It’s an exciting time of the year for tech enthusiasts and Google fans. With the Made by Google event right around the corner, Google is gearing up to unveil a new lineup of Pixel products, including Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2. Most of the details on these products have already leaked, […]
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The Acer Chromebook Vero 514 drops to $350 and will get the Chromebook Plus upgrade
Acer’s excellent, environmentally-friendly Chromebook Vero 514 has been a great device since it launched. With a clear leaning toward sustainability and a unique, considered build quality, the Vero 514 has been one of the more distinct Chromebooks ever built. From the recycled plastics to the engraved logos to the bright yellow accents, the Acer Chromebook […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 241: Chromebook Plus sets the new standard for Chromebooks
This week on The Chrome Cast, we are clearly talking about the biggest news to hit our corner of the internet in a very long time – perhaps ever. Google has unveiled Chromebook Plus, and it marks a very specific move towards a more cohesive, more-enjoyable Chromebook experience for consumers across the board. With a […]
Continue ReadingIntroducing Chromebook Plus: the new standard for fast, capable, fun-to-use devices [VIDEO]
Let’s face it: more and more Chromebooks are arriving every day, and finding the perfect device that will balance performance and affordability can be tough. Back when there were only a couple new Chromebooks introduced each year, it was far less difficult to sort the more-capable devices from the rest of the pack. These days, […]
Continue ReadingWhy the new $159 Fitbit Charge 6 might be my next smartwatch
Google has just unveiled the Fitbit Charge 6 – the latest in a long line of Fitbit fitness trackers that looks to bring a bit more smarts to Fitbit’s most popular wearable. This latest iteration not only emphasizes accurate heart rate tracking but introduces new abilities with the integration of first-party apps like YouTube Music […]
Continue ReadingGoogle is shutting down Jamboard, recommends you find a different whiteboarding solution
Google has officially announced the shutdown of its collaborative whiteboarding service Jamboard. According to the Workspace Updates blog post they put out today, this will finalize by the end of next year, 2024. The company states it’s integrating competitors like FigJam, Lucidspark and Miro across Workspace as solutions so you can keep whiteboarding with others. […]
Continue ReadingThe excellent ASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip is once again available for just $279
Since this device’s introduction, it has been on sale on a very regular basis. I’d go as far as saying the ASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip has been discounted for more days than it’s been available at MSRP by this point, and while Chromebooks go on sale a lot, this one simply seems to linger at […]
Continue ReadingLenovo Chromebook Slim 3i: is this ‘Chromebook Plus’? [VIDEO]
For a few unrelated reasons, we’ve found ourselves with the recently-discovered Lenovo Chromebook Slim 3i in the office. And while my normal course of action with a new device is to go through the standard unboxing process, I was a bit under the impressions that the device I possesed was little more than a slight […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 240: ChromeOS 117 rolls out with sweet new features
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin the show by discussing the fresh, new roll-out of ChromeOS 117 to a handful of devices. This update comes with some sweet, new features like Material You design throughout and a new ability to select wallpapers from shared Google Photos albums. It’s a nice upgrade, for sure, […]
Continue ReadingOne of the best new Chromebooks of 2023 is only $269 right now
If you’ve been on the lookout for a budget-friendly, speedy Chromebook without too many caveats, your search might be over. The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i, originally priced at $349, is now available for just $269 at Best Buy right now, and at that sort of price, this device is an absolute steal that redefines […]
Continue ReadingASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip review: budget-friendly workhorse [VIDEO]
More than ever, the Chromebook market is overflowing with options – from convertibles to tablets to gaming Chromebooks, it can be tough to sort out one Chromebook from the next. And for devices like the Asus Chromebook CM34 Flip, I’d say the ability to stand out in the crowd is even more difficult. It’s a […]
Continue ReadingThis wild, new feature coming to Chromebooks takes window-splitting to the next level
For as long as I can remember, Chromebooks have had window-split features of some sort. They started out simple, but the simple act of dragging a window to one side of the display and having it auto-split to half of the screen has been part of the ChromeOS experience for a very long time. Early […]
Continue ReadingAcer Chromebook Vero 514 deal: powerful, eco-friendly and $150 off
When we hear terms like eco-friendly, sustainable, or green, it’s easy to dismiss them as mere marketing jargon. But every so often, a product comes along that not only delivers on these labels but also packs an exceptional user experience. Acer’s Chromebook Vero is one of those devices, and there’s no doubting that they have […]
Continue ReadingThe Chrome Cast 239: Google extends Chromebook end of life by 2 years
This week on The Chrome Cast, we obviously talk at length about the biggest news of the week in the Chromebook and ChromeOS sphere: Google extending the AUE on Chromebooks by 2 full years. With this move, we now get two extra years of support on all current Chromebooks and a full 10 years of […]
Continue ReadingMonster Hunter NOW is NOW available, and you should go play it right NOW
When Pokémon GO released everyone went to GO play the now wildly popular game by Niantic and The Pokémon company. It did something miraculous – it actually got families and individuals alike off of their couch and out into the real world. Now, after a few flops, Niantic has released Monster Hunter NOW, based on […]
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