The original Chromecast was released in July 2013 and was Google's first smart home product, predating the Google Home smart speakers or Home Hub smart displays available to users these days. The inexpensive dongles allow you to stream or "cast" content onto your TV from your phone, tablet or … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ultra vs. 3rd-gen Chromecast: which one should you buy in 2019?
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Acer Chromebook 714 Unboxing and First Impressions
We're just now getting into the time of year where the normal course of our work will revolve around getting a new device in the office, taking the wraps off of it, and putting it through our standard review process. We expect to be more inundated with reviews this year than we ever have been … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 714 Unboxing and First Impressions
The Chrome Cast 24: Latest Stadia Updates & Nest Home Mini
This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend quite a bit of time talking all things Stadia. From the latest Stadia Connect to sightings of UI elements at Gamescom to the probability of the 3rd-gen Chromecast gaining Stadia Support, the Stadia hype train is in full swing and there's a lot to talk about … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 24: Latest Stadia Updates & Nest Home Mini
Sector 5 offers the “Ultimate Chromebook Package” to save schools thousands
Sector 5 Inc. is going above and beyond to bring high-quality, ruggedized products to the classroom at affordable prices. Their "Ultimate Chromebook Bundle" can save schools over $3000 and give them an all-in-one solution for procuring, managing and charging their Chromebook fleet. If your … [Read more...] about Sector 5 offers the “Ultimate Chromebook Package” to save schools thousands
Chrome OS getting global rich media controls in extensions area
Rich media notifications have been a part of Android devices for some time and, not long ago, they appeared for Chrome OS as well. What is a rich media notification? Simple. It is a graphic interface that appears in your notifications panel when media is playing on your device that gives you … [Read more...] about Chrome OS getting global rich media controls in extensions area
Google’s Password Checkup may soon be baked into Chrome
Earlier this year, Google released the Password Checkup Extension that alerts users if their user names and passwords were potentially compromised in data breaches that affect more than 4 billion online credentials. The checkup extension was designed jointly with Stanford cryptography experts to … [Read more...] about Google’s Password Checkup may soon be baked into Chrome
Partial Stadia on-screen UI for Chromecast shown in photo from Gamescom booth
Gamescom is in full swing and the Stadia booth is right in the middle of the action, displaying Google's streaming game platform to the most critical of gamers during the conference. We've been scouring for hands-on videos and real impressions from the booth and have yet to see very much being … [Read more...] about Partial Stadia on-screen UI for Chromecast shown in photo from Gamescom booth
Get the Dell Inspiron Chromebook for only $349 with this insane deal
As we move into the final throwes of summer, we inch closer and closer to the debut of a slew of new Chromebooks, detachables, and Chrome OS tablets. While there is little reason to doubt that we'll see countless devices this fall and there's every reason to be excited about new tech, don't forget … [Read more...] about Get the Dell Inspiron Chromebook for only $349 with this insane deal
Upcoming Nest Mini is a Google Home Mini 2 with improved sound & more
9to5Google has spoken with an anonymous source that has spilled the beans on an upcoming sequel to Google's most popular piece of hardware: the Google Home Mini. After a full 2-year run, the beloved Google Home Mini will be replaced in the Google-made smart speaker line by what we're told will be … [Read more...] about Upcoming Nest Mini is a Google Home Mini 2 with improved sound & more
Nest users: Read this before migrating to Google Accounts or you might break things
Google has been in the process of transitioning its smart home products to Google Nest since the new umbrella brand was announced back in May this year. We've already seen new products under the new brand, like the Nest Hub Max that is set to release on September 9th, and the company has said they … [Read more...] about Nest users: Read this before migrating to Google Accounts or you might break things
3rd-gen Chromecast could be Stadia’s secret weapon
News surrounding Google's Stadia game streaming platform is in full force with the latest Stadia Connect having recently aired and Google's strong presence at Gamescom happening right now. We're expecting to see more real-world hands-on coverage from the show in Germany, but what we've seen so far … [Read more...] about 3rd-gen Chromecast could be Stadia’s secret weapon
Lollie for Chrome: The Ebates of Bitcoin
The cashback craze has exploded in recent years with Rakuten(formerly Ebates) leading the charge with other popular apps like Ibotta and Dosh getting in the mix. The premise is simple, companies such as Rakuten have affiliate relationships with retailers. You join Rakuten and shop like you normally … [Read more...] about Lollie for Chrome: The Ebates of Bitcoin
