As Google I/O continues marching forward, we're watching session after session to find nuggets of new features coming to Chrome and Chrome OS. One of those new features coming soon is a new way users will be notified when a PWA (progressive web app) is available from any given URL. … [Read more...] about New PWA Install Prompt Coming To Chrome 76 On All Platforms
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Google Brings One-Click Install For Android Studio On Chrome OS
Last year, Google took the stage at I/O to encourage developers to create apps with Chromebooks and larger displays in mind. This year, the team in Mountain View is wooing the same developers to Chrome OS with even more native tools to be used on Chromebooks. Android Studio has technically been … [Read more...] about Google Brings One-Click Install For Android Studio On Chrome OS
Google Debuts Nest Hub Max, Rebrands And Drops Prices For Home Devices
We weren't greeted with a new Pixelbook today but Google still brought some impressive and noteworthy products to the I/O keynote. As expected, the Pixel 3A and 3A XL were announced and the budget-friendly smartphone with a premium camera is already popping up in promotions across the web. … [Read more...] about Google Debuts Nest Hub Max, Rebrands And Drops Prices For Home Devices
Next Generation Google Assistant Set To Revolutionize How We Talk To Devices
This afternoon at Google's 2019 I/O Keynote, many interesting things were highlighted and discussed, but one of the most jaw-dropping examples of Google's current work was the news surrounding the next generation of the Google Assistant. With this next-gen Assistant, Google is set to fundamentally … [Read more...] about Next Generation Google Assistant Set To Revolutionize How We Talk To Devices
Watch The Google I/O Keynote Here And Chat With Chrome Unboxed
The kickoff for Google I/O is just a few hours. The Chrome Unboxed team will be gathering to watch the keynote and we'd love for you to join us. You can watch the live stream right here and chat along with us as Google shares what's next from the world of Android, Assistant and yes, Chrome OS. … [Read more...] about Watch The Google I/O Keynote Here And Chat With Chrome Unboxed
Using Chromebooks: A Mac User’s Perspective [VIDEO]
We recently put out a video introducing Joe and Gabriel to the channel and in that video, you might have noticed that Joe said he uses the Pixel Slate as his daily Chromebook and the MacBook Pro to edit videos. So as a traditional Mac user, Joe wanted to take a couple minutes and share some of his … [Read more...] about Using Chromebooks: A Mac User’s Perspective [VIDEO]
New Chrome For Android Update Flow Takes A Page From the Chrome OS Playbook
For Chrome OS and Chromebooks users, background updates are nothing new. We are all used to our devices downloading, installing and implementing updates in the background with little to no interuption to the user. Only upon completion of the update are users made aware of the fact that a new, … [Read more...] about New Chrome For Android Update Flow Takes A Page From the Chrome OS Playbook
ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 Now Shipping In The UK
Slowly but surely, availability for premium Chromebooks is becoming a thing in parts of Europe including the United Kingdom. We've even seen devices such as the HP Chromebook x2 offering upgraded models that we can't get our hands on here in the states. Pricing is still an issue as apples to … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 Now Shipping In The UK
Deal Alert: The ASUS Chromebook C434 Just Dropped To $499
Lately, grabbing a deal on a premium Chromebook has been as simple as taking a stroll through your local Best Buy or simply doing a quick search on Amazon. Flagships from HP, Lenovo and Dell have been the recipients of discounts as much as $200 on any given day but it is rare that we see a price … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: The ASUS Chromebook C434 Just Dropped To $499
Deal Alert: Lenovo’s Massive Yoga Chromebook Is Only $470
Lenovo's 15.6" Yoga Chromebook is a dream machine for those looking for more display real estate without giving up the premium features found in flagship devices from makers such as HP or Acer. Featuring 8th gen U-series Core processors by Intel, a minimum of 8GB of RAM and an FHD 15.6" display, … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Lenovo’s Massive Yoga Chromebook Is Only $470
Chromebook Virtual Desks Showing More Rapid Development In New Videos
It was just last week we reported a new video being added to the ongoing bug tracker development of virtual desks on Chrome OS. Prior to that update, it had been months since we'd seen one of these juicy videos from the Chromium Bug Tracker regarding this much-anticipated new feature. For … [Read more...] about Chromebook Virtual Desks Showing More Rapid Development In New Videos
How to get Pixelbook Pen tricks on other Chromebooks [Video]
So, we got an email for Cory T. last week and I have to admit, I was a little bit skeptical when he told me he had an old Galaxy phone S-pen lying around and was using it on his Samsung Chromebook Plus V2. Before you cut me off, yes, any S-pen should technically work on a Chromebook equipped … [Read more...] about How to get Pixelbook Pen tricks on other Chromebooks [Video]













