This week, MediaTek is holding their annual Executive Summit in California and as part of the presentation, they spent some solid time today outlining their upcoming Kompanio 800 and 1000 series SoCs and explained a bit more about what we should all expect when Chromebooks with these new chips … [Read more...] about MediaTek makes bold performance claims about their upcoming Kompanio 800 and 1200 SoCs
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The only potential Pixelbook board in development just got the axe
First off, let me say I'm not shocked by this revelation. A little sad? Sure, but I'm not surprised at all. As a matter of fact, multiple boards in the 'Volteer' family (11th-gen Intel Chromebooks) were killed off in this same move. But losing 'Halvor' - the clear beginning of some sort of … [Read more...] about The only potential Pixelbook board in development just got the axe
With Android 12L, it feels like we can now set a timeframe for the upcoming Pixel Fold
With the recent announcement of the Android 12L update in the works, there's no way to take in all this new version of Android brings to the table and not be fairly confident that it is arriving with a very particular phone in mind. While many of the Android 12L optimizations will make life a lot … [Read more...] about With Android 12L, it feels like we can now set a timeframe for the upcoming Pixel Fold
ASUS just launched another 14″ Chromebook Flip with 11th Gen Intel CPUs
ASUS has done a complete 180 with its latest Chrome OS offerings. In recent years, the company's flagship Chromebooks have been disappointing, to say the least. Between the sub-par build quality and egregious price tag, the Chromebook Flip C436 has never, not once, graced a list of recommendations … [Read more...] about ASUS just launched another 14″ Chromebook Flip with 11th Gen Intel CPUs
A new ASUS Chromebook CX9 just appeared and it’s the device you’ve been looking for
Two weeks ago, the Chromebook that I have been most excited about finally made a permanent debut on ASUS' website, and even now, you can purchase the ultra-premium ASUS Chromebook CX9 in two flavors. Either of those devices will give you the same premium experience with a solid aluminum build, great … [Read more...] about A new ASUS Chromebook CX9 just appeared and it’s the device you’ve been looking for
Mysterious MediaTek MT8186 development continues with two new Chromebook boards
It was a little over a month ago that we uncovered a new, mysterious MediaTek chip entering development for Chromebooks. Since late in 2020, we've been aware of MediaTek's ambitions in the Chrome OS space with their new MT8192 and MT8195 chips (Kompanio 820 and 1200, respectively) and, honestly, … [Read more...] about Mysterious MediaTek MT8186 development continues with two new Chromebook boards
Pixel 6 doesn’t have mm-wave 5G unless you buy it from these carriers
There are quite a few differences in Google's two new phones: screen size, resolution, build materials, camera count, selfie camera resolution, color options, RAM, and storage are all factors you need to consider when looking at the Pixel 6 versus the Pixel 6 Pro. But there's one other big … [Read more...] about Pixel 6 doesn’t have mm-wave 5G unless you buy it from these carriers
Watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event in under 13 minutes [VIDEO]
Though it wasn't a crazy-long presentation on Tuesday, the nearly-one-hour Pixel 6 launch event packed a ton of info into 60 minutes. While I don't think Google did much on the fluff side of things, there were definitely some fun transitions, extra commentary, and needed visual flare that took up … [Read more...] about Watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event in under 13 minutes [VIDEO]
Where to buy the all-new Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
Well, there you have it, folks. Google's Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are finally official and as of a couple of hours ago, you can place your order and get in line to get your hands on the Tensor-powered smartphone as early as October 28th. Before the Pixel Fall Launch Event even ended, pre-orders went … [Read more...] about Where to buy the all-new Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
Join us here and watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event
The big day is finally here! In just a couple of hours, Google will take the virtual stage to officially take the remaining wraps off of the highly-anticipated Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. We know practically everything there is to know about Google's new flagship that is powered by the company's … [Read more...] about Join us here and watch the Google Pixel Fall Launch Event
Stormy Black and Sunny Pixel 6 Pro make an early appearance on Amazon UK
We are mere hours away from Google's Pixel Fall Launch Event and while there's little left to learn about the new Tensor-powered phones, we're chomping at the bit to see the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro in action. Better yet, we're beside ourselves at the thought of actually getting our hands on Google's … [Read more...] about Stormy Black and Sunny Pixel 6 Pro make an early appearance on Amazon UK
Apple’s surprise event seems to be having little effect on Pixel 6 hype
There's no denying the effect Apple events have on the news cycle. When they take to the stage to announce a new product, it tends to feel like everything else in the tech world just gets put on hold. With their place in the overall consumer tech scene, this isn't that surprising. Here in the … [Read more...] about Apple’s surprise event seems to be having little effect on Pixel 6 hype
