UPDATE: Shortly after sharing this deal, the Pro has returned to the regular price of $599. The 500GB SSD still comes with it but the discount is no longer available on the Pro. We will keep an eye on the page to see if it returns. Update 2: It appears the deal has returned buy no longer includes … [Read more...] about [Update] Deal Alert: $200 Off The Samsung Chromebook Pro w/Backlit Keybaord And A Free 500GB Portable SSD
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With Chrome 73, PWA Support Is Now Available on Every Desktop With Mac OS Support
PWAs (Progressive Web Apps) have been around for quite some time, but at Google's Chrome Developers Summit back in November, functionality for support of PWAs across the board was kicked into overdrive. This uptick in available technologies doesn't mean we're now flooded with new PWAs everywhere we … [Read more...] about With Chrome 73, PWA Support Is Now Available on Every Desktop With Mac OS Support
Fingerprint Sensors And Numeric Keypads, Oh My: Two Upcoming Chromebooks Get A Serious Hardware Boost
It has been more than six months since the Chromebooks 'Ekko' and 'Bard' surfaced in the Chromium repository. We have suspicions these two Chromebooks will make their debut in coming weeks and it appears they will bring some very exclusive features with them. Fingerprint Reader Fingerprint … [Read more...] about Fingerprint Sensors And Numeric Keypads, Oh My: Two Upcoming Chromebooks Get A Serious Hardware Boost
Targus Debuts “Work-in” Cases For Chromebooks And Offers 15% Site-Wide Savings
There are countless options out there when it comes to cases, bags and sleeves for your Chrome devices and recommending one particular brand would be an impossible task. When it comes down to it, check reviews and get something that you like that fits your budget. One of the most well-known and … [Read more...] about Targus Debuts “Work-in” Cases For Chromebooks And Offers 15% Site-Wide Savings
Pixelbook vs. Pixel Slate: #madebyGoogle Showdown Reveals Definitive Winner [VIDEO]
We don't get the opportunity to do versus videos as often as I'd like, but we're ready to try and change that in the coming months. The truth is, with review units it is pretty difficult to catch two interesting devices in the office at the same time. Right now we have quite a few around, so we … [Read more...] about Pixelbook vs. Pixel Slate: #madebyGoogle Showdown Reveals Definitive Winner [VIDEO]
Lenovo’s Annual Sale: Smart Home Bundles, Chromebooks and More
Lenovo is running a slew of promotions at the moment and that could equal some serious savings if you're looking to up your smart home game. In addition to discounts on the popular Smart Display, the savings get even better when you bundle with products such as smart plugs and bulbs. The 8" and … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Annual Sale: Smart Home Bundles, Chromebooks and More
Why I’m Not Worried About Google’s Laptop & Tablet Employee Team Shift
Business Insider reported a few days ago that Google has internally communicated to employees in its laptop and tablet division to find new jobs within the company. Since the Pixelbook, supposed Pixelbook 2, and Pixel Slate are the only current laptop and tablet devices Google makes, this move (if … [Read more...] about Why I’m Not Worried About Google’s Laptop & Tablet Employee Team Shift
Say Hello To Google’s New Chromebook Simulator
Since its birth, Google's Chrome operating system has been met with a lot of resistance from the "traditional" PC world. Yet, Chromebooks have continued to evolve over the past 8+ years and now offer a true alternative OS for the majority of mass consumers. Despite rumors of vaporware like … [Read more...] about Say Hello To Google’s New Chromebook Simulator
Acer’s One-Day Sale Includes Gear, Accessories And $220 Off The Chromebook Spin 13
The Core i7 Pixelbook is still getting a massive discount at the moment but Acer is looking to grab some attention with a one-day sale that can score you some serious savings. Among the Amazon-exclusive deals are Predator laptop bags, gaming accessories and curved monitors but rounding out the list … [Read more...] about Acer’s One-Day Sale Includes Gear, Accessories And $220 Off The Chromebook Spin 13
As Promised, The Lenovo Yoga Chromebooks Have Returned
Last week, Lenovo threw a curve ball by removing all but the 4K model of the Yoga Chromebook from their site. Despite hints that it may be permanent, our contact at Lenovo assured me that the 1080P models would return. As I was enjoying my lunch today, the email came through that the "lesser" … [Read more...] about As Promised, The Lenovo Yoga Chromebooks Have Returned
Ahead of Google’s Big GDC Announcement, Nintendo Switch Controller Support Being Added To Chrome
It looks like Google is set to attempt to make a big splash at GDC (Game Developers Conference) in just 6 short days according to their teaser video that just went live yesterday. There's little to be gleaned from the video itself, but a tweet from Rick Osterloh may give us a bit more info on what … [Read more...] about Ahead of Google’s Big GDC Announcement, Nintendo Switch Controller Support Being Added To Chrome
Cheaper Than Ever: Core i7 Pixelbook Now $530 Off
Sure, the $1649 Core i7 Pixelbook with its half terabyte of NVMe storage is probably overkill for like ninety-nine percent of Chrome OS natives. Still, sometimes wants outweigh needs and who wouldn't want the maxed out Google Chromebook. While there are a handful of newer devices on the market … [Read more...] about Cheaper Than Ever: Core i7 Pixelbook Now $530 Off
