Google has been known to give away all sorts of stuff to those who use their various apps and services. Google One subscribers can occasionally open up their app to find goodies such as $0.99 movie rentals. Qualifying owners of a new Chromebook can often find some sweet rewards via Google's … [Read more...] about Check your Google Apps. There may be a free Google Home Mini waiting for you
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The Chrome Cast 31: Google’s hardware event is still leaking
This week on The Chrome Cast, we're talking about even more leaked items that have bubbled to the surface in the last week before Google's big hardware event. Along with the Pixel 4, Pixelbook Go, Google Nest Home Mini, and Pixelbuds 2, we now have rumors floating around about a Pixel Watch and a … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 31: Google’s hardware event is still leaking
Deal Alert: $200 scores you this rugged, touchscreen Chromebook E3
If you look to refurbs or perhaps devices that are rocking three and four-year-old processors, it isn't difficult to find a Chromebook for around $200. Now, if you're in the market for a newer-generation Chromebook that has mil-spec durability and plenty of features, you'll be lucky to get out the … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $200 scores you this rugged, touchscreen Chromebook E3
Dell Latitude Chromebook Enterprise 5300 unboxing and first impressions [VIDEO]
Just today, FEDEX stopped by to drop off the newly-released Dell Latitude Chromebook Enterprise 5300 on our doorstep. If you recall, this Chromebook is the first in a new line of devices dubbed Chromebook Enterprise and these new Chromebooks come with all sorts of enterprise-ready features like … [Read more...] about Dell Latitude Chromebook Enterprise 5300 unboxing and first impressions [VIDEO]
Upcoming change will make Linux gaming a reality on Chromebooks
Linux on Chrome OS, a.ka. Crostini has primarily focused on creating a viable path for developers to adopt Chromebooks as a primary device. The addition of GPU support did a lot to advance that goal but there's still a large group of Linux users that could benefit from Crostini if this latest update … [Read more...] about Upcoming change will make Linux gaming a reality on Chromebooks
Breaking: Feast your eyes on the Pixelbook Go [VIDEO]
We've been saying it for a few weeks now, but 9to5Google is just on a roll when it comes to leaks and exclusives surrounding the next #madebyGoogle hardware event slated for October 15th. While that is only 5 days away at this point, there's definitely time for a few more leaks. This time, it is … [Read more...] about Breaking: Feast your eyes on the Pixelbook Go [VIDEO]
New Chrome OS Files App feature takes a major step towards Chrome OS & Android unification
One of the longest-running complaints I've had with Android apps on Chromebooks is the lack of consistency across the board from a UI standpoint. From separate app stores to multiple ways to add accounts, Android has always had a bolted-on feel when being utilized on a Chromebook. Even the way … [Read more...] about New Chrome OS Files App feature takes a major step towards Chrome OS & Android unification
HP joins the fray with three “new” Chrome Enterprise devices
In late August, Dell and Google got together to debut the all-new "chrome enterprise" platform that offers business-centric Chrome OS devices to companies with support for goodies such as built-in management licenses and software to aid in the integration of cloud services. Since then, the Chrome … [Read more...] about HP joins the fray with three “new” Chrome Enterprise devices
Dratini & Dragonair: Six new Comet Lake Chromebooks in the works
Did we mention that there are a TON of new Chromebooks headed our way over the next 6-12 months? As it sits, we're tracking no less than a half dozen Chromebooks that will be powered by Intel's 10th gen Comet Lake processors. Today, we've uncovered two more devices built on the Hatch baseboard and … [Read more...] about Dratini & Dragonair: Six new Comet Lake Chromebooks in the works
ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 now available and shipping in the UK
Just as promised, ASUS is getting the new Chromebook Flip C433 out the doors in the first half of October and, just like they said they would, they are first shipping in the UK. While most Chromebooks start their journey here in the United States, ASUS is taking a different approach with the Flip … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 now available and shipping in the UK
With this new Chrome OS 77 feature, you have no reason not to submit issues
More times than I care to recount, we get complaints about Chrome OS and particular Chromebooks in general. I get it: we talk about Chrome OS and Chromebooks a lot and people view us as experts on the subject. While we are happy to help when we can, the truth is we aren't responsible for bugs in … [Read more...] about With this new Chrome OS 77 feature, you have no reason not to submit issues
Google now gives you more power over your personal data
Google has been working hard to make all the personal information connected to your Google Account more intuitive to understand and easier to manage. Last week, Google announced three new tools to help you better manage your personal data when using the Google Assistant, Google Maps, and YouTube. … [Read more...] about Google now gives you more power over your personal data
