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?
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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
First Hands On Video of the Acer Chromebook R13 In English Surfaces
Clearly, we are excited about upcoming hardware here at Chrome Unboxed. Today we've seen the arrival of the first hands-on of the Acer Chromebook R13 delivered in English. While it doesn't do much to expand on what we already know about the R13, it gives us some fresh views of the device and the … [Read more...] about First Hands On Video of the Acer Chromebook R13 In English Surfaces
Is Google Making a Chrome OS Pixel Phone?
According to a report from Android Police, Google is rumored to unveil a number of new products at an event being held October 4th. Among them are the Chromecast 4K, Google's own in-house design of a Daydream VR viewing device and full specifications for Google Home. But the devices that seem to be … [Read more...] about Is Google Making a Chrome OS Pixel Phone?
Chrome OS Bug Report: Chrome Restarting Every 30-60 Seconds In Stable Channel
This morning as I signed in to my trusty ASUS Chromebox, a very unfortunate and very aggravating thing began happening. And happening again. And again. And, as of this article, the device is just now behaving as normal: a mere 2 hours later. Read on for the issue and the fix. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Bug Report: Chrome Restarting Every 30-60 Seconds In Stable Channel
What’s In An OS? Chrome OS, Android, & The Blurring Line Between
Let me ask you something. What makes up an operating system (OS)? Really think about this for a second and consider what it is about Android, Chrome OS, Windows, or iOS that make any of them your OS of choice. What makes each one unique? Now, let's bring that consideration into a more narrow … [Read more...] about What’s In An OS? Chrome OS, Android, & The Blurring Line Between
New Chromebook Coming Soon: ‘Gru’ Is More Than Just a Board
If you've been around Chrome Unboxed, you are quite familiar with the names 'Gru' and 'Kevin' as they relate to an upcoming device with a hi-res screen, stylus support, and a folding 360-degree hinge. You'd also know that the main board that shows up with 'Kevin' is constantly been shown as … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Coming Soon: ‘Gru’ Is More Than Just a Board
Google’s Pixel C: A Chromebook Cinderella Story?
Some would say that Google's Pixel C was a monumental failure. While others gave the "all-purpose" Android convertible an "A" for effort but a mediocre grade for practical usability. Whether you fall on the left, right or somewhere in the middle, the Pixel C will always remain Google's first … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel C: A Chromebook Cinderella Story?
Chromebook Fingerprint Scanner Unit Being Tested For ‘Gru’ Identified
Thanks to an attentive observation by one of our readers, we have been made aware of the exact fingerprint scanner that is being tested currently for the 'Gru' baseboard. As we've discussed before, 'Gru' is likely the mainboard of the upcoming 'Kevin' device which looks to be packed to the gills … [Read more...] about Chromebook Fingerprint Scanner Unit Being Tested For ‘Gru’ Identified
Upcoming Chromebooks To Have Fingerprint Scanners
Just a few years ago, the idea of a usable fingerprint scanner on a piece of personal tech like a laptop or phone seemed either Sci-Fi or completely gimmicky. The few phones that tried it never got it right, and the laptops I had that utilized this security feature did so with mixed … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chromebooks To Have Fingerprint Scanners
Intel’s Apollo Lake Coming to a Chromebook Near You
Earlier this week, rather discretely, Intel launched the their 7th generation Core processor Kaby Lake. Along with it came its Atom counterpart, Apollo Lake. The coverage of Intel's announcement has been nominal at best. Undoubtedly due, in part, to the fact that this is now the second generation of … [Read more...] about Intel’s Apollo Lake Coming to a Chromebook Near You
