So, earlier today Robby was showing me a Chromium commit that referenced enabling the Crostini UI by default on the Pixelbook. No surprise there as Google's flagship has been the default testing ground for the Crostini Project and the implementation of Linux app containers for quite some time now. … [Read more...] about Crostini Update: Linux Apps Show Up In Chrome OS Settings
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“Terminal” App Brings Crostini And Linux Apps One Step Closer To Chrome OS
Developers continue to bring together bits and pieces of the still mysterious Project Crostini and this week we see more detail of what the end-user could see whenever the new feature is made available. Yesterday, Robby shared a sneak-peek as some new UI elements that will bring a Material Design … [Read more...] about “Terminal” App Brings Crostini And Linux Apps One Step Closer To Chrome OS
HP Unveils The World’s First Detachable Chromebook
We've told you they were coming. We've told you there were multiple detachable Chromebooks in the works. We just didn't know when exactly they would break cover or who would be the first to market. Those questions have now been answered, and we couldn't be more delighted to share with you all the … [Read more...] about HP Unveils The World’s First Detachable Chromebook
Chrome OS And Android P Settings: Twinning!
For many users, Android on Chrome OS was seen as an invasion on an untainted operating system while others embraced the Play Store with open arms. Like it or not, the two ecosystems now reside as one on Chromebooks across the globe and even if you never click that "enable Play Store" button, Android … [Read more...] about Chrome OS And Android P Settings: Twinning!
New “Cast File” Feature Headed To Chrome
Google continues its commitment to productivity and ease of use inside the Chrome and Chrome OS ecosystem with new features, partners and capabilities being added to their products at what seems to be an extremely accelerated pace as of late. The latest little tweak comes in the form of a more … [Read more...] about New “Cast File” Feature Headed To Chrome
Sneak Peek: Chromebook Tablets Get Custom Splash Screen
Well, the cat is officially out of the bag as Acer lifted the veil on the first ever Chrome OS tablet. This comes as no surprise the new form-factor is landing just in time for educational institutions who are about to make purchasing decisions for the upcoming school year. With tablets now a … [Read more...] about Sneak Peek: Chromebook Tablets Get Custom Splash Screen
Visual Studio Code Spotted Running On Pixelbook Via Crostini Container
Just in case you haven't been around the Chrome Unboxed site lately or Chromebook news in general, let me catch you up to speed on what could be one of the biggest developments ever to come to the Chrome OS ecosystem. Containers We're not talking about Tupperware® here. No, this is something … [Read more...] about Visual Studio Code Spotted Running On Pixelbook Via Crostini Container
Chromebook Keyboard Shortcuts Getting A New Look
For many users, keyboard shortcuts are the bread and butter of a proficient workflow. If you're a Chrome OS fan, you're probably familiar with your Chromebook's popup keyboard that lists all the available shortcuts at your disposal. … [Read more...] about Chromebook Keyboard Shortcuts Getting A New Look
Chrome OS Adds More Android-like Features
Robby stumbled upon this UI change on the Samsung Chromebook Pro last week before we took it out of the Canary channel and from the looks of it, developers are putting a lot of work into polishing it up to get it moved into the more stable versions of Chrome OS. Last week, we noticed that long … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Adds More Android-like Features
Do You Hoard Tabs? Do You Long To See Your Fav Icons? Chrome Is Here To Help.
For some, hoarding is a way of life. When it comes to your browser, hoarding tabs can be a mind-numbing frustration that leads to colorful language and worn out mice as you hunt for the one page you're looking for amongst the dozens you have open. … [Read more...] about Do You Hoard Tabs? Do You Long To See Your Fav Icons? Chrome Is Here To Help.
Chrome OS Testing Dark Mode System Tray
Chrome OS developers have been killing it as of late with more updates and additions than you can shake a stick at. Yesterday alone, we reported on the rapidly developing "Crostini Project" that will bring a new Linux UI to Chrome OS in a way we've never seen before. … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Testing Dark Mode System Tray
Chromebooks and Crostini: Containers For Chrome OS By Google I/O?
Crostini noun: small pieces of toasted or fried bread served with a topping as an appetizer or canapé. In layman's terms, a crostini is a fancy crouton. More often than not, you will find crostini served in a similar manner to Bruschetta; brushed with Olive Oil and topped with cheese and other … [Read more...] about Chromebooks and Crostini: Containers For Chrome OS By Google I/O?
