Last week, Chrome OS 62 started rolling out to many users and with it came a few behind-the-scenes changes. Probably the most important being a fix for the dreaded KRACK vulnerability plaguing WPA protocols across millions of devices that use the protocol for WIFI access. We'll cover the other … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 62 Bug Makes Chromebooks “Uncertified” For Android Apps
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Google Home Can Print. Wait, What?
Okay, I really don't know how long this has been a thing but for me, I just discovered it today. Google just published an extensive list of partner products that work with the Home smart-speaker line and on that list is "HP Print." … [Read more...] about Google Home Can Print. Wait, What?
Google Home Adds Partner List To Support Page
Google is putting in work expanding their line up Home products and their visibility in the consumer market. Google now reports that the Home, Home Mini and upcoming Home Max work with over 1,000 smart-home devices. … [Read more...] about Google Home Adds Partner List To Support Page
Google’s $1999 Meeting Room G Suite Setup Looks Amazing
You'd be forgiven for seeing an enormous price tag like the one in the title and clicking in here just to find a reason to say nothing focused on a meeting room is worth that much money. You'd need more details to really make that judgement (as I did) and you'll likely feel different after … [Read more...] about Google’s $1999 Meeting Room G Suite Setup Looks Amazing
Is Google Making A Line Of Pixelbooks?
For some, delivery of Google's new Pixelbook came a few days early. For most, however, tomorrow marks the day that the Chromebook #madebygoogle begins shipping. But, what if? … [Read more...] about Is Google Making A Line Of Pixelbooks?
Chrome Saves The Day For MSFT Employees When Edge Crashes
It's no secret that I am not at all a fan of Windows machines or their software products and being a Chrome OS website, I feel it my duty to give them a hard time. Despite my personal distaste, I truly have no ill will towards Microsoft or Apple for that matter. They're just not my cup of tea. … [Read more...] about Chrome Saves The Day For MSFT Employees When Edge Crashes
Chrome OS Detachable Update: Camera Flash, Dual Microphones
Google's Pixelbook has the potential to accelerate the consumer Chromebook market like no other device is the short history of Chrome OS. Over the next six to twelve months, we truly anticipate exponential growth of the awareness of Chrome OS devices in the retail sector. That leads me to ask "what … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Detachable Update: Camera Flash, Dual Microphones
Developing Android Apps Right On Your Chromebook
Since last year announcement of the Play Store coming to Chromebooks, and more generally devices running Chrome OS, the Linux-powered operating system by Google, most of these devices have gradually received the update and can now benefit from millions of compatible apps. Officially, it has been … [Read more...] about Developing Android Apps Right On Your Chromebook
Chromebook Deals: Black Friday Prep
If you're like me, the thought of holiday shopping sends a chill down your spine and conjures up and proverbial panic attack somewhere along the lines of having a root canal. Finding the best deals, beating the Christmas rush and snagging that elusive Black Friday deal has become a feat of almost … [Read more...] about Chromebook Deals: Black Friday Prep
Google Pixelbook Shipping Early For Some
It's no overstatement to say that the Pixel 2 XL is off to a bit of a rocky start to kick off 2017's #madebyGoogle efforts. With a screen plagued by some issues that the tech media can't seem to stop talking about, early inventory issues (for the Panda model, anyway) and some sluggish shipping … [Read more...] about Google Pixelbook Shipping Early For Some
The Chrome Cast: The Chrome Unboxed Podcast, Episode 2
For our latest podcast, we recorded a YouTube Live session at our home office. In this episode, we talk the biggest news in the Chromebook and Assistant space, including: … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast: The Chrome Unboxed Podcast, Episode 2
Chrome Will Soon Have Native Notifications On Linux
Notifications, whether on desktop or mobile, may seem like the minutiae of an application but that's because most of us are accustomed to our platform choice have a uniform look and feel that seemlessly pulls everything together. … [Read more...] about Chrome Will Soon Have Native Notifications On Linux
