The addition of Linux apps to Chrome OS via the Crostini Project seems to be expanding at an exponential rate lately. Google has been content not sharing any insight into the project apart from the advantages it brings to developers but the latest update points at a larger target than just techies … [Read more...] about Linux Apps Coming To Older Braswell Chromebooks
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Will Samsung “Unpack” A New Chromebook Today?
In a little over an hour, Samsung will take the stage an unveil the latest addition to the Galaxy Smartphone lineup. The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will likely bring few if any surprises to the table as details, specs and rumors of the device have been swirling around the web for months. Along with … [Read more...] about Will Samsung “Unpack” A New Chromebook Today?
Acer Chromebook Tab 10 Now Available From Amazon
Our contacts at Acer reached out last week to clarify that the world's first Chrome OS Tablet was specifically designed for educational use. However, thanks to reseller channels, there are still a few places you can get your hands on one. Today, Amazon joined that short list. … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Tab 10 Now Available From Amazon
Proof That ‘Atlas’ Will Be A #madebyGoogle Chromebook
Just 11 days ago I wrote an article titled New Chromebook ‘Atlas’ Could Be #madebyGoogle. In that article we looked at a few reasons we believed 'Atlas' could possibly be one of the next #madebyGoogle Chromebooks. ONE of the next, you ask? Yeah, I have a gut feeling that there will be two or … [Read more...] about Proof That ‘Atlas’ Will Be A #madebyGoogle Chromebook
Chrome OS 68 Begins Rolling Out w/High Res Image Camera Support and More
The accelerated development of the Crostini Project and Linux apps on Chrome OS is a promising sign that we may see the new features come to the Stable channel for more users in the very near future. If we're lucky, we might see Crostini move to the Stable channel in the next major update to … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 68 Begins Rolling Out w/High Res Image Camera Support and More
Where Did The Clear All Notifications in the New Chrome OS System Tray Go?
For as long as I've used a Chromebook, there's a particular UI element that has never changed. It's been in the same spot and behaved the same way as long as I can remember, and I used it often. What item is that, you may ask? The clear all notifications button. … [Read more...] about Where Did The Clear All Notifications in the New Chrome OS System Tray Go?
Debian Linux Packages Now Working In Chrome OS Developer Channel
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
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
