We reported on the Passoword Manager Bug way back in September, fully expecting that this very annoying and frustrating bug would be resolved quickly. It was not. However, it looks like they have the solution now. … [Read more...] about Bug Report Update: Password Manager Screen Freezing Fixed In Dev Channel
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Two More Chromebooks Get Android Apps: Play Store Hits The HP 13 G1, And Samsung Chromebook 3
It seems that the Google Play Store is finding its way to more Chromebooks on the heels of an update to the Developer channel of Chrome OS. … [Read more...] about Two More Chromebooks Get Android Apps: Play Store Hits The HP 13 G1, And Samsung Chromebook 3
Hot Deal: Lenovo ThinkPad Chromebook 13 For $220
Looking for a Hot Deal on a powerful Chromebook? Don't want to wait for Black Friday? We got ya covered. … [Read more...] about Hot Deal: Lenovo ThinkPad Chromebook 13 For $220
Android Apps Arrive On Two Additional Chromebooks
Chromebooks are getting the Google Play Store and access to over 1 million Android Apps. I know, we've been saying it for months and even we were beginning to think it might be 2017 before this became reality. Well, we have some good news. … [Read more...] about Android Apps Arrive On Two Additional Chromebooks
Samsung Chromebook Pro: Bloat Will Be Removable
I wrote an article not too long ago proposing what could be an app ecosystem by a 3rd party inside of Chrome OS made by Samsung. The idea that OEMs could differentiate their Chromebook experiences based on pre-loaded Android apps is an interesting one, but one question remained. What if I don't … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro: Bloat Will Be Removable
Black Friday Deal Unboxing: Samsung Chromebook 3
There are quite a few low-end Chromebooks that come and go over time. There are many of them we've not unboxed and reviewed, but the Samsung is different. Low-cost, affordable, cheap...call it what you like. This particular low-end Chromebook is widely available and already affordable. It's … [Read more...] about Black Friday Deal Unboxing: Samsung Chromebook 3
Android Games On A Chromebook With Bluetooth Controller: Modern Combat 5 [Video]
Yesterday, we talked briefly about how well Android games can run on Chromebooks that have the Play Store enabled. Today, I want to show you this in motion on a big screen with the settings cranked all the way up. … [Read more...] about Android Games On A Chromebook With Bluetooth Controller: Modern Combat 5 [Video]
Google Play Music Unveils New Design And AI Suggestions
This morning as I logged into my Chromebook and fired up my ever-present apps, I was met with a slightly shocking new interface when Google Play music loaded up. So far, I like it! … [Read more...] about Google Play Music Unveils New Design And AI Suggestions
Playing Games On A Chromebook Is Great With Android Apps And Bluetooth Controllers
Since I began using a Chromebook 5 years ago, the one thing I'd conceded was the idea of playing games for any reasonable amount of time on a Chrome OS device. Sure, web games are fun for a few minutes, but any real games (as real as they get for me at my age, anyway) were far out of the realm of … [Read more...] about Playing Games On A Chromebook Is Great With Android Apps And Bluetooth Controllers
Acer Chromebook 14 For $229: Why Costco’s Black Friday Deal Is Tough To Beat
We've come across some really good deals on Chrome devices to take advantage of this holiday shopping season. You can check out all the goodies here. One device in particular may be the best bargain you can find and here's why we think so. … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 14 For $229: Why Costco’s Black Friday Deal Is Tough To Beat
Chromecast, Chromebooks & More: Black Friday Deals On Awesome Tech
Ready or not, holiday shopping season is upon us. Black Friday, Cyber Monday and month-long deals are about to be in full swing. We've found some sweet deals on Chromebooks, Chromecast, surround sound and even cast-enabled TVs and we wanted to share. … [Read more...] about Chromecast, Chromebooks & More: Black Friday Deals On Awesome Tech
Chromecast and Google Home Power On Your TV With Your Voice
There is a little-known technology that exists on a lot of TVs out there called CEC. It shows up and is helpful in ways most people either take for granted or simply don't realize. Today, I want to show you how to use it to do something really cool. … [Read more...] about Chromecast and Google Home Power On Your TV With Your Voice
