When it comes to sequels, the point is always to at least attempt to be better than the original. As we all know, that doesn't always happen. In the case of Lenovo's latest Chromebook tablet, however, the company has delivered an upgrade over the much-loved original that makes for a better … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 review: a perfect sequel
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You can now drag images out of Keep into other apps on Android
Google Keep has been the subject of several APK teardowns lately that have revealed some interesting "possible" new features. Just last month, it was discovered that Keep is likely adding basic text formatting options, such as the ability to bold or italicize your text, as well as adding different … [Read more...] about You can now drag images out of Keep into other apps on Android
The M2 Macbook Pro is bested by an ARM-powered Chromebook in one very important way
If you know me, you know that I give credit where and when it is due. With Apple, I'm fine with admitting that the company completely owns the tablet market, rules the smartwatch sector, and makes my favorite wireless earbuds (hopefully only until July 21st, though). Their Macbooks are very nice … [Read more...] about The M2 Macbook Pro is bested by an ARM-powered Chromebook in one very important way
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 unboxing and impressions [VIDEO]
During MWC 2022 back in early March of this year, we had the opportunity to spend some time with a pre-production version of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3, and we came away pretty impressed. With all the things the original Duet got right, Lenovo simply needed to show up with a version that … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 unboxing and impressions [VIDEO]
This upcoming change to Gboard would have made my time with the Galaxy Fold much better
A few months back, I tested the foldable phone waters a bit more extensively by spending some time with the Samsung Galaxy Fold 3. I'd considered it quite a few times over the years, testing the original Galaxy Fold and the original Surface Duo for only a few days each before deciding both of those … [Read more...] about This upcoming change to Gboard would have made my time with the Galaxy Fold much better
The Chromebook virtual keyboard is getting a Material You makeover
It's been quite some time since the look of the built-in ChromeOS virtual keyboard got a new look. Back in 2020, Google gave it an overhaul and made it decidedly more Gboard-esque, but little has changed since then. Two years later, it seems they are ready to try out a fresher, more Material You … [Read more...] about The Chromebook virtual keyboard is getting a Material You makeover
Apex Legends Mobile would be a perfect fit on Chromebooks, but it won’t install
There's no reason to hide it: I've been loving Apex Legends Mobile since the day it came out. While I only tinkered with the desktop version from time to time using GeForce NOW, I am fully invested in this game on mobile. The character system, modes of play, and general feel of the game are so … [Read more...] about Apex Legends Mobile would be a perfect fit on Chromebooks, but it won’t install
The Chrome Cast 169: New Chromebooks announced from Acer and Lenovo
This week on The Chrome Cast, we're diving into all the new ChromeOS hardware that was debuted this week. With a new, high-end competitor from Acer in the Spin 714, it is starting to feel like the race for best Chromebook of 2022 is just getting started. Acer additionally launched an … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 169: New Chromebooks announced from Acer and Lenovo
The Chrome Cast 168: Let’s talk about all that hardware from Google I/O 2022
This week on The Chrome Cast, you likely know exactly what we're talking about. Unless you were disconnected from the internet this week, there's no way you missed hearing about Google I/O 2022 and all the announcements that came from the jam-packed day-1 keynote. More than ever, Google not only … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 168: Let’s talk about all that hardware from Google I/O 2022
What hardware I’m realistically expecting from Google I/O 2022
Over the years, Google I/O has been largely focused on software that affects the Google universe. From Android to ChromeOS to Google Assistant to the web, Google I/O is - at the core - a developer's conference. Yes, there has been hardware announced and even handed out at the event in the past, … [Read more...] about What hardware I’m realistically expecting from Google I/O 2022
JXL (JPEG XL) is a new image file type you’ll see more of, and Chrome support is now working, too
I'll be completely transparent, here: until I saw this flag in the list on my Chromebook, I didn't even know JXL was even a thing. There are so many photo and video file types these days, it's hard to keep up. At the end of the day, we all want high fidelity images that don't take up gobs of space … [Read more...] about JXL (JPEG XL) is a new image file type you’ll see more of, and Chrome support is now working, too
Android 12L gets official launch as version 12.1
Five months after the announcement and the start of beta testing of Android 12L – a feature drop to Android 12 that aims to optimize the experience on tablets and foldable devices – an official release is underway that will target Pixel devices first. The update also got an official rename as … [Read more...] about Android 12L gets official launch as version 12.1
