A recent update to the experimental Canary Channel of Chrome OS brought about the ability to install Debian packages with a simple double-click. The only prerequisite being you are on a Chromebook or Chromebox that has support for the Crostini Project. … [Read more...] about Debian Linux Packages Now Working In Chrome OS Developer Channel
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Chrome OS Can Now Install Debian Linux Packages
A few weeks back, I was tinkering around in the Canary channel and through some hacky loops and multiple attempts, I was able to install a Linux installer that allowed me to launch Debian(.deb) Linux packages on my Chromebox. Granted, the workaround was in vain as I got Steam up and running just … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Can Now Install Debian Linux Packages
Qualcomm Powered Chromebook ‘Cheza’ To Feature LTE & eSIM
One of the things my first real Chromebook came equipped with was wireless network access. The HP Chromebook 14 (the first device I did an unboxing of) came with a free, paltry amount of data each month from T-Mobile. If you wanted, you could up that amount and pay for a data plan, but I never … [Read more...] about Qualcomm Powered Chromebook ‘Cheza’ To Feature LTE & eSIM
Upcoming ARCore Update Brings Augmented Reality To Chrome OS
Back in May of this year, Google launched a major update to their classroom-oriented Expeditions platform that added Augmented Reality to the VR learning program. Being that Chrome OS has become so widespread in the education sector, it was no surprise when Android Police uncovered the addition of … [Read more...] about Upcoming ARCore Update Brings Augmented Reality To Chrome OS
Acer Chromebook 13 And 13 Spin Release Announced
When the Acer Chromebook 13 and 13 Spin were unveiled in New York, we were given a tentative release date of September and it looks like the Chromebook giant is going to be spot on for that launch window. Announced this morning, Acer's latest flagship offerings will first be made available … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 13 And 13 Spin Release Announced
Google Camera App Shows Up On The Pixelbook In Dev Channel
Let me put this out there and own it: I have been insanely critical of the general camera experience on Chromebooks. I'm not going to link all the articles and videos where I've put this whole camera mess on blast, but if you are new around here, know that I've not been nice. In my defense, … [Read more...] about Google Camera App Shows Up On The Pixelbook In Dev Channel
You Can Now Browse The Web in Daydream VR with Chrome
Well, it's been a long time coming, but it seems users will finally be able to browse the web with the Daydream headset using the Chrome browser. I took a look and we wrote about the infant stages of this development all the way back in September of 2017, so to say this development is long in the … [Read more...] about You Can Now Browse The Web in Daydream VR with Chrome
New Chromebook Video Takes A Jab At “The Other Guys”
Yesterday, Robby shared some great insight into a new video released by Google on the Chromebook YouTube Channel. The growing support of Chromebooks from the developer community is a very positive sign that Chrome OS is being treated as a legitimate operating system in a market dominated by Windows … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Video Takes A Jab At “The Other Guys”
Official PUBG Mobile Support For Chromebooks Likely Coming Soon
We covered PUBG Mobile's arrival on Chromebooks some time ago, but that was just to say the game was finally playable on Chrome OS. The state of affairs there hasn't changed much over the past few months with the game forcing all Chromebooks into the "low" graphics settings with only medium … [Read more...] about Official PUBG Mobile Support For Chromebooks Likely Coming Soon
This Pixelbook Deal Is Still The Best Chromebook For The Money
If you were lucky enough to snag the new HP Chromebook x2 for $519 last week, I'd say you probably picked up one of the best deals of 2018 on a Chromebook. The price on the detachable Chromebook has since gone up to $539 which is still a great deal in my opinion. Unfortunately, HP is "out of stock" … [Read more...] about This Pixelbook Deal Is Still The Best Chromebook For The Money
Lenovo Launches First Google Assistant Smart Display
It has been a long time coming but today Lenovo made good on a July release of the first-ever Smart Display featuring the Google Assistant. Teased at CES this year, Lenovo leads the way for other OEMs including JBL and LG who also had Smart Displays present in Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Lenovo Launches First Google Assistant Smart Display
Linux Apps on Chromebooks Could Hit Stable In Chrome 69
It's been a bit since we've talked about Linux apps on Chromebooks, but that doesn't mean development has stopped. Actually, progress has been constantly moving forward with small tweaks and changes happening almost daily. The big changes, however, haven't been as rapid-fire since I/O back in May, … [Read more...] about Linux Apps on Chromebooks Could Hit Stable In Chrome 69
