If you noticed during the Google I/O 2024 Keynote yesterday, every time a live demo of something on the web was shown off, the laptops being used were a pair of the last model made by Google themselves: the Pixelbook Go. I'm sure there are licensing issues and whatnot with putting a more modern … [Read more...] about Google needs a new Pixelbook just for their own events at this point
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Using a Pixelbook in 2024: is it still just as amazing? [VIDEO]
I remember it like it was yesterday: watching Google announce the Pixelbook on stage at the 2nd-ever October hardware event they hosted in San Fransisco. It was a crowning achievement in my eyes, seeing a Chromebook up on stage right alongside the new Pixel hardware. And, even though it took a lot … [Read more...] about Using a Pixelbook in 2024: is it still just as amazing? [VIDEO]
Beginning a new test on an old fan favorite: Pixelbook in 2024
I'm typing this post right now on arguably the most popular, most notable, most well-made Chromebook ever: the venerable Pixelbook. We don't actually have one of these lying around the office (which feels like a bit of a crime), so when the opportunity arose to get one in my hands once again for a … [Read more...] about Beginning a new test on an old fan favorite: Pixelbook in 2024
Why Google should make an affordable Pixelbook like Microsoft’s Surface Laptop SE
Not long ago, we made a video about the Microsoft Surface Laptop SE. We obviously weren't reviewing it and were instead installing ChromeOS Flex on the one Surface-branded device that is certified to use it. While the Surface Laptop SE was - early on, anyway - called the "Chromebook Killer", we … [Read more...] about Why Google should make an affordable Pixelbook like Microsoft’s Surface Laptop SE
I was wrong: a Pixelbook with Tensor inside never actually made any sense
In my list of articles to eventually write, I've left a note about one day crafting a wishful, hopeful post about what my dream Tensor-powered Pixelbook would look like. Time and time again I'd consider writing it, but I'd always stumble on one, key point of the Pixelbook and Google-made Chromebook … [Read more...] about I was wrong: a Pixelbook with Tensor inside never actually made any sense
With Pixelbook in the rear view mirror, here’s the replacement I’m hoping for
Yesterday, the news hit the web that Google has decided to shift away from first-party Chromebook hardware and that the Pixelbook team has been shut down. While that's a huge bummer and a sad day for Chromebook lovers all around, I get it. Gabriel laid out the reasoning for this move in his post … [Read more...] about With Pixelbook in the rear view mirror, here’s the replacement I’m hoping for
Bye, bye Pixelbook. We will always love you
Talk about a rollercoaster ride. Just a couple of months ago, Robby stumbled upon - hiding in plain sight - evidence that Google absolutely had plans to make a new Pixelbook. After spending the last two years tirelessly scouring the Chromium repository for signs of a new Made by Google Chromebook, … [Read more...] about Bye, bye Pixelbook. We will always love you
New Pixelbooks were confirmed at Google I/O 2022, and we all missed it
In the midst of the hardware flurry that happened at Google I/O 2022, introducing the Pixel 7, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Watch, and Pixel Buds Pro, there was a tidbit from Google SVP Rick Osterloh spoken to The Verge that went completely under the radar regarding the future of the Pixelbook lineup. … [Read more...] about New Pixelbooks were confirmed at Google I/O 2022, and we all missed it
Why I think Google may ultimately share Tensor with other Chromebook makers
We aren't even to the point where Google has officially announced plans to bring their Tensor SoC to Chromebooks, but between leaked info, common sense, and gut feelings, I'd say a desktop version of Tensor is a foregone conclusion at this point. Reports put the arrival of Google's custom … [Read more...] about Why I think Google may ultimately share Tensor with other Chromebook makers
The only potential Pixelbook board in development just got the axe
First off, let me say I'm not shocked by this revelation. A little sad? Sure, but I'm not surprised at all. As a matter of fact, multiple boards in the 'Volteer' family (11th-gen Intel Chromebooks) were killed off in this same move. But losing 'Halvor' - the clear beginning of some sort of … [Read more...] about The only potential Pixelbook board in development just got the axe
Don’t be fooled: these Pixelbook 2 and Pixelbook Pro leaks look suspicious at best
Today, we were made aware of a couple leaks that just don't make a whole lot of sense. We don't post about these to draw attention to what we feel are unlikely pieces of info; instead we want to help deflate these "leaks" before they become a wider-known set of rumors. There are a few reasons I … [Read more...] about Don’t be fooled: these Pixelbook 2 and Pixelbook Pro leaks look suspicious at best
Even if Google won’t make it, we need a new Chromebook built like the original Pixelbook
Back in 2017 when Google unveiled the original Pixelbook, I was mesmerized with it. From the screen ratio (3:2) to the ultra-thin chassis to the unique aesthetic, Google did something quite amazing with the design and construction of the original Pixelbook when you look back at it. Even today, … [Read more...] about Even if Google won’t make it, we need a new Chromebook built like the original Pixelbook
