Announced back in May at Google I/O,a a feature that Google promised has finally become a reality. As of today, the update for Google Home is rolling out that will allow users to make phone calls directly from the device itself. According to The Keyword, a simple utterance of "OK, Google, call … [Read more...] about Google Home Can Now Make Phone Calls
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Allo For Web Is Here!
Well, it looks like the wait was even shorter than we speculated. I have been impatiently sitting at my desk hitting the refresh button on the Allo for web URL and just a few minutes ago I was greeted with the image above. In case you missed Robby's article, just a couple of hours ago he reported … [Read more...] about Allo For Web Is Here!
Samsung Chromebook Pro Is On Sale!
The Samsung Chromebook Pro, for all intents and purposes, is still the best Chromebook of 2017. Some would say the best to date but we'll leave that argument for another day. (I stand by my choice of the ASUS C302 but that's just me) The Pro's little brother, the Samsung Chromebook Plus, has … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Is On Sale!
Allo For Web Shows Up In Allo App
We talked earlier this month about the imminent release of Google's Allo for Web. This service will finally unshackle the chat app from your phone, allowing you to continue chatting on the desktop during the day. I've been pretty bullish about this since Allo's release and I still am: until I … [Read more...] about Allo For Web Shows Up In Allo App
Chrome For Phones Getting A New Look?
We've reported on a lot of updates, additions, and changes to the Chrome OS ecosystem but Chromebooks aren't the only devices getting some UI tweaks from the Chromium developers. In late May, we saw a new feature in Chrome Canary for Android labeled "Chrome Home." The experimental flag … [Read more...] about Chrome For Phones Getting A New Look?
Acer Chromebook 11 Spin Available On Amazon
After a rather long delay, we are finally starting to see the new Apollo Lake-powered Chromebooks available at online retailers. We currently have the HP Chromebook x360 11 EE in-house and will be posting our full review in the coming weeks. Now, the Acer Chromebook Spin 11 has made its way … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 11 Spin Available On Amazon
Best Android Apps For Your Chromebook: Squid (Notes, Drawing, PDF Markup)
In an earlier article, we talked about the shortcomings of Google Keep and all the ways it needs to improve to become the go-to notes app for your stylus-equipped Chromebook. Luckily, the remedy for Keep's weaknesses is already here. … [Read more...] about Best Android Apps For Your Chromebook: Squid (Notes, Drawing, PDF Markup)
Chromebooks Getting Fresh OOBE Look
We are seeing a lot of changes to our beloved Chrome operating system as of late. From the slow rollout of Android Apps, new form-factors, and extensive Material Design changes, Chromebooks have certainly come a long way in just a few, short years. This week, we are seeing what could be a new … [Read more...] about Chromebooks Getting Fresh OOBE Look
HP x360 Chromebook 11 Unboxing
https://youtu.be/QJ5WM3kstwc The HP x360 Chromebook 11 comes to our office via HP's own store, so we opted for the 8GB/64GB configuration for our testing. What's that mean? Well, it means that my expectations were a bit high, to be honest with you. Consider the spec sheet: Intel … [Read more...] about HP x360 Chromebook 11 Unboxing
Android Apps And Chrome OS: What This Means for Tablets
Google had been toying around with the idea of Android apps for Chromebooks since last year's I/O conference in San Francisco. After a myriad of hit-and-miss trials, we finally got a proper feel of Android on Chrome OS with the spring release of Samsung's Chromebook Pro. Although the Android apps … [Read more...] about Android Apps And Chrome OS: What This Means for Tablets
Chromebook Avatars Get Animated
In the ever-evolving world that is Material Design, developers are constantly tweaking, changing and update features in and outside of Chrome OS. One of the latest additions to the Canary Channel comes in the form of new Avatar options for users. Avatars, or account pictures, are the small … [Read more...] about Chromebook Avatars Get Animated
Chromebook Classroom: Netop Vision Puts Teachers In Control
Chromebook management can be a daunting task for IT administrators as well as the educators who teach with the devices on a daily basis. Juggling thousands of devices and policies that can vary greatly depending on the class takes constant work and monitoring. Not to mention the ongoing contact with … [Read more...] about Chromebook Classroom: Netop Vision Puts Teachers In Control
