We track upcoming Chromebooks around here. A lot. While we have a relatively firm grip on what is going on and what is coming, even we discuss boards and codenames from time to time with a bit of confusion clearly lining our faces. "Who knows at this point?" is a common refrain when a question … [Read more...] about New Detachable Chromebook, 4 Codenames, 1 Explanation
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Chromebook ‘Snappy’ Will Have A Backlit Keyboard
Before we dig into the details of our latest finding I have to take a moment to make a correction from a previous article and admit a mistake on my part. All the way back in December, I had reported that the upcoming Chromebook 'Snappy' was most definitely a new Lenovo Yoga device. Developed beside … [Read more...] about Chromebook ‘Snappy’ Will Have A Backlit Keyboard
Acer UK Video Spotlights New Chromebook Spin 11
The Acer Chromebook Spin 11 along with it's Apollo Lake counterparts the HP x360 and ASUS C213 have seen significant delays in their release. With an anticipated launch dates of mid-spring, the manufacturers are now looking at a 3-month hold on devices that should be shipped and ready for the … [Read more...] about Acer UK Video Spotlights New Chromebook Spin 11
Chromebooks To Get Keyboard Brightness Notification Bubble
As we wade deeper into what looks like a new season for Chromebooks, more and more new features continue to arise and give glimpses of what Chrome OS will look like in the near future. While some of these changes (like the one we are talking about here) won't be game-changers, each small … [Read more...] about Chromebooks To Get Keyboard Brightness Notification Bubble
New Chromebook Eve: Beyond The Pixel
If the Chromebook we affectionately know as 'Eve' were to be announced tomorrow, it would effectively be the most cutting-edge, progressive Chrome OS device we have ever seen. The Kaby Lake convertible will house features and hardware that will set a new bar for high-end Chromebooks of the … [Read more...] about New Chromebook Eve: Beyond The Pixel
Chromebooks Getting New Top Row Keyboard Layout – Starting With ‘Eve’
If you haven't picked up on the theme for the rest of 2017 around here, let me give you a hint: — EVE — Likely until it is finally revealed and for many months after, the Chromebook known only as 'Eve' will continue to captivate our imaginations. The list of things 'Eve' … [Read more...] about Chromebooks Getting New Top Row Keyboard Layout – Starting With ‘Eve’
ASUS Chomebook Flip 2 C101 Release Date & Price Update
When we reported on the new ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 finally breaking cover and then showing up in some stores here and there, we had to make some assumptions about a few things. First, the dates listed in the multiple store fronts matched, but we always have to take those with a grain of salt. … [Read more...] about ASUS Chomebook Flip 2 C101 Release Date & Price Update
‘Eve’ & How A Chromebook #madebyGoogle Could Change The Game
We're in a really fun season for Chromebooks right now. Last year at this time, we were just uncovering the initial details on a pair of devices known only as 'Kevin' and 'Caroline' at the time. We didn't realize Samsung was working on a dual variation of its now well-known Chromebook … [Read more...] about ‘Eve’ & How A Chromebook #madebyGoogle Could Change The Game
ASUS Lifts The Veil On The Chromebook Flip C213
Hard to believe but it has been almost six months since Google quietly announced the first Apollo Lake-powered, EDU Chromebooks from Acer and ASUS. Since that time we have also reported on the announcement of the HP Chromebook x360 G1 which has been officially listed on HP's website. The former two … [Read more...] about ASUS Lifts The Veil On The Chromebook Flip C213
New Chromebook ‘Eve’ Gets More Advanced Wacom AES Stylus
Earlier today we reported on the likelihood of Chromebooks getting a more advanced stylus input in the form of a powered stylus. This came from a commit referencing a system notification for low battery in the stylus. As we discussed in that article, there are no current Chromebooks with powered … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Eve’ Gets More Advanced Wacom AES Stylus
Chromebooks May Get More Advanced Active Stylus Support
To be honest, we're still in the early stages of stylus support on Chromebooks. Since the arrival of the Samsung Chromebook Plus in February, stylus support has become a consideration for potential Chromebook buyers with more stylus-equipped devices in the planning stages for later this … [Read more...] about Chromebooks May Get More Advanced Active Stylus Support
New Chromebook ‘Eve’ To Utilize Faster NVMe SSD Storage
Just recently, in a commit to the Chromium Repositories, we are seeing references to NVMe SSD storage for 'Eve'. If you have no idea what NVMe means, you are in the vast majority. The technical specifications surrounding NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) aren't the easiest to understand for … [Read more...] about New Chromebook ‘Eve’ To Utilize Faster NVMe SSD Storage
