It wasn't long ago that Google decided to announce to the world that it was getting out of the tablet hardware game all together. Doing this within 7 months of releasing a tablet (the Pixel Slate) feels like an odd move, but as I've explained in that linked video above, I'm not terribly upset about … [Read more...] about New Chrome OS UI update proves Google is far from done with Chrome OS tablets
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‘Kodama’ may be the first detachable ARM Chromebook
Chrome OS tablets have had a rocky start. While the tablet experience of Chrome OS continues to evolve and improve, the niche form-factor is still a hard sell for the average consumer and enthusiast alike. Still, there is a degree of intrigue around a device that can perform as both a productivity … [Read more...] about ‘Kodama’ may be the first detachable ARM Chromebook
New ‘Hatch’-Based Chromebooks ‘Helios’, ‘Kindred’ & ‘Kohaku’ Will Be Very Powerful
As we get closer and closer to figuring out exactly what 'Hatch' is, we learn more and more about the capabilities of this unibuild board. As we saw just in this last week, 'Hatch' is responsible for four total baseboards, including 'Kohaku', 'Helios' and 'Kindred' which we just met recently. With … [Read more...] about New ‘Hatch’-Based Chromebooks ‘Helios’, ‘Kindred’ & ‘Kohaku’ Will Be Very Powerful
Another MediaTek Chromebook In The Works: Where Are You Qualcomm?
First, there was 'Kukui'. Then, along came 'Flapjack' which we believe could be the first MediaTek-powered Chrome OS tablets to hit the market. More recently, a third Octa-core MediaTek Chromebook showed up under the code name 'Krane' and we're left here wondering what in the world is going on with … [Read more...] about Another MediaTek Chromebook In The Works: Where Are You Qualcomm?
Unboxing The World’s First Google Assistant-Enabled Smart Clock [Video]
Lenovo's Assistant-powered smart clock was released just this morning and we've got one in the house for your unboxing pleasure. We got a glimpse of the tiny smart display at CES Las Vegas back in January and now it's time to take a closer look. So, without further ado, let's see what's in the … [Read more...] about Unboxing The World’s First Google Assistant-Enabled Smart Clock [Video]
Hands-On With The New Acer Chromebook 715 and 714 [VIDEO]
Today in Brooklyn, Acer unveiled the newest Chromebooks in their growing lineup: the Chromebook 714 and 715. We were at the event and got to spend a bit of time with both devices after the crowds thinned out a bit. From those few minutes we were able to really spend with both Chromebooks, I have a … [Read more...] about Hands-On With The New Acer Chromebook 715 and 714 [VIDEO]
Sneak Peek With Acer’s New Chromebooks For Enterprise [VIDEO]
We're here at the Next@Acer global press event and we're taking a quick peak at the two new Chromebooks on offer from Acer. We'll spend some more time with them soon and get more in-depth hands-on videos at that point, but we wanted to share our initial thoughts from the keynote with you now. … [Read more...] about Sneak Peek With Acer’s New Chromebooks For Enterprise [VIDEO]
HP Chromebook 14 (AMD) and x360 14 G1: First Look Hands-On at CES
We just published the initial details on both the first AMD offering from HP and the new, somewhat-unexpected x360 14 G1 just yesterday, but last night we were able to swing by HP's booth and give both of these new Chromebooks a test drive. … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook 14 (AMD) and x360 14 G1: First Look Hands-On at CES
Hands-On With Google Home Hub: Google’s First Smart Display
Rounding out our time with Google on Tuesday was a bit of hands-on time with the new Google Home Hub. Like everything else on offer by Google lately, this piece of hardware is different not only because of how it is built, but also because of the software experience within. … [Read more...] about Hands-On With Google Home Hub: Google’s First Smart Display
Hands-On With The Brydge G-Type: A Wireless Pixel Slate Keyboard
During our time with the Pixel Slate at Google's hardware event, one particular accessory truly grabbed our attention: The Brydge G-Type Wireless Keyboard. I have little doubt that we'll see plenty keyboard/trackpad accessories for the Pixel Slate over the course of the next few months, but this … [Read more...] about Hands-On With The Brydge G-Type: A Wireless Pixel Slate Keyboard
Hands-On With The Pixel Slate: Google’s First Chrome OS Tablet
Google had a lot to show us all on Tuesday, but nothing was more interesting to us than the Pixel Slate. Sure, we've known quite a bit about it, but there were some surprises in there that even we didn't know about. Getting our hands on this device took me from excited to outright fanboy if I'm … [Read more...] about Hands-On With The Pixel Slate: Google’s First Chrome OS Tablet
New Kaby Lake Chromebook ‘Rammus’ Could Be ASUS’ Next Flagship
I was going through my morning routine of coffee and Chromium repository surfing when I stumbled across a new board overlay that was added just a few days ago. At first glance, the new Chromebook, code-named 'Rammus', appeared to be yet-another Kaby Lake device to add to the ever-growing … [Read more...] about New Kaby Lake Chromebook ‘Rammus’ Could Be ASUS’ Next Flagship
