The Next@Acer event has wrapped up and we now have a total of 4 new Chromebooks headed to store shelves in the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 (see our initial impressions here), Chromebook 514, Chromebook 314, and the giant, 17.3-inch Chromebook 317. While there was no in-person event this year (for … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 317: hands-on with the world’s first 17-inch Chromebook [VIDEO]
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Play Pass adds 21 new games and gives an update on its success at Google I/O
Google I/O is now over, and there was a ton of gaming news crammed into the three-day event. We've already covered much of it, but I wanted to take a look back on something that was discussed which I didn't have time to report on until now. During the 'What's New with Google Play' session, Google's … [Read more...] about Play Pass adds 21 new games and gives an update on its success at Google I/O
Google’s new Material You design language is coming to Chromebooks, too
While the Google I/O Keynote was chock full of new services, AI progress, and and amazing tech like LaMDA that allows for conversations with Pluto, there were hidden nuggets in there for Chromebook users if you were paying attention for the full 2 hours. One of the biggest consumer-facing sections … [Read more...] about Google’s new Material You design language is coming to Chromebooks, too
Android 12 leaks out and shows off a huge visual overhaul
Yes, Google I/O 2021 kicks off tomorrow and, yes, we're all very excited to see what comes of the yearly event. However, if there's ever a chance to see some stuff that will be debuted there a bit early, that's still fun, right? Well, that's the case with Android 12 just as it was with Pixel 6 and … [Read more...] about Android 12 leaks out and shows off a huge visual overhaul
ASUS Chromebook CX5 Review: Intel Tiger Lake Speed Demon [VIDEO]
We’ve been anxiously awaiting the arrival of the first of many Intel Tiger Lake Chromebooks to ship in 2021 and I can tell you right off the bat that the device we’re looking at today - the ASUS Chromebook CX5 - does not disappoint when it comes to raw performance. Is that giving away too much … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook CX5 Review: Intel Tiger Lake Speed Demon [VIDEO]
Another MediaTek MT8192 Chromebook is on the way with ‘Goroh’
Slowly and methodically, we're beginning to see the addition of the next generation of MediaTek-powered Chromebooks in the Chromium repositories. It all started with 'Asurada' and our initial tracking of the MT8192 chip. Not too long ago, MediaTek made this chip official and also announced the … [Read more...] about Another MediaTek MT8192 Chromebook is on the way with ‘Goroh’
The Chrome Cast 111: Tiger Lake speed, Google I/O sessions, and Q1 Chromebook sales skyrocket
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the show by talking a bit in depth about the new ASUS Chromebook CX5 and, more importantly, about the difference Tiger Lake Intel processors are poised to make in the Chromebook market. This device is not only attractive and well-made, it is by far the fastest … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 111: Tiger Lake speed, Google I/O sessions, and Q1 Chromebook sales skyrocket
Fuchsia spotted running on Google Home Hub via Bluetooth qualification listing
Well, this is an interesting development - Google's 'secret operating system' that's not exactly a secret has appeared as the OS installed on a Google Home Hub via a qualification listing on Bluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group) first spotted by Kyle Bradshaw of 9to5Google. Though it was opened up … [Read more...] about Fuchsia spotted running on Google Home Hub via Bluetooth qualification listing
Five Google Cast innovations that don’t yet exist but should
Google Cast has been life-changing for me. Not in any significant way, but the ability to send audio and video across my home and to different devices conditionally has certainly been transformative to my quality of life, and I'm sure I'm not alone in feeling that way. However, despite being … [Read more...] about Five Google Cast innovations that don’t yet exist but should
Nest Hub 2 Review: Worth the upgrade? [Video]
This is the all-new second-generation Nest Hub from Google and while it may not look that different from the original Google smart display, there’s more here than meets the eye. Apart from the significantly cheaper debut price, the 2nd gen Nest Hub offers up some very useful features that might make … [Read more...] about Nest Hub 2 Review: Worth the upgrade? [Video]
Virtual Desks on a Chromebook feel incomplete without this one important feature
I've raved quite a bit about the Virtual Desks feature on Chromebooks. I use them every day and even gave you my tips and tricks for the best way to set them up and name them. However, after spending more time with them, I came to a sad realization - they're useless if I need to reach up to the top … [Read more...] about Virtual Desks on a Chromebook feel incomplete without this one important feature
On The Run To 200K: Another Big Giveaway [VIDEO]
A little over a year ago we ran the biggest giveaway we’ve ever had here at Chrome Unboxed to begin celebrating The Run to 100K subscribers over on our YouTube Channel For us, that was a huge milestone and an absolute blast to put together, so as we’ve come closer and closer to 200,000 … [Read more...] about On The Run To 200K: Another Big Giveaway [VIDEO]
