Back in Chrome OS 70 we were introduced to the idea of PIP (picture-in-picture) video playback on desktop. The idea is similar to what we've become used to using on our phones. If you are watching a video and minimize the window or tab your playback is happening in, the PIP will kick in and keep … [Read more...] about Chrome 73 Brings “Back To Tab” Button For PIP Video Windows
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The Acer Chromebook Spin 13 Finally Lands In The UK And It’s On Sale!
Christmas is nearly upon us and Acer has dropped a last-minute surprise under the tree that's worth getting excited about. We all know the pain that our friends across the pond suffer when it comes to availability of Chrome devices. … [Read more...] about The Acer Chromebook Spin 13 Finally Lands In The UK And It’s On Sale!
Chrome Canary Testing “Close All Tabs” With Chrome Home UI
For some time, Chrome developers have been working on the "Chrome Home" UI which brings the browser's controls to the bottom of your phone's display. While definitely still a work in progress, new features are being tested and tweaked for the Chrome Home UI and this week, Chrome Story's Dinsan … [Read more...] about Chrome Canary Testing “Close All Tabs” With Chrome Home UI
Chrome Canvas: A Web App For Drawing On Your Chromebook From Google
Pen support has been a normality in Chrome OS since the early days of Chrome Unboxed. The device that pioneered the entire effort was one we tracked from the earliest stages: the Samsung Chromebook Plus. I remember stumbling upon pen support for what was known as 'Kevin' at the time and being so … [Read more...] about Chrome Canvas: A Web App For Drawing On Your Chromebook From Google
Best Affordable Chromebooks For Kids: Late 2018 [VIDEO]
The end of the holiday season is rapidly approaching and, around the office, we've noticed a trend pop up that hasn't been a trend before this year. It revolves around a question that we've been asked so regularly (in the office, via email, in chats, and in comments) that we stopped other video … [Read more...] about Best Affordable Chromebooks For Kids: Late 2018 [VIDEO]
Snag The HP Chromebook X360 14 For $499
Best Buy has offered up some serious Chromebook savings over the past couple of weeks and is even tossing in a free Google Home Mini with select devices. One of the most impressive machines of 2018, the HP Chromebook X360 14, has seen its price reduced to an insane $449 multiple times from Best Buy … [Read more...] about Snag The HP Chromebook X360 14 For $499
Amazon UK’s Last Minute Christmas Includes A Sweet Deal On The ASUS C302
If you are among the proud few that have finished up your holiday shopping early, I tip my hat to you. For those still hustling to grab those last minute gifts before Christmas Day, Amazon UK has launched the Last Minute deals page and there's a great deal on one of my all-time favorite Chromebooks. … [Read more...] about Amazon UK’s Last Minute Christmas Includes A Sweet Deal On The ASUS C302
Deal Alert: The $749 Pixelbook Is Back, Everywhere
If you're looking to score a great deal on a new Chromebook just in time for the holidays, now is the time. Just about every flagship device on the market is discounted at various retailers and now, the Pixelbook has jumped back on the bandwagon. … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: The $749 Pixelbook Is Back, Everywhere
Chrome OS 71 Rolling Out With Android Integrations, Native Google Assistant & More
One of the benefits of being a Chromebook user is the schedule of regular updates your device will always receive quietly and in the background. For all the things many people think Chromebooks lack, they can't argue with the fantastic update experience Chrome OS offers its users. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 71 Rolling Out With Android Integrations, Native Google Assistant & More
Killer Deal On The Dell Inspiron Chromebook 14 & Free Google Home Mini
Dell launched the new Inspiron Chromebook over a month ago, and for most of that available time, this device has been $599 from either Best Buy or Dell. While I think that is a tad high, I wasn't overly offended by the base price on this device while using it. … [Read more...] about Killer Deal On The Dell Inspiron Chromebook 14 & Free Google Home Mini
How To Stream The Canelo vs. Rocky For Free With DAZN
Tomorrow night, Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez will step into the ring and pair off against current WBA super-middleweight regular title-holder Rocky Fielding. It will be a big day not only for Canelo who is stepping up into a new weight class but also for the entire genre of televised fights. For Canelo, … [Read more...] about How To Stream The Canelo vs. Rocky For Free With DAZN
Native PDF Pen Annotation On The Way For Chromebooks
PDFs have become quite the standard over the years. Of all of Adobe's contributions to the software world, the PDF will likely stand the test of time as the de facto sharable public document. Though originally created by Adobe, they handed control of the PDF file over to the international … [Read more...] about Native PDF Pen Annotation On The Way For Chromebooks
