We're not the most patient folks around the Chrome Unboxed office. The day the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook launched, Robby made the 45-minute drive to the nearest Best Buy that had it in inventory and was back at the office by lunch. As excited as we were for the Galaxy, there is another device that … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet tablet listings show up at multiple resellers
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The best Google Assistant tips and tricks to help you around the house
Over the last couple of weeks, many of us are staying at home much more than normal and are trying to juggle remote work, distance learning with kids, and virtual hangouts with friends/family. If you have a Google smart speaker, a smart display, or Chromecast, you can put the Google Assistant to … [Read more...] about The best Google Assistant tips and tricks to help you around the house
Taking Microsoft’s Editor Chrome extension for a test drive
I'm typing this right now as more of a test than anything. A test of what, you ask? A test of Microsoft's new Editor extension that is available not only for its in-house browser, but for Chrome as well. What is it, exactly? Consider it a Grammarly alternative, offered from Microsoft, that works … [Read more...] about Taking Microsoft’s Editor Chrome extension for a test drive
Chrome OS 81 is rolling out for most Chromebooks right now, right on time
Due to the current state of affairs, Google chose to breifly halt Chrome and Chrome OS development a few weeks back and this presented a few changes in the schedule as things got back to business shortly thereafter. First up, Chrome and Chrome OS 82 hit the chopping block and were completely done … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 81 is rolling out for most Chromebooks right now, right on time
CTL brings Gemini Lake-R to its Sprint LTE Chromebook NL71
Oregon-based CTL is one of only a handful of companies that have produced an LTE-enabled Chromebook. Aside from the cellular toting Samsung Chromebook Plux V2, I can't think of another Chromebook on the market today that offers onboard LTE connectivity. CTL's model is geared specifically towards … [Read more...] about CTL brings Gemini Lake-R to its Sprint LTE Chromebook NL71
ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 Review: the first of the next generation
Since our time with the ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 out at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, we've all been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new wave of Chromebooks. From the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook to the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook to the aggressively-priced Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5, all the new … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 Review: the first of the next generation
Zoom’s response to its own flaws should set the industry standard
This past Friday, I shared my thoughts on Zoom and what appeared to be a company that was crumbling beneath the weight of its own, unforeseen success. Based on reader response and multiple social media conversations, my opinion of Zoom was not a popular one and that's okay. Was I harsh? Yes. Did I … [Read more...] about Zoom’s response to its own flaws should set the industry standard
Zoom is a dumpster fire. Try these two alternatives for video meetings
We're nearly one month into the pandemic that is responsible for millions of employees and students making the move to online work and learning. In that shift, no software has seen a rise in popularity as much a chat and video conferencing apps. As a matter of fact, Google Engineer Justin Uberti … [Read more...] about Zoom is a dumpster fire. Try these two alternatives for video meetings
Latest Chrome OS 80 update lends new tools to Family Link Accounts
Chrome OS has rolled out another incremental update. While we suspected that it was just a fix for the Lenovo C340-11's Wi-Fi issues, it appears that there is a lot more under the hood than we expected. The announcement was made via the official Chromebook Support Forum. Normally, update … [Read more...] about Latest Chrome OS 80 update lends new tools to Family Link Accounts
[Update] Lenovo C340-11 having Wi-Fi issues? Here’s the (sort of) quick-fix
Update: The Chrome OS team just pushed out an update to the Stable Channel. There has been no official statement as to whether this contains a fix for the Lenovo or not but I highly recommend attempting to update before proceeding with the steps below. Update 2: According to the corresponding bug … [Read more...] about [Update] Lenovo C340-11 having Wi-Fi issues? Here’s the (sort of) quick-fix
How to set up Chrome Remote Desktop for your new work from home life
As we all learn to adjust in a world where working from home is the new normal, we thought it a good time to revisit how you can get a reliable, simple remote desktop setup up and running. This will work on any device you have across the board, so you don't really have to worry much with … [Read more...] about How to set up Chrome Remote Desktop for your new work from home life
Zoom users take heed to prevent uninvited guests in your meeting rooms
During this time of social distancing, remote working and homeschooling, Zoom has quickly become one of the most popular teleconferencing platforms in the world. Thanks to its low barrier of entry and cross-platform capabilities, the video meeting software has come to the aid of millions in a time … [Read more...] about Zoom users take heed to prevent uninvited guests in your meeting rooms
