If you were lucky enough to snag the new HP Chromebook x2 for $519 last week, I'd say you probably picked up one of the best deals of 2018 on a Chromebook. The price on the detachable Chromebook has since gone up to $539 which is still a great deal in my opinion. Unfortunately, HP is "out of stock" … [Read more...] about This Pixelbook Deal Is Still The Best Chromebook For The Money
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Linux Apps on Chromebooks Could Hit Stable In Chrome 69
It's been a bit since we've talked about Linux apps on Chromebooks, but that doesn't mean development has stopped. Actually, progress has been constantly moving forward with small tweaks and changes happening almost daily. The big changes, however, haven't been as rapid-fire since I/O back in May, … [Read more...] about Linux Apps on Chromebooks Could Hit Stable In Chrome 69
New Chromebook ‘Atlas’ Could Be #madebyGoogle
Just a few days ago news broke that a very credible source (Evan Blass: @evleaks) had it on good authority that we'll see a followup to the Pixelbook at this year's Google hardware event, likely on October 4th. Obviously, we're quite excited about an update to the Pixelbook as it is, in my … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Atlas’ Could Be #madebyGoogle
Pixelbook 2 Rumored for Google’s October Hardware Event
It is hard to believe, but we are only about 10 weeks out from Google's third October hardware event. For the past two years, we've been treated to new, Google-branded hardware on the fourth day of October, and we don't see any reason that will change this year. … [Read more...] about Pixelbook 2 Rumored for Google’s October Hardware Event
Pixelbook Users Get Truly Exclusive Roblox Content
In a clear sign that developers are slowly but surely beginning to take Android apps on Chromebooks seriously, the developers of the wildly-popular Roblox have up and created a little piece of digital content that is EXCLUSIVE to Pixelbook owners. You may or may not play Roblox, but I'd bet you … [Read more...] about Pixelbook Users Get Truly Exclusive Roblox Content
Bug Fixed: Chrome OS Update Recertifies Pixelbook
For the second time since its release, Google's Pixelbook has suffered a minor bug that has left the device labeled as "uncertified" by the Google Play Store. The first instance happened back in November and resulted in the Netflix Android app failing to install as the Pixelbook wasn't registering … [Read more...] about Bug Fixed: Chrome OS Update Recertifies Pixelbook
Amazon Joins The Fray: $749 Pixelbook
It didn't take long for the world's biggest online retailer to join the Pixelbook party. Recently, Google, Best Buy, ABT and others have slashed prices on the premier Chromebook. For those who are devoted Amazon shoppers, the base model Core i5 Pixelbook is now selling for $749. Like Best Buy and … [Read more...] about Amazon Joins The Fray: $749 Pixelbook
Want A $750 Pixelbook? Take Your Pick!
We're still waiting for confirmation from HP as to whether or not the premature release of the Chromebook x2 at Best Buy was in error. Despite some initial bugs, our first impressions of the first Chrome detachable are very positive. I can say, with a fair amount of confidence, it is well worth the … [Read more...] about Want A $750 Pixelbook? Take Your Pick!
Google Keep Gets A Few New Features
It is no secret that I've been less than impressed with Google Keep on Chromebooks since stylus inputs became a standard issue thing for Chrome OS. Beginning with the Samsung Chromebook Plus, Google made lots of promises about how useful Keep and pen inputs would be, only to leave the entire … [Read more...] about Google Keep Gets A Few New Features
Bug Report: Pixelbook Owners Playstore Showing Up As “Uncertified”
Well, this is an annoyance I was hoping to never have to deal with again. Back in November of last year, there was an epidemic of Chromebooks getting the "Uncertified" Play Store treatment. With Android still firmly a work in progress at the time, this was simply a speed bump in the road to a … [Read more...] about Bug Report: Pixelbook Owners Playstore Showing Up As “Uncertified”
Pixelbook Shopping? You Might Want To Check eBay
Amazon is usually our go-to for Chromebook deals and honestly, I don't remember the last time I shopped for anything on eBay but the fact remains, it is still one of the biggest shopping platforms in the world. Thanks to yesterday's news of eBay's free Google Home Mini promo, I was prompted to poke … [Read more...] about Pixelbook Shopping? You Might Want To Check eBay
Linux Apps On Chrome OS Become Official, Gets Mention in I/O Keynote
If you joined us for today's Google I/O 2018 Keynotes with Live Chat, first I want to say thank you. We figured we'd try the live, interactive chat and it really worked out well. Well enough, in fact, that we'll definitely be doing much more of this type of thing in the future. There's a chance … [Read more...] about Linux Apps On Chrome OS Become Official, Gets Mention in I/O Keynote
