Though not released yet, the Chromecast Ultra is intriguing on a few levels. Promises of faster streaming, 4K UHD resolution and Ethernet cable connectivity make this a device that may be exactly what you need. But with a perfectly good Chromecast available for half the price, is it worth the … [Read more...] about Chromecast vs. Chromecast Ultra: Which Should You Buy?
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Samsung Chromebook Pro Companion Device With Higher-End Specs Possible
The Samsung Chromebook Pro crashed onto the scene last week and has been making waves ever since. With a highly polished design, this still-unofficial device has all the right moves. The yet-to-be seen RK3399 ARM processor, a phenomenal display and Chrome OS's first ever stylus all packed in to … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Companion Device With Higher-End Specs Possible
Android’s Chrome Browser Goes Canary
If you have spent any time around Chrome Unboxed you've surely heard us talk about the different channels available for Chrome OS. What's a channel? Channels are the different versions of current and upcoming builds of the Chrome OS software. … [Read more...] about Android’s Chrome Browser Goes Canary
Is This The ASUS Chromebook Flip 2? New ASUS C302CA Outed By FCC Filing
For those of you who have been following along with the site for some time, a Chromebook with the codename of 'Cave' shouldn't be unfamiliar. Likely, though, there will be many of you who have never been here, so we'll talk about what has been found today and talk a bit about what has been found up … [Read more...] about Is This The ASUS Chromebook Flip 2? New ASUS C302CA Outed By FCC Filing
Viglen Chromebook 360 Review
Joining us all the way from the UK, the Viglen Chromebook 360 has impressed on many fronts. Though not aimed at consumers, the device has quite a bit of appeal for those in search of a decent performer with the ability to stand up to some pretty serious abuse. … [Read more...] about Viglen Chromebook 360 Review
$199 Acer 15.6″ Chromebook Boasts 12 Hour Battery Life
Looking for a budget friendly Chromebook with a massive screen and great battery life? Acer's newest addition to the 15.6" lineup may be what you're looking for. But, before you run out and drop a couple of Benjamins, let's take a quick look at what you'll get for your money. … [Read more...] about $199 Acer 15.6″ Chromebook Boasts 12 Hour Battery Life
Skylake Chromebook ‘Caroline’ Gets Digital Pen Support
A couple weeks back we reported on a new Skylake Chromebook codenamed 'Caroline'. What we know about 'Caroline' is very little limited. What we do know is it is built off of the 'Glados' board and is taken much of its code from 'Cave'. Aside from routine testing we haven't seen much progress on the … [Read more...] about Skylake Chromebook ‘Caroline’ Gets Digital Pen Support
Chrome OS 55: What To Expect
It has been an exciting week here at Chrome Unboxed. As I'm sure you've heard, Samsung's new Chromebook Pro is the buzz around the tech world at the moment. Giddy as we were to finally get a glimpse of this Chromebook, it's only the tip of the iceberg. The world of Chrome OS is approaching a new … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 55: What To Expect
Samsung Chromebook Pro Wrap Up
In a rush to get the news out to everyone as quickly as possible yesterday, I overlooked some details by making an assumption that others were anticipating the Samsung Chromebook Pro as much as we were. After all, we have a ton of articles on 'Kevin' (the Chromebook Pro's codename), so I just … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro Wrap Up
‘Kevin’ Is The Samsung Chromebook Pro: Up For Pre-Order: UPDATED
You read that right! The long-talked-about Chromebook, known only as 'Kevin' up to this point, has broken through. Available for pre-order right now from Adorama and outfitted with a beautiful landing page that shows it off, the Samsung Chromebook Pro (remember that little survey?) looks to be all … [Read more...] about ‘Kevin’ Is The Samsung Chromebook Pro: Up For Pre-Order: UPDATED
ASUS Chromebook C301SA In Stock and Shipping
Back in August, the elusive ASUS Chromebook C301SA went up for pre-order and is still yet to ship. While doing research for a "where did the ASUS C301SA go?" article, we came across an in-stock, ready-to-ship listing for it. Hooray! But a couple caveats apply. … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook C301SA In Stock and Shipping
Hangouts Disabled In Favor of Allo on Pixel Phones: Writing On The Wall
According to a screenshot from a trusted source and reports around the web, it looks like Google is disabling the Hangouts app in favor of it's new Allo app on the upcoming Pixel phones. For all Hangouts users, the writing is on the wall. … [Read more...] about Hangouts Disabled In Favor of Allo on Pixel Phones: Writing On The Wall
