For many, the Pixelbook is still the quintessential Chromebook. While I agree that its design and functionality represent the best of the best on the market, my personal machine of choice is still the Acer Chromebook Spin 13. I can't really explain what makes it the device for me. It really boils … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Get $210 Off The Powerful Acer Chromebook Spin 13
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Likely Pixelbook 2 ‘Atlas’ Passes Through FCC, September Google Hardware Event Possible
Today's discovery by Kyle Bradshaw over at 9to5 Google has the Chrome Unboxed office absolutely buzzing. We usually have to wait until September for these types of leaks and #madebyGoogle hardware hype, but we're getting a little dose earlier than normal this year. We need to talk about the FCC … [Read more...] about Likely Pixelbook 2 ‘Atlas’ Passes Through FCC, September Google Hardware Event Possible
How We Make YouTube Videos Has Changed [VIDEO]
The first YouTube video Robby ever made was a review of the HP Chromebook 14 and was filmed on his kitchen floor with a Nexus 7 tablet and no tripod. We have come a long way since those days and the gear we've used has changed too, but one thing has remained the same: our passion for Chrome OS and … [Read more...] about How We Make YouTube Videos Has Changed [VIDEO]
The Cat’s Out Of The Bag: Nest Hub Max To Launch Sep. 9th
Google has been intentionally fueling the fire of Pixel 4 rumors with jovial Twitter teases that take a light-hearted jab at the insurmountable number of online leaks. The fourth iteration of the Pixel Phone lineup continues to get its fair share of press coverage and Google's attempt to get on over … [Read more...] about The Cat’s Out Of The Bag: Nest Hub Max To Launch Sep. 9th
LTE Chromebooks Could Soon Be Far More Common
Chromebooks with integrated mobile data aren't new by any stretch of the imagination. As a matter of fact, Google's original CR-48 Chromebook was equipped with support for Verizon 3G and a complimentary helping of 100MB/month for Beta testers. A couple of years later, HP had mild success with … [Read more...] about LTE Chromebooks Could Soon Be Far More Common
The 2015 Chromebook Pixel LS Is Only $299: Here’s Why You Should Buy One
This is a rare post for me. I rarely recommend Chromebooks that are more than a few years old and I don't personally make a habit of making blanket statements about large groups of people needing to spend money on a particular Chromebook. There are so many variables usually at play when we talk … [Read more...] about The 2015 Chromebook Pixel LS Is Only $299: Here’s Why You Should Buy One
Confirmed: The Core M7 Samsung Chromebook Pro Is Real
Nearly two years ago, benchmarks of a mysterious Samsung Chromebook Pro popped up on GFXBench. Now, we know that a lot of online benchmark results are often synthesized. However, a week after the discovery a Google search result revealed a sponsored ad from Samsung that pointed to a very similar, … [Read more...] about Confirmed: The Core M7 Samsung Chromebook Pro Is Real
Chrome OS 76 Beta Adds Bluetooth Fast Pairing, But Don’t Expect It To Work Well Yet
Just yesterday, Dinsan Francis over at Chrome Story came across a very interesting tidbit of info on Reddit, showcasing a Pixel Slate user in the Beta Channel of Chrome OS getting a notification that their wireless headset was set up and already paired. The catch? That wireless device wasn't ever … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 76 Beta Adds Bluetooth Fast Pairing, But Don’t Expect It To Work Well Yet
Deal Alert: Three Premium Chromebooks Under $400
Best Buy isn't relenting on the Chromebook deals. Today, you can score a trio of premium Chromebook models for as little as $299 if you meet certain criteria. On top of significant discounts that can save you up to $200, you can knock another $50 of these models along with others if you have a … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Three Premium Chromebooks Under $400
How To Watch DVDs With Your Chrome OS Device [IMMV]
If you've lived in or around the Chrome OS ecosystem for any amount of time, you're probably familiar with the small handful of pitfalls that come along with our otherwise-awesome operating system. One of the most common complaints from users comes in the form of connecting a Chromebook to a … [Read more...] about How To Watch DVDs With Your Chrome OS Device [IMMV]
This Latest Addition Makes Virtual Desks In Chrome OS 76 My Favorite New Feature
I'm going to allow myself to get fully nerdy for just a moment as I admit to the world just how excited I am about Virtual Desks coming in Chrome OS 76 because of one small - but HUGELY significant - feature addition. If you've followed along since the first mention of Virtual Desks on Chrome OS … [Read more...] about This Latest Addition Makes Virtual Desks In Chrome OS 76 My Favorite New Feature
Deal Alert: Up To $250 Off A Pixel Slate Or Snag A Free Keyboard
The #madebyGoogle Pixel Slate tablet saw a hefty discount during Prime Days with savings and a free Google keyboard to boot. If you missed out, Best Buy and Google have just dropped some very enticing sales of their own. … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Up To $250 Off A Pixel Slate Or Snag A Free Keyboard
