UPDATE - 4/25/2022: With this latest update, we've added a few new Alder Lake Chromebooks to the mix. As always, we've also added more boards that are now identified and linked to a consumer model and we've labeled them as such. Don't forget to bookmark this page to return here whenever you need … [Read more...] about Every upcoming Chromebook in development we’re keeping up with right now [UPDATE: 12/29/2021]
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Year in Review: A look back at the top 10 articles of 2021
It is almost time to put 2021 to rest and say goodbye to yet another unusually tumultuous year. While we reflect on the difficult times of the past year, we would be remiss if we didn't take some well-spent time to focus on all of the good that has been birthed out of so much diversity. We have … [Read more...] about Year in Review: A look back at the top 10 articles of 2021
Google’s Pixel Watch looks to be getting the next-gen Assistant and a possible Exynos chip
We already know the upcoming Pixel Watch is going to look really great, have some sweet watch faces, and hopefully offer up a Pixel-specific take on Wear OS 3. While we still don't know when the device will arrive or what the pricing will be, thanks to some digging by 9to5 Google, we now know a few … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel Watch looks to be getting the next-gen Assistant and a possible Exynos chip
The Chrome Cast 143: The Pixel Watch nears as Google Play Games comes to Windows
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin things on a somber note as we reflect a bit about the recent tornadoes that ravaged our home state of Kentucky. It's been a rough time for many in our Commonwealth and we've put together a way for our audience - readers, YouTube viewers, and podcast listeners … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 143: The Pixel Watch nears as Google Play Games comes to Windows
Pixel Watch feels near as new Wear OS 3 watch faces with Fitbit integration surface
While Wear OS 3 is technically out in the wild with Samsung's latest Galaxy Watch 4, there are a considerable number of Samusng-specific modifications to the watch-bound OS in its 3rd iteration. For now, other watch makers don't have access to Wear OS 3 for their hardware, but that doesn't mean the … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch feels near as new Wear OS 3 watch faces with Fitbit integration surface
Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake N processors are coming to Chromebooks
While we're getting decently deep into the age of 11th-gen Intel Tiger Lake Chromebooks (Acer Spin 713, ASUS Flip CX9, CX5400, CX5500, etc.), just like we see every year, the next generation is ready to take the stage. We've talked about it many times before, but the 12th-gen Alder Lake series of … [Read more...] about Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake N processors are coming to Chromebooks
It looks like Roku and Google have agreed to stay together for the kids
Over the past few months, Google and Roku have been going back and forth trading blows with the boxing gloves over whether or not the Youtube and Youtube TV apps would be available on Roku devices once their agreement for it expired. At first, Roku called out Google in an abrasive email for having … [Read more...] about It looks like Roku and Google have agreed to stay together for the kids
Pixlr photo editing web app gains pen pressure, more exciting features for 2022
We're big fans of Pixlr Photo Editor here at Chrome Unboxed. On the web and for Chromebooks, it's one of the earliest and still one of the best Photoshop alternatives for creatives, especially if you have the One by Wacom graphics tablet that we reviewed earlier this year. Back in February, … [Read more...] about Pixlr photo editing web app gains pen pressure, more exciting features for 2022
New details for Google’s Pixel Watch surface, point to a potential Spring 2022 release date
So, do you remember last month when we thought Google was going to finally reveal its own smartwatch - the "Pixel Watch" - created by its newly acquired Fitbit team? Do you recall them skipping over it entirely and then hearing nothing of it in the time following? We do. I can't tell you how … [Read more...] about New details for Google’s Pixel Watch surface, point to a potential Spring 2022 release date
Why I think Google may ultimately share Tensor with other Chromebook makers
We aren't even to the point where Google has officially announced plans to bring their Tensor SoC to Chromebooks, but between leaked info, common sense, and gut feelings, I'd say a desktop version of Tensor is a foregone conclusion at this point. Reports put the arrival of Google's custom … [Read more...] about Why I think Google may ultimately share Tensor with other Chromebook makers
The Chrome Cast 140: MediaTek Kompanio Chromebooks are coming, and so is the Pixel 6a
This week on the Chrome Cast, we spend a good bit of time talking through MediaTek's Executive Summit, the things that were announced there, and our thoughts on what the landscape of MediaTek ARM-powered Chromebooks will look like in the coming weeks and months. Joe was lucky enough to get to go … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 140: MediaTek Kompanio Chromebooks are coming, and so is the Pixel 6a
The Google Play Store on the web is getting a massive visual redesign
I've stated many times over that Google needs to redesign its dated, archaic design of the Play Store on the web, and have even prospected how one may propel the company toward merging the Chrome Web Store themes and extensions with it. From there, I even played with the idea that one day, it will … [Read more...] about The Google Play Store on the web is getting a massive visual redesign
