The world of streaming devices and connected TVs has grown over the years, seeing multiple devices and attempts come and go over that same time. Two streaming standards have stuck through all the change and are both strong offerings from tech's top two companies. But what are the differences in … [Read more...] about Chromecast (Google Cast) vs. Apple TV (Airplay): Which Is Best?
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Acer Chromebook R13 Review
The Acer Chromebook R13 is the first device I've reviewed that, at one time, only existed in my head as a codename. You can see in older posts all the things we dug up about 'Elm' before it officially became known as the R13, but none of that matters now. What matters now is the Acer Chromebook … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook R13 Review
Chromecast Ultra Now Shipping
Google's latest addition to its Chromecast lineup has been in pre-order status up until now, able to be purchased from the Google Store without any firm shipping date. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ultra Now Shipping
Google Leverages Microsoft’s PGO Technology To Give Chrome A Boost For Windows 10
Google's development of their Chrome browser continues to make strides in many areas including enhanced security, reduced memory usage and decreased battery consumption. … [Read more...] about Google Leverages Microsoft’s PGO Technology To Give Chrome A Boost For Windows 10
Chromecast Ultra: 4K Content You Can Stream Right Now
In the coming month of November, we should see 3 new #madebyGoogle devices start hitting shelves and shipping from your favorite online vendors. Google Home, Google Wifi and Chromecast Ultra should all see the light of day this month, but one of those really needs particular content to be truly … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ultra: 4K Content You Can Stream Right Now
Android Apps Arrive on Dell Chromebook 13 In Beta Channel: Caveats Apply
Screenshot from a Dell Chromebook 13 running Android Apps. You read that right! Dell is next in line to see Android Apps arrive in the Beta Channel of Chrome OS. As the title implies, there are some caveats here and we are going to go through them quickly. Those things aside, The Dell … [Read more...] about Android Apps Arrive on Dell Chromebook 13 In Beta Channel: Caveats Apply
Chromebook Tablet With Detachable Keyboard On The Horizon?
The introduction of the Google Play Store to Chrome OS has created a void in the hardware market that manufacturers appear to be working quickly to fill. What once was a market of cost-effective devices with a few high-end, somewhat overkill machines (no offense Pixel LS), is rapidly becoming a … [Read more...] about Chromebook Tablet With Detachable Keyboard On The Horizon?
Google Hangouts Gets Updated To Version 14 With Some New Tricks
It seems like it was just yesterday that we were awaiting an update to version 13 of Google Hangouts with its host of new emoticons and stability improvements. And while Google is trying to really market Allo to its growing consumer base, Hangouts looks to be in continued development as it makes the … [Read more...] about Google Hangouts Gets Updated To Version 14 With Some New Tricks
Lenovo Yoga Book Chromebook All But Confirmed
The world of Chromebooks has been a fairly simple & straightforward one since its inception a half decade ago. Your choices were simple. Laptop or convertible. Touch or no touch. … [Read more...] about Lenovo Yoga Book Chromebook All But Confirmed
Chrome OS Image Resizing: Almost Home
We've been doing a lot of channel surfing here lately at Chrome Unboxed. The latest builds of the developer and beta versions of Chrome OS have provided us with lots of goodies and previews of long-awaited features and upcoming additions. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Image Resizing: Almost Home
Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
In a bit of a disappointing move, the Acer R13 shipped without Android Apps available. That, however, looks to be changing right now. … [Read more...] about Acer R13 Gets Android Apps in Beta Channel
Chromecast Support Gaining Steam on MacOS: Airfoil Adds Google Cast Support
Airfoil, a MacOS app that is meant to stream audio to multiple connected devices, has just announced the addition of Chromecast support for its app. While it isn't a new idea for apps to get Chromecast support, lets look at this for a second and see why it matters. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Support Gaining Steam on MacOS: Airfoil Adds Google Cast Support
