Yesterday, we saw the wide roll-out of ChromeOS 128, but we didn't have the official release notes handy. Thankfully, late yesterday those were added to both the Chromebook Help Forums and to ChromeOS.dev. So, in a nutshell, here's all the ChromeOS team is announcing with this latest … [Read more...] about All the new changes listed in the ChromeOS 128 release notes
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The Google TV Streamer’s smart home feature could be a game-changer
Google has a knack for baking in just enough tempting features to make their new hardware enticing and the newly announced Google TV Streamer looks to be no different. While it's pricier than the Chromecast devices that came before it, there is one feature that might make all the difference: the new … [Read more...] about The Google TV Streamer’s smart home feature could be a game-changer
The new Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is $100 off right now
The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE - the iterative sequel to one of my favorite Chromebooks of all time - has been available for a few months now, but rarely on sale. Today, however, it is a full $100 off, and for just $549, you get a lot of fantastic stuff in this big Chromebook. Right up front, … [Read more...] about The new Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is $100 off right now
The ASUS Chromebook CM14 returns to its ridiculous $139 price
It's been a few months back, but once before, the ASUS Chromebook CM14 hit an all-time low of $139. For those who might've missed it, the CM14 is a solid little Chromebook that typically retails for $299 and is powered by a MediaTek Kompanio 520. It's not topping any overall speed charts, but it … [Read more...] about The ASUS Chromebook CM14 returns to its ridiculous $139 price
Unsurprisingly, the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook looks to be discontinued
It's a bit of a sad day for us here at Chrome Unboxed. The HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, a device we lauded as the "King of Chromebooks" in our review, has quietly disappeared from HP's lineup. And it's not just out of stock; according to a 9to5 Google reader who contacted HP directly, it's been … [Read more...] about Unsurprisingly, the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook looks to be discontinued
Why I’m looking very forward to the Pixel Buds Pro 2
We're about a month out from the arrival of Google's latest earbuds, and I'm cautiously optimistic about them. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 look to be the sort of iterative device I tend to really enjoy. They aren't out to reinvent the wheel or wildly change Google's approach to earbuds. Instead, they are a … [Read more...] about Why I’m looking very forward to the Pixel Buds Pro 2
Lexar’s “iPhone” SSD is crushing it on Kickstarter and it works on Android too
Lexar recently launched a Kickstarter for a brand-new portable SSD system targeted toward smartphone content creators, and it had blown past its $10,000 target goal and is currently sitting at a whopping $835,000. It's safe to say this thing is generating some serious buzz and Android users should … [Read more...] about Lexar’s “iPhone” SSD is crushing it on Kickstarter and it works on Android too
Pixel Tablet one year later review: What it’s like actually using it
The Pixel Tablet has been out for a little over a year now and I’ve been using it more and more lately. This Google-made Android tablet/smart home display definitely had a bit of a lackluster debut but it's now a device that I pick up a lot so let’s talk through how I’ve been using the Pixel Tablet … [Read more...] about Pixel Tablet one year later review: What it’s like actually using it
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 with 8GB RAM is just $299.99
With all the swirling going on around the new, updated Lenovo Chromebook Duet on the way, you'd be forgiven for passing by this deal without the proper context. After all, the new version should be an improvement on the current generation, right? And if it's already showing up in the ChromeOS … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 with 8GB RAM is just $299.99
Nest Audio for just $50 is a steal with the Assistant upgrade on the way
The Google Nest Audio might have been around since 2020, but let me tell you, it's still the best sounding option in Google's smart home speaker lineup that you can buy right now (RIP Max). And although the Google Assistant has been lacking for a while now, an upgraded Google assistant with Gemini … [Read more...] about Nest Audio for just $50 is a steal with the Assistant upgrade on the way
Google’s new $280 4th-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat is now available
It's been nearly a decade since Google last graced us with an update to its flagship smart thermostat, but the wait is finally over! The fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat is now available for order! This revamped smart thermostat brings a sleek, modern design and a host of new features to … [Read more...] about Google’s new $280 4th-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat is now available
Pixel 9’s new Dual Exposure video is a simple game-changer
So, yesterday was the day that all the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL videos hit the web; and I was a tad nervous. Having penned my initial post-embargo article fawning over how much I'm loving the Pixel 9 Pro XL, I was a bit concerned that I'd have a bit of egg on my face with other, more … [Read more...] about Pixel 9’s new Dual Exposure video is a simple game-changer
