Chromebooks have been running apps using the Android 9 (ARC++ or Android Runtime Container) framework for years now, and after skipping Android 10, Google has now listed 117 specific Chromebooks which will receive an upgrade to Android 11. The newest update will allow for apps to run more smoothly … [Read more...] about Over 100 Chromebook models to receive Android 11 upgrade for a better app experience
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The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is already $100 off
The verdict is in on Samsung's latest flagship Chromebook and while we had high hopes for the new Galaxy Chromebook 2, it's fair to say that it is a bit of a letdown. That's not to say that the Galaxy 2 isn't a beautiful Chromebook or that it isn't worth considering. We were just hoping, at $699, it … [Read more...] about The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is already $100 off
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
The Chrome Cast 105: Android 11 makes its way to Chromebooks
This week on The Chrome Cast, we start the show by digging into Android 11 and its limited arrival on Chromebooks with 10th-gen Intel processors in the Beta Channel. With this update, Android now finds itself inside a new container - moving from ARC++ to ARCVM - and your Play Store apps now scale … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 105: Android 11 makes its way to Chromebooks
The Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook is outrageously affordable right now
For this quick article, I reintroduced the very excellent Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook to my desk (and most importantly, to my fingertips) to type on. I honestly forgot in just a few weeks how much I love this keyboard. It is easily one of my favorites and honestly a bit better than I gave … [Read more...] about The Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook is outrageously affordable right now
Eyeing that Tiger Lake Chromebook? Mind your CPU choice
Chrome OS is officially 10 years old and my how far we have come. Just a few short years ago, the only major decisions a user had to make when purchasing a Chromebook were form-factor, display quality, and internals. Nowadays, there's a lot more to consider as Chromebooks have come into their own. … [Read more...] about Eyeing that Tiger Lake Chromebook? Mind your CPU choice
The era of Intel Jasper Lake Chromebooks is near, bringing low prices & solid performance
There's no doubt that as Chromebooks have boomed in popularity over the last year, a certain price point has shown itself to be the most attractive to buyers. Surprisingly, it isn't always the lowest possible price that attracts consumers. While it clearly isn't' the $800+ devices, either, there's … [Read more...] about The era of Intel Jasper Lake Chromebooks is near, bringing low prices & solid performance
Deal Alert: Up to $200 off these premium Chromebooks
New day, new deals. Best Buy has settled into a tick-tock model of rotating discounts on some of our favorite Chromebooks and we don't want you to miss the chance at picking up that device you've been eyeing while saving a little scratch. Last week, it was a major price cut on the HP Chromebook x360 … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Up to $200 off these premium Chromebooks
Why we think the Samsung Chromebook 5 could be coming soon
Over the past few years, Samusng has been clarifying its naming structure for Chromebooks. Where we've previously had the standard Samsung Chromebook 1, 2, 3, and 4, those have also been joined by the Chromebook Plus, Plus V2, Chromebook Pro and Galaxy Chromebook. It seems with the arrival of the … [Read more...] about Why we think the Samsung Chromebook 5 could be coming soon
Here are some of the exciting things Google has planned for the future of Chromebooks
Yesterday was the 10 year anniversary of Google's beloved laptop - the Chromebook! Because you're well aware of what a Chromebook is since that's what we're very much about here at Chrome Unboxed, let's take a few moments to discuss what Google revealed about the future of these devices on its blog. … [Read more...] about Here are some of the exciting things Google has planned for the future of Chromebooks
The Chrome Cast 102: Early Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 thoughts and 4-week Chrome updates
This week on The Chrome Cast, we start our conversation around the beautiful and slightly-confounding Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2. As I thought when entering my review period with this device, this is a tough Chromebook to review. With such a striking similarity to its predecessor, it is … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 102: Early Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 thoughts and 4-week Chrome updates
Deal Alert: $100 off the formidable Acer Chromebook Spin 713
The Galaxy Chromebook 2 is officially available but the jury's still out as to whether or not Samsung's premium follow-up is going to be worth its $699 price tag. At least for now, the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is still the reigning champion when it comes to the best value and overall features in a … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: $100 off the formidable Acer Chromebook Spin 713
