We only have about 3 weeks left before the big Google hardware event on October 9th. While the jury is out on whether or not Google has anything surprising in store for the Pixel 3 line of phones, there's no doubt that there's much to look forward to when we start talking Chromebooks. It's a … [Read more...] about Proof Emerges That #madebyGoogle Chromebook ‘Nocturne’ Will Be A Tablet Similar To The iPad Pro
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Chrome 70 Will Bring Fingerprint Support to the Web for Android and MacOS
The Credential Management API was introduced into the Chrome browser in version 51. The API set the foundation for websites to have the capability to leverage Chrome's credential management and in turn, allow users to sign into various web-based platforms without the need to type usernames and … [Read more...] about Chrome 70 Will Bring Fingerprint Support to the Web for Android and MacOS
Google Is Killing Off Inbox, Keeping Its Killer Feature For Gmail
You've probably read a similar story to this somewhere on the internet by now, but if you haven't, the quick and easy version is this: Google's shutting down Inbox in March now that Gmail finally got an update, visual overhaul, and many of Inbox's previously-unique features. … [Read more...] about Google Is Killing Off Inbox, Keeping Its Killer Feature For Gmail
Microsoft Testing Popup Beckoning Users To Say No To Chrome And Firefox
I've exhausted a lot of breath and energy expressing my distaste for the Windows ecosystem. However, I can honestly say I have zero issue with this latest news from the folks at Microsoft. More on that in a moment. The Windows 10 October update will soon start rolling out to users across the … [Read more...] about Microsoft Testing Popup Beckoning Users To Say No To Chrome And Firefox
ASUS Chromebook 12 (C223NA) Available For $229
When some people think of Chromebooks, they immediately think of budget-friendly or perhaps even cheap. True, one of the greatest draws of Chrome OS in its infancy was the ability to get a capable device with a lightweight OS for very little cash. As of late, the premium Chromebook market is … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook 12 (C223NA) Available For $229
Chromebook Tablets Getting Proper Desktop Mode [VIDEO]
Chrome OS has been a desktop-focused OS since the beginning. That comes as no surprise to anyone, right? Well, with all the most recent changes to Chrome OS both on the software and hardware front, there is more movement than ever getting Chrome OS ready for tablet use cases. With the Acer … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tablets Getting Proper Desktop Mode [VIDEO]
Pixelbook 2 Teased, Again. This Time Via YouTube TV
Tech blogs: "Google's hardware leaks are out of control. They couldn't get sloppier." Google: "Hold my coffee." If you haven't caught wind of all the leaks revolving around Google's upcoming Pixel 3 phones and now Pixelbook, I'm going to just assume you've sworn off media consumption in … [Read more...] about Pixelbook 2 Teased, Again. This Time Via YouTube TV
Premium Keyboard Maker Brydge Is Working On A Chromebook Model: Made For Google?
Last week, 9to5Google's Kyle Bradshaw (fellow code diver) uncovered evidence of a third-party keyboard in the works for Chrome OS. While this, in and of itself, is hardly newsworthy. The name attached to the new peripheral device is more than noteworthy. Add mappings for "Hamburger" and "Assistant" … [Read more...] about Premium Keyboard Maker Brydge Is Working On A Chromebook Model: Made For Google?
Controversial Change Being Fixed For Chrome OS Tablets
If you need any proof that Google does, in fact, listen to customers, this particular reversal shows that is at least the case when it comes to Chrome OS software decisions. This seems like a small change and it is. To be honest, it is an issue that simply never should have been an issue to begin … [Read more...] about Controversial Change Being Fixed For Chrome OS Tablets
Possible Pixelbook 2 Ad Shows Nearly Bezel-less Display
Look, I couldn't make this stuff up if I tried. Yesterday, we were alerted to a video clip of what we firmly believe could be 'Nocturne', the upcoming detachable Pixelbook from Google. Just a few hours later, we received an email containing images of a Chromebook ad that pictured a Pixelbook with … [Read more...] about Possible Pixelbook 2 Ad Shows Nearly Bezel-less Display
Deja Vu: New Pixelbook 2 Leaked Via Online Ad
We're exactly one month out from Google's next hardware event and like last year, there are a lot of rumors buzzing around October 9th launch of the Pixel 3 phone lineup as well as the possibility of multiple Pixelbooks. Just hours ago, Robby shared a video of a yet-to-be-released Chromebook that is … [Read more...] about Deja Vu: New Pixelbook 2 Leaked Via Online Ad
New #madebyGoogle Pixelbook ‘Nocturne’ or ‘Atlas’ Shown On Video
UPDATE: The link to the bug report has been blocked after this article was published. Looks like we probably hit a bit to close to home! We're only 31 days out from Google's upcoming #madebyGoogle hardware event, and though the leaks of the Pixel phones have been rampant to the point of … [Read more...] about New #madebyGoogle Pixelbook ‘Nocturne’ or ‘Atlas’ Shown On Video
