And the leaks just keep coming. We now have a full-blown video from Reddit featuring the fluid and fast UI of the new Chromecast with Google TV. Jumping through the interface, it is quite clear that this little dongle isn't going to be stuck with slow speeds or laggy UI. Instead, moving through … [Read more...] about Here’s the new Chromecast with Google TV in action
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As expected, HP debuts 10th Gen Comet Lake Chromeboxes with dual 4K support
HP dropped some exciting news today with the release of the first-ever AMD Ryzen-powered Chromebooks but that wasn't the only Chrome OS news to come from PC giant. As we expected based on a spec sheet that was leaked a bit early, HP has officially announced the industry's first Chromebox mini PC … [Read more...] about As expected, HP debuts 10th Gen Comet Lake Chromeboxes with dual 4K support
Chromebook Gaming usage explodes as Google paves the way with new certified gamepads and more
"Chromebook" and "Gaming" in the same sentence? Not long ago, the idea of gaming on a Chromebook seemed like a completely foreign concept. Their approach to computing began as a way to simplify a user's access to and consumption of content. Because of this, they weren't really built with gaming … [Read more...] about Chromebook Gaming usage explodes as Google paves the way with new certified gamepads and more
Gaming on Chromebooks grows by 3X and Google is shining a big spotlight on it
Chromebooks and gaming weren't two words you used to be able to put into a single sentence with a straight face. Apart from a few less-than-stellar web games, Chromebooks just didn't have the ability to deliver any real sort of gaming experience until Android apps showed up. Even then, the … [Read more...] about Gaming on Chromebooks grows by 3X and Google is shining a big spotlight on it
Google’s hardware event goes virtual on September 30th: new Chromecast with Google TV and more
About this time of year for the past 3 years running, we've checked our email inboxes daily in anticipation of an invite from Google to the big, yearly hardware event from the search giant. When this invite came each year, there have been multiple reasons for excitement: new phones, new Google Home … [Read more...] about Google’s hardware event goes virtual on September 30th: new Chromecast with Google TV and more
Grab this Chromebox bundle for only $200 before they’re gone
Are you still hunting for a Chrome OS device for school or work? Today is your lucky day. If you just need a simple desktop setup for meetings, online classes or simply just to have a desktop device, you can pick up the Acer Chromebox CXI3 with a mouse and keyboard for only $199.99 on Amazon. While … [Read more...] about Grab this Chromebox bundle for only $200 before they’re gone
Google’s new Chromecast has a new name and a solidified low price
It can't be long now. Just a couple weeks ago, we reported on a couple sightings of Google's new smart TV dongle (is it a Chromecast, Android TV, Nest?) in a couple retailers and the price was a tad bit of a shock to me. For a piece of tech that looks ready to deliver the tried-and-true Chromecast … [Read more...] about Google’s new Chromecast has a new name and a solidified low price
Leaked: Google’s new Chromecast/Android TV device priced to sell very well
We've been talking for months about 'Sabrina' - Google's upcoming Chromecast/Android TV dongle - and how this new take on a streaming device from Google will bring together the companies two differing takes on the smart TV market. With the flexibility of Chromecast from both a use case and hardware … [Read more...] about Leaked: Google’s new Chromecast/Android TV device priced to sell very well
Why GeForce NOW as a Chromebook exclusive on the web is a big deal
When GeForce NOW became available on Chrome OS just over a week ago, I honestly thought it was as simple as NVIDIA deciding to launch a web-based player similar to Stadia's version of the same thing. After all, Stadia's been at it for a solid 9 months at this point, so NVIDIA likely learned a thing … [Read more...] about Why GeForce NOW as a Chromebook exclusive on the web is a big deal
Deal Alert: Grab this 15.6″ FHD Acer Chromebook and save $100
If you're like countless consumers, you are likely quite aware that there is a severe shortage of Chromebooks and other PCs. Due to explosive demand and massive delays in production, late model Chromebooks are all but impossible to find and if you do luck out and find one, you will probably pay an … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Grab this 15.6″ FHD Acer Chromebook and save $100
The Chrome Cast 75: GeForce NOW is just impressive on Chromebooks
This week on The Chrome Cast, our conversation is quite a bit more nuanced than the title says, but the number of things we discussed simply can't be conveyed in a few words. The first half centers around Google's changes to Meet, their cooperation with Zoom, and the improved focus across the board … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 75: GeForce NOW is just impressive on Chromebooks
Why you should probably ignore NVIDIA GeForce NOW Chromebook hardware requirements
GeForce NOW is officially available on Chromebooks as of this week, and if you can't tell, we've been extremely impressed by the performance thus far. For many Chromebook users, GeForce NOW presents a better version of what Stadia promises: solid streaming games, a vast library (including many … [Read more...] about Why you should probably ignore NVIDIA GeForce NOW Chromebook hardware requirements
