Well, we finally made it. We can finally say we have a Snapdragon-powered Chromebook that is available for purchase and I’m very, very glad for that. There were so many unknowns for the Snapdragon 7c in Chromebooks and we’ve been anxiously waiting for over 3 years to answer a bevy of … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Spin 513 Review: The Snapdragon arrival [VIDEO]
Reviews
This is where it all began for Chrome Unboxed. Years ago, we existed simply as a Chrome OS device review channel on YouTube. After expanding our reach, we still remain dedicated to offering timely and thorough reviews of the latest Chrome OS devices. Here you'll find a review of every piece of Chrome OS hardware we've been able to get our hands on.
The Autonomous L-Shape SmartDesk Corner is an absolute multi-use beast
My first attempt at a standing desk is a metal shelving unit that still sits in our studio to this day. Inspired by another co-worker I'd watched work from a standing position all day, I thought my overall health would benefit from standing at my desk throughout the day instead of sitting. After … [Read more...] about The Autonomous L-Shape SmartDesk Corner is an absolute multi-use beast
Unboxing and mini-review of the very affordable HP Chromebook 11a
The HP Chromebook 11a is in the office with its bold colors, compact design, and super-affordable price tag. This Chromebook does what most affordable Chromebooks do: get you to the basics on the lowest possible budget. If you're looking for a small, portable, fun little device to do basic … [Read more...] about Unboxing and mini-review of the very affordable HP Chromebook 11a
Nest Hub 2 Review: Worth the upgrade? [Video]
This is the all-new second-generation Nest Hub from Google and while it may not look that different from the original Google smart display, there’s more here than meets the eye. Apart from the significantly cheaper debut price, the 2nd gen Nest Hub offers up some very useful features that might make … [Read more...] about Nest Hub 2 Review: Worth the upgrade? [Video]
My Ultimate Chrome OS desk setup [Video]
A couple of years back, Robby did a really cool video on setting up a clean, minimalist Chrome OS desk but I wanted to do something a little different for my desk setup. So, I headed over to the other end of the spectrum and assembled my version of the Ultimate Chrome OS desk setup. While this setup … [Read more...] about My Ultimate Chrome OS desk setup [Video]
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 review: a beautiful letdown
Introduced at CES 2021, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is an anomoly in a bunch of ways. For one, it has a '2' in the name while not exactly improving on its predecessor. It has a processor that, in just a few months, will feel a tad bit dated. It lacks features that its contemporaries possess … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 review: a beautiful letdown
Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook review: a little bit of everything [VIDEO]
When it comes to Chromebooks on the higher end of the price spectrum, the main way we differentiate those devices from the less-expensive options is by comparing feature sets and by build quality. At the end of the day, a Chromebook is a Chromebook and there are plenty of fast, affordable options … [Read more...] about Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook review: a little bit of everything [VIDEO]
HP Elite C1030 Chromebook review: premium comes with a price
Premium Chromebooks took a bit of a hit in 2020. As mid-range Chromebooks got a lot better over the course of the year (the Acer Spin 713 is a prime example of this), we started seeing features in $500-$600 Chromebooks that we used to reserve for only the high-end flagship devices. While there … [Read more...] about HP Elite C1030 Chromebook review: premium comes with a price
Apple’s M1 chip has us very excited for a Google ARM processor [VIDEO]
A couple of weeks ago we made the decision to purchase a new Mac Mini with the M1 processor to replace our 2016 MacBook Pro that I use to edit all of our videos. We made the purchase partially because we needed a new editing station but also because we wanted to put this new ARM-based processor to … [Read more...] about Apple’s M1 chip has us very excited for a Google ARM processor [VIDEO]
Clean Drive is a powerful tool for reclaiming your cloud storage and starting fresh in 2021
I recently introduced you to Unclouded, a cloud storage cleaning app on the Google Play Store that could kick off your new year by helping you understand how your cloud storage was being used - or misused. However, as many of you pointed out in the comments section of that article, there was a … [Read more...] about Clean Drive is a powerful tool for reclaiming your cloud storage and starting fresh in 2021
TicWatch Pro 3 GPS: The Wear OS watch you’ve been looking for [Video]
I have found myself in a place where, after forty years, I am suddenly a fan of fine timepieces. I don't know exactly why it happened but I do know when. I was in Newport on vacation with the family and I happened across a watch that turned my head. It was then and there that I caught the bug that … [Read more...] about TicWatch Pro 3 GPS: The Wear OS watch you’ve been looking for [Video]
The Best Chromebooks of 2020 [VIDEO]
Well, we made it. 2020 is coming to a close and it's that time of year where we name our favorite Chromebooks for the last 12 months. There have been some great ones and there have been some misses, too. All told, our lineup doesn't look drastically different here at the end of the year than it … [Read more...] about The Best Chromebooks of 2020 [VIDEO]
