I don't know about you, but looking through a post on ifixit.com is always a fun experience. The group routinely digs up all kinds of interesting nuggets about all kinds of tech. Reading their posts is like seeing behind a curtain you don't normally get to slide out of the way. Back in … [Read more...] about Google Home Has Hidden Pogo Pins In The Base – For Docking & Mods?
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New Chromebook Eve: Beyond The Pixel
If the Chromebook we affectionately know as 'Eve' were to be announced tomorrow, it would effectively be the most cutting-edge, progressive Chrome OS device we have ever seen. The Kaby Lake convertible will house features and hardware that will set a new bar for high-end Chromebooks of the … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Eve: Beyond The Pixel
New Chromebook ‘Eve’ To Utilize Faster NVMe SSD Storage
Just recently, in a commit to the Chromium Repositories, we are seeing references to NVMe SSD storage for 'Eve'. If you have no idea what NVMe means, you are in the vast majority. The technical specifications surrounding NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) aren't the easiest to understand for … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Eve’ To Utilize Faster NVMe SSD Storage
“What’s Playing” Works On My Chromebook!
One of my favorite Google App features is now working on Chrome OS. "What's playing" is a quick, simple way to recognize a song via the Google App search or by using OK, Google on Android devices. You may be familiar with similar applications such as Sound Hound or Sound Search for Android. I … [Read more...] about “What’s Playing” Works On My Chromebook!
Google Wifi On Sale At Amazon
If you're in the market to upgrade your home or office wireless internet, now may be a good time to consider a Google Wifi. More than just a router, the Google Wifi point is the smart device that seamlessly provides the best channels for all of your devices to take advantage of the best signal … [Read more...] about Google Wifi On Sale At Amazon
Windows Apps On Your Chromebook Without Emulators Or VM: Meet Droplet
If that title has you wondering how this is possible, I'm afraid we won't be able to fully answer that question yet. As unsatisfying as that is, what Droplet is claiming to be bringing to market soon is no-less exciting. Their aim is larger than just Chromebooks, but in the sweep of what Droplet … [Read more...] about Windows Apps On Your Chromebook Without Emulators Or VM: Meet Droplet
Share Your Pixel Photos With Chromecasters Around The World
The guys and gals in the Google Pixel department have teamed up with Chromecast to let users showcase their best photos with Chromecast users around the world. Just in case you hadn't heard of the feature, Chromecast's Backdrop allows users to set custom content on their Chromecast-connected … [Read more...] about Share Your Pixel Photos With Chromecasters Around The World
Chromebook Users Can Now Print Via Network
Chrome OS continues to mature and become a more well-rounded platform for its users. The latest update to version 59 brought with it a few minor, albeit, crucial additions to our favorite operating system. While many are still awaiting the Google Play Store to hit their Chromebooks, the … [Read more...] about Chromebook Users Can Now Print Via Network
Hangouts Gets A New Calling Trick For iOS
Despite the constant threat of demise, Google Hangouts keeps getting new features. The latest addition is a bit overdue, sure, but it is something that gets the app on parity with Facebook Messenger when it comes to taking VOIP phone calls. To get some of you up to speed, VOIP (voice over … [Read more...] about Hangouts Gets A New Calling Trick For iOS
Instant Tethering Headed To Chromebooks
Recent reports have shed light on a new feature that may be coming to Chrome OS in the near future. "Instant Tethering" is a method of sharing your phones internet connection with nearby devices seamlessly without having to manually enable a hotspot. The feature rolled out in the latest … [Read more...] about Instant Tethering Headed To Chromebooks
Former Mozilla CTO: Chrome Won The Browser Wars
In what is likely no mistake by Google, my Google Now feed offered up an article from a blog I didn't know existed until this morning. That blog's name? Andreas Gal. As in Andreas Gal, former Mozilla CTO. The blog's title? Chrome Won. Depending on the news sources you frequent, you may or … [Read more...] about Former Mozilla CTO: Chrome Won The Browser Wars
Chromebook How To: Scan With HP All-In-One Printers
So, this past weekend it happened. I actually needed to scan a document to send via email to someone. I didn't have access to a digital version of the document so I was left to my own devices in figuring out a lower-tech way to get it to onto the web. I had my trusty Chromebook and a … [Read more...] about Chromebook How To: Scan With HP All-In-One Printers
