As we wrap up 2019 and an entire decade, movement on Stadia continues to push forward full steam ahead. Though Google only promised a singular free game for Pro users each month, they've doubled-down on this each month since Stadia became official. Two free games were available at launch in … [Read more...] about Stadia Pro users need to claim this game before the decade ends as 2 new free titles roll out January 1
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Deal Alert: Over $100 off the premium ASUS Chromebook Flip C434
The holidays may be coming to a close but that doesn't mean that the deals have to end. Apart from another insane deal on the #MadeByGoogle Pixel Slate, you can find some significant savings on a wide variety of Chromebooks if you're willing to take the time to do some digging. Before the … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Over $100 off the premium ASUS Chromebook Flip C434
The Pixel Slate is the Chromebook to buy right now thanks to a crazy price drop
There are deals on Chromebooks, and then there are RIDICULOUS deals on Chromebooks. This one falls in the latter category, and it isn't the first time we've seen Google pull a stunt like this with this particular Chromebook. The only difference this time around is the fact that we have a firm end … [Read more...] about The Pixel Slate is the Chromebook to buy right now thanks to a crazy price drop
Our picks for the best Chromebooks of 2019 [VIDEO]
It's that time of year where we get a little bit reflective and sentimental about the year that has passed. 2019 has been a good one for Chromebooks and Chrome OS with a ton of great devices making their debuts along the way. We did something like this back in the middle of the year and we wanted … [Read more...] about Our picks for the best Chromebooks of 2019 [VIDEO]
— UPDATED — Move over Edge: Safari looks to be jumping on the Chromium bandwagon, too
UPDATE: According to some traffic over on Twitter, it looks like this whole thing is vaporware. It has been uncovered that the bug in question in the article below has nothing to do with Safari at all. The bug is still private and cannot be viewed by non-Google employees, but it appears that this … [Read more...] about — UPDATED — Move over Edge: Safari looks to be jumping on the Chromium bandwagon, too
We could finally see flagship Chromebooks with powerful AMD processors at CES
It has been a full 9 months since Gabriel unearthed the first signs of an AMD-powered Chromebook beginning development with the newer, more powerful Picasso chipset inside. That device was revealed to have the codename 'Zork' and all we knew about it at the time was the fact that it looked to be … [Read more...] about We could finally see flagship Chromebooks with powerful AMD processors at CES
If you just got a new Chromebook, here are 10 things you need to know to get started [VIDEO]
We spend a great deal of time here at Chrome Unboxed looking to the future, uncovering new devices and unearthing upcoming features for Chromebooks. We spend an equally-large amount of our time helping new users understand and make the most of their devices. Whether you have a Chromebook or … [Read more...] about If you just got a new Chromebook, here are 10 things you need to know to get started [VIDEO]
Chromebook Tip Tuesday: Powerwash your Chromebook from the lock screen [VIDEO]
Of all the tools available to the Chromebook user, the Powerwash is one of my favorites. The functionality isn't that big of a deal, really. In fact, nearly every device on the market has a factory reset of some sort at this point. The addition of this feature isn't standout or useful because it … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tip Tuesday: Powerwash your Chromebook from the lock screen [VIDEO]
Comet Lake Chromeboxes are headed our way: Hello ‘Puff’
Once upon a time, the Chromebox form-factor appeared to be on the endangered species list. However, two years later, the small Chrome OS desktop has seen a resurgence into the market with Kaby Lake boxes from most of the big-name Chromebook makers as well as new entrants from companies like CTL and … [Read more...] about Comet Lake Chromeboxes are headed our way: Hello ‘Puff’
Better Chromebook displays on the horizon as Ambient EQ becomes official
Earlier this year, the first signs of Ambient EQ for Chromebook screens were spotted in the repositories. The concept is quite simple really: with the proper sensors and software in place, screens can not only adapt the brightness in response to your environment, they can also adapt the color … [Read more...] about Better Chromebook displays on the horizon as Ambient EQ becomes official
Insane last-minute deal you can use to save $150 in-store on a Nest Hub and 2 Nest Minis
We are t-minus 30 hours or so until time is up for last-minute Christmas shopping this year. To be totally straightforward, we really only have about 24 hours left as most retailers will shut their doors early on Christmas Eve. Compile this issue with the fact that ordering online at this point is … [Read more...] about Insane last-minute deal you can use to save $150 in-store on a Nest Hub and 2 Nest Minis
You can now play Google Stadia on all Chromecast Ultras
Google has more good news for everyone with early access to Stadia. In a tweet last week, the official Google Stadia account announced an over-the-air firmware update that will allow for existing Chromecast Ultra devices to work with Stadia. This is great news for Stadia users like me who have … [Read more...] about You can now play Google Stadia on all Chromecast Ultras
