Smart displays are all the rage these days and Google has just unveiled the 2nd iteration of their “Nest Hub” product line, aptly named the Google Nest Hub 2. It launches on March 30th for $99 and the biggest new addition is built-in radar used for sleep tracking. The Nest Hub 2 does not have […]
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Google’s April Fools joke has you catching Pokemon!
Google is celebrating April Fools in style with Pokemon invading its Google Maps app.
This week in Chrome news: Play Music, Photowall, Google Now, and more
If you thought last week’s Chrome news were awesome, you will be surprised by all the awesome things that happened this week! Here are the hottest topics this week.
Show us your theme in our Chrome forums!
Last week we went over some of the hottest threads in the Chromespot forums. There were some pretty fun topics in there, but we thought we would do something a little different this week. Why don’t we show off our themes?! There are many themes out there, with all kinds of neat features and fun […]
How Google handles police investigations and warrants
Ever wondered how Google handles police investigations that require your data? Google has put together a very neat video showing you just how it’s done!
You can now rearrange your Google Bar shortcuts
The Google Bar is pretty cool, but it is still a work in progress. Today Google has fixed one of the most annoying issues. Click through to find out more!
The 53 best Chromebook keyboard shortcuts
Those who want to dig deeper into their Chromebooks will want to learn some of the many keyboard shortcuts that exist for Chrome OS. Here are the best ones!
Chromebox users can now adjust monitor brightness with keyboard shortcuts
Chromebox users can now control screen brightness straight from the keyboard’s brightness keys. Click through to find out all the details!
Chromebook settings will no longer look like a browser
Isn’t it annoying that your Chromebook settings look just like any other browser tab or window? It makes settings confusing to many new users, and it soon will be fixed.
HOT DEAL: refurbished Acer C720 for just $150!
The Acer C720 is popular for being one of the most affordable Chromebooks out there, at $199. This is one hell of a deal, but you can get it for even cheaper.
Dell will pay Microsoft for using Chrome OS and Android?
Dell has reached a deal with Microsoft, and will pay them royalties for using Chrome OS and Android. Do you think this is fair?
Slingbox support will bring live TV to the Chromecast
Slingbox allows you to use your TV from any device (or location), which made it a very popular product. Wouldn’t it be amazing if it supported Chromecast?
Register for Google IO on April 8-10, here are the details
Google has just published the and the day to sign up is getting closer and closer. In fact, they have also announced when people will be able to sign up.
Upload to Google Play Music straight from Chrome and Chromebooks!
This is huge news. You can now upload music from any Chrome browser… including Chromebooks! Click through to find out how to set it all up.
ASUS Chromebox now available in Canada!
The ASUS Chroembox is one of the hottest Chrome OS devices right now. Its price, compact design and upgradeability make it an awesome option. And now you can get it in Canada!
Chromecast said to be released in Australia on May
Chromecast has started its world tour, now available in 11 countries outside the USA, but that isn’t enough. We need to take it all over the world, and it seems Australia is next.
Chrome Canary update: improved App Info dialog
The new experimental App Info feature for Chrome continues to be improved. This allows you to see all your app details without accessing the settings or other complicated menus.
HOT DEAL: Get the HP Chromebook 11 for $30 off
Have you been thinking of buying an HP Chromebook 11? You might want to take a look at this $30-off coupon!
What is the difference between Chrome apps and extensions?
Do you know what the difference between Chrome hosted apps, packaged apps and extensions is? Click through to find out.
Chrome browser for Windows Phone on the way?
Google is said to be investigating bringing the Chrome browser to Windows Phone. Do you think this will happen? We certainly hope so.
Google releases new Chromecast icons, apps should be updated soon
You might see a different style and look in Chromecast icons next time. Google has released icons, offering a new cleaner and simpler look.
Google Now rolling out to all desktop Chrome users starting today
Starting today, Google Now cards will be showing up on your Chrome browsers for desktop and laptop. The update process will last a “few weeks”. Learn all about it here.
Google releases Photowall – share your photos through your TV
Google has just released Photowall, a Chromecast service that allows you to share your images to a TV screen. Why is this app really important, though?
Chrome OS Dev channel now features large arrows for navigating back and forward
Chrome allows you to navigate back and forward in your browsing history by swiping left or right with two fingers. There is now a new animation for this. Which one is better?
Samsung swears the Chromebook 2 is 125% faster than the first
The Samsung Chromebook 2 benchmarks we have seen are far from impressive. They are downright disappointing! But Samsung swears their new laptop is much faster.