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
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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
$100 Off A Samsung Chromebook Plus
Samsung is dropping deals on Chromebooks left and right. Earlier this week, they announced a $200 discount on any Chromebook with the purchase of their flagship Galaxy S9 and S9+. … [Read more...] about $100 Off A Samsung Chromebook Plus
New Chromebook ‘Atlas’ Could Be #madebyGoogle
Just a few days ago news broke that a very credible source (Evan Blass: @evleaks) had it on good authority that we'll see a followup to the Pixelbook at this year's Google hardware event, likely on October 4th. Obviously, we're quite excited about an update to the Pixelbook as it is, in my … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Atlas’ Could Be #madebyGoogle
Snag A Free Chromebook(and some memory) With A New Samsung Galaxy S9
You read that right. From now until August 13th, Samsung is giving away a $200 credit towards a new Chromebook with the purchase of any Galaxy S9 or S9+ smartphone. That means picking up the Chromebook 3 for pretty much free or a Chromebook Pro for only $399! … [Read more...] about Snag A Free Chromebook(and some memory) With A New Samsung Galaxy S9
Pixelbook 2 Rumored for Google’s October Hardware Event
It is hard to believe, but we are only about 10 weeks out from Google's third October hardware event. For the past two years, we've been treated to new, Google-branded hardware on the fourth day of October, and we don't see any reason that will change this year. … [Read more...] about Pixelbook 2 Rumored for Google’s October Hardware Event
