We wrote about some strange additions and flags not long ago that caused us to believe the Chrome OS devs were up to some new navigation tricks for Chrome OS tablet mode. It all makes sense, really: take existing UI models and make them available across all platforms so users are less confused when … [Read more...] about More evidence of Android 10 gesture navigation coming to Chrome OS tablets
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Google Home devices are being bricked left and right. What now? [UPDATE]
Software updates are a funny thing. Something intended to make a product better and more secure can occasionally produce less-than-favorable results. The latest firmware update for a couple of Google Home devices, unfortunately, has done the latter and the fallout is nothing short of a train wreck. … [Read more...] about Google Home devices are being bricked left and right. What now? [UPDATE]
You can now ask Google Assistant to move your media between rooms
It is hard to believe that not long ago, listening to music in your house was limited to Bluetooth speakers or clunky home entertainment systems with lots of messy wires. With the introduction of smart speakers and smart displays, we can now enjoy music and videos in any room with products like … [Read more...] about You can now ask Google Assistant to move your media between rooms
Yes, NordVPN was hacked; no, your data and privacy were not compromised
News has been going around the past week making a big fuss over a hack that happened on one of NordVPN's servers. In the way news cycles tend to do, this only caused a ton of fear, uncertainty and doubt. Were your private browsing sessions all compromised? Was your data compromised? Are you as a … [Read more...] about Yes, NordVPN was hacked; no, your data and privacy were not compromised
How Spotify Premium subscribers can score a free Google Home Mini
Google's latest Nest smart-home products are quite impressive but that doesn't mean the original Home isn't worthy of finding a place in your home. Besides, who doesn't like free stuff? Right? Well, if you are an existing or new Spotify Premium subscriber, you can pick up a free #madebygoogle Home … [Read more...] about How Spotify Premium subscribers can score a free Google Home Mini
Lenovo’s new colorful Chromebook line is now (mostly) available
Google is looking to make a splash with its latest entrant into the Chrome OS space. The upcoming "Not Pink" version of the Pixelbook Go is the companies first attempt as a more colorful device that is aimed at "the user on the go." However, the Pixelbook Go isn't the first device to add a unique … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s new colorful Chromebook line is now (mostly) available
Deal Alert: Grab the powerful ASUS Chromebook C425 and save $120
So, you're in the market for a new Chromebook and you want a fair amount of power without breaking the bank. Perhaps you've considered the all-new Pixelbook Go but $650+ is more than you're ready to spend. No worries. Amazon has an incredible deal on an ASUS clamshell that will score you the exact … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Grab the powerful ASUS Chromebook C425 and save $120
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 is shaping up to be its most premium Chromebook yet
It would be an understatement to say that ASUS' Chromebook strategy has been a bit odd of late. When they debuted their very-excellent Flip C434 back in January at CES 2019, it seemed they had a clear vision as to what constituted a great Chromebook. The Flip C434 was and is a great example of a … [Read more...] about The ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 is shaping up to be its most premium Chromebook yet
Lenovo’s 4K Chromebook hits one of the lowest prices we’ve ever seen
Until the Pixelbook Go starts shipping in its Core i7 4K variation, Lenovo still holds the title of the only 4K Chromebook in town. Even when that version of the Pixelbook Go does become available, Lenovo will still be the only 15.6-inch 4K Chromebook on offer and likely will be for the foreseeable … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s 4K Chromebook hits one of the lowest prices we’ve ever seen
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 is officially available and it’s on sale
ASUS' latest convertible, the Flip C433, came out of nowhere and we're still having a hard time putting our finger on where this thing is going to live in the Chrome OS space that's rapidly becoming flooded with "premium" devices in the $400 range. We'll save our final thoughts for Robby's review … [Read more...] about The ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 is officially available and it’s on sale
Pixelbook Go listing in the Google Store hints at Adobe Premiere Rush release
Adobe Premiere Rush is the dangling carrot that has been just out of reach for Chromebook users everywhere for well over a year at this point. To be fair, Adobe only previewed the cross-platform application when it debuted in June of 2018, but the path from that debut took nearly a year for … [Read more...] about Pixelbook Go listing in the Google Store hints at Adobe Premiere Rush release
Lights Out: Chrome OS Dark Mode draws near
Google's developers have been working diligently on creating "Dark Mode" for all the things and the latest update to the Developer channel of Chrome OS brings us one step closer to a system-wide black out of all things Chrome. Much of the work is focused on bringing a Dark Mode to the web that will … [Read more...] about Lights Out: Chrome OS Dark Mode draws near
