Chrome 79 for Android and Desktop arrived this week and with the updated, Google has added and enhanced a couple of features to keep your online browsing sessions a little more secure. The updates began rolling out on Tuesday and will be making their way to users over the next few days. Password … [Read more...] about Chrome 79 adds better phishing protection and integrated password checkup
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Google’s RCS Chat now widely available and you can use it on your Chromebook too
Just yesterday, Google made good on a promise from about a month ago when they announced that RCS Chat (the data-driven replacement for SMS text messages) would finally begin arriving on Android phones with or without carrier involvement. While I'm not sure exactly how this is happening, it seems … [Read more...] about Google’s RCS Chat now widely available and you can use it on your Chromebook too
This is the best 15-inch Chromebook for your money [VIDEO]
I've said it again and again: price informs our opinions of a device. When there are multiple decent options, the more affordable one tends to be favored over the others. Regardless of whether you are a deal seeker or just a general shopper, everyone loves a great deal. Though this 15-inch … [Read more...] about This is the best 15-inch Chromebook for your money [VIDEO]
Chromebook Tip Tuesday: The best Chromebook trackpad gesture most people don’t know about [VIDEO]
One of my absolute favorite parts of using Chrome OS over the years has undoubtedly been the trackpad gestures. In a time when Windows didn't really support any sort of gestures on its terrible selection of available trackpads, Chromebooks entered the scene with input methods that were much closer … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tip Tuesday: The best Chromebook trackpad gesture most people don’t know about [VIDEO]
The latest Linux kernel is headed to Chromebooks in the very near future and that’s a big deal
For those of you who may not be familiar with the subject, Google's Chrome OS that powers millions of Chromebooks is built on the Linux kernel. I'll save you the long-winded explanation of what the Linux kernel is and how it works for two reasons. One, it would take all day. Two, I'm not a developer … [Read more...] about The latest Linux kernel is headed to Chromebooks in the very near future and that’s a big deal
What the upcoming Snapdragon Chromebook ‘Trogdor’ could look like
Since Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit last week, we've been digging around in the commits a bit more looking for more clues surrounding the 'Trogdor' baseboard that is housing the Qualcomm SC7180 processor. That processor, if you recall, is thought to be the new Snapdragon 7c chip that was just … [Read more...] about What the upcoming Snapdragon Chromebook ‘Trogdor’ could look like
These popular security and shopping extensions aren’t as safe as you might think
Browser extensions can be awesome tools to enhance productivity, security and even online shopping but the unfortunate reality is that these "add-ons" can often be wolves in sheep's clothing. In some cases, extensions from the Chrome Web Store and other browser shops can carry with them malicious … [Read more...] about These popular security and shopping extensions aren’t as safe as you might think
Upcoming Chromebook ‘Jinlon’ getting a mysterious feature we’ve not seen before
It isn't often these days that we see a new Chromebook board show up with a feature we've never seen in a Chrome OS device. With the 'Hatch' family of devices on the way and their laundry list of features we're already aware of, it almost feels as though there's not much left to learn about these … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chromebook ‘Jinlon’ getting a mysterious feature we’ve not seen before
Google Photos getting the ability to add blur to any photo on Pixel first
Google has announced today that over and above the standard monthly security updates, Pixel users can now expect to receive larger updates to make their phones more useful via Pixel feature drops. According to Google: Your phone should get better over time. Your Pixel automatically updates … [Read more...] about Google Photos getting the ability to add blur to any photo on Pixel first
How to install Microsoft Outlook on a Chromebook as a PWA
One of the issues many adults face when choosing to try out a Chromebook is the integration - or lack thereof - with known software properties like Microsoft Office. For users in my general age bracket, we all grew up using Windows in school, college, and then in a work environment. We used it … [Read more...] about How to install Microsoft Outlook on a Chromebook as a PWA
This Google Assistant smart display bundle is nearly $200 off but the deal ends today
Lenovo continues to drop new Green Monday deals each hour as the day passes and the latest promotion will score you a smart display bundle that's valued at over $300 but you'll only pay $139.99 and the best part is that one of the displays is my personal favorite, the Lenovo Smart Clock. The … [Read more...] about This Google Assistant smart display bundle is nearly $200 off but the deal ends today
It’s Green Monday and Lenovo is selling this rugged, kid-proof Chromebook for only $189
Green Monday is the retail industry's follow-up to Cyber Monday that attempts to keep holiday sales up through the month of December. It takes some hunting around but over the past few years, this newest of deal days can uproot some serious savings if you know where to look. Lenovo is looking to … [Read more...] about It’s Green Monday and Lenovo is selling this rugged, kid-proof Chromebook for only $189
