"The Chrome Web Store was created in December 2010, so it’s getting quite old now. Since its inception, it has only been given one coat of paint and that was two years ago – a light and already outdated brush of material design. It's all but dead, but now is a better time than ever to give it new … [Read more...] about Instead of dying off, the Chrome Web Store gets a redesign and a surprising new lease on life
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Unboxing the slim, MediaTek Kompanio 520-powered ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip [VIDEO]
During our time at CES 2023 in Las Vegas all the way back in January, the ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip showed up in a pretty unexpected fashion. As it turned out, this new Chromebook wasn’t just showcased by ASUS, but by MediaTek in their booth as well. While we knew devices with the new Kompanio 520 … [Read more...] about Unboxing the slim, MediaTek Kompanio 520-powered ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip [VIDEO]
Chromebook Google Tasks widget makes its first appearance, lets you quickly manage To-Do lists
After the seamless integration of the Calendar widget on the ChromeOS shelf, Google is rolling out its next big thing: the Google Tasks widget. Big props to @C2 Productions on X for spotlighting this via the Canary channel. For those unaware, ChromeOS Canary where cool new features are unveiled for … [Read more...] about Chromebook Google Tasks widget makes its first appearance, lets you quickly manage To-Do lists
Google Arts and Culture just got a redesign that will get you excited about living in the past
Google's Arts & Culture app is getting its very own "Material You" redesign, which should already be available to you if you have an Android device (iOS coming soon!) The app's new features encourage you to explore topics like art, food, fashion, craft, and science more than you probably have in … [Read more...] about Google Arts and Culture just got a redesign that will get you excited about living in the past
ChromeOS 115 is arriving on schedule and full of fun, new updates [U: VIDEO]
Right on schedule, ChromeOS 115 is arriving on a Chromebook near you and unlike the last few 4-week updates, this one has quite a few new tricks up its sleeve. A few, small, handy updates are here to join in with a couple larger features that we've been testing for a few months at this point. … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 115 is arriving on schedule and full of fun, new updates [U: VIDEO]
YouTube may introduce bite-sized playable games in place of some video advertisements
In an internal Team YouTube email sent to a select group of employees and then somehow leaked to The Wall Street Journal, a new gaming initiative was tossed around in conversation. At this time, there's no word on whether it will even be available for public use, but it's called 'Playables', and at … [Read more...] about YouTube may introduce bite-sized playable games in place of some video advertisements
Google looks to be prepping a new standard for Chromebook excellence with ‘Chromebook X’
In a report from 9to5 Google yesterday, it seems Google could be right on the cusp of delivering a new way for consumers to make sense of the growing - and sometimes confusing - Chromebook market. For a few years, Google has used the 'Premium' and 'Plus' labels both on the official Chromebook site … [Read more...] about Google looks to be prepping a new standard for Chromebook excellence with ‘Chromebook X’
Google News gets ‘Following’ page update for local stories, Material You widget redesign
I have a love-hate relationship with Google News, but that relationship is understandable to an extent. It’s a beautiful app that’s minimal and informative, but at the same time, I don’t favor waking up to the worst kind of news I’ve ever read and lacking features most other news apps … [Read more...] about Google News gets ‘Following’ page update for local stories, Material You widget redesign
Acer’s 13th Gen Chromebook Spin 714 is now available for $699
In April, Acer held its annual next@Acer even where the PC giant announced a slew of new products. In the mix was the next iteration of the popular Chromebook Spin 714 that has been a top seller among consumers for the past few years. While the new model didn't deviate from last year's device, there … [Read more...] about Acer’s 13th Gen Chromebook Spin 714 is now available for $699
Google Play Books on Android now lets you manage multiple books at once, adds unshelved view
After receiving a brand new Material You logo this week and tools to help young readers practice comprehension, Google Play Books is already adding new features. I'm not sure why all of the sudden love for one of my favorite apps, especially as it hardly ever receives updates, but I'm not … [Read more...] about Google Play Books on Android now lets you manage multiple books at once, adds unshelved view
Google Keep is looking a bit more slick with the latest Material You design tweaks
Google Keep is still battling with the new Google Docs Smart Canvas features for the top spot in my favorite apps the company has released over the years. It’s not often it gets updates as the tech giant likes to keep it simple for the large middle type of user, but when it does, it’s usually to add … [Read more...] about Google Keep is looking a bit more slick with the latest Material You design tweaks
ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip Review: a big step forward [VIDEO]
ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 MSRP - $799.00 "It's easily my favorite ASUS Chromebook since the CX5400 from a couple years ago and one that I'd be happy to use as my daily device in most cases." Pros Cons When the new cloud-gaming focused Chrombooks arrived last fall, it was pretty easy to spot … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip Review: a big step forward [VIDEO]
