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Chromecast launching in the UK this Wednesday!
Rumors of the Chromecast reaching the UK soon have not been scarce, but this is the first time we get a release date!
Samsung and HP said to launch Chrome OS All-in-One computers
Did you like the LG Chromebase? If so, you will be glad to learn about the latest rumors, which indicate both Samsung and HP are planning to release All-in-One Chrome OS computers.
Pwnium 4 concludes, 1 confirmed winner gets $150,000
Chrome OS is one of the safest operating systems out there, and Google is willing to put their money where their mouth is. Pwnium 4 has concluded – what were the results?
Chromecast headed to the UK “very soon”
Chromecast has received amazing adoption and success. It is the right time for it to head to other markets, and it seems one of its first stops will be the UK.
Google and Microsoft don’t want dual-boot computers – do you?
Dual-boot computers are double-edged swords; they can be great, but can also mess everything up. This is why Google and Microsoft are a bit worried about them. Are you?
Google will disable all white-listed apps in the preview Cast SDK
There may have been some misunderstandings with the way Google released the Chromecast SDK. There was a preview Google Cast SDK released, in which apps were allowed to be whitelisted for testing purposes. These whitelisted apps were not meant to be commercially available until the official SDK was released, which is why Google is dropping […]
How to use Chrome Remote Desktop
Did you know you can use your Windows or Mac computer remotely, using your Chromebook? We have put together a neat tutorial to help you set this up!
Chromecast app updated for upcoming world-wide release
We don’t often hear of updates to the Chromecast app, but when we do it’s often important. What can we expect from this update? It’s juicier than you may expect.
Plex now offers Chromecast support to all users, not just subscribers
Plex baked Chromecast support into their app along with the first major batch of supported apps. This still wasn’t a feature all of us could enjoy, though.
Google Drive cloud storage prices now cheaper than ever!
Google has also dropped the prices for their Drive cloud storage plans. You can still get 15 GB for free, but now the paid plans start at $1.99.
Google Drive improves Docs and Sheets with add-ons
Google Drive Docs and Sheets just got much, much better! The Search Giant has updated its online office applications with add-ons. What are these all about?
Amazon has a few deals on Wii U games
Amazon has some great deals again on Wii U titles, if you’re looking for a new game to play.
How to upgrade RAM and SSD on an ASUS Chromebox
ASUS gave us an official overview and demo of the ASUS Chromebox, but they didn’t go into much detail about upgrading the RAM or SSD. Here are all the extra details!
Chrome OS Dev update: Bluetooth notifications, always maximized mode and more
Chrome OS Dev has received another slew of improvements in its latest update. None of these are huge improvements, but together they make a huge difference.
Does Google look different?
You are not losing it, Google does look different. The Search Giant has changed its website’s search result design, aiming to make it cleaner and more touch-friendly.
Google acquires Green Throttle Games, but what for?
It seems the Search Giant’s shopping spree is not ending any time soon, as they have gone ahead and purchased yet another company. What is this one all about?
ASUS Chromebox official overview and demo
Thinking about getting a brand new ASUS Chromebox but aren’t sure what exactly to expect? ASUS has put together a great overview and demo for you. Check it out!
Google Keep updated: improved UI and drawer
Google Keep has just received a very neat update with an improved UI and added drawer. It now highly resembles the Android app and has added functionality.
You can now search contacts from your Chromebook’s app launcher
Chrome OS is rolling out a very neat feature. You no longer need to navigate through sites to find your contacts – you can do it straight from your launcher.
Should Chrome and Android merge?
Both Chrome and Android are owned by Google, and many believe the Search Giant is working towards merging both platforms. Is this a good idea?
Chrome Web Store makes it easier to have app trials, improves monetization system
Chrome users and developers know the Chrome Web Store is not exactly the most profitable app store out there. What can Google do to change this? Here is a good first step!
Chromebook users get free Play Music All Access 60-day trial
Have you been wanting to sign up for Google Play Music All Access but don’t know if the service is any good? You may be able to get a free 60-day trial!
Chrome OS Dev now alerts you when you need to log into an open WiFi network
We often join open WiFi networks only to find out the internet is not working. This means you have to take an extra step to access the internet.
How to use the Chrome OS screen magnifier
Ever wanted to quickly zoom in on a specific area of your Chromebook display? The Screen Magnifier function in Chrome OS is a great solution. Here’s how you can use it!