For reasons that go deeper than I care to get into, that title was a tad bit hard to write. I don't hate Apple. On the contrary, I actually appreciate a lot about Apple's hardware on a regular basis. I know, for instance, that they are responsible for the smartphone as we know it. They pioneered … [Read more...] about Why I Ditched My Google Pixel Buds for the Apple AirPods Pro [VIDEO]
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Chromebook OOBE getting overhauled with new account setup options
What is OOBE? Before we talk about Chrome OS OOBE, we should probably talk about what it is. OOBE simply stands for "out of box experience," and it is the process in which a consumer sets up a new device when it is straight out of the box. This includes logging in or creating accounts and … [Read more...] about Chromebook OOBE getting overhauled with new account setup options
Chromebooks will soon borrow this useful Android feature
One of my favorite parts of Android has always been the rich, connected ecosystem of app sharing. From the early days, Android has always cultivated an interconnected setup that allows apps on your phone to share bits of data swiftly and easily from one to the next. This behavior has become so … [Read more...] about Chromebooks will soon borrow this useful Android feature
New Chromecast and Google Home announcement possible at upcoming “Hey Google” event
Out of what feels like nowhere, a new Google event has surfaced and it is completely focused on things that work with "Hey Google." In the opening paragraph of the landing page for the event, Google says the following: COVID-19 has made it difficult for us to meet you at I/O, Global Developer … [Read more...] about New Chromecast and Google Home announcement possible at upcoming “Hey Google” event
Clipboard history manager is on the way for Chromebooks
Out of the box, Chromebooks obviously support cut, copy and paste the way you would expect and they have for years. One big limitation of this functionality that has been present just as long, however, is the lack of any sort of management for these clipboard items. Cut something and you'd better … [Read more...] about Clipboard history manager is on the way for Chromebooks
Duo group calls head to Assistant smart displays, Google Meet for Nest Hub Max
Video calls are a great way to connect with family that doesn't live close but during these trying times, face-to-face contact is more important than ever as we continue to keep our distance and limit in-person gatherings. Google understands this and now, they're bringing group video calling to the … [Read more...] about Duo group calls head to Assistant smart displays, Google Meet for Nest Hub Max
Google is finally fixing one of my biggest complaints about Assistant speakers
The Google Assistant does a great job of making your smart home a little smarter. From controlling your smart bulbs to commanding your favorite content to whichever smart display you happen to be near at the moment, the Assistant can do so many things and is always ready and willing to assist. One … [Read more...] about Google is finally fixing one of my biggest complaints about Assistant speakers
Attack of the Tiger Lake boards: more new Chromebooks in development
Of all the boards and types of Chromebooks we are currently tracking, the fastest-growing group easily belongs to the 'Volteer' family of devices. These Chromebooks will have some very interesting tools at their disposal like 10nm Intel chips, a far more powerful Xe GPU built in, and better battery … [Read more...] about Attack of the Tiger Lake boards: more new Chromebooks in development
Join us here and watch the 2020 next@Acer Global Press Conference Live
2020 has been one of the strangest years in recent history. The global pandemic has changed the way we do even the most rudimentary of tasks and the majority of tech gatherings and events have shifted to virtual press conferences and live streams. One such event that we have had the honor of … [Read more...] about Join us here and watch the 2020 next@Acer Global Press Conference Live
New report implicates domain registrar in massive ring of malicious Chrome Extensions
Another day, another cartload of random Chrome Extensions removed from the Web Store due to malicious activity. Only this time, the extensions may have more in common than meets the eye. Unlike many mass extension removals that share similar types of attacks or multiple extensions that all have the … [Read more...] about New report implicates domain registrar in massive ring of malicious Chrome Extensions
Intel Tiger Lake Xe GPU will dramatically elevate what is possible for upcoming Chromebooks
Chrome OS as an operating system has never really been overly concerned with pushing the latest, greatest, graphics-driven software. With a clear focus on all things web, lower-powered integrated graphics have always been just fine for Chromebooks and all we've ever really had to use. With rumors … [Read more...] about Intel Tiger Lake Xe GPU will dramatically elevate what is possible for upcoming Chromebooks
Yes, you can play Pogo Games on your Chromebook. Here’s everything you need to know!
A long held belief and annoyance of Chromebook owners worldwide has been that the popular web based gaming service Pogo can't be played on their laptops. While this is true in some capacity as a handful of the website's most popular games are written in Flash which is going away forever and is … [Read more...] about Yes, you can play Pogo Games on your Chromebook. Here’s everything you need to know!
