I am a big fan of Chrome Extensions. I share my favorites on Twitter and this blog. Extension can control and access a lot of system resources, that's how they can do so many cool things! With that access comes the possibility of misuse. Google reviews all extensions posted to the Chrome Web … [Read more...] about When Chrome Extensions Go Bad
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Upcoming Chromebooks To Feature New Touchpad Support Starting With ‘Eve’
The Chromebook universe is one that, for the time being, is constantly evolving and changing. If you don't like what is currently on offer, something new is seemingly right around the corner. … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chromebooks To Feature New Touchpad Support Starting With ‘Eve’
Chrome Extension Spotlight: Fake A Phonecall With NOPE
Simple, effective and...funny? This Chrome Extension provides all the above and actually does exactly what you need it to do without any other distracting features. … [Read more...] about Chrome Extension Spotlight: Fake A Phonecall With NOPE
Google Home Serving Up Fake News
Looks like Google Home is serving up some rather interesting 'news' when asked about a few differing political subjects. For this particular query, Barack Obama is the subject matter and a coup is what he is planning. … [Read more...] about Google Home Serving Up Fake News
Deal Alert: ASUS Chromebook C302 Flip On Sale
If there is a King of the Ring for Chromebooks released in 2017 the ASUS Chromebook C302 would no doubt be a head-to-head contender with the Samsung Chromebook Plus. As we have discussed in the past, each device has its own, distinct advantages. Personally, as much as I like the Samsung, I tend … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: ASUS Chromebook C302 Flip On Sale
Deal Alert: Save Big On Chromecast And Google Home
Another day, another deal. This one can be had at multiple outlets and is available for a decent stretch, so if you are in the market for a Google Home and/or a Chromecast, this could be a great time to pull the trigger. … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Save Big On Chromecast And Google Home
Invert Your Chromebook’s Colors: High Contrast Mode And Other Accessibility Features
For users who are visually impaired or suffer from eye fatigue, Chrome OS offers a number of features to make your daily computing a little easier. Like most operating systems, these options can usually be found in your system menu under "Accessibility." The first feature is one that many users … [Read more...] about Invert Your Chromebook’s Colors: High Contrast Mode And Other Accessibility Features
Google Chrome To Get Touch Bar Support For Mac
In what is a relatively expected move, it looks like Chrome for Mac will soon take advantage of the Mac's Touch Bar in an upcoming update. … [Read more...] about Google Chrome To Get Touch Bar Support For Mac
Google’s End Of Life Policy For Chromebooks Gets “Updated”
If you're like myself or Robby, Google's End of Life policy for Chromebooks never really crosses your mind. We try out new devices all the time and switch our daily work setups more often than you can imagine. We can't help it. We're finicky, we love tech and are always anxious to try out something … [Read more...] about Google’s End Of Life Policy For Chromebooks Gets “Updated”
Google Home Update Could Fix Its Biggest Problem
Since I brought home the Google Home unit, one thing has vexed my kids more than anything. With a device you can ask questions and hope for personalized results, a one-account setup is very limiting. … [Read more...] about Google Home Update Could Fix Its Biggest Problem
Chrome Extension Spotlight: Background Image For Google Homepage
Robby recently covered how to spruce up your desktop and today we will take it one step further. Customizing your Google homepage is a simple process with a few different options available from the Chrome Web Store. … [Read more...] about Chrome Extension Spotlight: Background Image For Google Homepage
Apple Loses More Ground To Chromebooks In The Classroom
As Chromebooks continue to carve a place in the consumer market, their firm foothold in the education sector just keeps getting stronger. In 2013 Apple MacBooks and iPads represented nearly half the mobile computing devices purchased by the US K-12 segment. Fast forward three years and the … [Read more...] about Apple Loses More Ground To Chromebooks In The Classroom
