Chrome OS has definitely gone through its share of growing pains over the years. From big issues in printing to janky Android app inclusion, the developers behind Chrome OS have overcome many stumbles and issues to get the OS where it is today. That isn't to say the experience is without its … [Read more...] about New Chromebooks launching in the next few months will finally bring Bluetooth 5.0 to Chrome OS
Search Results for: onn
Support our independent tech coverage. Chrome Unboxed is written by real people, for real people—not search algorithms. Join Chrome Unboxed Plus for just $2 a month to get an ad-free experience, access to our private Discord, and more. Learn more about membership here.
START FREE TRIAL (MONTHLY)START FREE TRIAL (ANNUAL)
Turn your phone into a folding Chrome OS tablet: Meet castAway™
Over the past few years, we've spilled a fair amount of digital ink talking about what a Chrome OS phone could or should look like. (If someone were to take the initiative to make one.) For the most part, I've imagined a device that looks and functions just like any other smartphone, only running … [Read more...] about Turn your phone into a folding Chrome OS tablet: Meet castAway™
How to fix the Disney+ Android app layout on a Chromebook
Yesterday, Disney+ was unveiled to the world and around our office, at least, it was absolutely the center of interest. For many, just logging into Disney+ and realizing the sheer volume of great content that sits before you is reason enough to be buzzing just a bit. With new shows like The … [Read more...] about How to fix the Disney+ Android app layout on a Chromebook
The games actually available with Stadia on launch day are fewer than expected
We're coming down the home stretch, now. In just about one week from today, Stadia will be officially upon us and ready for launch. We've been excited by its impending arrival for months and the lineup of games has only grown over that same time. As it turns out, however, the games that have been … [Read more...] about The games actually available with Stadia on launch day are fewer than expected
It’s not just you: Google Nest was down this morning, but there’s good news
Many Google Nest users around the world woke up this morning to find out they couldn’t access the Nest app. It appears that Google has addressed the server issue that was causing the outage and all devices should be coming back online soon. … [Read more...] about It’s not just you: Google Nest was down this morning, but there’s good news
Save big with these Google/Nest bundles and score a free gift card
Black Friday is coming and most of the major retailers and manufacturers are already jumping into the mix with savings on Chromebooks, Google Home/Nest products and more. Best Buy, Target, Walmart, Amazon and even Costco will be great spots to score some great savings during the holiday shopping … [Read more...] about Save big with these Google/Nest bundles and score a free gift card
Google’s Stadia app shows up in the Play Store and shows off more of the UI
We're coming down the final stretch with Stadia's launch at this point. In just 12 days, gamers who've already jumped on board with Google's streaming game platform will be able to begin leveraging the service to their heart's content, and we'll all know exactly how well this entire cloud gaming … [Read more...] about Google’s Stadia app shows up in the Play Store and shows off more of the UI
Chrome OS 78 arriving with easier printing, Virtual Desks, Click to Call and more
Chrome OS M78 should be rolling out any time now and when it arrives, it will bring some new and updated features that should make Google's desktop operating system more user-friendly in a variety of ways. The latest version will be headed our way over the next few days and here's a look at what to … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 78 arriving with easier printing, Virtual Desks, Click to Call and more
What brought me back to the Pixel 4 XL [VIDEO]
There's a reason I titled my last article about the Pixel 4 'Why I haven't bought the Pixel 4 yet.' I know myself. I know how I am with tech, and I know how quickly my mind can be persuaded and changed. Knowing these things, I knew better than to be 100% definitive in my dismissal of Google's … [Read more...] about What brought me back to the Pixel 4 XL [VIDEO]
Thunderbolt 3 is on the way to Chrome OS and newer Chromebooks
Thunderbolt 3 is a staple addition to many devices outside the Chrome OS world. Macbooks and Windows devices come with it in many of the higher-end models and peripheral manufacturers have created a small ecosystem of fantastic devices that fully leverage the USB-C standard in a wide variety of … [Read more...] about Thunderbolt 3 is on the way to Chrome OS and newer Chromebooks
6 spooky Google smart home tricks you can try this Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner, which means it's time to put the final touches on your costume and find the perfect spooky decorations. Whether you are preparing for a Halloween party or just getting ready for some trick-or-treaters, Google Nest has some frightful tricks up its sleeve to make … [Read more...] about 6 spooky Google smart home tricks you can try this Halloween
Google Home devices are being bricked left and right. What now? [UPDATE]
Software updates are a funny thing. Something intended to make a product better and more secure can occasionally produce less-than-favorable results. The latest firmware update for a couple of Google Home devices, unfortunately, has done the latter and the fallout is nothing short of a train wreck. … [Read more...] about Google Home devices are being bricked left and right. What now? [UPDATE]
