As Chrome OS continues to mature in nearly every area, it now appears that Chromium developers are getting ahead of the curve by prepping for the yet-to-be-released USB4™ standard. Never heard of USB4™? You probably aren't alone. Most consumers are just getting comfortable with USB … [Read more...] about Chrome OS prepares to embrace USB 4.0
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Lenovo Chrome OS Tablet testing confirmed and it won’t be alone
A few days ago over in the Chrome OS Reddit thread, a somewhat-questionable post showed up by a Lenovo employee offering test units of an upcoming Chrome OS tablet with the option for the testers to keep the tablet after the trial period. There was a bit back-and-forth about whether the offer was … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chrome OS Tablet testing confirmed and it won’t be alone
How you can use the Google Assistant on the Stadia controller right now
Among the things Stadia didn't deliver on day one was the Google Assistant functionality that should be front-and-center in the core Stadia experience. The button has been right there on the controller since day one, but it didn't do anything up until now. Though limited in its usability at the … [Read more...] about How you can use the Google Assistant on the Stadia controller right now
Cyber Week Deals: Get $100 off the Acer Chromebook Spin 15
Black Friday is safely in the rearview and Cyber Monday deals are winding down but after a record online shopping day in the U.S. However, there are still deals to be had on Chromebooks, Nest devices and more if you're still working down your holiday gift list. Best Buy is still running some decent … [Read more...] about Cyber Week Deals: Get $100 off the Acer Chromebook Spin 15
Chromebook Tip Tuesday: how to manage your audio outputs [VIDEO]
If you are new to Chromebook or don't often plug in peripherals to your devices, perhaps you aren't familiar with external audio and how it gets handled and routed on a Chromebook. For those unfamiliar with the process, it can be a frustrating scenario when you've plugged in an external monitor and … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tip Tuesday: how to manage your audio outputs [VIDEO]
Don’t miss these Cyber Week deals on YouTube TV and YouTube Premium
There are times here and there where I find myself in a situation where I have to watch an ad on YouTube or am at a relative's house that still has satellite TV. In those moments when I experience what consuming video content without YouTube Premium and YouTube TV is like, I'm reminded of how much … [Read more...] about Don’t miss these Cyber Week deals on YouTube TV and YouTube Premium
Cyber Monday Last Call: Up to $150 off Samsung Chromebooks plus 15% cashback
Cyber Monday is coming to a close but it's not too late to score a great deal on a new Chromebook and get some cashback in your pocket. Thanks to Rakuten (Ebates), you can get an extra 15% cashback when you shop Samsung's Cyber Monday deals which include discounts of up to $150 on select … [Read more...] about Cyber Monday Last Call: Up to $150 off Samsung Chromebooks plus 15% cashback
Google responds quickly with a fix for an irritating Pixelbook Go issue
Just a few days ago, we reported on a widespread issue affecting countless Pixelbook Go users. The reported problem we've all experienced here at Chrome Unboxed is hard to pin down, but it is some form of screen aberration that happens with varying consistency. Hours can pass without seeing the … [Read more...] about Google responds quickly with a fix for an irritating Pixelbook Go issue
A lucky few are getting a mysterious HP Chromebook x360 with a Core i5 in place of the i3 they purchased
You can chalk this one up to questionable at best, but there is some pretty staunch evidence that HP is shipping Chromebook x360 14s with a Core i5 instead of the Core i3 that is listed online. To be clear, this is the exact same HP Chromebook x360 14 that has been on the market for over a year at … [Read more...] about A lucky few are getting a mysterious HP Chromebook x360 with a Core i5 in place of the i3 they purchased
Nab this rugged Chromebook E3 on sale and score 6-months of Disney+ for free
One of the latest perks for new Chromebook owners is a 3-month free trial to Disney+, the much-anticipated streaming platform that arrived just last month to the tune of 10 million+ subscribers. If you happen to be in the market for a rugged device and looking for a great deal, Sector Five has … [Read more...] about Nab this rugged Chromebook E3 on sale and score 6-months of Disney+ for free
Cyber Monday Deals: Save up to $339 on these Google Home Max bundles
Most of the Black Friday smart home deals have been in full effect since last week and will continue through the end of today, a.k.a. Cyber Monday. If you're in the market for some new Google Assistant speakers, there is no shortage of deals to be had but the smart home site Tink has some serious … [Read more...] about Cyber Monday Deals: Save up to $339 on these Google Home Max bundles
Want a Pixelbook Go? $133 in-store cashback says you should head to Rakuten right now
This deal only lasts until midnight so I'll keep it short and sweet. Unfortunately, we didn't see any Black Friday deals on the Pixelbook Go but thanks to Rakuten's site-wide Super Points promotion, you can still score some serious cashback to spend on your choice of thousands of products. The … [Read more...] about Want a Pixelbook Go? $133 in-store cashback says you should head to Rakuten right now
