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
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How Samsung/Google Enhance The Stylus For The Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro
When we were on the road for CES a few weeks back and got our first hands-on time with the Samsung Chromebook Pro and Plus, I have to admit that my impressions of the stylus weren't great. Based on some new info, I have every confidence that is about to change. … [Read more...] about How Samsung/Google Enhance The Stylus For The Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro
Samsung, Chromebooks, Tablets: What Experts Are Saying
We've talked at length about the changing landscape of Chromebooks and all the exciting things we expect to see in 2017. It seems there are some very influential people in the tech community who feel the same. … [Read more...] about Samsung, Chromebooks, Tablets: What Experts Are Saying
Deal Alert: Acer Chromebook 11
We like to keep everyone up to speed on the latest deals we come across online. While Chromebooks are expanding beyond the simple, affordable machines we've known, there is still a lot of intrigue in finding super-inexpensive Chromebooks when they come along. … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Acer Chromebook 11
Dell Unleashes 3 New Chromebooks
Today, Dell has announced 3 additional Chromebooks to be added to their lineup, squarely aimed at the education sector. … [Read more...] about Dell Unleashes 3 New Chromebooks
Adobe Updates App Suite For Chromebooks
Yesterday, Adobe announced that they are updating most of their existing Android apps with Chromebooks in mind. … [Read more...] about Adobe Updates App Suite For Chromebooks
Google Adds Two New Chromebooks To Its Education Line-up
Out of the blue, Google announced the release of two new Chromebook models aimed at the Education market. The Acer Chromebook 11 Spin and the ASUS Chromebook C213 will be available in late spring and are being touted as "next generation" devices. … [Read more...] about Google Adds Two New Chromebooks To Its Education Line-up
More Details On Detachable Chromebook ‘Poppy’
Just last week we broke cover on the first detachable/tablet Chromebook, codenamed 'Poppy'. Since then, many have weighed in on the future of tablets and detachables in the Chrome OS space. … [Read more...] about More Details On Detachable Chromebook ‘Poppy’
Google Home Not Responding? Try This
I bought a Google Home the day it came out, knowing full-well I was making what amounted to a Beta purchase. As time has passed, Google Home has become better at many things. But, out of the blue a few weeks ago, it simply stopped responding to questions and commands. … [Read more...] about Google Home Not Responding? Try This
Google Announces All Coming Chromebooks Will Have Android Apps Out Of The Box
Google has officially announced that Chromebooks released in 2017 and after will all be compatible with Android Apps in the "coming future." No news on when the Play Store will be making its way to the Stable channel but we still anticipate seeing some, if not all devices on the list gaining access … [Read more...] about Google Announces All Coming Chromebooks Will Have Android Apps Out Of The Box
This Is What The Chrome OS Lenovo Yoga Book Could Look Like
While we don't expect to see the upcoming Lenovo Yoga Book running Chrome OS until later in the year, we may have a clue what that device will look like. … [Read more...] about This Is What The Chrome OS Lenovo Yoga Book Could Look Like
Acer Rugged Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) Available For Preorder
Unveiled earlier this month at CES 2017 in Las Vegas, the Acer Chromebook 11 N7 isn't your run-of-the-mill rugged Chrome device. Aside from compliance with MIL-STD 810G military durability tests, the 11.6" Braswell-powered Chromebook is one of very few that is being marketed and sold to the … [Read more...] about Acer Rugged Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) Available For Preorder
