It was only a few months ago that the Acer C720 Chromebook was made available along with it’s little brother. But the two were hot commodities, selling out quickly with availability nowhere to be found. Until now. The Acer C720-2800 Chromebook is once again available at Acer.com and Amazon.com. Considering the price we’d say it’s […]
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You can now buy the Chromecast at Walmart too!
As Google’s popular Chromecast streaming device becomes more popular, we are starting to see it being offered by more retailers. It is really becoming a hit and it should be a great stocking stuffer for the holidays. Today we have found out you can buy the HDMI dongle from yet another major retailer – Walmart. […]
Chrome Beta now appears as a search result in the Google Play Store
Isn’t it annoying to have to go through jumps and flips just to find Chrome Beta for Android in the Google Play Store? It’s been hidden from search results, but such is no longer the case!
Chrome collapsible Rich Notifications being tested, but they need to be improved
Is your Chrome notifications area getting too crowded? Maybe you need some Rich Notifications to expose less details. Google is testing collapsible Rich Notifications and they are looking promising, but not perfect.
Test your website by emulating any device on Chrome Canary
Developers out there have many headaches trying to deal with the sea of devices and different screens out there. Can Google make it all better with the new device emulator?
Eric Schmidt: we can stop the NSA by encrypting everything
Do you believe the government is trying to limit the full power of the internet by censoring and tracking it? Google has a solution, and though it will take time they are sure it will work.
Chrome OS updated with shelf placement control, better icons and more
I am honestly loving this update! I can change the location of the shelf, the icons now work better and are better organized, and other improvements are making the experience much better!
Chromecast app updated – awesome new design!
We don’t use this app much after setting up our Chromecast, but it’s nice to see Google is not abandoning it! The new re-design makes it easier to navigate and find new apps.
Chromecast now available from Verizon, as well
Verizon has joined the fun and they are now offering the Chromecast! This should bring great exposure to the HDMI accessory, making it even more popular than it already is.
Microsoft starts selling Scroogled merchandise (Just stop, you are looking ridiculous!)
In an on-going attempt to make Google look bad, Microsoft is now selling ‘Scroogled’ merchandise and clothes. Only problem is… the only one looking bad here is Microsoft.
Chrome Beta 32 brings faster Android reaction, Vibration feedback and more
Chrome Beta 32 is a stepping stone into the bright future of Chrome, especially for Android users. Come find out how!
HBO Go gets Chromecast support!
Ready for dragons, vampires and more HBO goodies? HBO Go just got Chromecast support and you can enjoy your favorite HBO shows on the big screen!
Have your Animal Crossing character made into a handmade figurine
Nintendo still might be busy figuring out what it’s going to do next with its Animal Crossing series, but you can make a decision to bring one of these awesome figurines home right now.
Chrome OS Dev drops Tar archive file support
Google is dropping support for one of the most popular archive files! Why? We don’t know, but Google is working on a solution for us.
A Journey Through Middle Earth – experience the Hobbit’s land with the latest Chrome Experiment
Take a tour through Middle Earth with interactive features and touch controls. Chrome makes it possible to unite all devices and make a smartphone as feature-rich as a computer. Find out how!
Chrome OS Beta: you can now use alt+tab to access Window Overview
Isn’t it a bit confusing to migrate from a Windows computer to a Chromebook? Mostly because Chrome OS is web-based, but also because devices operate differently. Improvements are coming!
Google Winter Wonderlab: experience Google’s products while you have some good holiday fun!
If you live close to one of its locations, you need to check out Google’s Winter Wonderlab! You can play with all of Google’s toys and have some fun in the snow!
“OK Google” now works with Chromebooks!
You can now start talking to your Chromebook to do a search! Here is how you can activate it. There is much more coming, so come join the conversation!
HTML5 makes filling forms on a smartphone much better with improved keyboard compatibility
We all hate filling forms with a smartphone. I usually just drop what I’m doing and wait until I get home to a computer. Do you feel the same? HTML5 is the answer!
Chrome Apps can now delete local files, but why does it matter?
Chrome now allows apps to take control and delete media files when needed. This can make your media experience much smoother! Click through to find out how.
Google’s Patch Reward Program: fix Chrome/Android bugs and you can earn over $3000
Google is looking for developers to help fix Google’s awesome services! Do you have what it takes? If you do, you can earn some good extra cash.
Android’s Chrome Beta ‘Add to Homescreen’ feature temporarily disabled
You will have to wait a bit before you can use the “Add to Homescreen” feature in Chrome Beta for Android! The guys at Google have found a big bug and are fixing it!
Motorola now selling Chromecast via official site
Been wanting to grab a Chromecast to enjoy during your downtime? Now there is one more retailer you can get it from – Motorola. And you might even save a buck or two!
Google to pay $17 million for violating browser privacy settings
Google is said to have been a bad boy, violating people’s privacy settings! The Search giant is now stuck with 17 million in fees and a lot of shame. What do you think?
How to use Google Now (infographic)
Google has been investing a lot of effort into making Google Now as widespread as possible. The digital assistant is in every Android device and now it’s slowly being migrated to other devices and platforms. Chrome is getting Google Now functionality via conversational voice search, which was announced during Google IO. It will be slightly […]