Android is gearing up for its October release of OS 12 complete with Material You. Over the past few weeks, it’s been rapidly rolling out new app designs and many of us are already enrolled in the Beta program and enjoying the last release before it goes public. A few issues with Google Pay and […]
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Chrome 94 rolling out now with Sharing Hub, HTTPS-First mode, ‘What’s New’ page, and more
With Chrome’s four-week update cycle, we are now seeing the release of version 94 roll out to the masses. This brings along several improvements such as the previously discussed New Tab Page modules, a dedicated ‘What’s New’ page that shows all of the latest browser updates, an HTTPS-first mode, and more. Let’s take a look […]
Continue ReadingHP Chromebook x2 11 review: tablet dreams, Chromebook realities [VIDEO]
I have to be honest right up front: I’m not really a tablet guy. I want to be – I promise – but when it comes down to it, a large-screened phone handles most of my gaming, reading and casual consumption stuff and when I need a bigger screen, I normally want a keyboard to […]
Continue ReadingCreate stop motion animation videos in the cloud with this new Chromebook Perk
Chromebooks are capable of anything the average user would want to do on a daily basis, but Google has continually refused to stop there. It’s gone well out of its way to display creative tools and resources one could use to perform a litany of advanced tasks and defy the normally accepted boundaries the naysayers […]
Continue Reading[Updated] Chrome OS for Kids – Here’s an early look at Google’s initiative for aspiring creators
Update: Fixed app links! There are already a billion ways in which kids and young adults can make use of Chromebooks for creativity, school, and even home life. Unfortunately, there hasn’t yet been a way to explore all of those ways to date, aside from maybe perusing the Family apps and games sections of the […]
Continue ReadingHere’s how the new Chromebook Productivity Launcher cuts out unnecessary speed pitfalls
The new Chromebook Productivity Launcher that’s inbound for users can be tested right now in Chrome OS Canary, and as of yesterday, more of us in the office are able to use it in full. Prior to the latest update, everything worked perfectly with Google’s new pint-sized launcher aside from one thing – folders simply […]
Continue ReadingApple’s jab at Chromebooks in their iPad keynote is misleading and a little flattering
As a general rule, Apple doesn’t mention the competition very often. In fact, even when comparing their processor speed or camera improvements in the past, the company generally just compares their latest hardware to the past generations of their own stuff. And they do this for a very good reason. Instead of giving you any […]
Continue ReadingGoogle continues upending the phone launch playbook with new Pixel 6 teaser
Usually, this time of year we’re talking about Google and their inability to keep the lid on whatever hardware they are preparing to launch. Remember the Pixel 3? The Pixel 4? How about the Pixelbook, Pixel Slate and Pixelbook Go? All of them leaked, all out there for everyone to see before Google could actually […]
Continue ReadingAmazon Luna gains Chromebook support, Couch mode, inexpensive Family channel
While we don’t really cover Amazon Luna too much on Chrome Unboxed, it’s primarily because most of us here use other services like Stadia, GeForce Now, and Steam Link. I did try out Luna back when it first launched, and I wasn’t too impressed. Perhaps it’s time I give it another chance since it’s now […]
Continue ReadingHow to move your Chromebook to the Canary Channel and how to get out
I’m going to be honest: we’ve put this post off for a very long time. You see, there are certain folks who will undoubtedly get upset when I publish this information because by sharing it, I come across as flippant about the greater Chrome OS community and the issues and trials the Canary Channel (and […]
Continue ReadingSome thoughts on Cursive – Google’s new handwriting app for Chromebooks [VIDEO]
Along with the launch of the HP Chromebook x2 11, two interesting new apps came into the Chrome OS ecosystem: HP QuickDrop and Google’s new Cursive app. We were able to get QuickDrop up and running right away and in all our initial testing, the service works impressively well. I’ve actually used it a few […]
Continue ReadingPeople are using the most ridiculous devices to play Stadia games, and it’s glorious
Google Stadia truly is the game console you can play anywhere. If anyone can prove something, it’s the wonderful and sometimes ridiculously resourceful community over at Reddit, and they’ve been on a journey to play Google’s gaming platform on some of the most ridiculous and unexpected pieces of hardware. Today, I wanted to honor some […]
Continue ReadingGoogle acquires Playspace in hopes of making your Workspace more fun and interactive
Playspace is an incredibly innovative digital whiteboarding web software that segments users out into ‘Rooms’ where they can collaborate with one another with advanced tools. It seamlessly integrates into Google Calendar and has worked well for Workspace in the past. Now, Playspace is being bought by Google, and the company has put out a statement […]
Continue ReadingHP Chromebook x2 11 unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
As we come into the second half of 2021, there are a lot of new Chromebooks here and on the way. It feels like every time we turn around there’s a new package arriving in the office that begs for attention. We’re getting to them one by one – don’t you worry – but there […]
Continue ReadingASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3 unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
It’s been a bit of a wait, but we finally have ASUS’ new tablet here in the office. Since it’s been around for quite some time, there’s little surprise, here. This is a 10.5-inch tablet/detachable Chromebook that offers a similar array of hardware that we’ve had in this space since early 2020 in the Lenovo […]
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