Today at Google's Stadia Connect, a ton of new titles were announced for Stadia and we're extremely excited about a few of those, including Watchdogs 3, Super Hot, and Cyberpunk 2077. While new game titles were clearly the theme for this Stadia Connect, I was actually more struck by some of the … [Read more...] about Today’s Stadia Connect further reinforces developer excitement around the platform
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Join the Chrome Unboxed Stadia Connect watch party: Live @ 1 PM EDT
Later today, we will get our next look at Google's new streaming game platform Stadia. The latest "Connect" event is set to focus heavily on the games and we're taking a break from the Chrome OS grind to see what's new. Won't you join us? We'll be hanging out on Twitter and doing a little … [Read more...] about Join the Chrome Unboxed Stadia Connect watch party: Live @ 1 PM EDT
2015 Pixel and eight other Chromebooks land Linux apps
"KernelNext" is the name of the project. The purpose? To update the Linux kernel on select, older Chromebooks so that they may leverage the new Linux app feature that goes by the name Crostini. We reported on the project back in June but it was unclear if or when the update might happen. At the … [Read more...] about 2015 Pixel and eight other Chromebooks land Linux apps
AOPEN debuts first-ever “commercial-grade” Chromebook tablet
Chrome OS tablets are still a fledgling form-factor at best but thanks to the EDU segment, they are slowly finding their place in the world. While we're all waiting for Qualcomm to bring us a proper consumer "Chromeblet," AOPEN is carving out a new niche for Chromebook tablets that makes perfect … [Read more...] about AOPEN debuts first-ever “commercial-grade” Chromebook tablet
Deal Alert: Core i3 HP Chromebook 15 back to $399
Despite being on the market for less than two months, the HP Chromebook 15 is once again discounted to the ridiculously low price of $399 at Sam's Club. This time, the deal lasts more than one day and you don't have to be a Sam's Club member to get in on the savings. Robby's overall review of … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Core i3 HP Chromebook 15 back to $399
Google Play design overhaul is rolling out and it looks awesome on a Chromebook
Back in June of this year, plenty of news outlets reported on a new, overhauled, Material-designed Play Store waiting in the wings to grace your favorite Android devices. Something happened during that roll-out, however, and it was paused and then halted all together. While we aren't sure what the … [Read more...] about Google Play design overhaul is rolling out and it looks awesome on a Chromebook
What to expect from Stadia Connect this Monday at 1PM EST
We've been excited about the upcoming Stadia Connect since we caught wind of the event back in late July. Knowing that there was another Stadia Connect is only half the story, though, as what Google plans to actually reveal has been a bit of a mystery. Will we get a peek at the UI? Will we get … [Read more...] about What to expect from Stadia Connect this Monday at 1PM EST
Chromecast support still missing from YouTube Music and it is unacceptable
YouTube Music as a service actually launched all the way back in November of 2015. Sure, it wasn't exactly the same thing it is today, but the bones of the music streaming service from Google have technically been around for nearly 4 years. Four years. Somehow in that vast amount of time, Google … [Read more...] about Chromecast support still missing from YouTube Music and it is unacceptable
Deal Alert: Lenovo’s Google Assistant smart clock hits all-time low at $49.99
The smart display market is expanding and slowly but surely, consumers are getting competitive options that fit most budgets and use cases. One particular device stands out as a niche inside a niche by offering a unique meld of the alarm clock and an Assistant-enabled display. … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Lenovo’s Google Assistant smart clock hits all-time low at $49.99
HP Chromebook 15 review: The first Chromebook with a number pad
Back in April of 2019, Acer previewed a Chromebook to the world at their annual hardware reveal that possessed a very unique feature at the time: a number pad on the keyboard. Sure, this is a pretty commonplace item on many Windows devices, but we'd not seen a Chromebook sporting this input method … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook 15 review: The first Chromebook with a number pad
Save thousands with the Sector 5 Ultimate Chromebook Bundle for educators
The 2019-2020 school year is already underway for many but a lot of districts and private institutions are still in the market for new computers as grants and benevolent donations arrive throughout the year. As administrators and board members convene to make the most of the windfalls, they'll be … [Read more...] about Save thousands with the Sector 5 Ultimate Chromebook Bundle for educators
The Chrome Cast 23: Switch to Chromebook ads, Stadia Connect coming soon & Chrome OS 76
This week on The Chrome Cast, we take a bit of time to talk through the new Chromebook ads Google has released in the past week. With great production value, concise points, and a clear message, these ads are being backed up by a whole new Chromebooks landing page as well as a special spot by Bill … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 23: Switch to Chromebook ads, Stadia Connect coming soon & Chrome OS 76
