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
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#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
How To Try Chrome 77’s Massively-Improved Dark Mode Right Now
If you aren't aware, Chrome is rolling out dark mode across all versions and operating systems since everyone is seemingly over-the-moon about the idea of all things in black and gray. For me, it is all a bit hit-or-miss, coming in handy when browsing in low light and being a bit odd when viewing … [Read more...] about How To Try Chrome 77’s Massively-Improved Dark Mode Right Now
Hidden Gem: Prime Day Deal Knocks $295 Off The Pixel Slate/Keyboard Bundle
I was digging through the massive pile of Prime Day deals and discovered a Chromebook, not on our original list. I guess it makes sense. It's actually a Chrome Tablet. Well, not any tablet. This is the #madebyGoogle Pixel Slate. As of late, there have been some discounts on the premium tablet … [Read more...] about Hidden Gem: Prime Day Deal Knocks $295 Off The Pixel Slate/Keyboard Bundle
Prime Day Chromebook Deals: ASUS C434, Acer Spin 13 And Many More
In the past, Amazon's Prime Day sale has been sprinkled with a handful of Chromebook deals but apart from one or two premium devices such as the Pixelbook, there wasn't a ton of love for our favorite laptop OS. This year, the tides have changed significantly. Amazon's two-day sale has a page … [Read more...] about Prime Day Chromebook Deals: ASUS C434, Acer Spin 13 And Many More
Pre-Prime Day Deal Brings Brydge’s G-Type Keyboard To $120
If you're in the market for or already own Google's Pixel Slate Chromebook tablet, you only have two options for a detachable keyboard. The #madebyGoogle keyboard has its advantages with its pogo pin connectors but it lacks the necessary rigidity to give the Slate any type of real "lapability". … [Read more...] about Pre-Prime Day Deal Brings Brydge’s G-Type Keyboard To $120
Roblox On Chrome OS Is Doing It Right And Others Should Follow Suit
Let me put this out there right from the start: I've only played Roblox a handful of times when my daughter begs me enough to jump in and play a silly game with her. I have an account and I participate from time to time, but I am by no means a real Roblox player or someone who even fully … [Read more...] about Roblox On Chrome OS Is Doing It Right And Others Should Follow Suit
Get Up To $270 Off The Yoga Chromebook With Lenovo’s Black Friday In July
Prime Day is just a few hours away and Amazon's annual sale is sure to bring us some great deals on select Chromebooks. That doesn't mean you have to wait to score some serious savings. Lenovo's Black Friday in July sale has slashed prices on the massive Yoga Chromebook and you can save as much … [Read more...] about Get Up To $270 Off The Yoga Chromebook With Lenovo’s Black Friday In July
Chromecast/Android Ambient Mode Coming To Chrome OS
As it stands right now, Chromebooks don't do anything but go to sleep if you leave them alone for a bit. Sure, you can set a few parameters to keep the display on indefinitely and you can control what happens when you shut the lid, but there's really nothing you can do on your Chromebook to take … [Read more...] about Chromecast/Android Ambient Mode Coming To Chrome OS
The Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 Is Now Worth Your Full Attention
For me, Chromebooks tend to have life cycles. Not specifically just how long a Chromebook will actually wake up and run on a day to day basis, but a life cycle of relevance to users in general. Let's call it a relativity lifecycle. For instance, the relativity lifecycle of the Pixelbook is a long … [Read more...] about The Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 Is Now Worth Your Full Attention
Chrome OS Overview Mode UI Overhaul In The Works
Ah, Overview Mode for Chrome OS: it is, without doubt, my most favorite desktop UI feature and simultaneously my pick for most frustrating. On one hand, when it is behaving properly, the ability to fling 3 fingers on the trackpad and see all my open windows is priceless. I use it all the time, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Overview Mode UI Overhaul In The Works
The Chrome Cast 18: Ready For The Next #madebyGoogle Chromebook In The Pixelbook Family
The Chrome Cast is back at it this week, and our discussion is dominated by Google's upcoming 'Atlas' Chromebook that we feel sure will either be the Pixelbook 2 or at least in the Pixelbook family of devices. So many things about 'Atlas' are confusing and could point to various end games for … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 18: Ready For The Next #madebyGoogle Chromebook In The Pixelbook Family
