Open-sourcing is one of the keys to the development and success of Google's Chrome web browser. The Chromium project began as a way for developers to contribute to the browsers features, enhancements and security. Being open-sourced means anyone with the desire and know-how can view, edit and submit … [Read more...] about Google Brings Chrome For IOS To The Open Source Project
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Deal Alert: Acer Chromebook R13 $349
If you do any amount of shopping online there's a good chance you've found yourself on Amazon. The largest online retailer in the U.S., Amazon offers more than just a one-stop shop for almost anything under the sun. What you may not know is that Amazon serves up a number of subscription programs … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Acer Chromebook R13 $349
Samsung Pro Vs. Plus: Which Should You Buy?
After months of research and waiting, the time is just about on us when the Samsung Chromebook Plus will be fully available to anyone who wants one. With the Samsung Chromebook Pro following a month or two after, which is the best device for you? … [Read more...] about Samsung Pro Vs. Plus: Which Should You Buy?
Google’s Chromebook Central Forum: The Best Help You Never Knew Existed
So, you got yourself a shiny new Chromebook. Maybe it's your first Chrome OS device or perhaps you've been around since the days of the CR-48. Either way, congratulations. Whether you're a novice or Chrome OS is as familiar as the back of your hand, sometimes you just need a little help. … [Read more...] about Google’s Chromebook Central Forum: The Best Help You Never Knew Existed
Chromebooks, Security Keys And USB-C
When it comes to online activity, security has and likely will always be one of the biggest concerns for users. If you're like many people, you have your set of passwords for your devices and services and that is enough to keep your information safe while browsing the web, shopping online and … [Read more...] about Chromebooks, Security Keys And USB-C
Google Home Gets Some New Tricks
Google Home and Amazon Alexa. The comparisons will likely never cease. If Google Home is to fully compete with Amazon's more-established device, it needs the integration list to keep growing. … [Read more...] about Google Home Gets Some New Tricks
Setting Up Chromecast Backgrounds: Personal Images and More
As Chromecasts become more and more prevalent in both home and office environments, some of the finer points simply get missed and the lesser-known options are simply forgotten. … [Read more...] about Setting Up Chromecast Backgrounds: Personal Images and More
Finally, A New Chromebox In Development
One of the questions we regularly field here at Chrome Unboxed is: 'When will we see a new Chromebox?' Unfortunately, we've had little info on that, apart from a new, low-powered device by Aopen we covered recently. … [Read more...] about Finally, A New Chromebox In Development
Acer Chromebook Spin 11 Full Specs: Now With Germ Resistance
Earlier this week Google announced, via their Education blog, two new Chromebooks coming to the ever-growing lineup of rugged devices geared towards students. The Acer Chromebook Spin 11 and ASUS Chromebook C213 are being marketed as the "new generation" of Chromebooks. … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Spin 11 Full Specs: Now With Germ Resistance
Samsung USB-C Multiport Adapter Review
The Samsung Multiport Adapter is an interface extension for Chromebooks with USB-C ports, giving users more connection types with one simple dongle. … [Read more...] about Samsung USB-C Multiport Adapter Review
Google To Chromebook Manufacturers: Thou Shalt Have USB-C
Google has been up to a lot of great things this week and we'll be covering them all in the coming days. Along with the onslaught of new devices hitting the market, the release of Chrome 56 for desktop and more hints of tablets and detachables in the near future, the world of Chrome OS is expanding … [Read more...] about Google To Chromebook Manufacturers: Thou Shalt Have USB-C
Chrome 56 Arrives For Desktop
That's right! The long awaited Chrome 56 has begun rolling out for Windows, Mac and Linux. As anticipated, this begins the new era of HTML as the default handler for the Chrome browser. By default Flash will be disabled and if early reports were correct, users will be prompted to enable the plugin … [Read more...] about Chrome 56 Arrives For Desktop
