Earlier this week, Google made its "Works with Chromebook" initiative official and there are already quite a few big-name peripheral manufacturers on board. Among them is Kensington who is known for a wide variety of PC accessories and of course, the patented computer hardware lock that bears the … [Read more...] about Kensington announces “Works with Chromebook” certified peripherals
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Logitech’s new keyboard and mouse are the best Bluetooth accessories for Chrome OS I’ve ever used
That headline up there is not hyperbole. I'm not having to stretch even a bit to crown this new duo from Logitech as the best set of wireless, Bluetooth accessories I've ever used with a Chromebook. We'll get to why I think that after we go over what is on offer from the simplistic, functional … [Read more...] about Logitech’s new keyboard and mouse are the best Bluetooth accessories for Chrome OS I’ve ever used
Monday was the biggest day for video chats in history
Now, for a bit of unsurprising news: Monday was the biggest day ever for video conferencing. And this isn't by a small margin. Instead, according to Google's Justin Uberti, Monday was on track to break the record by a large margin. As somewhat of an expert in web-based video communications, this … [Read more...] about Monday was the biggest day for video chats in history
The simple way to manage your Chrome extensions
It's honestly hard to remember browsing the web without the use of Chrome extensions. These little utilities simplify common actions like shortening URLS or checking grammar. ⚠️ Extension are great, but be careful! Chrome extensions are like prescription drugs...you don’t want to … [Read more...] about The simple way to manage your Chrome extensions
Companies offering free resources for homebound students and telecommuters
For millions of Americans, day-to-day life just took a U-turn and landed many in situations that no one could have expected, let alone prepared for. I'll leave the political and medical rigamarole to other websites authors and instead, focus on make lemonade out of lemons. With countless kids now … [Read more...] about Companies offering free resources for homebound students and telecommuters
Comcast offers two months of free Internet Essentials for eligible families, opens Wifi hotspots to all
Much like many districts across the country, our local schools sent home surveys last week to see how many households would be capable of providing "non-traditional instruction" for the kiddos. Put simply, schools are looking to provide online lessons as thousands of institutions have closed their … [Read more...] about Comcast offers two months of free Internet Essentials for eligible families, opens Wifi hotspots to all
Oh, Glorious Day. Chromebooks are getting Print and Scan management
Chrome OS and printing have had a long, tumultuous relationship and that's a shame because Chromebooks have solidified their place in education and have now set their sights on the enterprise and consumer markets. That's not to say Chrome OS hasn't made advances in the printing department. With … [Read more...] about Oh, Glorious Day. Chromebooks are getting Print and Scan management
How to set up the Apple Magic Trackpad 2 on your Chromebook now that the Brydge C-Type is no more
Now that the Brydge C-Touch wireless trackpad is out of the picture, we thought it a good time to return to the Magic Trackpad 2 from Apple and give it a spin once again. We uncovered the addition of this accessory to Chrome OS a long time ago and in the time since, the Magic Trackpad has only … [Read more...] about How to set up the Apple Magic Trackpad 2 on your Chromebook now that the Brydge C-Type is no more
4K for Stadia on the web is here: what you need to get it working
According to an early report by 9to5 Google and a subsequent confirmation by Google on Reddit, Stadia is making good on yet another of its earlier promises by delivering 4K to the web-based version of the game streaming platform. Up to this point, 4K gameplay has been limited to the Chromecast … [Read more...] about 4K for Stadia on the web is here: what you need to get it working
ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 gets a beautiful new teaser video
If there's one thing you can't fault ASUS for, it is their ability to create compelling, beautiful videos for their Chromebooks. The Flip C434 got the same treatment last year and in mid-January 2020, we saw a short video show up for the Flip C436 alongside a new landing page on ASUS' website. … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 gets a beautiful new teaser video
5 steps to clean and disinfect your Chromebook to prevent coronavirus spread
As the world continues to deal with the threat of the novel coronavirus, people are looking for ways to clean and disinfect their living spaces and belongings. In our latest episode of The Chrome Cast, we talked about the many tech events that have been canceled and how businesses and schools are … [Read more...] about 5 steps to clean and disinfect your Chromebook to prevent coronavirus spread
New certifications means Google’s Pixel Buds must be getting close to release
Not too long ago, Google's upcoming Pixel Buds passed through the Bluetooth SIG as expected. The SIG (special interest group) is the standards group that oversees the development of Bluetooth standards and the licensing of the Bluetooth technologies and trademarks to manufacturers. Products that … [Read more...] about New certifications means Google’s Pixel Buds must be getting close to release
