We have been receiving a lot of requests lately for a review of the Lenovo Chromebook 500e that launched back in February. For those asking, I do have the Lenovo in my possession and, after a much-needed week of vacation, I will have the full review for you upon my return. … [Read more...] about 8GB/64GB Lenovo 500e Chromebook Now Available
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New Kaby Lake Chromebook ‘Rammus’ Could Be ASUS’ Next Flagship
I was going through my morning routine of coffee and Chromium repository surfing when I stumbled across a new board overlay that was added just a few days ago. At first glance, the new Chromebook, code-named 'Rammus', appeared to be yet-another Kaby Lake device to add to the ever-growing … [Read more...] about New Kaby Lake Chromebook ‘Rammus’ Could Be ASUS’ Next Flagship
Google Extends Internal “Grab And Go” Chromebook Program To Enterprises
Google has continually expressed their commitment to offering a full suite of solutions to the Enterprise and Education sectors and this week, that dedication is offering up a new way for businesses to lend out Chrome devices to their employees. Grab and Go … [Read more...] about Google Extends Internal “Grab And Go” Chromebook Program To Enterprises
Prime Day, Round 2: More Chromebooks, Google WIFI, Wearables And More
Amazon's 36-hour long "Prime Day" has been experiencing some rather unfortunate hiccups as the online shopping behemoth has been plagued with major site issues that have left users unable to browse deals, place orders or even log in to their accounts in some cases. Still, the show must go on and … [Read more...] about Prime Day, Round 2: More Chromebooks, Google WIFI, Wearables And More
Prime Day Pixelbook Deal: $250 Off Any Model
I honestly wouldn't have guessed that Amazon's Prime Day would have offered any discounts on Google's Pixelbook. The base model Core i5 has been on sale for around $150 for a couple of months but as 3:00 p.m. rolled around, the first Chromebook deal that caught my eye was a $749 Pixelbook. Sure … [Read more...] about Prime Day Pixelbook Deal: $250 Off Any Model
Amazon Prime Day Tips: Chromebook Buying 101
Prime Day is now upon us and in a few short hours, Amazon will begin rolling out hourly deals on nearly a million products in what is predicted to be the biggest online shopping day in history. Like last year, we will be sharing the best deals as they happen so you don't miss out. We have a few … [Read more...] about Amazon Prime Day Tips: Chromebook Buying 101
Extend Your Chromebook Storage On The Cheap
We obviously love Chromebooks around here! One thing that most Chromebooks inherently lack, however, is internal storage. With Android apps available on most Chromebooks these days, that local storage is becoming more and more necessary for a variety of users across the board. … [Read more...] about Extend Your Chromebook Storage On The Cheap
Save $70 On This “Certified” HP Chromebook x2
For the life of me, I do not understand why any Chromebook manufacturer would make a device exclusive to one particular retailer especially when that retailer is Best Buy. Don't get me wrong, I frequent the electronics superstore and often times, I come across some pretty good deals. Mostly, for me … [Read more...] about Save $70 On This “Certified” HP Chromebook x2
Chrome Deploys Broader Site Isolation. The Cost? Just A Little RAM
As new variants of the dreaded Spectre CPU vulnerability have come to light, developers are making moves to patch and protect against the attacks. The core updates from Intel include a patch to thwart the now fourth Spectre variant but users who enable the fix have been warned that CPU performance … [Read more...] about Chrome Deploys Broader Site Isolation. The Cost? Just A Little RAM
Shop ebay And Get A Free Google Home Mini
Unless you've been under a rock for the past week, you're probably aware that Amazon's annual Prime Day shenanigans will soon be upon us. Thirty-hours of Prime Member exclusive deals will begin Monday the 16th and we'll be sharing all the best Chromebook and related deals as they arrive so you don't … [Read more...] about Shop ebay And Get A Free Google Home Mini
CTL Spain Brings The Chromebox CBX1 To Greater Europe
CEO Erik Stromquist and the team at CTL have been burning the midnight oil getting supply lines up and running for the Chromebox CBX1. Just last month, Erik shared with me a close-up look at the new Kaby Lake Chromebox along with some candid shots of his team prepping the first shipments of the … [Read more...] about CTL Spain Brings The Chromebox CBX1 To Greater Europe
“Swipe To Switch” Wallpapers Coming To Chromebooks
More fresh news from François Beaufort and the world of Chrome OS. As tablets and detachables become more prevalant, touch-friendly features and Android-centric UIs are making themselves at home in the Chromebook ecosystem. The refreshed wallpaper picker for Chrome OS is still behind a flag in … [Read more...] about “Swipe To Switch” Wallpapers Coming To Chromebooks
