Of all the things we saw at CES 2020, one of the most impressive was the diminutive tablet from Lenovo that runs Chrome OS. At the show it was labeled the Lenovo Ideapad Duet Chromebook, but we were told by a representative that it will be marketed as the Lenovo Chromebook Duet here in the US when … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet tablet official data sheet reveals 2 distinct models
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The Chrome Cast 44: next-gen Chromebooks, Stadia and Steam on Chrome OS
As always, it was a packed week on The Chrome Cast this week. Coming off a crazy, busy, and exciting time in Las Vegas last week for CES 2020, we're still buzzing about all the new Chromebooks we saw. While you'll need to listen to last week's podcast to get all the info on those devices, we spend … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 44: next-gen Chromebooks, Stadia and Steam on Chrome OS
Google announces more games and features on the way for Stadia in 2020
In the short time that Stadia has been officially available, there have been many announcements and new features added. As a matter of fact, in thier first community post of the year, the folks behind Google's streaming game platform took a moment to reflect on all that has been delivered in the … [Read more...] about Google announces more games and features on the way for Stadia in 2020
Official Steam support could be headed to Chromebooks
I have been a Steam gamer for about as long as I can remember and ever since I got my hands on my first Chromebook (the 3G HP Chromebook 14), I've longed for a simple way to play games like Day of Defeat on Chrome OS. Thank goodness for Crouton. It was hacky, for sure but it made my Chromebook a … [Read more...] about Official Steam support could be headed to Chromebooks
How Intel’s Project Athena is powering the future of Chromebooks
At CES 2020 during Intel's keynote, the chip maker spent a great deal of time discussing and outlining the progress made on the Project Athena front with 25 devices already in the market and at least 25 more planned for 2020. They took the time to not only outline exactly what the Project Athena … [Read more...] about How Intel’s Project Athena is powering the future of Chromebooks
Crostini Linux disk space resizing is coming to Chrome OS
In its current state, the Crostini project that brought Linux containers to Chrome OS still feels a bit rough around the edges. It has come a long way and it is viable for a number of use-cases but it isn't without its shortcomings. One such deficiency is the fact that Crostini when installed, … [Read more...] about Crostini Linux disk space resizing is coming to Chrome OS
Google adds subtle change to make search results more recognizable
The word 'Google' has become so many things at this point. It is the name of a globally-recognized advertising company, a hardware manufacturer, a software maker, a services provider, a cloud computing juggernaut, and lest we forget, a search engine. Core to all the things Google does as a company … [Read more...] about Google adds subtle change to make search results more recognizable
Lenovo launches second Chrome OS Tablet alongside refreshed EDU Chromebooks
CES 2020 is a wrap but we've barely scratched the surface of all the Chrome OS devices that will land this year. In a little under a week, educators and tech companies will converge on London for the annual BETT conference where the latest classroom technology will be on display for the world to … [Read more...] about Lenovo launches second Chrome OS Tablet alongside refreshed EDU Chromebooks
Last Call: Act fast and score this premium detachable Chromebook for $262
I'll skip the pleasantries and my usual rigmarole because this deal ends in three hours and I don't want to waste any of your precious time. The deals website Woot! has once again listed the factory reconditioned HP Chromebook X2 for an insanely low price and it comes with a 90-day warranty from … [Read more...] about Last Call: Act fast and score this premium detachable Chromebook for $262
Apparently you can buy the Stadia Controller in the Google Store if you know where to look
The Stadia Controller is one of the best gaming controllers that I have ever used. I will admit, I am not a big gamer but do I appreciate good design and the Stadia controller is a design achievement. If you bought a Founders or Premier Edition bundle, you will have received one of these controllers … [Read more...] about Apparently you can buy the Stadia Controller in the Google Store if you know where to look
Google testing non-Pixel phones for use with Stadia
One of the coolest premises Google's Stadia operates under is the idea of taking your AAA game titles on the road with you by virtue of playing on a phone or tablet. The problem thus far is the lack of availability on anything other than the Pixel line of phones. With Google's own handsets making … [Read more...] about Google testing non-Pixel phones for use with Stadia
ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 gets a beautiful landing page and promo video
It looks like it is full steam ahead for all the Chromebooks we saw at CES 2020 and one of the most interesting of them all is the new ASUS Chromebook Flip C436. When the Flip C434 was unveiled just about a year ago, we celebrated ASUS' return to making flagship Chromebooks and the enticing idea … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 gets a beautiful landing page and promo video
