Yup, another post about the upcoming Pixel 6a from Google. The details of Google's latest budget-friendly phone have yet to be made official but thanks to a variety of sources, we have a fairly decent idea of what to expect from the Pixel 6a when it launches. According to recent reports from … [Read more...] about Pixel 6a surfaces at the FCC with mmWave in tow
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Google’s Pixel 6a could be a major disruptor
Last year, Google launched the Pixel 5a just a couple of months ahead of the highly-anticipated debut of the Tensor-powered Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Before the Pixel 5a's debut, Google's strategy in the mobile marketplace wasn't exactly clear and the Pixel 5a felt like a device that just didn't … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 6a could be a major disruptor
HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook surfaces on Google Shopping
With an expected availability this month, HP's upcoming Elite Dragonfly Chromebook could be the King of all ChromeOS devices when it finally arrives on the scene. Ahead of its imminent release, our friend Kevin Tofel has stumbled upon a listing for the Elite Dragonfly on Google's shopping website. … [Read more...] about HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook surfaces on Google Shopping
Google’s Pixel 6a retail packaging emerges in a new leak
We're only a month out from Google I/O 2022 at this point, and that means any hardware set to debut at the yearly developer conference is also right around the corner. We've seen plenty of leaks and insider info on what could show up at the event, and it feels pretty certain Google will use the … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel 6a retail packaging emerges in a new leak
Another Snapdragon Chromebook tablet is on the way with ‘Gelarshie’
We just released a video last week to address a growing 'problem' in the Chromebook ecosystem: the decision on which tablet is the best for each user. No, we don't have tons of them at this point, but there are enough options out there that make the end decision a bit more difficult than it has … [Read more...] about Another Snapdragon Chromebook tablet is on the way with ‘Gelarshie’
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 or Duet 5: choose the right one for you [VIDEO]
Let's be clear: the Chromebook tablet revolution hasn't exactly taken the world by storm. Compared with clamshell and convertible Chromebooks, there aren't a ton of Chromebook tablets out there on the market. That being said, there's definitely more selection in this space than we've ever had … [Read more...] about Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 or Duet 5: choose the right one for you [VIDEO]
New leak alleges a Pixel Watch preview at Google I/O 2022, release later this year
One of the internet's more-accurate leakers - Jon Prosser - has taken to Twitter to deliver some slightly-saddening news: Google I/O 2022 will play host to the unveiling of the Pixel 6a (no surprise, there) and the Pixel Watch (also no real surprise), with the Pixel Watch reveal being more of a … [Read more...] about New leak alleges a Pixel Watch preview at Google I/O 2022, release later this year
Samsung announces a shocking new Chromebook with a standout screen and confusing name
BETT 2022 is ongoing in London right now, and as we've seen in the past, it can be a spot where Chromebook makers introduce new hardware with very little notice. Such is the case with Samsung and their latest, oddly-named Galaxy Chromebook 2 360. This is a device we've been keeping tabs on as … [Read more...] about Samsung announces a shocking new Chromebook with a standout screen and confusing name
The powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx could be on the way for future Chromebooks
While not yet confirmed, it looks like we could be seeing the powerful, flagship-ready Snapdragon 8cx in a Chromebook at some point down the road. While we're still awaiting signs of the latest mid-range chip (the Snapdragon 7c+ Gen 3) from Qualcomm to show up in a Chromebook, it appears work is … [Read more...] about The powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx could be on the way for future Chromebooks
More 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromeboxes are incoming
While we know that the 12th-gen Intel Chromebook wave is right at the edge of crashing down on us, we've not talked a great deal about Chromeboxes that will come equipped with the same silicon inside. As ChromeOS devices go, Chromeboxes represent the purest form of hardware that you can experience … [Read more...] about More 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromeboxes are incoming
New Google patent reveals plans to incorporate skin gestures on wearables
Just as we were talking about the highly-anticipated release of the Pixel Watch and how Google is acquiring new talent and patents for their audio devices, news comes to us from Let's Go Digital of a patent filed back in mid-2020 that may hint at some added functionality for both the Pixel Watch and … [Read more...] about New Google patent reveals plans to incorporate skin gestures on wearables
13th-gen Intel Raptor Lake Chromebook spotted in development
As is always the case, development and progress for Chromebooks continues moving forward. We aren't even yet to the point where you can head over to Best Buy and pick up a 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake Chromebook and here we are talking about 13th-gen devices in development. Where once we got excited … [Read more...] about 13th-gen Intel Raptor Lake Chromebook spotted in development
