I've had the distinct pleasure of traveling to Germany for the past week and a half and while here, I've had to firmly rely on my mobile data connection to stay even a tad bit in touch with the tech world. I made a mistake in the early going that I'd never even thought about before, and I hope to … [Read more...] about How To Avoid Destroying Your Data Cap When Tethering To A Chromebook
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“OneChrome” Could Bring Deeper Integration Of Desktop and Mobile
Chrome developers continue to create ways for the browser (and OS) to sync between users devices in an effort to allow the desktop to take advantage of connected mobile devices. Integrated Android Messages, Instant Tethering and now, Send to Device are all features that are or will be baked into … [Read more...] about “OneChrome” Could Bring Deeper Integration Of Desktop and Mobile
At E3 2019, Google Stadia Performance Impresses
I've spent the past few days reading article after article and watching a handful of YouTube videos of Stadia running Doom Eternal in real time and, as I've posited in the past, come away feeling like Google is going to pull this whole game streaming idea off in a big way. … [Read more...] about At E3 2019, Google Stadia Performance Impresses
Sneak Peek: Chrome OS “Send Tab To Self” Live In Dev Channel
The Chrome OS team continues to bring new features to Chromebooks that allow users to move seamlessly between their desktop and mobile devices. First, it was "Better Together" which evolved into what is now Connected Devices. The feature, now in Stable, gives users a way to sync their phones with … [Read more...] about Sneak Peek: Chrome OS “Send Tab To Self” Live In Dev Channel
Why I Think Google Stadia Will Be The Real Deal
When it comes to gaming, Chromebooks are simply never in the conversation. Without an OS that is targeted for big title games and hardware that isn't built for high-end gaming, Chromebooks just aren't the choice for anyone if gaming is a big part of the reason for purchase. While Android gaming … [Read more...] about Why I Think Google Stadia Will Be The Real Deal
Google Stadia Details Coming This Week: Pricing, Games, Launch Date
It probably goes without saying that we here at Chrome Unboxed are genuinely pumped about Stadia - Google's cloud streaming game service coming later this year. Up to this point, details have been scant on pricing, available games, and a launch date, but it looks like all that is about to change on … [Read more...] about Google Stadia Details Coming This Week: Pricing, Games, Launch Date
Crostini Report: What’s New With Linux On Chromebooks
This year's Google I/O developer conference was chock full of awesome new goodies headed our way for Android, Google Assistant, Chrome OS and much more. Much of which, we will be covering over the next few days but don't forget to tune in to the latest episode of The Chrome Cast for a quick roundup … [Read more...] about Crostini Report: What’s New With Linux On Chromebooks
Illuminate Your Smart Home Game With This Killer Deal From Best Buy
Smart Bulbs have come a long way in the few short years they've been on the market. Philips, an industry leader in healthcare technology, lighting and more has become a household name in the smart lighting industry and thanks to this killer deal from Best Buy, you can score their Smart Bulb starter … [Read more...] about Illuminate Your Smart Home Game With This Killer Deal From Best Buy
VPN Support Coming to Linux Apps on Chromebooks
We've talked about VPN support and Chrome OS in general in both videos and posts in the past. The general idea behind a VPN is the addition of a bit more privacy when online whether home or out and about. This is achieved through an app or extension encrypting your data and then routing your … [Read more...] about VPN Support Coming to Linux Apps on Chromebooks
Advanced External USB Camera Controls Coming To Chromebooks
All Chromebooks come with a camera or two, so Chrome OS is no stranger to handling camera inputs. While the camera software on Chrome OS is still a bit of a work in progress across the board, the general camera functions are there and have been there for quite some time. What we are currently … [Read more...] about Advanced External USB Camera Controls Coming To Chromebooks
How To Get Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Working For Offline Videos On Your Chromebook
Picture-in-picture (PIP) is one of those features that I don't think I need or would use until the moment comes that I do. If there's a quick video I'm watching when another task arises on my phone, I love the fact that switching apps doesn't close the video, stop playback, or just continue the … [Read more...] about How To Get Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Working For Offline Videos On Your Chromebook
Stadia – Google’s New Game Streaming Platform – Could Finally Make Chromebook Gaming A Reality [VIDEO]
There's so much to say about Stadia that we're taking a day or two to absorb all the info and catch our collective breath. Right now, you just need to know that Google is launching an all-out effort to become a major player in the multi-billion dollar gaming industry via a streaming game service … [Read more...] about Stadia – Google’s New Game Streaming Platform – Could Finally Make Chromebook Gaming A Reality [VIDEO]
