The state of Chromebook availability across most of Europe is still a frustrating subject, to say the least. While devices are beginning to trickle down to resellers and retailers, the overall expansion of the Chrome OS market abroad is a slow burn at best. One manufacturer that is a slight … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C213 Available In The United Kingdom
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First Hands-On Video Of The New Acer Chromebook 15 Surfaces
For Chromebook fans, IFA Berlin has been a little silent apart from Acer's quiet announcement of a fully-refreshed 15.6-inch Chromebook. Though it didn't make it on stage, this Chromebook is drawing some serious attention from quite a few media outlets. For many, the Acer Chromebook 15 has been … [Read more...] about First Hands-On Video Of The New Acer Chromebook 15 Surfaces
Android Apps On Chromebooks Getting More Native Behavior
Up until recently, Android apps have had their own set of behaviors. On some Chromebooks - those running Nougat - apps can be opened in phone orientation, sometimes resized, and in free-floating windows around your desktop. For those not yet on Nougat, all apps would open in a full window or a … [Read more...] about Android Apps On Chromebooks Getting More Native Behavior
More Google Assistant Coming To More Devices
We've been talking a lot about Google Assistant in the past few months and for good reason. The Assistant is Google's vision and has been since October of last year. Its pervasive nature has seen the Assistant move from phones to Google Home to Chromebooks to the browser and more. If Google's … [Read more...] about More Google Assistant Coming To More Devices
IFA Berlin: Will We See More Chromebooks?
Berlin, Germany IFA Berlin has yet to officially kick off but much like last year, the heavy-hitters have already begun holding press conferences and showing off the latest and greatest for the tech world to behold. The annual trade show is the premier electronics event in Europe with the … [Read more...] about IFA Berlin: Will We See More Chromebooks?
Chromebooks With Android Apps: The List Gets Longer
The list of Chrome devices with official support for Android Apps has just been updated by the Chromium developers. It seems our prediction of a snowball effect of the Play Store roll out may be coming to fruition as 34 Chromebooks are now listed to support Android in either the Stable or Beta … [Read more...] about Chromebooks With Android Apps: The List Gets Longer
DirecTV Now Ditches Microsoft In Favor Of Chrome
It has been a while since I visited DirecTV NOW on my Chromebook for a couple of reasons. The first being the fact that YouTube TV has rolled out in our area. The second being Microsoft Silverlight which prevents Chrome devices from viewing the streaming service via the web. In an ironic turn … [Read more...] about DirecTV Now Ditches Microsoft In Favor Of Chrome
Acer’s New Aluminum Chromebook 15 Debuts At IFA Berlin
I really wasn't sure what to expect from IFA Berlin this year. Last year, the annual consumer electronics show brought us (albeit quietly) the Acer Chromebook R13. Unfortunately, the release of that device was met with mixed reviews as it quickly took a back seat to the later fabled Samsung … [Read more...] about Acer’s New Aluminum Chromebook 15 Debuts At IFA Berlin
Reverse Mouse Scrolling On Chromebooks Soon
Thanks to a quick tip by Google's own +François Beaufort, we now know that reverse mouse scrolling is available in Chrome OS Canary Channel at the moment. As we've seen before, these types of features can move down through development channels pretty quickly, so we may see this available sooner … [Read more...] about Reverse Mouse Scrolling On Chromebooks Soon
Printing From A Chromebook Just Got A Lot Easier Thanks To Android
The state of printing from a Chromebook is still a bit precarious depending on your printer as well as your network setup. Recent updates to Chrome OS have opened the door for a more native experience that will soon bypass the need for Google Cloud Print and GCP capable printers. Chrome Apps … [Read more...] about Printing From A Chromebook Just Got A Lot Easier Thanks To Android
Google Assistant About To Invade 3rd Party Apps
A new change spotted by XDA Developers and reported by Android Authority shows that Android O will give 3rd party apps full access to the powers of Google Assistant. What has been found, specifically is the ability for apps to create their own tasks in Android's activity manager. This will allow … [Read more...] about Google Assistant About To Invade 3rd Party Apps
Deal Alert: Chromecast Ultra, Google Home And More!
Google may very well be busy gearing up for an October event and the release of new hardware but that hasn't stopped them from offering some deals on current #madebygoogle products. Right now, Google is offering discounts on a number of products direct from the Google Store itself. None of … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Chromecast Ultra, Google Home And More!
