Later today, we will get our next look at Google's new streaming game platform Stadia. The latest "Connect" event is set to focus heavily on the games and we're taking a break from the Chrome OS grind to see what's new. Won't you join us? We'll be hanging out on Twitter and doing a little … [Read more...] about Join the Chrome Unboxed Stadia Connect watch party: Live @ 1 PM EDT
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What to expect from Stadia Connect this Monday at 1PM EST
We've been excited about the upcoming Stadia Connect since we caught wind of the event back in late July. Knowing that there was another Stadia Connect is only half the story, though, as what Google plans to actually reveal has been a bit of a mystery. Will we get a peek at the UI? Will we get … [Read more...] about What to expect from Stadia Connect this Monday at 1PM EST
Get yourself Stadia-ready with this Chromecast Ultra deal
If you had asked me a year ago whether you should upgrade to the 4K Chromecast Ultra, I would likely have told you to save your money. Unless you're a UHD videophile, it's likely that you don't consume a lot of media in the ultra-high-definition, 4K format. Fast forward to today and 4K … [Read more...] about Get yourself Stadia-ready with this Chromecast Ultra deal
Could Google’s Stadia chime the rebirth of the Chromebit?
Bear with me for a few moments as I let my theory materialize onto the page. In just a few months, Google will release Stadia to the world and potentially change the landscape of gaming as we know it. Among the many benefits of Google's streaming game service is the ability to play on a wide variety … [Read more...] about Could Google’s Stadia chime the rebirth of the Chromebit?
Google’s next Stadia Connect teased in ad, coming soon with more details
In a Reddit thread just a few days old, user sofaspy has posted a screenshot that showcases an ad that you may have begin seeing soon in your social media feeds if you've shown interest in the past, and the ad hints quite strongly that the next Stadia Connect could be soon: perhaps as soon as 3 … [Read more...] about Google’s next Stadia Connect teased in ad, coming soon with more details
At E3 2019, Google Stadia Performance Impresses
I've spent the past few days reading article after article and watching a handful of YouTube videos of Stadia running Doom Eternal in real time and, as I've posited in the past, come away feeling like Google is going to pull this whole game streaming idea off in a big way. … [Read more...] about At E3 2019, Google Stadia Performance Impresses
Why I Think Google Stadia Will Be The Real Deal
When it comes to gaming, Chromebooks are simply never in the conversation. Without an OS that is targeted for big title games and hardware that isn't built for high-end gaming, Chromebooks just aren't the choice for anyone if gaming is a big part of the reason for purchase. While Android gaming … [Read more...] about Why I Think Google Stadia Will Be The Real Deal
Google Stadia Details Coming This Week: Pricing, Games, Launch Date
It probably goes without saying that we here at Chrome Unboxed are genuinely pumped about Stadia - Google's cloud streaming game service coming later this year. Up to this point, details have been scant on pricing, available games, and a launch date, but it looks like all that is about to change on … [Read more...] about Google Stadia Details Coming This Week: Pricing, Games, Launch Date
