A device that I've been looking forward to since it was unveiled at Google I/O 2019 is now available for purchase. Google's Nest Hub Max is the company's latest smart displays and introduces some new features that makes it stand out from last year's Nest Hub (formerly the Home Hub), which ended up … [Read more...] about Nest Hub Max now available basically everywhere
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Android 10 (Q) looks to be coming to Chromebooks very soon
Back in April of this year, signs were unsurprisingly pointed to the eventual arrival of Android Q on Chrome OS, but we've not heard much on this front in the ensuing weeks since that initial nugget of info was uncovered. Meanwhile, the Android team has been full steam ahead getting the final … [Read more...] about Android 10 (Q) looks to be coming to Chromebooks very soon
New ASUS Flagship Chromebook (C433) FCC filing: new info, photos and release date window
In what looks to be another odd move, ASUS is clearly nearing a release of it's next flagship-level Chromebook in the ASUS Chromebook Flip C433. That model number is both illuminating and confounding at the same time. Before these latest images were recently uncovered by About Chromebooks, we … [Read more...] about New ASUS Flagship Chromebook (C433) FCC filing: new info, photos and release date window
Weekend Deals: Pixel Slate, ASUS Chromebook C434, Chromeboxes and more
Over the next few months, we will see an onslaught of new Chrome devices hitting the market but that doesn't mean there aren't Chromebooks worth buying right now. We've rounded up a few deals to bring you some savings that will fit most any budget and use case. Pixel Slate … [Read more...] about Weekend Deals: Pixel Slate, ASUS Chromebook C434, Chromeboxes and more
The Chrome Cast 26: Another wave of new Chromebooks, Ambient Displays & Pixel 4 landing pages
In this week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we're talking about yet another round of Chromebooks that have now been announced at IFA. In the past two weeks, we now have multiple different models with different screen sizes from both Acer and Lenovo for the upcoming holiday season. With the … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 26: Another wave of new Chromebooks, Ambient Displays & Pixel 4 landing pages
Rumored Nest Mini could fill void left by Chromecast Audio demise
The connected home has been quickly evolving over the past couple of years. Google is clearly committed to the effort and continue to offer more Assistant features and smart home products like the Nest Hub Max that is set to release September 9th. One of the early products in this evolution was the … [Read more...] about Rumored Nest Mini could fill void left by Chromecast Audio demise
Google’s Ambient Display for Android will soon be available on some Chromebooks, too
About two months ago, we reported on the emergence of some sort of ambient mode coming to Chromebooks. Looking at the commit language, it was pretty clear that an interactive, slideshow-oriented interface was being developed for Chrome OS. At the time, it was pretty simple to see some of what was … [Read more...] about Google’s Ambient Display for Android will soon be available on some Chromebooks, too
ASUS Chromebook C425 Unboxing and Hands-On [VIDEO]
Out of nowhere, ASUS has unveiled the Chromebook C425 and it packs in quite a few features that make for a great all-around Chromebook. At first glance, you'd be forgiven for mistaking it for its more well-outfitted brother in the Flip C434. Don't be confused, however, as the C425 is different in … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook C425 Unboxing and Hands-On [VIDEO]
Lenovo debuts 7″ Google Assistant Smart Display and Android Smart Tabs
In a second round of announcements, Lenovo has descended on IFA Berlin to share their latest Smart Display that looks to be a direct competitor to Google's own Nest Hub. Unlike Google's smart display, the new 7" Lenovo Smart Display is equipped with a front-facing camera for making video calls. … [Read more...] about Lenovo debuts 7″ Google Assistant Smart Display and Android Smart Tabs
New Geekbench scores reveal big performance bump for Mediatek’s upcoming Chromebook chips
There are quite a few places we routinely look for clues on upcoming devices. A couple of the main sources of info are the Chromium Repositories along with the Chromium Bug Tracker. These resources provide tons of information on new devices in the works and it becomes pretty easy to forget to go … [Read more...] about New Geekbench scores reveal big performance bump for Mediatek’s upcoming Chromebook chips
Sector 5 launches more Chromebook bundles that can save schools thousands
Sector 5 is back with another money-saving bundle to help your school or business bolster your Chromebook ranks. The new package gives IT departments and administrators 30 Sector 5 E3 Chromebooks that are built to take a beating and will provide trustworthy performance for years to come. … [Read more...] about Sector 5 launches more Chromebook bundles that can save schools thousands
Don’t miss this amazing deal on the superb ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 with 4GB or 8GB of RAM
It's no secret that the ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 is one of 2019's best and most complete Chromebooks. From the razor-thin bezels to the all-aluminum chassis and great speakers, there's very little to dislike when we talk about ASUS' latest flagship Chromebook. We have a few new contenders coming … [Read more...] about Don’t miss this amazing deal on the superb ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 with 4GB or 8GB of RAM
