speedy on Snapdragon, and that’s good news for Chromebooks
In a recent video from Dieter Bohn over at The Verge, he took the Surface Pro X for a spin a second time around, only instead of reviewing it as a Windows laptop hybrid, he used it more like a Chromebook. We talked about that whole process in a recent article and in that piece, I really leaned into … [Read more...] about Microsoft’s Edge browser is speedy on Snapdragon, and that’s good news for Chromebooks
