Much like the dawn of Android apps on Chromebooks, the buzz around container-driven Linux apps is growing day by day. More features keep cropping up and it feels like we might be headed towards some sort of announcement at Google I/O in a couple weeks, even if we don't hear it in the primary … [Read more...] about Linux Apps On Chromebooks Will Employ Material Design – Kind Of
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‘Open With Windows Application’ Shows Up On Pixelbook: UPDATED
- - - - -- UPDATE: 4/25/18 @ 3:11pm EST -- From time to time, we make mistakes. This one is on me. I recently powerwashed and fully reset my Pixelbook, and did not realize CrossOver was automatically reinstalled from the Play Store on my Pixelbook. I removed it prior, but the restart … [Read more...] about ‘Open With Windows Application’ Shows Up On Pixelbook: UPDATED
Google And Citrix Hosting Chrome Enterprise Webinar Today
Google continues their commitment to enhancing businesses ability to embrace Chrome and the cloud with richer management solutions that help companies package legacy apps, mobility management and network solutions all in a single console. Products such as VMWare AirWatch and ManageEngine were … [Read more...] about Google And Citrix Hosting Chrome Enterprise Webinar Today
AMD Chromebook ‘Kahlee’ May Be Getting A Major Upgrade
Believe it or not, it's been over a year since we first unearthed the proof that AMD would be bringing their APU chipsets to Chrome OS. Since that time, we've seen a little movement on this front including three actual devices in development. 'Jadeite', 'Kahlee' and 'Grunt' were all shaping up to be … [Read more...] about AMD Chromebook ‘Kahlee’ May Be Getting A Major Upgrade
[Update] ASUS Is Up To Bat: Chromebox 3 Shows Up Online
Two down, one to go. Apart from the Celeron offerings from CTL and ViewSonic, three major players in the Kaby Lake Chromebox market are all slated to launch their Chrome OS desktops sometime in the coming weeks. Although Acer has yet to "officially" release the CXI3, it has been up for preorder … [Read more...] about [Update] ASUS Is Up To Bat: Chromebox 3 Shows Up Online
Run Linux Apps On A Pixelbook In A Container Via Crostini [VIDEO]
We've been talking about Chromebooks, Linux, containers, and running all of them together for quite some time. The dream? A simple, user-facing solution for running native Linux apps in Chrome OS. After all, Chrome OS is basically just a customized distro of Linux, so all of this isn't that much of … [Read more...] about Run Linux Apps On A Pixelbook In A Container Via Crostini [VIDEO]
This Week In Chrome: Family Link For Chrome OS, New Samsung Pro, Chrome 66 And More
It's been a busy week (actually two) here at Chrome Unboxed and we've got a lot of ground to cover. So, withouth furhter ado, let's dive into all that's new in the world of Chrome. … [Read more...] about This Week In Chrome: Family Link For Chrome OS, New Samsung Pro, Chrome 66 And More
Google Goes All-In On Android Messages & RCS, Pauses Development of Allo
For some time now, we've heard about RCS - Rich Communication Services - and its impending future of being the replacement for standard texting. I've personally held onto hope for years that carriers and phone makers would all magically get on the same page with all this and finally ditch SMS/MMS … [Read more...] about Google Goes All-In On Android Messages & RCS, Pauses Development of Allo
Breaking News: Google Rolls Out Family Link To Chromebooks
Well, it has been almost three months to the day since Google deprecated the Supervised User platform for Chrome and Chrome OS and needless to say, many are anxious for a good alternative or a permanent replacement for a system that, although flawed, was still the go-to option for many parents who … [Read more...] about Breaking News: Google Rolls Out Family Link To Chromebooks
Google Testing “AltOS” Mode For Pixelbook
Google is well known for having more irons in the fire than you can shake a stick at. Whether it's messaging platforms, email apps or operating systems, there's a lot of stuff happening in Mountain View. … [Read more...] about Google Testing “AltOS” Mode For Pixelbook
Pixelbook Deal: Up To $150 Off With Trade-in At Best Buy
As much as I hate to admit it, Best Buy is quickly becoming a great place to look when it comes to Chromebook deals. Don't' get me wrong, Best Buy is the go-to for millions on the hunt for electronics and they offer competitive pricing on tons of products. My only real issue with them is their … [Read more...] about Pixelbook Deal: Up To $150 Off With Trade-in At Best Buy
Chromebook Deals: $100 Off The 64GB Samsung Pro @ Best Buy
This week's new brought to you by Samsung and the number 4! I'm joking but seriously, despite all that is new in the world of Chrome OS this month, Samsung's Chromebook Pro has quickly become the center of attention for a number of really good reasons. … [Read more...] about Chromebook Deals: $100 Off The 64GB Samsung Pro @ Best Buy
