Yesterday, Apple introduced the world to the new AirPods 4 with ANC. After spending some time yesterday and this morning looking for reactions from those actually at the event, I've come away really, really wanting to try these earbuds out for myself. In 9 days I can go and get some, and that … [Read more...] about With Apple’s new $179 ANC AirPods 4, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 need to be really good
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Google Chrome is getting even more productive tab group features
There's no reason to deny it: we're all guilty of having too many tabs open at least some of the time. Over the years, Google has been working to address this problem in Chrome, and some of the updates that will be rolling out soon should help all those that find themselves buried in a mountain of … [Read more...] about Google Chrome is getting even more productive tab group features
Qualcomm teases Google and Samsung augmented reality project that’s not a headset
It looks like the Samsung and Google partnership we've been hearing whispers about may not be delivering the mixed reality headset we initially anticipated. Instead, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said in a recent interview with CNBC that the three companies are actually brewing up a pair of mixed … [Read more...] about Qualcomm teases Google and Samsung augmented reality project that’s not a headset
Running ChromeOS Flex on all sorts of odd, old, and new hardware [VIDEO]
ChromeOS Flex - the version of ChromeOS that can run on all sorts of old or new laptops - is a wildly useful, incredibly flexible OS that serves all sorts of purposes from reviving old hardware to saving huge companies from massive ransomware attacks. And though we talked about quite a bit around … [Read more...] about Running ChromeOS Flex on all sorts of odd, old, and new hardware [VIDEO]
All the ways the new split-screen mode in ChromeOS 128 is awesome
I'll be honest, I had no idea the ChromeOS 128 update was going to be this fun! In addition to the new features announced officially from Google's own channels, I've already stumbled across a couple new discoveries on my own. One of those - the new split screen feature - just keeps getting better … [Read more...] about All the ways the new split-screen mode in ChromeOS 128 is awesome
All the new changes listed in the ChromeOS 128 release notes
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
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
