CES 2021 is underway and though the show is completely virtual this year, that hasn't stopped companies from making some pretty big announcements for the upcoming year in tech. Just yesterday evening, Intel's keynote delivered some great news for Chromebook fans in the realization of Intel Evo … [Read more...] about Our reaction to the Samsung Galaxy
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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 receives praise from early hands-on reactions
At this point, there is a small group of individuals who've actually spent some hands-on time with the new Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2. As a matter of fact, there are only 4 total in-person videos about the new Chromebook from Samsung on YouTube at this point. This is obviously due to the … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 receives praise from early hands-on reactions
Expect an absolute avalanche of Chromebooks in all shapes and sizes in 2021 [VIDEO]
We can all agree that 2020 hasn't exactly been the best year. One for the record books? Sure. But for all the wrong reasons. While it's turned out to be a year that most of us would like to forget, I'm reminded that even in the midst of mess, there can be good there, too. That was absolutely the … [Read more...] about Expect an absolute avalanche of Chromebooks in all shapes and sizes in 2021 [VIDEO]
Here’s why MediaTek’s new Chromebook ARM processors are so important [VIDEO]
This week, MediaTek announced a whole bunch of stuff at their annual summit, but buried right in the middle of everything they spoke of, there were 2 new chips officially announced that will be added to the current MediaTek SoC (the MT8183 currently on display in the Lenovo Chromebook Duet and a few … [Read more...] about Here’s why MediaTek’s new Chromebook ARM processors are so important [VIDEO]
87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
Google's #LaunchNightIn was a blitz play that packed five new products into a 30-minute onslaught on the senses. Along with the new hardware, Google took to the virtual stage to introduce some new software features for the Pixel phone family, a completely redesigned entertainment experience in … [Read more...] about 87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
Where to watch Google’s ‘Launch Night In’ hardware event
Last night, we put out a recap of all the fun stuff we expect to see at today's hardware event from Google, dubbed the 'Launch Night In.' Google already has their launch page up and running with a fun little Easter egg that you can enjoy right now along with a simple countdown leading up to the … [Read more...] about Where to watch Google’s ‘Launch Night In’ hardware event
Stadia may be coming to the new Chromecast via the Android app
As leaks have continued to pile up for Google's new hardware that is set to be officially unveiled tomorrow, the new Chromecast with Google TV has been front and center in the early hands-on department. There have been numerous reports of this device already on sale and many unboxing and quick-look … [Read more...] about Stadia may be coming to the new Chromecast via the Android app
Pixel 5 for $699 will be a massive failure if leaks are accurate
Last night, leaker John Prosser took to Twitter to let the world know that he is 100% confident that Google's upcoming Pixel 5 phone will cost $699. If for some reason you know nothing of the Pixel 5 up to this point, that price probably sounds fair. It may even sound pretty great considering the … [Read more...] about Pixel 5 for $699 will be a massive failure if leaks are accurate
Here’s the new Chromecast with Google TV in action
And the leaks just keep coming. We now have a full-blown video from Reddit featuring the fluid and fast UI of the new Chromecast with Google TV. Jumping through the interface, it is quite clear that this little dongle isn't going to be stuck with slow speeds or laggy UI. Instead, moving through … [Read more...] about Here’s the new Chromecast with Google TV in action
Lenovo quietly releases budget-friendly AMD-powered Chromebook 3
Finding a Chromebook that's easy on the wallet isn't an easy task. Finding one that's inexpensive and isn't complete trash is even more difficult. When we discovered the dirt-cheap Lenovo Chromebook 3 at our local Walmart for only $169, it goes without saying that we were a little skeptical about … [Read more...] about Lenovo quietly releases budget-friendly AMD-powered Chromebook 3
Google’s new Chromecast box doesn’t mention Stadia and that is odd
Now that the new Chromecast packaging has leaked alongside the new Nest Audio speaker, there's really little we don't know about these devices at this point. I love the fact that Google isn't making the silly decision to re-brand their smart TV line of hardware and have chosen to stick with the … [Read more...] about Google’s new Chromecast box doesn’t mention Stadia and that is odd
Google’s new Chromecast and Nest Audio speaker are hitting store shelves early
Well, here we are, a week out from the next Google hardware event, and not only has everything already leaked out, it appears some of the hardware is already sitting on shelves at local Walmart stores and others have shown up in in the hands of Reddit users. Let's start with the new Nest Audio … [Read more...] about Google’s new Chromecast and Nest Audio speaker are hitting store shelves early
