The next few iterations of Chrome OS are shaping up to bring some major changes to the features department but Chromebook UI is getting a fair share of love as of late, as well. The biggest overhaul in the area of aesthetics is without a doubt the upcoming dark/light them that we're expecting to … [Read more...] about Chromebook lock screen gets a fresh coat of paint
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As Google Play Books turns 10 years old, here is our feature wishlist for the future
If there's one thing that many of us have been doing as we continue living in lockdown during the pandemic, it's catching up on a bit of light (or heavy) reading. Even though some people say that Google Play Books "isn't dead yet" as it celebrates its 10th birthday, I would argue that the service … [Read more...] about As Google Play Books turns 10 years old, here is our feature wishlist for the future
HP Chromebook Elite c1030 unboxing and hands-on [VIDEO]
At this point in 2020, the high-end Chromebook segment has really struggled. Other than a couple enterprise Chromebooks that almost no one should buy outside of corporate deployment, the high end of the Chromebook market has not had a great year. The two flagship consumer Chromebooks up in that … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook Elite c1030 unboxing and hands-on [VIDEO]
Expect an absolute avalanche of Chromebooks in all shapes and sizes in 2021 [VIDEO]
We can all agree that 2020 hasn't exactly been the best year. One for the record books? Sure. But for all the wrong reasons. While it's turned out to be a year that most of us would like to forget, I'm reminded that even in the midst of mess, there can be good there, too. That was absolutely the … [Read more...] about Expect an absolute avalanche of Chromebooks in all shapes and sizes in 2021 [VIDEO]
Google outlines its sustainability efforts, wants plastic-free packaging by 2025
As Google continues to find ways that they can be responsible for their impact on the environment and the community, they've recently outlined the next steps in their goals for creating sustainable hardware products. Having hit their promise of including some recyclable material in all of their … [Read more...] about Google outlines its sustainability efforts, wants plastic-free packaging by 2025
Stadia finally ‘has what it takes’ to properly market their cloud gaming console the way it deserves
Hot on the heels of their 'Get to Know Stadia' marketing video which actually explains the service the way it should have been from its inception, the Stadia team has now doubled down on their strategy by releasing a new video titled 'You Have What It Takes'. The short one and a half minute clip … [Read more...] about Stadia finally ‘has what it takes’ to properly market their cloud gaming console the way it deserves
Deal alert: All of the acclaimed iClassics Collection immersive books are on sale right now
iClassics books are immersive reading experiences based on the literature of several renown authors - Edgar Allan Poe, Charles Dickens, H.P. Lovecraft and Oscar Wilde - with many more to come. Created to bridge the gap between the old and the new, the game developers want to get the newer generation … [Read more...] about Deal alert: All of the acclaimed iClassics Collection immersive books are on sale right now
Chromebook scanning app working in latest Canary update
Back in March, we discovered that Chrome OS developers were working on a project that would finally bring printing on Chromebooks into the 21st century. The updates included a new Print Jobs system app that will allow users to monitor active printers and view completed print jobs. The Print Jobs … [Read more...] about Chromebook scanning app working in latest Canary update
G Suite is out, say hello to Google Workspace
It appears that Google is making an attempt to reinvent itself now that the company is becoming more of a household name for not only services but also hardware. The highly-anticipated Chromecast comes bearing a remote but also introduces the completely reimagined Google TV that will take the place … [Read more...] about G Suite is out, say hello to Google Workspace
The Chrome Web Store could become the ultimate destination for web apps by doing this
Websites are slowly but surely becoming the new software by offering a multitude of functionalities right through your browser. There's no need to download big, bulky packages or to install them. Don't get me wrong - downloadable software has tons of benefits for power users and it will probably be … [Read more...] about The Chrome Web Store could become the ultimate destination for web apps by doing this
Google’s new(old) Wifi router quietly shows up at retailers
Google's Launch Night In hardware event has come and gone but one item that was seemingly left off of the list of expected products was the somewhat confusing update to the Google Wifi router. As 9to5Google discovered in late September, Google has been working on some sort of refresh for its … [Read more...] about Google’s new(old) Wifi router quietly shows up at retailers
Google Photos editor updated with new design and powerful features, rolling out now
During Google's 'Launch Night In' event, they revealed two new Pixel phones and in the process, unveiled a refreshed suite of editing tools in Google Photos. Along with its much improved design comes a focus on machine learning and AI so that you can make more helpful edits to your … [Read more...] about Google Photos editor updated with new design and powerful features, rolling out now
