It's going to be a LONG six months. Today, Google took the stage ahead of E3 to announce details on their upcoming gaming service Stadia. We'll dive deeper into what Stadia could mean for the future of gaming at a later date. For now, let's just take a look at the key points surrounding what … [Read more...] about Google Details Stadia: Pricing, Release Date and Founder’s Edition Pre-Order
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Then There Were Five: Chrome OS Adds New, Quick-Fix Channel
For many users, it may come as a surprise to know that Chrome OS exists in multiple forms known as "channels." The average consumer will blissfully live in the official Stable channel and with a little luck, won't experience bugs, security flaws or heaven forbid, a device-bricking event that … [Read more...] about Then There Were Five: Chrome OS Adds New, Quick-Fix Channel
Small Change Makes Big Difference In Chromebook Settings For Chrome OS 76
As we do around Chrome Unboxed, we have tons of devices hanging out in just about every channel at any given moment. A handful on Stable, a couple in Beta, quite a few in the Dev Channel, and usually Gabriel's device in Canary help us stay abreast of the new changes and fun surprises coming down … [Read more...] about Small Change Makes Big Difference In Chromebook Settings For Chrome OS 76
Google Expands Consumer Chromebook Market In Australia
Here in the good ole U.S. of A., we often take for granted the fact that we have nearly unlimited access to the latest tech gadgets and Chromebooks are no exception. Even as I write this on my Acer Spin 13, my wife's HP x360 is on the coffee table and there are no less than a half dozen Chrome … [Read more...] about Google Expands Consumer Chromebook Market In Australia
iPads Getting Desktop-Class Browser and Mouse Support: Trouble For Chromebooks?
At Apple's yearly WWDC event yesterday, a lot of time was spent talking about the new OS that will be on iPads later this year when it officially launches: iPadOS. While some of the new multitasking animations and functions were impressive for a tablet, one of the bigger surprises was the addition … [Read more...] about iPads Getting Desktop-Class Browser and Mouse Support: Trouble For Chromebooks?
Google Stadia Details Coming This Week: Pricing, Games, Launch Date
It probably goes without saying that we here at Chrome Unboxed are genuinely pumped about Stadia - Google's cloud streaming game service coming later this year. Up to this point, details have been scant on pricing, available games, and a launch date, but it looks like all that is about to change on … [Read more...] about Google Stadia Details Coming This Week: Pricing, Games, Launch Date
Deal Alert: $99 Google Nest Hub Plus a Free Smart Light Starter Kit
With Google rebranding the Home product line under the umbrella of Nest, it looks like we may start seeing an exceeding number of smart-home devices headed our way. As the lineup expands, we're beginning to see more and more "bundles" that aim to entice consumers by adding peripheral smart … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $99 Google Nest Hub Plus a Free Smart Light Starter Kit
Chrome OS 76 Vastly Improves Gaming and Graphics Performance For Linux Apps [VIDEO]
It's easy to forget that the entire effort of bringing Linux apps to Chromebooks is just over a year old. The whole process has caught on and progressed so quickly that it is easy to get impatient for new features and needed abilities to arrive. Two big things still needed for Linux on Chrome OS … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 76 Vastly Improves Gaming and Graphics Performance For Linux Apps [VIDEO]
Flash Sale: ASUS Chromebook C434 Back To $499
Robby recently shared his thoughts on how the ASUS C434 stacks up against the often-discounted HP Chromebook x360 14. While it was a close race, the ASUS won out in the end thanks to some minutiae but very important details. For a closer look, check out the showdown video and then we'll get to … [Read more...] about Flash Sale: ASUS Chromebook C434 Back To $499
Custom Chrome: Trick Out Your ASUS Chromebox 3 On The Cheap
So, I was enjoying my morning coffee and perusing Amazon as I frequently do when I came across a listing for an ASUS Chromebox 3. Immediately, I was awestruck when I saw the picture of a Chrome OS-powered MiniPC whose finish was listed simply as "Chrome." At first, I thought my eyes were playing … [Read more...] about Custom Chrome: Trick Out Your ASUS Chromebox 3 On The Cheap
$599 Chromebook Showdown: ASUS Flip C434 vs. HP x360 14
We've done our fair share of versus videos here at Chrome Unboxed, and I can easily say that few have been requested quite as much as this one. With a similar price tag, similar specs, and similar build quality, the ASUS Flip C434 and HP x360 14 share a whole lot in common for $599 (MSRP). As … [Read more...] about $599 Chromebook Showdown: ASUS Flip C434 vs. HP x360 14
New Google Nest Device Surfaces In FCC: Portable Assistant Speaker Likely
A few months after the original Google Home made its debut in 2016, a teardown video made its way around the web that revealed pogo pins hiding inside the smart speaker. Speculation quickly arose that Google may have been planning a portable version of the Assistant-enabled speaker but alas, nothing … [Read more...] about New Google Nest Device Surfaces In FCC: Portable Assistant Speaker Likely
