For a few weeks now we have been tracking what we strongly believe is the Chrome OS version of the Lenovo Yoga Book. 'Pbody', the device's code name, is still in early development but displays quite a few clues that back up that claim. You can catch up on 'Pbody' and our thoughts on the device here. … [Read more...] about Lenovo Yoga Book Not The Only New Yoga Chromebook Coming Soon
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New ASUS Chromebook C302SA Available November 11 According To Listing
One of our awesome readers just pointed out an update from our original ASUS C302SA article from just a couple weeks ago that shows the unreleased device having an actual 'in-stock' date. … [Read more...] about New ASUS Chromebook C302SA Available November 11 According To Listing
Chromecast Support Added to DoubleTwist Media Player
Anyone out there remember the days when DoubleTwist was THE alternative for iTunes? Its claim to fame was the ability to deal with a user's iTunes library on an Android device in a very Apple-like way. Before streaming services became the norm, DoubleTwist was a very popular service. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Support Added to DoubleTwist Media Player
Lenovo Thinkpad 13 Chromebook Touchscreen Arrives In Time For Android Apps – Will HP and Acer Follow Suit?
We reported on Lenovo getting serious about Android Apps on their Chromebook 13 over the past couple days and it appears that they have made the necessary changes in the hardware department to fully support their new interest. … [Read more...] about Lenovo Thinkpad 13 Chromebook Touchscreen Arrives In Time For Android Apps – Will HP and Acer Follow Suit?
Chrome OS 54 Brings Quick Pin Unlock To Chromebooks
Yesterday the long awaited Chrome OS 54 made its way to the stable channel for most devices. Amidst the excitement to see what was new and share my findings, I completely forgot to check the Chrome "flags" for any additional features. In my haste, I overlooked a very useful option that was being … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 54 Brings Quick Pin Unlock To Chromebooks
Google Pixel XL Unboxing and First Impressions
We have the Google Pixel XL in the house. While it isn't exactly our normal fare around Chrome Unboxed, this device bears the Pixel name and is seemingly right in the midst of everything Google is up to right now. … [Read more...] about Google Pixel XL Unboxing and First Impressions
Pushbullet Adds Desktop Reply Support For Allo
Google's new messaging app, Allo, has received a lot of praise and equally as much criticism. As we begin to see the Google Assistant become more prevalent I think the appeal of Allo will start to pick up steam. For now we can be happy that Google has created a cross-platform messenger with some … [Read more...] about Pushbullet Adds Desktop Reply Support For Allo
Chrome OS 54 Could Bring Android Apps To 3 More Chromebooks: HP 13 G1, Lenovo 13, and Acer 14 For Work
Yesterday, the arrival of Chrome OS 54 in the Stable Channel brought some cool new features and stability improvements. But, let's all be honest, we were hoping for broader Android App support and we didn't get it. Or did we? … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 54 Could Bring Android Apps To 3 More Chromebooks: HP 13 G1, Lenovo 13, and Acer 14 For Work
Chrome OS 54 Hits The Stable Channel
It seems like only yesterday we were talking about when we might see Chrome OS 54 land in the stable channel: probably because it was. The much anticipated update to Chrome OS began rolling out just minutes ago. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 54 Hits The Stable Channel
New Video From Lenovo Advertises Android Apps On Their Chromebook 13
Android Apps are coming! I know. We've been saying that for weeks, no months now. But rest assured they are on the way. We have seen a few signs here and there of the Google Play Store coming to more Chromebooks and today brings us another teaser. … [Read more...] about New Video From Lenovo Advertises Android Apps On Their Chromebook 13
Kaby Lake Chromebook, ‘Eve’, In Development
We have finally started to see momentum building in the Skylake Chromebook department and hopefully more ARM devices will be following close behind. As we prepare for the holiday season and the pending release of more than just a handful of new Chromebooks, we are now getting our first glimpses of … [Read more...] about Kaby Lake Chromebook, ‘Eve’, In Development
Chromecast Setup Changes: Today Google Cast Becomes Google Home
We reported on this upcoming change not too long ago, so this isn't really a surprise. However, I'm sure there are folks who didn't read that article and may be wondering why they are seeing an update to an app they didn't download. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Setup Changes: Today Google Cast Becomes Google Home
