Google finally released a way to unlock your Chromebook with a trusted Android phone but only for the Dev Channel. It turns out you can add an Android Wear watch to the mix indirectly too. We explain how on this week’s podcast where we also share some Chromecast goodies that you might not be aware of.
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Hosts: Janko Roettgers and Kevin C. Tofel
Smart lock arrives on Chrome OS
Dev Channel tip: Use CNTL-Z to undo a download removal
Welcome back François Beaufort and congrats!
Chromecast perks just in time for the holidays
Using a smartwatch to control music on the Chromecast
Fun tidbit: What device did President Obama use to write his first line of JavaScript code?
CES planning: Any new Chrome OS devices expected?
App/extension of the week: ToDoist for Chromebooks

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