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Chromebook Tablet Mode Lag, Jank Getting A Fix

Chromebook Tablet Mode Lag, Jank Getting A Fix

December 30, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

If you’ve used a Chrome OS tablet like the new Pixel Slate, Chromebook Tab 10, or the HP Chromebook x2, you may have come across an odd and annoying trait they all seem to share: jank and lag. While not surprising on the under-powered Acer Chromebook Tab 10 and it’s Rockchip OP1 processor, this behavior […]

Filed Under: Chrome OS Tablet, Chromebooks, News, Pixel Slate

New Feature in Chrome OS 72 Points To More Tablets In 2019

New Feature in Chrome OS 72 Points To More Tablets In 2019

December 26, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

Chrome OS tablets are still a pretty new thing here at the end of 2018. After all, we didn’t see the first true Chrome OS tablet until the Acer Chromebook Tab 10 hit the scene in the early parts of summer. Six months is hardly enough time for a new form factor to fully emerge […]

Filed Under: Chrome OS, Chrome OS Tablet, News, Pixel Slate

The Brydge G-Type Keyboard Review: Not Just Another Bluetooth Keyboard

The Brydge G-Type Keyboard Review: Not Just Another Bluetooth Keyboard

December 23, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

Google did an interesting thing this year when they launched the Pixel Slate: they included a 3rd-party accessory in the hands-on portion of the event.  While Google-made accessories aren’t too out of place at this yearly media show, devices from companies other than Google are quite rare.

Filed Under: Accessories, News, Pixel Slate, Reviews

Chrome OS 71 Rolling Out With Android Integrations, Native Google Assistant & More

Chrome OS 71 Rolling Out With Android Integrations, Native Google Assistant & More

December 15, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

One of the benefits of being a Chromebook user is the schedule of regular updates your device will always receive quietly and in the background. For all the things many people think Chromebooks lack, they can’t argue with the fantastic update experience Chrome OS offers its users.

Filed Under: Chrome OS, News, Pixel Slate, Uncategorized


No, There Are No NVMe Storage Options For Pixel Slate

No, There Are No NVMe Storage Options For Pixel Slate

December 11, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

This one hurts quite a bit. Back in August, we reported that the Pixel Slate (then known as ‘Nocturne’) was being tested with the ultra-fast NVMe storage available in the Pixelbook’s top-level configuration. The commit was pretty straightforward and everything was pointing clearly towards the Pixel Slate equipping this much-improved storage at least on the […]

Filed Under: Chrome OS Tablet, Detachable, News, Pixel Slate

Google Pixel Slate Review: The Chrome OS Tablet Future

Google Pixel Slate Review: The Chrome OS Tablet Future

December 7, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

Since we began here at Chrome Unboxed, the landscape of Chromebooks has changed mightily. From an ecosystem dominated by clamshells we transitioned to an ecosystem dominated by convertibles. In 2018, we are set for yet another transition: the transition to tablets.

Filed Under: Chrome OS Tablet, News, Pixel Slate, Reviews

Google Pixel Slate: Impressions After A Week

Google Pixel Slate: Impressions After A Week

November 27, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

Product releases like the Pixel Slate don’t come around every day. With this Chrome OS device, Google is introducing a new form factor and paradigm for Chromebooks moving forward and this one is unlike anything that has come before it.

Filed Under: Chrome OS Tablet, News, Pixel Slate

New Chromebook For The Holidays? Google’s Got Some Freebies For You

New Chromebook For The Holidays? Google’s Got Some Freebies For You

November 27, 2018 By Gabriel Brangers Leave a Comment

So, you got a new Chromebook during the flurry of Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales. From the Chrome Unboxed team, great choice and we hope you or the intended recipient are overjoyed with your new Chrome OS device. When the time comes to take the wrapping of your Chromebook, Google has some freebies for you and […]

Filed Under: Apps, Chromebooks, News, Pixel Slate, Pixelbook


Pixel Slates Are Now Shipping

Pixel Slates Are Now Shipping

November 27, 2018 By Robby Payne Leave a Comment

It has been a month and a half (7 weeks, to be more precise) since the Pixel Slate was unveiled at Google’s hardware event. When we ventured up to NYC for the event, I was hopeful that we’d not only see ‘Nocturne’ in the flesh, but that we’d also be rolling out of the event […]

Filed Under: Chrome OS Tablet, News, Pixel Slate

Google’s Pixel Slate Gets A Solid Release Date From Amazon

Google’s Pixel Slate Gets A Solid Release Date From Amazon

November 21, 2018 By Gabriel Brangers Leave a Comment

After a minor hiccup that left countless consumers believing that their pre-ordered Pixel Slate would be shipping out as early as yesterday, we now have a firm release date for Google’s Chrome OS tablet.

Filed Under: Chromebooks, News, Pixel Slate, Pixelbook

Amazon Shoppers Can Now Pre-Order Google’s Pixel Slate

Amazon Shoppers Can Now Pre-Order Google’s Pixel Slate

November 6, 2018 By Gabriel Brangers Leave a Comment

It looks as thought supply chains are about to bust wide open for the much-anticipated Pixel Slate tablet. Google’s flagship Chromebook has been put up for pre-order and we are expecting the Chrome OS tablet to start shipping out just prior to Black Friday. Quicker than I expected, Amazon is now listing the Pixel Slate […]

Filed Under: Chrome OS Tablet, Chromebooks, News, Pixel Slate

Brydge G-Type Pixel Slate Keyboard Available For Pre-Order

Brydge G-Type Pixel Slate Keyboard Available For Pre-Order

November 6, 2018 By Gabriel Brangers Leave a Comment

As Robby reported this morning, Google’s Pixel Slate Chromebook tablet is now up for pre-order from a number of sites including Adorama, Best Buy, BH Photo and now the Google Store. Best Buy has updated all of their listings to the original release date of November 22nd which lines up with the Google Store’s estimated […]

Filed Under: Chrome OS, Chrome OS Tablet, News, Pixel Slate

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