There's no doubt that as we enter 2022, there are a ton of great Chromebook options out there to choose from. With 10th, 11th, and 12th-gen Intel-powered options all being pretty great, more capable ARM-powered devices already in the mix with more on the way, it feels like there's a Chromebook out … [Read more...] about Why the ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5400 is now my everyday carry
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You can now share standard Youtube videos with Youtube Kids accounts at your discretion
I was watching Youtube this morning (yes, you should absolutely subscribe to Viva La Dirt League, they're hilarious) and I happened upon a new option on the share sheet on my Google Pixel 6 Pro running Android 12. You'll notice in the images below that a new "With kids" option now appears to the … [Read more...] about You can now share standard Youtube videos with Youtube Kids accounts at your discretion
Play your retro games collection right through the web browser with WebRCade
If you're anything like me, then you're obsessed with retro gaming and emulation. I love using my Chromebook, my Pixel Phone, and anything else I can get my hands on to play nostalgic titles from my youth and enjoy them in new and innovative ways. The scene for retro game emulation has also been … [Read more...] about Play your retro games collection right through the web browser with WebRCade
Google announces major improvements to Android Better Together at CES 2022
During the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show, Google announced some major improvements to its Better Together initiative for Android, Chrome OS, headphones, speakers, smart home devices, and more. As the number of connected devices in our houses and in our lives increases, the company has found that … [Read more...] about Google announces major improvements to Android Better Together at CES 2022
CU Rewind: Top 5 YouTube Videos of 2021
The time has finally arrived. The world has officially bid a not-so-fond farewell to the year that was 2021. We'll save the solemn reminiscing for another day because, despite the negative, there has been a lot to be thankful for this year. I recently shared the Top 10 articles of 2021 from Chrome … [Read more...] about CU Rewind: Top 5 YouTube Videos of 2021
[U: Claim] Stadia Pro subscribers get 5 games in January to start the new year off right
Anyone with a Stadia Pro subscription for January - whether it was gifted to them for the holidays or otherwise - will be able to add five games to their library for the new year. Adding five games instead of four or three at the start of the year means that Google can better onboard new players, … [Read more...] about [U: Claim] Stadia Pro subscribers get 5 games in January to start the new year off right
Some of Our Favorite Tech From $20 to $2,000
If you are looking for some awesome tech, you have come to the right place! Today we are going to be talking about some of our favorite tech gadgets that we have enjoyed using in the past year with prices ranging from $20 all the way up to $2000. Oh, and we’re talking about any and all tech, not … [Read more...] about Some of Our Favorite Tech From $20 to $2,000
Pixlr photo editing web app gains pen pressure, more exciting features for 2022
We're big fans of Pixlr Photo Editor here at Chrome Unboxed. On the web and for Chromebooks, it's one of the earliest and still one of the best Photoshop alternatives for creatives, especially if you have the One by Wacom graphics tablet that we reviewed earlier this year. Back in February, … [Read more...] about Pixlr photo editing web app gains pen pressure, more exciting features for 2022
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 review: my favorite Chrome OS tablet yet
Here's the thing: I've been pretty harsh on Chromebook tablets over the years. From the early attempts like Acer's Chromebook Tab 10 to the swing-and-a-miss that was the Pixel Slate to the latest HP Chromebook x2 11, I've not found a tablet running Chrome OS at this point that I've loved using. … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 review: my favorite Chrome OS tablet yet
Youtube’s “Listening controls” feature now available to give you that podcast feel
Youtube recently received a new "Podcast Lead" who has been tasked with cleaning up the experience for podcasting listening and watching on the platform. Kai Chuk, an individual with over 10 years of experience at Google, has been planning something big with his team since then, and with rumors of … [Read more...] about Youtube’s “Listening controls” feature now available to give you that podcast feel
Chrome OS is working on “snooping detection” to protect your screen and notifications
While Chromebooks with built-in privacy screens, like the HP Elite c1030's optional Sure View Reflect display are able to keep prying eyes from peeking at your screen or stealing your private data while you surf your device, there's still lots of room for development on software and hardware … [Read more...] about Chrome OS is working on “snooping detection” to protect your screen and notifications
Sparklite is an awesome roguelike indie RPG you can play on your Chromebook
It's not often I see Android games add popular mobile features that greatly improve the user experience for larger screen devices. It's even less often that I see indie devs do this! The features I'm referring to aren't particularly dependent upon the game's budget (aside from the labor hours needed … [Read more...] about Sparklite is an awesome roguelike indie RPG you can play on your Chromebook
