Google's Collections aren't exactly a new feature. They've been around for quite some time without a whole lot of the spotlight shined on them. As is per usual for Google, this is one of countless little hidden features that users don't tend to know about or use on a regular basis. As it turns … [Read more...] about Google’s new AI-powered Collections are awesome, useful, and missing a huge key feature
Support our independent tech coverage. Chrome Unboxed is written by real people, for real people—not search algorithms. Join Chrome Unboxed Plus for just $2 a month to get an ad-free experience, access to our private Discord, and more. Learn more about membership here.
START FREE TRIAL (MONTHLY)START FREE TRIAL (ANNUAL)
These AirSound Max TWS earbuds are perfect Chromebook accessories and they’re $80 off
With the onslaught of next-generation Chromebooks headed our way, it's high time we got excited about Bluetooth 5.0 and what it means for Chrome OS. What once was the bane of many Chromebook user's existences could soon be nothing but a fading memory. With the cost of TWS (True Wireless Stereo) … [Read more...] about These AirSound Max TWS earbuds are perfect Chromebook accessories and they’re $80 off
“Quick Answers” on Chrome OS now live in the Canary Channel
Back in early December, 9to5Google's resident code sleuth Kyle Bradshaw uncovered a new feature in the works for Chrome OS that would quickly give users access to quick info about the selected text on a webpage. The flag, #enable-quick-answers, has been in the Canary channel of Chrome OS for some … [Read more...] about “Quick Answers” on Chrome OS now live in the Canary Channel
Google’s Chromebook site gets gorgeous landing pages for Lenovo and Samsung’s latest Chromebooks
It already feels like it's been a little while since we had our hands-on time with all the new Chromebooks announced at CES 2020. In reality, it has only been about 3 weeks, but if absence makes the heart grow fonder, these three weeks have only increased my excitement level for all the new devices … [Read more...] about Google’s Chromebook site gets gorgeous landing pages for Lenovo and Samsung’s latest Chromebooks
Manage audio and video with new media hub in desktop Chrome
As someone who uses both a Chromebook and a Macbook on a daily basis, there are certain features in Chrome OS that I miss every time I log into another operating system. One prime example is media controls. The new media controls and notifications in Chrome OS that were introduced back in August are … [Read more...] about Manage audio and video with new media hub in desktop Chrome
Google debuts new Chromebook App Hub features at BETT 2020
Among the many announcements that came out of BETT 2020 in London, Google has unveiled a number of updates to the Chromebook App Hub. The app shop designed for educators features not only applications from learning and creation but a plethora of "ideas" to help inspire teachers to make the most out … [Read more...] about Google debuts new Chromebook App Hub features at BETT 2020
The Chrome Cast 45: 2020 Chromebooks get an extended lease on life
This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend quite a bit talking through some of the potential impact the new 2020 Chromebook lineup will have on the ecosystem as a whole. Apart from the beautiful and powerful and rugged devices we've already had hands-on time with, the entire group of new Chromebooks … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 45: 2020 Chromebooks get an extended lease on life
Two years later, the Google Home Max is still worth your money
This isn't a review, per se, but a look back on all the time we've spent with one of the most-used pieces of tech in our office. Like a good refrigerator or washing machine, devices like the Google Home Max can become so embedded in your day-to-day routine that it becomes easy to forget how … [Read more...] about Two years later, the Google Home Max is still worth your money
CTL adds a touch of color to their already awesome Chromebox CBX1C
CTL is moving and shaking with new products dropping left and right. Earlier this month, the Oregon-based tech company announced their latest Chromebooks for the classroom, the NL71 series that are powered by the latest Gemini Lake-R processors from Intel. CTL makes some great rugged devices for the … [Read more...] about CTL adds a touch of color to their already awesome Chromebox CBX1C
This is the affordable Stadia controller phone mount you should buy
In a world dominated by sales, advertising, and more selection than most of us can even fully comprehend, it is rare that I can title a post this simple and this direct. However, that is exactly the case today and I'm excited to share the quick story behind this new phone mount option for the … [Read more...] about This is the affordable Stadia controller phone mount you should buy
LastPass admits self-inflicted wound after accidental deletion of their Chrome Extension
If you've been frantically hunting around the Chrome Web Store for the LastPass Password Manager extension, you probably realized quickly that it was nowhere to be found. In what can only be described as a Monty Python, Holy Grail pre-credits bungle, LastPass has somehow managed to "accidentally" … [Read more...] about LastPass admits self-inflicted wound after accidental deletion of their Chrome Extension
Google’s new ad layouts in search results are deceptively good looking
It wasn't that long ago that Google made a very clear distinction between regular, organic search results and those that show up as a result of being a targeted ad. As a matter of fact, Google's search ads (though they showed up at the top of the search results page) were encased in a different … [Read more...] about Google’s new ad layouts in search results are deceptively good looking
