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Kevin C. Tofel Mar 8, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Dual software on one device

How to run Linux in a window inside Chrome OS

Thanks to a handy set of scripts, you’ve long been able to install an instance of Linux on a Chromebook and switch…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Mar 5, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Better chip and more memory

Acer’s newest Chromebox packs more power, 4k video support

When you think of using a computer with a 4k video monitor, a Chromebox probably doesn’t come to mind. After all, those…

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Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Mar 4, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Stable Channel software update

Chrome Show: Remote Chromebook access arrives for all

The latest Chrome OS Stable channel update is here and with it comes remote access to Chromebooks and Chromeboxes. Until now you…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Mar 1, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- 14 percent of US laptop sales

Chromebook sales still on the rise

The latest figures from NPD, by way of BetaNews, show that Google Chromebooks are continuing to sell well in the U.S. The…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Feb 27, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- New product patience

Launched at CES, Acer Chromebook 15 expected in April

Acer was one of the first companies out the gate to announce a 1080p Chromebook with Intel’s fifth-generation chip early last month.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Feb 24, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Chip change for more run time

What to expect in the Chromebook Pixel 2

Google confirmed what we noted two weeks ago on our Chrome Show podcast: There is a successor to the Chromebook Pixel after…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Feb 19, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Blending local and cloud data

Google makes it easier to back up media from Chromebooks to Drive

It’s no secret that Chromebooks rely heavily on Google Drive cloud storage. The devices have the capability to store data locally, of…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Feb 12, 2015 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Ready for a food fight

Dell beefs up its Chromebook 11 for the classroom

Dell entered the Chromebook market last year, focusing mainly on education with its Chromebook 11. Now it has a refreshed model with…

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Mobile, Technology
Janko Roettgers Dec 30, 2014 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Crouton to the rescue

Chromebooks can now run Linux in a Chrome OS window

This is cool: Chromebook users can now run their favorite Linux distribution within a window right on their Chrome OS desktop. Google’s…

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Technology
David Meyer Dec 12, 2014 (Jun 11, 2020) -- We can only guess why

Google to close down Russian engineering operations

Google is closing its Russian engineering office, according to a report in The Information. Google’s Russian engineers will be offered jobs in other…

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Europe, Technology, Work & Collaboration
Janko Roettgers Jul 8, 2014 (Jun 11, 2020) -- Blog Post

Chromebooks may get native Chromecast support with a video player update

A new Chromium commit hints at native Chromecast support coming to Chromebooks.…

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Media
Kif Leswing May 21, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Google Chrome for Android can now re-open closed tabs

Google Chrome(s goog) users on Android should keep their eyes peeled for the newest update, which is rolling out Wednesday. Chrome version…

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Mobile
Kevin C. Tofel May 5, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Lenovo adds its first two consumer Chromebooks: N20 and N20p

After debuting Chromebooks for the education market, Lenovo is following up with models for consumers. Say hello to the N20 and N20p Chromebooks, which offer up to 8 hours of battery life. The latter has a touchscreen and 300-degree screen hinge.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel May 4, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Web gaming future: 3-D graphics games in the browser without plug-ins

If you've ever played Dead Trigger 2 on a phone or tablet, you have to try it in a browser. It can be done thanks to a technical demo from Unity which is using WebGL and JavaScript for the game.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 27, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Samsung Chromebook 2 appears on camera, then hides from delivery

An early video look at the Samsung Chromebook 2 showed an appealing laptop with what looks like solid performance from the company's Exynos chip. We won't know for sure, however, until the end of May due to delivery delays.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 25, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Report: Samsung Chromebook 2 delayed until end of May

After already promising 14 to 21 business day delivery when pre-orders began April 7, Samsung now says the Chromebook 2 won't arrive until the end of May. Perhaps there's more software tweaking to be done for the Exynos 5 chip.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 24, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

You’ll soon be able to unlock a Chromebook by placing your Android phone nearby

A new "easy unlock" feature appears in the developer channel of Chrome OS. Once enabled, it will let you unlock a Chromebook or Chromebox by placing a trusted Android phone nearby.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 23, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Chrome Show: Could Motorola revive the LapDock with a phone-powered Chromebook?

Motorola signed a patent license with Microsoft for Android and Chrome OS devices this month. Wait: Motorola doesn't make any Chrome OS devices. But it could and one possibility is to use an Android phone with a Chrome OS partition for a modular laptop.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 16, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Chrome Show: ChromeBleed checks for HeartBleed issues before you surf insecurely

Still blindly surfing in the wake of HeartBleed? Our Chrome extension of the week will give you a little more peace of mind, telling you which sites are still at risk of being hacked before you even hit them.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 13, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Chrome Remote Desktop for Android beta being tested

Google continues work on its Android software that connects and controls a remote computer. Private beta testing is underway so the application should be launching in the near future.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 11, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

First look at Lenovo’s touchscreen Thinkpad Yoga 11e Chromebook (video)

The Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 11e may not officially be Chrome OS tablet but it's darn close. The screen of the $349 Chromeook folds back 360-degrees for tablet mode using the Chrome OS software keyboard.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 10, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Dubbed “the best,” Dell Chromebook for education available for all

Looking for "the best" Chromebook available? Two recent reviews of the Dell Chromebook 11 for education suggest that's the model to get and you don't have to be a student to buy one.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 9, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Chrome Show: Asus C200 Chromebook appears while the C300 hides

After leaks of two new Asus Chromebooks appeared earlier this year, one has broken cover. Say hello to the C200, an Intel-powered 11.6-inch Chromebook that will likely be supplemented with a larger C300 model.…

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Mobile, Technology
Kevin C. Tofel Apr 7, 2014 (Jun 10, 2020) -- Blog Post

Samsung Chromebook 2 pre-orders begin in US with 2–3 week delivery

After product pages appeared last week, Samsung today opened up U.S. pre-orders for both of its Chromebook 2 devices. Expect a wait, however as they won't ship for at least 14 business days.…

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Mobile, Technology

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