It appears that this week Google has been granted a patent on something it has been hard at work on for a few years: desktop to tablet mode transition. Reported by Patently Mobile, this patent was actually filed for all the way back in October of 2016, a full year before the Pixelbook would be … [Read more...] about Google Wins Patent For Unique Chrome OS Feature: Why It Matters
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Lenovo Chromebook S330: Cheap & Perfect For Roblox [VIDEO]
There's a good chance that you or someone you know has a child that loves playing Roblox. With nearly 180 million accounts and roughly 12 million monthly active users, someone in your circle likely plays a game inside the ever-expanding Roblox world. We talked recently in a post and in our latest … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook S330: Cheap & Perfect For Roblox [VIDEO]
HP Chromebook x360 14 G1 Review: The World’s Most Powerful Chromebook [VIDEO]
The title for this review really says it all, doesn't it? On the market right now, there is no Chromebook you can purchase that is more powerful than the HP Chromebook x360 14 G1. Not the Pixelbook, not the Pixel Slate, and not even the very-powerful Acer Chromebook Spin 13. No other Chromebook … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook x360 14 G1 Review: The World’s Most Powerful Chromebook [VIDEO]
Deal Alert: ASUS Chromebook C434 Back Under $500
Amazon's Prime Days brought some significant discount on a number of premium Chromebooks. One of the best devices available during the sale was the ASUS Chromebook C434. The thin-bezel convertible was on sale for $489.99 and the deal even lasted a few hours after Prime Day ended. Eventually, … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: ASUS Chromebook C434 Back Under $500
The Chrome Cast 19: Chromebook Gaming From Stadia To Roblox And A Likely Samsung Chromebook Pro Candidate
This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend a good bit of time talking about the present and future of gaming on Chromebooks. As Stadia continues looming over the future, there are already a few games for Chromebooks that are taking full advantage of the Chromebook form factor and all it brings to the … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 19: Chromebook Gaming From Stadia To Roblox And A Likely Samsung Chromebook Pro Candidate
Unplugged: New Chromebook ‘Krane’ Ditches Headphone Jack
Well, I suppose it was inevitable. Over the past couple of years, we have seen a major shift in mobile devices that has marked the coming demise of one of the most widely used accessories in your bag. The 3.5mm headphone jack … [Read more...] about Unplugged: New Chromebook ‘Krane’ Ditches Headphone Jack
More Proof ‘Kohaku’ Will Be The Samsung Chromebook Pro V2
Of all the Chromebooks in development right now (and there are many), few captivate my attention quite like the one codenamed 'Kohaku'. As Gabriel made a solid case back in April that 'Kohaku' looks to be the sequel to Samsung's Chromebook Pro that debuted over 2 years ago. That assumption was … [Read more...] about More Proof ‘Kohaku’ Will Be The Samsung Chromebook Pro V2
New Chrome OS 75 Feature Makes Password Management So Much Better
Chrome 75 has been with us for a few weeks now, but just like with earlier versions of Chrome, it sometimes takes a few weeks to see all the new and interesting changes that are part of the update. This particular feature makes so much sense and is so handy, it will honestly make you wonder why it … [Read more...] about New Chrome OS 75 Feature Makes Password Management So Much Better
#NotPrimeDay: More Chromebook Deals. Membership Not Required
Prime Days have officially come to a close but that doesn't mean you can't still save some cash on a new Chromebook. We've rounded up some deals on some premium device that will help take the sting out of missing the "perfect" deal over the past couple of days. Best Buy … [Read more...] about #NotPrimeDay: More Chromebook Deals. Membership Not Required
Prime Day Round 2: Standing Desks, Accessories And Yes, A Chromebase
Prime Day will be winding down in a little under twelve hours so we're bringing you some of the best deals to complement the Chromebook in your life. First on the list is our new favorite sit/stand desk. Flexispot is offering a Prime Day discount on their portable sit/stand convertible laptop … [Read more...] about Prime Day Round 2: Standing Desks, Accessories And Yes, A Chromebase
#NotPrimeDay: Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 Is More Powerful, Cheaper Elsewhere
The Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 has undergone a massive rejuvenation lately thanks to some price drops and hardware boosts. With both of those changes in play, I've talked previously about the fact that it is finally time in the life cycle of this Chromebook for users to perk up and pay attention. … [Read more...] about #NotPrimeDay: Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 Is More Powerful, Cheaper Elsewhere
#NotPrimeDay: Just A Killer Deal On The Nest Home Hub
Prime Days are in full swing but some deals just can't be found in Amazon's massive shop. Just recently, Amazon allowed Chromecasts to be sold in their stores but Google(Nest) Home products are still left out in the cold. Honestly, I don't blame Amazon. Chromecasts and FireTV devices both have … [Read more...] about #NotPrimeDay: Just A Killer Deal On The Nest Home Hub
