For quite some time, we didn't see much movement in the new SoC arena from MediaTek. They first launched the now-named Kompanio 500 with the introduction of the original Lenovo Chromebook Duet and not too long after, we got the Kompanio 800 and Kompanio 1000 series. Those chips hit a handful of … [Read more...] about Another new MediaTek ARM chip for Chromebooks is coming
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This fall should be awesome for new Chromebook hardware
With Google's new update cycle for Chromebook releases beginning to take shape here in 2024, it feels like we're likely going to see new hardware a couple times a year at this point. Where older cycles had new Chromebooks launching at any point throughout the year, we've settled into a new rhythm … [Read more...] about This fall should be awesome for new Chromebook hardware
Proof that Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus is just around the corner
While we may be smack-dab in the middle of summer, fall feels a tad bit closer than usual at this point in the year. Perhaps that is due to Google's Pixel Hardware Event happening far sooner than normal (August 13th), back to school looming, or my always-eager desire to see cooler temperatures on … [Read more...] about Proof that Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook Plus is just around the corner
Google’s new streaming box looks like a futuristic NVIDIA Shield TV
In a bit of a break from the norm, it seems Google is gearing up to revamp its streaming device lineup - formerly marketed under the Chromecast namesake - as a new leak from 9to5 Google reveals a very different direction for them moving forward. Say hello to the Google TV Streamer. While not … [Read more...] about Google’s new streaming box looks like a futuristic NVIDIA Shield TV
How the next HP x360 Chromebook Plus could be the one to beat
Of all the Chromebooks on the market, there is one line that I've felt has been right on the verge of greatness for years and has been held back by silly hardware choices along the way. That line is the x360 14c family of devices from HP, and it's almost painful to see them get so close to the … [Read more...] about How the next HP x360 Chromebook Plus could be the one to beat
Pixel 9 Pro Fold leak confirms a portrait interior screen
We're inside of a month away from Google's next Pixel hardware even set for August 13th in California, and as is the case most times with new Google hardware, leaks have been plentiful. We've seen the Pixel 9 lineup from nearly every conceivable angle, but the new folding phone in the family hasn't … [Read more...] about Pixel 9 Pro Fold leak confirms a portrait interior screen
I’m thrilled not to have to wait until the fall for a 45mm Pixel Watch
Since its debut, I've been waiting for a larger size of the Pixel Watch. Sure, I wore the original for a while, but it always bugged me how small it looked on my wrist. After having worn the larger Fitbit Versa and now the Samsung Galaxy Watch, I know there's simply no going back to a 41mm watch … [Read more...] about I’m thrilled not to have to wait until the fall for a 45mm Pixel Watch
The powerful, new MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook has a name: ‘Rauru’
Last week, we uncovered work being done on yet another ARM-based MediaTek chip for Chromebooks in the still-mysterious MT8196. Based solely on the model number, this SoC should end up as the most powerful MediaTek chip in a Chromebook to date, and it could be a significant jump depending on the … [Read more...] about The powerful, new MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook has a name: ‘Rauru’
MediaTek has a new high-end ARM chip coming for Chromebooks
Well, well, well: I did not expect to find this little nugget this morning. I was actually doing a little research on a device that I can't believe didn't have a longer, more-prosperous run in the Acer Chromebook Spin 513. That device, powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 1380, was the only one of its … [Read more...] about MediaTek has a new high-end ARM chip coming for Chromebooks
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus (‘Xol’) to get OLED screen
It's been a bit since we last found a juicy nugget to share about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus. To clarify, that is the name we've decided to give 'Xol', a Chromebook in development that is clearly made by Samsung, will be Chromebook Plus, and would only make sense to be branded as … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus (‘Xol’) to get OLED screen
Google Pixel Hardware event is coming in August this time around
Well, it seems like Google has thrown us a bit of a curveball this year! In a surprise announcement, they've moved up the annual Made by Google hardware event to August 13th. That's right, instead of the usual October showcase, we're getting an early look at what Google has in store for its Pixel … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Hardware event is coming in August this time around
This leaked change to the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 may win me over
I've covered this over the past year or so, but I've largely transitioned over to Samsung devices for my non-Chromebook needs. I don't have anything against Google's Pixel lineup, but I was interested in seeing what Samsung had to offer a little over a year ago when the Galaxy S23 Ultra arrived, … [Read more...] about This leaked change to the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 may win me over
