Similar to the situation we had in late Summer last year, the number of Chromebooks in development keeps growing and, with that number, the number of new features is also expanding. Today we have some info on the camera setup for 'Scarlet'. … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Tablet ‘Scarlet’ Gets Dual Cameras
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Convertible Chromebooks Get Key Missing Feature in Beta Channel
We've likely only seen the beginning of the flood of convertible Chromebooks that will arrive on the scene in 2017. These devices attempt to fulfill multiple use-cases and can do so pretty well. One feature, up until now, has been sorely missing. … [Read more...] about Convertible Chromebooks Get Key Missing Feature in Beta Channel
New Chromebook ‘Rowan’ To Be a Chrome OS Tablet?
Earlier this month, we introduced a new Chromebook in development by the name 'Rowan'. We've already uncovered its display, processor, and the fact that it will feature a fingerprint scanner. But there's more to the story. … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Rowan’ To Be a Chrome OS Tablet?
Convertible Chromebook ‘Sand’ Joins The Apollo Lake Line-up
It's easy to get excited about the "next big thing" in Chrome OS. Styli, detachables and tablets. (Oh My!) These things are fabulous and we love them. But, latest and greatest do not an ecosystem make. … [Read more...] about Convertible Chromebook ‘Sand’ Joins The Apollo Lake Line-up
New Chromebook ‘Scarlet’ May Be The First Chrome OS Tablet
Last month we reported on a new Chromebook being developed with the same RockChip RK3399 chip as the Samsung Chromebook Plus. Initially, 'Scarlet' appeared to be yet another mid-range device to add to the ever-growing list. However, it now appears this lady may have a new trick up her sleeve. … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Scarlet’ May Be The First Chrome OS Tablet
Google To Chromebook Manufacturers: Thou Shalt Have USB-C
Google has been up to a lot of great things this week and we'll be covering them all in the coming days. Along with the onslaught of new devices hitting the market, the release of Chrome 56 for desktop and more hints of tablets and detachables in the near future, the world of Chrome OS is expanding … [Read more...] about Google To Chromebook Manufacturers: Thou Shalt Have USB-C
Samsung, Chromebooks, Tablets: What Experts Are Saying
We've talked at length about the changing landscape of Chromebooks and all the exciting things we expect to see in 2017. It seems there are some very influential people in the tech community who feel the same. … [Read more...] about Samsung, Chromebooks, Tablets: What Experts Are Saying
Samsung Chromebook Pro’s 3:2 Display: Why It Matters
For about a decade, widescreen monitors have been the de facto standard for most laptops and desktop screens. Their aspect ratios have changed here and there, but the widescreen display has been a long-standing staple in our collective computing concious for long enough to simply become … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Pro’s 3:2 Display: Why It Matters
Google’s Pixel C: A Chromebook Cinderella Story?
Some would say that Google's Pixel C was a monumental failure. While others gave the "all-purpose" Android convertible an "A" for effort but a mediocre grade for practical usability. Whether you fall on the left, right or somewhere in the middle, the Pixel C will always remain Google's first … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel C: A Chromebook Cinderella Story?
Convertible vs Tablet: Why I’m Siding With The 360-Degree
With the impending arrival of Android Apps on Chrome OS, we've uncovered the first few of many devices sure to come along in the coming months. As apps become a mainstay of the Chrome OS experience, it only makes sense that OEMs will begin throwing their hats into the ring in attempts to get a piece … [Read more...] about Convertible vs Tablet: Why I’m Siding With The 360-Degree
‘Kevin’ Officially Outed As 360-Degree Convertible
We've posted quite a bit about 'Kevin' and made a few assumptions based on the commits in the past. One of those assumptions was the fact that it looked apparent that 'Kevin' will be a 360-degree, convertible device. While we hadn't seen any hard evidence for this, it seemed likely. … [Read more...] about ‘Kevin’ Officially Outed As 360-Degree Convertible
GPS Coming To Upcoming Rockchip Chromebooks
We've reported pretty extensively on the device/baseboard combo of 'Gru' and 'Kevin' and while there are plenty of knowns, there are still lots of unknowns. Today, however, we can add in a new piece of the puzzle. … [Read more...] about GPS Coming To Upcoming Rockchip Chromebooks
