We're back with another episode of The Chrome Cast podcast and on this week's show, we discuss some new, interesting hardware we've been testing. If you've been listening to the show or reading the site lately, you know that we have been working hard to get through our reviews of the Chromebook Plus … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 260: We have Lenovo’s pocket-sized Chromebox in the office
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The Chrome Cast 259: Useful updates coming soon to Chromebooks
We're back with another episode of The Chrome Cast podcast and this week we tackle a few software updates that are coming soon to your Chromebook, the 2024 Google I/O announcement, and why we can't wait for an exciting new accessory to show up. The first part of the show is dedicated to - you … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 259: Useful updates coming soon to Chromebooks
The Chrome Cast 258: We’ve reviewed all but one of the Chromebook Plus models
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we focus most of our discussion around two main topics: the full review of the HP 15.6" Chromebook Plus and the new Casa Pop-Up Desk that includes a wireless trackpad that works with ChromeOS. The HP 15.6" review is the second to last review of Chromebook Plus … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 258: We’ve reviewed all but one of the Chromebook Plus models
The Chrome Cast 257: what it’s like to use the Pixelbook in 2024
This week on The Chrome Cast, we generally stick to a single topic: using the venerable Pixelbook in 2024. Originally released in the fall of 2017, the Pixelbook still largely stands alone in the world of laptops and Chromebooks when we talk about sheer ingenuity, aesthetics, and build quality. … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 257: what it’s like to use the Pixelbook in 2024
The Chrome Cast 256: the importance of a potential Galaxy Chromebook Plus
This week on The Chrome Cast podcast, we're diving deep into the potential of a new device from Samsung and why we think it's the perfect time for a Galaxy Chromebook Plus. In case you've missed it, we've been reporting on the development of a new board in the repositories called "Xol" that we think … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 256: the importance of a potential Galaxy Chromebook Plus
The Chrome Cast 255: A new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus could be on the way
This week on the The Chrome Cast podcast, it's all about hardware! We are working our way through the Chromebook Plus reviews and have two new videos that we discuss. The first is our favorite of the bunch, the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus. We dive into why Robby absolutely loves this Chromebook, … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 255: A new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus could be on the way
The Chrome Cast 254: GeForce NOW turns 4, Acer Chromebook Plus 515 review
This week on The Chrome Cast, we stick to two major themes: the evolution and growth of NVIDIA GeForce NOW as it turns 4 years old and our review of the Acer Chromebook Plus 515. With GeForce NOW, there's so much that has changed in their four years of existence, and nearly all of it has been for … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 254: GeForce NOW turns 4, Acer Chromebook Plus 515 review
The Chrome Cast 253: some thoughts on CES 2024
This week on The Chrome Cast, we take a look at CES 2024 and explain a bit about why we weren't in attendance, why not many Chromebook announcements were made there, and what about the show stood out this week as coverage from other outlets flooded our news feeds. It's a fun show that gives us a … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 253: some thoughts on CES 2024
The Chrome Cast 252: a look back at 2023
This week on The Chrome Cast, we take a look back at the tentpole moments of 2023 and how things changed over the last 365 days not just for us here at Chrome Unboxed, but for ChromeOS, Chromebooks and Google, too. From Chromebook Plus to the Dragonfly Pro to AI and more, we spend a good bit of … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 252: a look back at 2023
The Chrome Cast 251: the wildly-encouraging state of affordable Chromebooks
On this episode of The Chrome Cast, we begin by talking about the amazing deals out there right now for Chromebooks under $300, and the conversation simply took off from that point. We're in a stage in the Chromebook story where Chromebook Plus is a relevant player in the overall narrative that is … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 251: the wildly-encouraging state of affordable Chromebooks
The Chrome Cast 250: ASUS launches the new King of Chromebooks
On this episode of The Chrome Cast, we really did attempt to continue with our one-subject-per-podcast format this week, but in talking about ASUS' newly-launched ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus, our conversation diverged to include not just ASUS' new top-dog Chromebook, but Chromebook Plus, the HP … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 250: ASUS launches the new King of Chromebooks
The Chrome Cast 249: Let’s create a “Best Chromebooks” list together
For this episode of The Chrome Cast, we're sticking with our new format of sticking to a single topic. And this time around, we've decided to work through our "Best Chromebooks" list for the end of the year live on the podcast. There was no planning for this and you can listen as we talk through … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 249: Let’s create a “Best Chromebooks” list together
