It seems that game developers and publishers may be starting to recognize Chromebooks in an official capacity. Bethesda Game Studios, developer of Skyrim and Fallout put out a tweet yesterday promoting Fallout Shelter on Chromebooks! Fallout Shelter is a mobile game inspired by the Fallout series in … [Read more...] about Bethesda promotes Fallout Shelter for Chromebooks and proves that developers still aren’t doing enough
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Everything we know so far about Google’s new Chromecast dongle
Although its official release date is still something of a mystery, numerous details have emerged surrounding Google’s upcoming first-party Android TV dongle. Dubbed “Sabrina,” the device appears to be sporting a handy feature embedded in its remote in-lieu of its less-than-next-gen spec sheet as … [Read more...] about Everything we know so far about Google’s new Chromecast dongle
This missing YouTube Music feature on the web is ruining moving day for me
My day has finally arrived. I finally got the thumbs up to be one of the users that can successfully move my Google Play Music library over to YouTube Music with just one click. You can check here if you want to see if your account is ready for transfer. If you haven't done so already or are … [Read more...] about This missing YouTube Music feature on the web is ruining moving day for me
Duo for the web now has group calling for up to 32 users and it is fabulous
Of all the things I've been waiting on Duo to deliver in the web version of the app, group calling is my absolute #1. Is it a little late to the game considering the current, pandemic-riddled circumstances? Yes it is, but in just a handful of test calls I've done with the service, it honestly … [Read more...] about Duo for the web now has group calling for up to 32 users and it is fabulous
Google is polling Chromebook users with satisfaction surveys
Google is no stranger to the survey space. The company has a mobile app specifically designed to poll users on a wide variety of subjects ranging from location-based in-store purchases to YouTube video consumption. The Opinion Rewards app is a handy little tool for Google to hone its data … [Read more...] about Google is polling Chromebook users with satisfaction surveys
Chrome to get a download later scheduling feature
As someone who spends much of my time working in the cloud, I don't often think about large downloads being a huge issue. I remember the days of slow internet speeds and waiting what felt like forever for an album to download from Napster. Yeah, I was a broke college kid when Napster was a … [Read more...] about Chrome to get a download later scheduling feature
As new Pixelbook 2 release rumors swirl, let’s take a look at some actual facts
Yesterday, a post went up on Tom's Guide titled Google Pixelbook 2 release date, specs and rumors and, despite the fact that I'm insanely eager to find anything remotely resembling a link to a Google-made Chromebook for 2020, this post is simply misleading. Yes, the Chromebook they mention is in … [Read more...] about As new Pixelbook 2 release rumors swirl, let’s take a look at some actual facts
Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook Review: the new measuring stick
Chromebooks have come a long way in the decade they have existed. In the early days, it was all about delivering a cheap, affordable device to house Chrome OS on since the software really wasn't up to the task of being a full-blown replacement for something like Windows, Linux or MacOS. In a lot of … [Read more...] about Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook Review: the new measuring stick
Far better Wi-Fi security is coming to Chromebooks with WPA3
Whether you realize it or not, the security on your Wi-Fi connection right now is likely based on a protocol from 2004. WPA-2, or Wi-Fi Protected Access 2, is the follow up to WPA that was introduced in 2003. Since then, WPA2 arrived to correct many of the problems and vulnerabilities with the … [Read more...] about Far better Wi-Fi security is coming to Chromebooks with WPA3
Why Google’s new Chromecast/Android TV dongle could be a massive hit
There have been more than enough leaks, rumors and speculative thoughts around the upcoming media streaming dongle Google plans to release in the next few weeks that I'm not here to attempt to add to that. In fact, I'll link you to the latest XDA article about this mystery dongle that covers most … [Read more...] about Why Google’s new Chromecast/Android TV dongle could be a massive hit
DEAL ALERT: 101 Google Play Games on sale this week including Reventure, Beholder 2 and Doom & Destiny Advanced
Welcome back! This week, we have 101 Google Play games to share with you which are on sale or free because, well, let's face it, who does 100 anymore? These are games you can play on your Android phone or Chromebook. Let's not waste any time getting to the games. Our favorites this week include … [Read more...] about DEAL ALERT: 101 Google Play Games on sale this week including Reventure, Beholder 2 and Doom & Destiny Advanced
Google’s new Android TV dongle could fix one of Chromecast’s biggest shortcomings
If the rumors are true, Google is preparing to launch a new Chromecast dongle that will be a hybrid of the popular streaming dongle and a full-blown Android TV device. The news has been relatively speculative but a recent leak uncovered by XDA Developers reveals some very solid evidence that the new … [Read more...] about Google’s new Android TV dongle could fix one of Chromecast’s biggest shortcomings
