While working looking all over for info on Google's upcoming Nexus Pixel Phones, I've become convinced that these phones will not run Chrome OS as some have posited. We had an article a bit back talking about this very subject and how we felt pretty sure that Chrome OS would not be powering the … [Read more...] about 2016 Pixel Phones Won’t Run Chrome OS: At Least Not Yet
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New Lenovo Convertible Skylake Chromebook: Say Hello To ‘Pbody’
As if the list of upcoming Chrome OS devices wasn't enough to keep us on the edge of our seats, the truth of the matter is that we've only just begun. With hardware such as active stylus pens and fingerprint scanners, the world of Chromebooks as we know it has turned a new, exciting corner. As … [Read more...] about New Lenovo Convertible Skylake Chromebook: Say Hello To ‘Pbody’
Still Waiting On That Google Hangouts Extension Update? Here’s How To Get It
A couple weeks back, Google announced that the Hangouts Extension was going to be updated to have the same look and feel as the Chrome OS and Android apps. They also gave us a firm date of arrival: August 31st. That day came and went and like many of you, I was left waiting around for the … [Read more...] about Still Waiting On That Google Hangouts Extension Update? Here’s How To Get It
Google Wants a Safer Web
Google has been very proactive when it comes to creating a safer web environment for users. In 2014 they announced that websites with a secure HTTPS URL would receive a slight boost in search rankings. Then, is December of 2015 Google increased its favor for secure sites by tweaking their indexing … [Read more...] about Google Wants a Safer Web
Wired’s Chromebook Article Hints At A New HP Chromebook
I came across a well-written, quite flattering long-read article on WIRED today. It's premise? Chromebooks are about to transform laptop design. It is a great read for anyone, but especially for Chromebook users. I can't express how much I enjoyed reading it. So much so, in fact, I shared … [Read more...] about Wired’s Chromebook Article Hints At A New HP Chromebook
Chrome OS 53 Hits Stable Channel – No Android Apps Yet
As we reported a few days ago when talking about the 'Kevin' timeline, the 6-week window for Chrome OS 53 to hit the Stable Channel landed on Wednesday. It looks like today is the roll out. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 53 Hits Stable Channel – No Android Apps Yet
Chrome 53 Brings Performance Boost, Reduced Power Usage and More
Chrome users have a reason to rejoice today. Tuesday, Google Chrome's Chris Cameron posted some very interesting test results comparing Chrome 46 to the current desktop version, Chrome 53. The most exciting being the improved battery life for users across the board. In one example, Chris stated that … [Read more...] about Chrome 53 Brings Performance Boost, Reduced Power Usage and More
New Chromebook ‘Asuka’ Coming Soon
Well, it seems it is officially Chromebook Silly Season. Everywhere we look, new devices are popping up, new features are being added, and the list of things we are all eagerly waiting for continues to grow. Today brings another one of those "coming soon" tags and gives us another device to … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Asuka’ Coming Soon
New Chromebook ‘Cave’ (Likely ASUS Flip 2) Will Have High Resolution Screen
With all the talk revolving around 'Kevin' and 'Gru' of late, one of the devices I've been extremely excited about has been relatively silent. 'Cave' has been absent around Chrome Unboxed for a little while. We still feel that 'Cave' is the ASUS Chromebook 2, but nothing we've seen recently … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Cave’ (Likely ASUS Flip 2) Will Have High Resolution Screen
Could We See A ‘Kevin’ Pixel Announced at Google’s Upcoming 10/4 Event?
First off, let us file this firmly under speculation and speculation only. While we love to dig for hard facts and make our news about uncovering upcoming Chrome OS devices and services, sometimes we just have a feeling about things. You can call it a hunch. A gut feeling. Whatever works best … [Read more...] about Could We See A ‘Kevin’ Pixel Announced at Google’s Upcoming 10/4 Event?
Chrome OS and Android: History in the Making?
The future is now. Hopefully, in just a matter of days, we will see the release of Chrome OS 53. Along with it comes the promise of a whole new user experience as millions of Chromebooks will receive access to the Google Play Store and Android Apps. This addition to the Chrome OS environment has … [Read more...] about Chrome OS and Android: History in the Making?
New Chromebook ‘Kevin’ Likely Release Date Window
With all we know about the upcoming Chromebook 'Kevin', there are a few puzzles left to solve. While there's a chance that some of those pieces will remain a mystery until we hear an official announcement and/or see a product shipping, we are still searching like crazy for any nugget of info we can … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Kevin’ Likely Release Date Window
