The Samsung Chromebook Pro is just now getting its legs under it as inventory is becoming more and more available at a wider number of retailers. As expected, after the initial release, stock of the Pro was hit-or-miss due to high demand and the presumably large number of pre-orders waiting to be … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Currently “Under Review” On Amazon. But, Why?
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PC and Mac Getting Google Backup And Sync For Desktop Next Week
According to the G Suite Updates blog, users on Mac or PC will be seeing a new app available from Google to handle a more cohesive backup solution. From the post, which is a bit scant on detail, we can at least tell that this app looks to replace the Google Drive app users have become accustom … [Read more...] about PC and Mac Getting Google Backup And Sync For Desktop Next Week
Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro Prove Super-Durable In Drop Test
Today, we recieved an email with a link to a very interesting video. In it, Sean at Riverdale Country School takes a rather aggressive approach in testing the durability of the Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro. As an educator (he's the Director of Academic Technology at Riverdale Country School), … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro Prove Super-Durable In Drop Test
Chrome OS Night Mode Adds Scheduled Timer
Chrome OS development continues to push forward with new features and updated design elements. The recently added Night Mode has made its way to the Beta channel but over in the Developer build we've discovered an addition to the upcoming feature. Night Mode: Schedule In addition to the … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Night Mode Adds Scheduled Timer
Chromecast Owners Get A Nice Discount On Rentals
It seems Google is intent on getting more Chromecast users renting movies from the Play Store. Just last month we made readers aware of a $.99 rental opportunity, and it looks like that deal is getting extended once again. This time around, the deal is similar but last longer. July 31st is … [Read more...] about Chromecast Owners Get A Nice Discount On Rentals
*Update* Google Expands Android Apps To More Chromebooks
Google has just updated the list of Chromebooks that can access the Play Store and Android Apps. This is by far the largest update to the list to date and is a very promising sign that the full roll-out could be very soon. The only device to gain newly-found support in the Stable channel … [Read more...] about *Update* Google Expands Android Apps To More Chromebooks
Chromebook Developer Channel Brings New Notifications And More
The latest update to the Developer channel of Chrome OS has brought with it some big new features to look forward to in the coming weeks. Android Apps may be the "big thing" everyone is waiting for but, meanwhile, developers have been working hard to give Chrome OS a major facelift. Here's a … [Read more...] about Chromebook Developer Channel Brings New Notifications And More
Unannounced Acer Chromebook Shows Up Online
We recently got a glimpse of a new 11.6" Acer Chromebook at this year's Computex expo but Acer has yet to officially announce and details about the device. We are pretty confident it is a smaller version of the current Acer Chromebook 14 for Work with a rugged housing. Today we received an … [Read more...] about Unannounced Acer Chromebook Shows Up Online
Additional Chromebooks Getting Android Nougat 7.1.1
Just yesterday we broke the news of Android Nougat showing up on the Acer Chromebook 14 alongside the ASUS Chromebook Flip C302. In that article, Gabriel asked for you comments on what devices you may be seeing 7.1.1 on and you've responded. So, for our readers who don't gravitate to the comments … [Read more...] about Additional Chromebooks Getting Android Nougat 7.1.1
Samsung Chromebook Plus Gets Major Price Cut
Some would argue that $449 is a fair price to pay for the ARM-powered Samsung Chromebook Plus. With its gorgeous display, temporarily unique stylus and attractive build, it deserves a higher-end price tag. However, since its announcement at CES, we at Chrome Unboxed collaboratively agree it … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Plus Gets Major Price Cut
Android N: Nougat Lands On More Chromebooks
For reasons I really can't explain, I was always under the assumption that the Google Play Store would roll out to Chromebooks well before Android Nougat was even considered and option. Now, more than a year after the announcement of Android Apps on Chrome OS, it appears the stabilization of … [Read more...] about Android N: Nougat Lands On More Chromebooks
Chrome OS Canary Adds Material Design Lock Screen
Chrome OS developers continue to bring new features and design elements to Chromebooks with each update. The ever-growing expansion of Google's Material Design principles are quickly taking over the UI of Chrome OS and personally, I love it. The latest update to the experimental Canary … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Canary Adds Material Design Lock Screen
