As the months have passed since Google's Allo messenger was released, I've become increasingly interested in using it daily. For me, the main thing standing in the way of becoming a daily Allo user (and requesting that others I chat with do the same) has been the lack of a desktop … [Read more...] about Allo For Web Getting Very Close To Launch
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Google Home Preview Program: What It Is & How To Get It
Google provided a Preview Program last September for the Chromecast, allowing early updates for broader field testing before rolling out a firmware update. That program is still up and running, and looks to be joined by a similar setup for Google Home. What's The Reason? In a nutshell, this is … [Read more...] about Google Home Preview Program: What It Is & How To Get It
Chromebooks Getting Pinch To Zoom Trackpad Support
I'd say we could all agree this should be filed under "Why wasn't this already a thing?" With Chromebooks having a well-developed trackpad and most of the gestures you need, something as simple as a pinch zoom seems like it would already be available. Let's not forget the silky-smooth … [Read more...] about Chromebooks Getting Pinch To Zoom Trackpad Support
Chromebook Updates: Peeking Launcher Enhancements, Back Button And More
The developers over at the Chromium repositories have been working overtime preparing Chrome OS for Android N, new stylus features and the onslaught of new form-factors headed our way. With all the new UI changes, tweaks and enhancements, we've been burning the midnight oil ourselves keeping track … [Read more...] about Chromebook Updates: Peeking Launcher Enhancements, Back Button And More
Google Assistant Coming To The Chrome Browser
Google Assistant - if you've somehow managed not to hear about it or encounter it in some way, shape or form until now - is Google's virtual assistant that is already embedded in many devices and form factors across Google's current purview. From smartphones, tablets and Google Home, the … [Read more...] about Google Assistant Coming To The Chrome Browser
HP Chromebook x360 11 Gets Android Apps
Yesterday's release of Chrome OS 60 brought some great enhancements and a few new features to many Chromebooks. Unfortunately, we are still in a holding pattern for a full-scale roll-out of the Play Store and Android Apps for Chrome OS. One device did sneak its way onto the official support … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook x360 11 Gets Android Apps
Google Assistant Makes First Appearance On Chromebooks
Chrome OS Stable just updated to version 60 and while it brought with it some welcome enhancements, the subsequent incremental update to the Developer channel has revealed some exciting news for Chromebook users. You are probably aware of the reports that the Google Assistant will soon be … [Read more...] about Google Assistant Makes First Appearance On Chromebooks
Chrome OS 60 Is Here For Most
Right on schedule, Chrome OS 60 has begun rolling out to Chromebooks and Chrome devices around the globe. The latest version of Google's desktop OS brings with it a few enhancements and new features including: Improved support for Auto updates over cellular networks Location and Timezone … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 60 Is Here For Most
Backlit Keyboard Coming To Detachable Chromebook ‘Soraka’
Just as we did with the upcoming Chromebook 'Eve', we are starting to see tons of details emerge for the first detachable Chromebook known only as 'Soraka'. We've covered a few things around 'Soraka' and the baseboards/keyboard that make it up. You can read here if you need to catch up. What … [Read more...] about Backlit Keyboard Coming To Detachable Chromebook ‘Soraka’
Chromebook News: Bullitt County Expands Access 24 1:1 Initiative
August 9 marks the start of a new school year for students in Bullitt County, Kentucky. Like many schools around the country, BCPS has a Chromebook pilot program with the long-term goal of 1:1 access for all of its students from 6th grade all the way to Senior year. The 2017-2018 school year … [Read more...] about Chromebook News: Bullitt County Expands Access 24 1:1 Initiative
New Chromebook Keyboard Layout Leaked
There has been a lot of talk lately surrounding some major changes coming for the Chrome OS keyboard layout. Along with a revamped top row, the Google Assistant will be making her way to Chromebooks. Until now, the actual layout of the updated keyboard has been a guessing game. We've made a … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Keyboard Layout Leaked
Detachable Chromebook ‘Soraka’ Keyboard Connector Details Emerge
'Soraka' - AKA the first (and only) detachable Chromebook in development - has just given us a new detail that, while small, will enable us to draw some pretty significant conclusions about what this device will be. (A quick sidenote: that picture is not official in any way, shape or form. It is … [Read more...] about Detachable Chromebook ‘Soraka’ Keyboard Connector Details Emerge
