Just yesterday, NVIDIA made GeForce NOW support for Chromebooks an official thing and we're still testing things out to get our heads around all the awesomeness that is playing AAA titles we already own seamlessly on a Chromebook with crowds of other players you expect to see online. Was that a … [Read more...] about First Look: NVIDIA GeForce NOW on a Chromebook runs like a dream
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Act fast, the $249 Lenovo Chromebook Duet is back and ready to ship
It's no secret that finding a good Chromebook at a fair price is growing exceeding more difficult and many students are gearing up for remote learning or the return to the classroom. As a matter of fact, Google recently reported that Chromebook sales were up 127%(YoY) for the period of March to … [Read more...] about Act fast, the $249 Lenovo Chromebook Duet is back and ready to ship
This handy trick helps you multitask better on a Chromebook in tablet mode
The other night I was doing a bit of couch-based web browsing on the Acer Chromebook Spin 713. Flipped back into presentation mode (lid open around 270 degrees) and on my lap, the 13.5-inch touchscreen does a fantastic job of being a massive canvas for web content and Chrome OS with this much … [Read more...] about This handy trick helps you multitask better on a Chromebook in tablet mode
Samsung Chromebook 4+ unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
The Samsung Chromebook 4 and 4+ came out some time ago, announced all the way back in October of last year. The pair was never really on our radar as their internals were simply too mundane at too high a price to ever consider or recommend. For low-end Chromebooks, there have been far too many … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook 4+ unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
‘Cast Connect’ will fundamentally improve the Chromecast and Android TV experience
For many years now, Chromecast has exsited as a simple, seamless way to get audio and video from a small-screen device up onto a larger screen. The basic premise is simple enough for many, but it leaves a few nagging issues for the end user to figure out on their own. With Chromecast as-is, you … [Read more...] about ‘Cast Connect’ will fundamentally improve the Chromecast and Android TV experience
A quick look at Chrome’s upcoming tab search feature [VIDEO]
One thing I've learned about Chrome users across the board is that most of you all love - LOVE - to leave tabs open. Whether it is a laissez-faire-like approach to leaving email inboxes with thousands of unopened messages lying dormant or simply just an intense focus on the here and now that leads … [Read more...] about A quick look at Chrome’s upcoming tab search feature [VIDEO]
Why the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is my new everyday carry [VIDEO]
Here at Chrome Unboxed, we spend a ton of time unboxing and reviewing Chromebooks. It's in our name, after all, and impressions on all the latest hardware in the Chromebook ecosystem will always be central to our purpose as a tech blog, YouTube channel, and Podcast. Though I spend a great deal of … [Read more...] about Why the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is my new everyday carry [VIDEO]
HP Pro C640 Chromebook unboxing and initial impressions
Without warning, the HP Pro C640 Chromebook Enterprise landed in the office and we've decided to go in for a true first impressions unboxing. We first heard about this device in early May of 2020 and as it is a Chromebook clearly meant for enterprise-level deployment, we made our posts about it and … [Read more...] about HP Pro C640 Chromebook unboxing and initial impressions
Chrome OS 84’s overview mode overhaul is by far my favorite new feature [VIDEO]
Chrome OS 84 launched last week and came packed with way more features than we were expecting. With a handful of things we were expecting to ship with Chrome OS 85 showing up in 84, we've all been quite pleased with the new stuff available to try out and tinker with in this latest update. By far, … [Read more...] about Chrome OS 84’s overview mode overhaul is by far my favorite new feature [VIDEO]
HP Chromebook x360 14c review: a solid upgrade
The HP Chromebook x360 14c is a solid offering from HP that takes the formula from its 18-month-old predecessor and improves on it in nearly every way. Just like that earlier iteration of the x360 14, this latest version delivers a great overall Chromebook experience and does so while getting … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook x360 14c review: a solid upgrade
Yes, AirPods Pro work very well with a Chromebook
Since we put out our video not too long ago where I admitted to finally breaking down and buying a set of AirPods Pro, I've had quite a few questions in regards to using these wireless earbuds with a Chromebook. As many of you already know, I don't own a whole lot of Apple hardware. I have an iPad … [Read more...] about Yes, AirPods Pro work very well with a Chromebook
Back to School: 3 Chromebooks to buy, 3 purchasing tips, 1 giveaway
It's that time of year again and whether you have a student returning to a brick and mortar building or staying home for school, the emails and queries on social media have been flooding in that all pose the same question: what Chromebook should I buy for my child that is going Back to School? We … [Read more...] about Back to School: 3 Chromebooks to buy, 3 purchasing tips, 1 giveaway
