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Bug Report Update: Linux Apps Working In Dev Channel Again
Just over a week ago, we reported that Linux apps in the Dev Channel simply stopped working. We've never been made aware of what the issue was, but in general in the Dev Channel you could get Linux to install, but then the entire container would simply stop responding at all. … [Read more...] about Bug Report Update: Linux Apps Working In Dev Channel Again
Deal Alert: Grab a Certified Dell Chromebook 14 and Save $200
Getting your hands on a premium Chromebook just got a lot easier thanks to Best Buy's Certified open-box program. In case you aren't familiar, the Geek Squad takes open-box devices an puts them through a thorough inspection and professional cleaning. Then, they box them up and sell them like-new but … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Grab a Certified Dell Chromebook 14 and Save $200
Virtual Desktops Available To More Chromebook Users
Virtual Desktops on Chromebooks have been a pretty quick feature development, honestly. They only began showing up in February of this year and we're already awaiting their arrival in the Stable Channel build of Chrome OS 76 later in July. … [Read more...] about Virtual Desktops Available To More Chromebook Users
Hover Tab Image Preview Now In Beta For Chrome OS
Cam Summerson hit the nail square on the head when referring to the new "hover tab image" feature in Chrome for desktop. My New Favorite Thing I Didn’t Know I WantedCam Summerson via How-To Geek In case you've missed the news, the Chrome team has been working to enhance the tab preview … [Read more...] about Hover Tab Image Preview Now In Beta For Chrome OS
Crostini Linux Headed To Older Broadwell Chromebooks, Sorry Skylake
The Chrome OS team is rapidly working to brings more capabilities and stability to Linux apps on Chromebooks. Full GPU support is just beyond the horizon and while there is still much work to be done, developers are already working on bringing Crostini to some key older devices. At inception, it … [Read more...] about Crostini Linux Headed To Older Broadwell Chromebooks, Sorry Skylake
The Chrome Cast 14: Stadia Is Coming, iPad OS Has Limits, and Linux Apps Improve
In this week's episode, we are mainly dominated by the announcements surrounding Google's Stadia cloud gaming service. With availability, pricing, and an initial game lineup finally revealed, we take some time to react to all that could be coming in the near future. … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 14: Stadia Is Coming, iPad OS Has Limits, and Linux Apps Improve
Get $150 Off Three Great Chromebooks For Father’s Day
The more the Chromebook catalog grows, the more selection users get, the more fierce the competition, the more often we see deals. A few years back when there were only a handful of Chromebooks worth buying, the regularity of deals on Chromebooks was pretty low. At this point in the Chromebook … [Read more...] about Get $150 Off Three Great Chromebooks For Father’s Day
Why I Think Google Stadia Will Be The Real Deal
When it comes to gaming, Chromebooks are simply never in the conversation. Without an OS that is targeted for big title games and hardware that isn't built for high-end gaming, Chromebooks just aren't the choice for anyone if gaming is a big part of the reason for purchase. While Android gaming … [Read more...] about Why I Think Google Stadia Will Be The Real Deal
Google Details Stadia: Pricing, Release Date and Founder’s Edition Pre-Order
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
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
