From leak to launch, ASUS' Chromebook Flip C433 has officially been unveiled. As expected, the new convertible by ASUS mirrors the current Flip C434 when it comes to internals but takes its design cues from the like of the Pixelbook and its predecessor, the Flip C302. The most intriguing feature … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C433 official: Launching first in the U.K. for £499
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Save $150 – $200 on the Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 or HP Chromebook x360
Sure, we know it is getting closer and closer to the next best thing hitting shelves this fall when it comes to Chromebooks. We're expecting a flurry of MediaTek-powered, Snapdragon 845-powered, and 10th-gen Intel-powered Chromebooks before the end of the year, but we don't have dates on any of … [Read more...] about Save $150 – $200 on the Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 or HP Chromebook x360
Google’s October 15 hardware event is now confirmed
Only a week ago, we wrote about a leak from Evan Blass (@evleaks) that showcased a photo of the Pixel 4 with a pretty glaring date on the lock screen. In moves just like this in the past, Google and other hardware manufacturers have used not-so-subtle Easter eggs in the display dates on hardware … [Read more...] about Google’s October 15 hardware event is now confirmed
Samsung’s upcoming Chromebook Pro V2 ‘Kohaku’ shows up in Geekbench
We've been tracking the Chromebook known only as 'Kohaku' for many months at this point. Based on a number of reasons like Samsung email addresses all over the commits, the device containing a Samsung-made battery, multiple references back to 'Caroline' (the Samsung Chromebook Pro), and references … [Read more...] about Samsung’s upcoming Chromebook Pro V2 ‘Kohaku’ shows up in Geekbench
New Chrome OS UI update proves Google is far from done with Chrome OS tablets
It wasn't long ago that Google decided to announce to the world that it was getting out of the tablet hardware game all together. Doing this within 7 months of releasing a tablet (the Pixel Slate) feels like an odd move, but as I've explained in that linked video above, I'm not terribly upset about … [Read more...] about New Chrome OS UI update proves Google is far from done with Chrome OS tablets
Chromebook Deals: Save up to $100 on ASUS’ latest models
We're still keeping a close eye on the web for any signs of ASUS' unannounced Chromebook C433. In the meantime, there are deals to be had on the two most recent models from the PC maker that quietly released the C425 at the end of August. ASUS Chromebook C434 If you had a chance to catch our … [Read more...] about Chromebook Deals: Save up to $100 on ASUS’ latest models
Chromecast support now available for Apple Music beta on Android
If you are an Apple Music subscriber, the options for how you listen are continuing to grow. I recently wrote about the new Apple Music web player that will allow you to listen on a Chromebook, and though this is a big step forward for the streaming music service, Apple is also putting some work … [Read more...] about Chromecast support now available for Apple Music beta on Android
How to fix Chrome OS 76 bug that blocks Android apps from internet access
Just this week we began receiving reports of Chromebook devices losing internet connectivity only within Android apps. To be fair, we've seen this bug arise in the past and it was generally quick to be squashed and only present in Beta and Dev Channels of Chrome OS. This time around, however, the … [Read more...] about How to fix Chrome OS 76 bug that blocks Android apps from internet access
The Chrome Cast 27: Google’s hardware event, Pixel 4 & ASUS Flip C433 leaks
On this week's episode, we talk through leaks and how the sheer amount of them around the Pixel 4 have made Google's upcoming hardware event a bit of an interesting proposition. At this point, what are they even going to say when they get on stage? And, with all these Pixel 4 leaks, it almost … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 27: Google’s hardware event, Pixel 4 & ASUS Flip C433 leaks
Acer’s premium Chromebook 715 now available from multiple stores
Acer was the first to announce a 15.6" Chromebook with integrated numeric keypad but they fell behind HP in getting to market. While still unavailable from Acer themselves, the Acer Chromebook 715 has finally found its way to resellers and is available from Pentium all the way up to a Core i5. … [Read more...] about Acer’s premium Chromebook 715 now available from multiple stores
Acer Chromebook 714 Review
Back in May of this year, we took a trip up to New York to take part in Acer’s annual hardware event and got to spend a bit of time with the Acer Chromebook 714 and 715. We came away from the event pretty impressed by this new duo of Chromebooks namely because of two features in particular: a … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 714 Review
New Chromebook freebies include this dope photo animation app
As Chrome OS continues to expand its presence in the consumer market, it is likely that there is an increasing number of users that don't know about Google's Chromebook goodies web page. For the uninitiated, Google has a page of offers for owners of new Chrome devices. Historically, 100GB of Google … [Read more...] about New Chromebook freebies include this dope photo animation app
