Arguably one of the best parts of being an Android user is knowing that not all apps have to come from the Play Store. Sure, staying put in the Play Store keeps you quite a bit safer and protects against malware in most cases, but there are times when a small developer needs to get you that APK … [Read more...] about Chromebooks May Soon Be Able To Easily Sideload Android Apps
Support our independent tech coverage. Chrome Unboxed is written by real people, for real people—not search algorithms. Join Chrome Unboxed Plus for just $2 a month to get an ad-free experience, access to our private Discord, and more. Learn more about membership here.
START FREE TRIAL (MONTHLY)START FREE TRIAL (ANNUAL)
Razer & Project Linda: A Glimpse of What Chrome OS and Android Could Be
If you've not seen the Razer's first foray into the handset world, head over to YouTube and do some looking. Most major tech vloggers have covered this slightly-unconventional phone from just about every angle. Overall, it is a device that lives in extremes: huge battery, crazy-smooth 120Hz refresh … [Read more...] about Razer & Project Linda: A Glimpse of What Chrome OS and Android Could Be
Google Home Mini Mounting Options
In case you've missed all the CES coverage, the Google Assistant is EVERYWHERE. According the the folks in Mountain View, a Home device was sold every second between the release of the Home Mini in October and January 5th. By my math, that's roughly just short of seven million devices. … [Read more...] about Google Home Mini Mounting Options
Google Smart Display Walkthrough
At CES 2018, Google was kind enough to give us a walkthrough of their newest Assistant-powered effort, the Lenovo Smart Display. It is worth noting the JBL and LG smart displays were on display as well, but our time was spent looking at the Lenovo model. Google is positioning these smart display … [Read more...] about Google Smart Display Walkthrough
Google Sheds Some Light On How It Protected Its Services From Meltdown and Spectre
We've talked a bit about Meltdown and Spectre already, so if you aren't familiar, you can catch up with our older article on the subject. In quick terms, these two exploits are what Google call two of the most complex flaws in the past decade. Those are tough words. With so many of Google's … [Read more...] about Google Sheds Some Light On How It Protected Its Services From Meltdown and Spectre
HH Global Expands Chrome Kiosks In Japanese Market
Press Release TOKYO, Jan. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- HH Global, the world's fastest-growing and most innovative marketing execution partner, has formed a partnership with Densan System Co., Ltd., (a Google Cloud Premier Partner). This partnership has been created to help transform the customer … [Read more...] about HH Global Expands Chrome Kiosks In Japanese Market
Chromebooks To Add Android Notification Badges
Love it or hate it, Chrome OS is quickly adopting more and more Android features as time goes on. Some features, like the upcoming "Folders" tweak are welcome refinements that make our beloved OS more user-friendly and easy on the eyes. Other additions, like video recording via the Android Camera … [Read more...] about Chromebooks To Add Android Notification Badges
Chromebook ‘Nautilus’ Will Usher In Video Recording For Chrome OS
Before we get down to business, let me address the masses who are questioning why the new Chromebook 'Nautilus' failed to make an appearance last week at CES. Long story short, the detachable Chromebook we suspect is coming from Samsung, is nowhere near ready for production. The device has only … [Read more...] about Chromebook ‘Nautilus’ Will Usher In Video Recording For Chrome OS
Chromebooks Adding New “Folders” UI
For years, many Chromebook users have clamored for a desktop UI to customize their Chrome OS experience and give it a more "Windows-ish" feel. While I don't see a true desktop ever being part of the Chrome OS layout, steps are now being taken to give the app launcher a more polished look and that … [Read more...] about Chromebooks Adding New “Folders” UI
ASUS Zenscreen Go and ProArt 4K Portable Monitors At CES 2018
While there wasn't a ton of Chrome OS hardware on display at this year's CES, that doesn't mean there weren't a few things here and there that are worth talking about when we talk about new tech for Chromebooks. ASUS does have a new Chromebox, and we have some details and a quick video coming on … [Read more...] about ASUS Zenscreen Go and ProArt 4K Portable Monitors At CES 2018
Grab A Free Pen When You Buy A Pixelbook
Holiday shopping season has come and gone. Like most markets, Chromebooks have now settled back to retail or close to MSRP pricing. If you missed out on the Pixelbook deal you were hoping for, Google's offering up a little incentive when you buy the flagship Chromebook. … [Read more...] about Grab A Free Pen When You Buy A Pixelbook
Google Posts Current Status Of Meltdown And Chromebooks
CES 2018 will soon be winding down and although it's sunshine and blue skies here in Las Vegas, Intel has a hornets nest to deal with when Monday brings about business as usual in the world of computing. The severity, degree and fixability of the "Meltdown" bug affecting PCs range from minimal to … [Read more...] about Google Posts Current Status Of Meltdown And Chromebooks
