Virtual desktops - or virtual desks as they are being called during development - are a great help for anyone who needs an extra layer of productivity when stuck on a single screen. Think of it as virtual extended displays waiting just off screen for you to summon them up, filled with other … [Read more...] about Virtual Desks On Chromebooks Get Another Step Closer [VIDEO]
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VPN Support Coming to Linux Apps on Chromebooks
We've talked about VPN support and Chrome OS in general in both videos and posts in the past. The general idea behind a VPN is the addition of a bit more privacy when online whether home or out and about. This is achieved through an app or extension encrypting your data and then routing your … [Read more...] about VPN Support Coming to Linux Apps on Chromebooks
Monday Deal Roundup: Premium Chromebooks, Google Home Hub, Nest And More
We've got some last-minute deals to wrap up the end of the month as we look forward to the next generation of devices headed our way later this year. Chromebooks At the top of the list is the Chromebook that just won't' stay off of our radar. The HP Chromebook x360 14 continues to be the … [Read more...] about Monday Deal Roundup: Premium Chromebooks, Google Home Hub, Nest And More
Google Corrals Chromebook How-To With Updated Website
Finding information on how to use your shiny, new Chromebook just got a little bit easier. Google has long maintained the Google.com/chromebook webpage that offers up a place to find the device that's right for you and even score some goodies for being a Chromebook owner. For detailed … [Read more...] about Google Corrals Chromebook How-To With Updated Website
Deal Alert: Pick Up A Google Home Hub And Home Min For $84 Before It’s Too Late
By now, if you haven't stumbled across a good deal on the Google Home Hub, you probably haven't been looking. If you woke up this morning and thought, "hey, I'd like to get in on the smart home game," this deal is for you. Over the past few weeks, we've seen Google's smart display as low as … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Pick Up A Google Home Hub And Home Min For $84 Before It’s Too Late
Picture-in-Picture (PIP) For Chrome Getting A Great New Feature
Picture-in-picture (PIP) is one of those features that is more useful than you initially think and is dead-simple to use on Chromebooks. While watching a video on multiple different services, you can simply pop out the video player and place it anywhere on your screen and it stays on top of all … [Read more...] about Picture-in-Picture (PIP) For Chrome Getting A Great New Feature
The Chrome Cast: The Chrome Unboxed Podcast, Episode 8
In this week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we discuss upcoming devices, new Chrome tweaks, a bit about baseboards, the Chromium repositories, and open source development. … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast: The Chrome Unboxed Podcast, Episode 8
New Faces At The Chrome Unboxed YouTube Channel
I'll admit, that title is a little misleading. You see, for those of you reading this right now, you likely come by the site with a decent bit of regularity. Others are here all the time and some of you are here for the first time. For any of the not-new folks, the name Gabriel Brangers isn't new … [Read more...] about New Faces At The Chrome Unboxed YouTube Channel
8GB ASUS Chromebook C434 Now Available For $599
For a time, 4GB of RAM was the sweet spot for Chrome OS devices but times are changing rapidly thanks to the addition of Android and Linux apps. Combine that with the fact that more and more "traditional" computing experiences are now being delivered via the browser. As far as budget Chromebooks … [Read more...] about 8GB ASUS Chromebook C434 Now Available For $599
This “Power Deal” Could Score You A $70 Google Home Hub
We've seen some ridiculous deals on some great products over the past week but today's promotion could snag you a Google Home Hub smart display at the record low price of $69.99. That's a savings of nearly 54 percent for anyone who's interested. To score this deal, you can head on over to … [Read more...] about This “Power Deal” Could Score You A $70 Google Home Hub
Advanced External USB Camera Controls Coming To Chromebooks
All Chromebooks come with a camera or two, so Chrome OS is no stranger to handling camera inputs. While the camera software on Chrome OS is still a bit of a work in progress across the board, the general camera functions are there and have been there for quite some time. What we are currently … [Read more...] about Advanced External USB Camera Controls Coming To Chromebooks
CTL’s Budget-Friendly Bundle: Chromebook Tablets, Chrome License and Charging Station
Chromebook tablets are still struggling to come into their own as a true replacement for the dying Android tablet platform but one place the emerging form-factor definitely shines is in the education sector. Portability, versatility and relatively low costs make "Chromeblets" an awesome … [Read more...] about CTL’s Budget-Friendly Bundle: Chromebook Tablets, Chrome License and Charging Station
