Of all detachable ChromeOS devices, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 is easily the best overall tablet experience we've ever had. While Google attempted the Chromebook tablet with the Pixel Slate a few years back, no one has quite hit the overall detachable sweet spot like Lenovo did with the Duet … [Read more...] about Our favorite Chromebook tablet is back on sale once again
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Goodbye Octane: Google finally kills off my favorite Chromebook benchmark tool
In preparation for a review we just filmed, I needed to run a few benchmarks to try and prove a point. These days, I rely far less on these types of tools and far more on what the actual end user experience feels like. After all, 10th-gen Intel-powered Chromebooks are still fast enough (especially … [Read more...] about Goodbye Octane: Google finally kills off my favorite Chromebook benchmark tool
If you are looking for a big screen Chromebook at a great price, this is the one
When we talk about Chromebook deals, there are usually two camps of people shopping: those looking for the absolute best value and those that are looking for a particular type of device at a discounted rate. This deal is more of the latter, though I'd argue that it is simply a great deal all … [Read more...] about If you are looking for a big screen Chromebook at a great price, this is the one
This convertible ASUS Chromebook for $299 is almost too good to be true
Continuing a summer of massive deals on Chromebooks, the new AMD-powered ASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip is back on sale once again for an unbelievable $200 off its $499 retail price. From my current experience with this device, what I can confidently tell you before we get our review out (coming soon) is … [Read more...] about This convertible ASUS Chromebook for $299 is almost too good to be true
How to send HD photos and videos in WhatsApp and why you would want to
WhatsApp - basically the standard messaging application for anyone living outside the US - is adding a pretty important upgrade to the photo and video experience for users. Replacing the average quality, highly-compressed images and video we're used to with WhatsApp, you'll now have the option to … [Read more...] about How to send HD photos and videos in WhatsApp and why you would want to
Google is set to increase the frequency of Chrome updates to bolster security
Nowadays, there's no escaping the constant threat of evolving digital security vulnerabilities. Any tech firm shipping and updating a web browser has to stay on their toes if they want to remain relevant. With more and more services and apps moving to the web, there are more reasons for web … [Read more...] about Google is set to increase the frequency of Chrome updates to bolster security
How Google is getting involved in Mongolia’s Vision 2050 with ChromeOS
As the world continues evolving around digitally-driven education and professional solutions , Mongolia has stepped forward with a vision that prepares its school-age children for the inevitable changes they'll see in their lifetimes. The Mongolian government's Vision 2050 is a commitment towards … [Read more...] about How Google is getting involved in Mongolia’s Vision 2050 with ChromeOS
Google is reportedly toying with the idea of making a folding Pixel Tablet
Here in 2023, it seems folding devices are having a bit of a moment. Recently, there's been a lot of buzz around Google's new Pixel Fold, Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 5, and the upcoming OnePlus Open that should arrive later in August. And it appears Google may just be getting started in this … [Read more...] about Google is reportedly toying with the idea of making a folding Pixel Tablet
Google Pixel Fold: My thoughts after actually using it [VIDEO]
There's no denying that the foldable phone form factor spices up the somewhat boring smartphone market. As with any new phone, there are usually awesome, new features and there are failures; and the Pixel Fold is no exception. After actually spending some time with it as my primary phone, I have … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Fold: My thoughts after actually using it [VIDEO]
Google is introducing AI-generated backgrounds for Meet calls
Thanks to the power of AI, Google is ready to radically change the way we think about adding virtual backgrounds to our video calls. First noticed via Google Workspace Labs (where Google tests new Workspace features before rolling them out to a wider user base) by Artem Russakovskii, Google is … [Read more...] about Google is introducing AI-generated backgrounds for Meet calls
T-Mobile finally unveils two massive deals to get you the Pixel Fold for $799
Well, we've been waiting for this deal to drop and it has been absolutely worth the wait. As the reigning king of trade-in offers on new phones, T-Mobile has shown up a bit late to the Pixel Fold party, but they've come bearing great gifts. And while I was wondering if any carrier would be able to … [Read more...] about T-Mobile finally unveils two massive deals to get you the Pixel Fold for $799
Act fast: the Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook has dropped to a ludicrous $169
There are Chromebook deals and then there are insane Chromebook deals. This one is the latter. Just last week, the brand-new Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook dropped to $189, making it a pretty easy recommendation to anyone looking for a sub-$200 Chromebook. Though we'd yet to get our hands on the new … [Read more...] about Act fast: the Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook has dropped to a ludicrous $169
