Just a couple of days behind schedule, version 83 of Chrome OS has started to roll out to users on the Stable channel. Since Chrome OS 82 was skipped entirely, this update was shuffled around a bit and because of the gap in releases, 83 contains a stockpile of updates and new features. We’ll be […]
Continue ReadingUncategorized
Proof that a Core i5 Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook is coming with 8GB of RAM
This week has been full of news surrounding the release and availability of the upcoming Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook. From the Core i3 model actually going up for sale to Canadian availability to our podcast conversation being primarily about Lenovo’s current hardware position in the Chromebook market, the Flex 5 has simply dominated our attention […]
Continue ReadingUpcoming Chrome collapsing tab groups will take your tab management to the next level
We’ve known that tab groups are headed to their official unveiling in Chrome 83, but that hasn’t stopped users from jumping in on the action right now in Chrome 81. The new, highly-anticipated new feature has been around, hiding in plain sight behind a simple flag for quite some time now. Gabriel wrote about this […]
Continue ReadingCome watch the latest Stadia Connect with us today at 12PM EST
Google’s Stadia gaming platform has now been with us for a little over 5 months at this point, and it has gone from a brand-new, some-times flaky service to a leader in the game streaming space. While there are still some holes in the gaming line up at this point, the library is growing, the […]
Continue ReadingI just played 3 flawless rounds of Fortnite on my Chromebook with the GeForce NOW Android App
A few months back when NVidia took the wraps off of GeForce NOW and offered it to the public, I signed up immediately. I’ve had the Shield TV for a long time and have always been impressed by the streaming game quality available through the Android TV app. As a matter of fact, that service […]
Continue ReadingASUS Chromebook Flip C436 Core i3 & i5 models both officially available
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook was officially released to consumers today but that’s not the only Project Athena laptop to hit the shelves this week. After multiple “accidental” listings on Amazon, the ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 has officially arrived. This time, you can find the $999 Core i5 model at Amazon as well as ASUS direct. […]
Continue ReadingCompanies offering free resources for homebound students and telecommuters
For millions of Americans, day-to-day life just took a U-turn and landed many in situations that no one could have expected, let alone prepared for. I’ll leave the political and medical rigamarole to other websites authors and instead, focus on make lemonade out of lemons. With countless kids now essentially telecommuting for school and us […]
Continue ReadingNew certifications means Google’s Pixel Buds must be getting close to release
Not too long ago, Google’s upcoming Pixel Buds passed through the Bluetooth SIG as expected. The SIG (special interest group) is the standards group that oversees the development of Bluetooth standards and the licensing of the Bluetooth technologies and trademarks to manufacturers. Products that have Bluetooth in them for any reason pass through this group on […]
Continue ReadingGoogle drops MSRP of the Pixel Slate and throws in the Pen and keyboard
Not once have I ever stated that the Pixel Slate was a bad device. As a matter of fact, it is an amazing and inspiring piece of hardware that is capable of running Chrome OS as well as just about any Chromebook. Our biggest gripe about Google’s tablet-first Chromebook has always been the price. Yes, […]
Continue ReadingChrome 80 takes a massive bite out of Cybercrime marketplace
If you have had online credentials stolen, had your personal information compromised in a data breach or simply just like to see the bad guys get their comeuppance, now is a good time to make sure your Chrome browser is up-to-date. In all honesty, it’s a good idea to keep Chrome updated but the recent […]
Continue ReadingDeals of the Day: 2 for 1 Nest Hubs and a portable Cast-enabled speaker for $35
It’s Presidents’ Day and to those chosen ones who lucked out and got the day off, I hope you make the most of the holiday. If shopping some sales is on your to-do list today, Best Buy has a couple of smart home offers you may want to check out. Both of these offers are […]
Continue ReadingLast-minute Valentine’s Day ideas from Lenovo for the techie you love
The big day is almost here! That’s right, Valentine’s Day is this Friday and the time to grab a great gift for the guy or gal in your life will soon be gone as this most romantic of holidays sneaks up behind you and sucker punches you right in the neck. (For you who forgot […]
Continue ReadingGoogle Duo gets down to business with picture-in-picture coming to the web
When Google first debuted its now-defunct messaging app Allo on the heels of Duo video messaging, I honestly thought that the latter would be the one to find itself on the chopping block. I don’t use video calling much and I really didn’t see a lot of merits that would support Duo being a success. […]
Continue ReadingLastPass admits self-inflicted wound after accidental deletion of their Chrome Extension
If you’ve been frantically hunting around the Chrome Web Store for the LastPass Password Manager extension, you probably realized quickly that it was nowhere to be found. In what can only be described as a Monty Python, Holy Grail pre-credits bungle, LastPass has somehow managed to “accidentally” deleter their own extension from the Chrome Web […]
Continue ReadingDeal of the Day: Score a Midnight Blue Pixelbook Pen for only $69
If you happen to be the proud owner of a Pixelbook or the Pixel Slate and you have held off buying the companion stylus, this may be your best shot to score the Pixelbook Pen at an impressive discount. Some users may have lucked out and nabbed the Pixel Slate with a free keyboard and […]
Continue Reading