Remember when Google promised us an AI revolution? Well, hold onto your hats, because Gemini 2.0 just landed, and it's bringing a whole new level of "wow" to the table. This isn't just about asking your AI assistant to set a timer anymore – we're talking about AI that can reason, plan, and even … [Read more...] about Gemini 2.0 is here and is a true generational leap forward in AI
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Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 deals: know the differences and save money
For the past few years, the Acer Chromebook Spin 714 series has been a pillar of quality. Since the 16:10 14-inch devices took over for the beloved 3:2 Spin 713 series, many of those that have purchased Acer's top-end Chromebooks have come away very satisfied with the overall usability, quality, … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 deals: know the differences and save money
Say hello to Android XR: a new Gemini-focused OS for glasses and headsets
Remember back when Android was just for phones? That's definitely not the case any longer. Over the years, we've seen it expand to tablets, watches, TVs, vehicles, potentially Chromebooks; and now, Google is taking Android to a whole new dimension: extended reality (XR). In a world increasingly … [Read more...] about Say hello to Android XR: a new Gemini-focused OS for glasses and headsets
Get this excellent Chromebook with 512GB of storage for $325
While not the overall best Chromebook of the year, the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 definitely goes down as one of the most surprising to me. If you recall, we had a prior Acer Chromebook Plus 514 with AMD processors inside at the end of 2023, so when another Chromebook Plus 514 arrived with some small … [Read more...] about Get this excellent Chromebook with 512GB of storage for $325
The December Pixel Drop is here with a host of updates
Google's December Pixel Feature Drop is upon us, and it's brimming with enhancements designed to make your Pixel experience even more intelligent and intuitive. This update goes beyond simple tweaks, offering substantial upgrades to Gemini AI, camera capabilities, and security measures. Let's break … [Read more...] about The December Pixel Drop is here with a host of updates
Galaxy Chromebook Plus: behind the scenes with Samsung’s Rafael de Ory [VIDEO]
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus has been with us for a couple months at this point, and without doubt, it is the device I default to on a daily basis when I'm not reviewing something else. The absurd lightweight build, the screen, the keyboard, trackpad and performance all make it a Chromebook I … [Read more...] about Galaxy Chromebook Plus: behind the scenes with Samsung’s Rafael de Ory [VIDEO]
Save $141 on the new Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
I've tried a lot of earbuds since the early days of truly wireless earbuds. From the original Airpods to the original Pixel Buds to the Wyze Buds Pro to the recent AirPods 4 ANC and Pixel Buds Pro 2, I've tried out a ton of different earbuds with tons of different features. At the end of the … [Read more...] about Save $141 on the new Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Don’t miss your chance to win a brand-new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11″
What's better than a great deal on a new Chromebook? How about a free Chromebook? That's right, we're giving away a brand-new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11" to one lucky winner as part of the recent interview we did with MediaTek's Victor Tyan. And we're talking about the fully loaded model, too, with … [Read more...] about Don’t miss your chance to win a brand-new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11″
The new 8GB Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11″ drops to its lowest-ever price
Deals on deals on deals today, right? We all know that's what Black Friday is all about, and I'm sincerely hoping this particular deal holds on through Cyber Monday as well, because it's a great one! Right now, the highest-end version of the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11" with 8GB of RAM, 128GB … [Read more...] about The new 8GB Lenovo Chromebook Duet 11″ drops to its lowest-ever price
Get the awesome Nest Audio smart speaker for under $50: no BOGO required
I think we can all agree that Google's smart speaker lineup could use a refresh. It's been a while since we've seen any significant updates, and with all the focus on Gemini lately, it feels like the Nest Audio has been left behind as we wait for Google Assistant to get the promised Gemini … [Read more...] about Get the awesome Nest Audio smart speaker for under $50: no BOGO required
Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus drops to an insane $249!
Remember that Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus I've raved about since its introduction back at the original Chromebook Plus event a little over a year ago? If not, we're going to go over it quickly in this post, but it's the one with the killer build quality and surprisingly good screen that marked … [Read more...] about Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus drops to an insane $249!
Best Chromebooks of 2024 [VIDEO]
It's that time of year again where we look at the growing, evolving Chromebook landscape and pick what we feel are the best devices out there for you to consider buying for yourself or a loved one. We're not messing with categories or any sort of grouping this time around; I simply want to give you … [Read more...] about Best Chromebooks of 2024 [VIDEO]
