• This Core i5 Chromebook Plus eligible laptop is down to $569.99

    My 2022 Acer Chromebook Spin 714 is Chromebook Plus eligible but there’s a newer, better model. And it’s cheaper than what I paid last year with a $130 discount.


  • How to run Windows 10 on a Chromebook

    How to run Windows 10 on a Chromebook

    In this tutorial we discuss how to run Windows 10 on a Chromebook or Chromebox, by using Parallels and Chrome Enterprise Upgrade.


  • 6 new Chromebook Plus models arrive at for purchase today

    Though we were hoping for all 8 new Chromebook Plus models to show up today, it looks like we’re not getting every model in stock at this point.


  • Google Chromebook Plus review roundup: A mixed bag

    Google Chromebook Plus review roundup: A mixed bag

    Google’s newest class of laptops are available today, which you can read a Chromebook Plus review on the device you’re interested in. Here’s a roundup of early thoughts.


  • Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 review: Unbelievably premium for just $400

    Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 review: Unbelievably premium for just $400

    The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 sets a new standard for affordable but premium Chromebooks, and for $400, it’s a steal


  • Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 review: Unbelievably premium for just $400

    Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 review: Unbelievably premium for just $400

    The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 sets a new standard for affordable but premium Chromebooks, and for $400, it’s a steal


  • We have almost every new Chromebook Plus model: some early thoughts [VIDEO]

    It’s been a little over a week since the official launch of Chromebook Plus, and we’re still reeling a bit from all that was unveiled at the event.


  • Silent Hill: Ascension coming to Android, is interactive and episodic, but it’s hardly a game

    If you love psychological horror games, and you’re already getting your fix this month with Google’s new content for Play Games and Google TV, then you’ll be happy to hear that everyone’s favorite horror game, Silent Hill, is coming to Android soon!


  • Quick fix: what are those circles on my Chrome tabs?

    Illustration by Samar Haddad / The Verge The issue You may have noticed recently that of the tabs on your Chrome browser have circles around the tab’s icon and that the icon itself is smaller and slightly faded. What’s that all about — and can I change them back?


  • Chrome Beta for Desktop Update

    The Chrome team is excited to announce the promotion of Chrome 119 to the Beta channel for Windows, Mac and Linux. Chrome 119.0.6045.


  • Chrome Dev for Desktop Update

    The Dev channel has been updated to 119.0.6045.9 for Windows, Mac and Linux.A partial list of changes is available in the Git log. Interested in switching release channels? Find out how. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.


  • Google Drive gets new ‘Activity’ tab so you can quickly manage file changes

    Over on the Google Workspace Updates blog today, Google announced that it’s adding an ‘Activity’ tab to the left-hand side bar of Drive. This new tab will help you quickly access and track comments, approvals, and access requests. It’s actually split into separate groupings once you click on it.


  • Long Term Support Channel Update for ChromeOS

    LTS-114 is being updated in the LTS channel to 114.0.5735.337 (Platform Version: 15437.74.0) for most ChromeOS devices. Want to know more about Long Term Support? Click here.


  • Why Chromebook Plus has me excited to return to the Pixel 8 Pro

    If you’ve been around Chrome Unboxed for any stretch of time, you know that part of what started this whole thing in the first place was my propensity to change phones. Over time, my phone swapping was replaced with Chromebook swapping, I started making content, and here we are today.


  • This Chrome extension lets you export your Google Bard AI chats for safekeeping

    Google just announced that it’s injecting Bard into Assistant to improve the once-amazing digital helper.Access will first be given to Pixel 8 and 8 Pro owners when the phones ship out, but for now, we’re stuck with regular ol’ Bard.


  • How not to sacrifice user experience in pursuit of Kubernetes cost optimization

    The success of any application depends on the user experience it provides. It’s no secret that a positive user experience is directly linked to customer satisfaction and long-term engagement. Cost optimization is important to an application’s success too, of course.


  • Stable Channel Update for ChromeOS / ChromeOS Flex

    The Stable channel is being updated to OS version: 15572.63.0 Browser version: 117.0.5938.157 for most ChromeOS devices.If you find new issues, please let us know one of the following waysFile a bugVisit our ChromeOS communitiesGeneral: Chromebook Help CommunityBeta Specific: ChromeOS Beta Help CommunityReport an issue or send feedback on ChromeInterested in switching channels? Find out how.


  • In wake of CEO departure controversy, Flexport announces another round of layoffs

    Yet more turmoil was announced by the beleaguered freight logistics software startup Flexport Inc. today, as it revealed plans to cut up to 30% of its workforce.


  • Chrome Dev for Android Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Dev 120 (120.0.6046.0) for Android. It’s now available on Google Play.You can see a partial list of the changes in the Git log. For details on new features, check out the Chromium blog, and for details on web platform updates, check here.


  • Pixel 8 Face Unlock is a massive feature addition that I totally missed

    Ever since Apple introduced FaceID on the iPhone and Google attempted to follow along with the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 Pro, I’ve been waiting for this feature to make a comeback on Google’s phones.


  • The Chrome Cast 242: Google’s Pixel 8 hardware event recap

    For this episode of The Chrome Cast, we dive into all the announcements from Google’s 10/4 hardware event. From a keynote that announced everything from the Pixel 8 Pro to the Pixel Watch 2 and generative AI everywhere, there’s clearly a lot to talk about.


  • How to use Adobe Photoshop on your Chromebook

    How to use Adobe Photoshop on your Chromebook

    A lot of Chromebook users, myself included, have been dying to get hands on Adobe Photoshop on Google’s laptop OS, but it was never possible before.


  • Veeam gets into the backup-as-a-service game for Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure

    Veeam Software Inc. Wednesday announced a couple of new offerings in the backup-as-a-service market: Cirrus by Veeam for Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure. I had a chance to get a pre-briefing with Veeam Chief Technology Officer Danny Allan and asked him what was behind this move.


  • Unlocking new possibilities on the Web

    Unlocking new possibilities on the Web

    SQLite on the web? Persistent access to local user files? Encoding and decoding video and audio? Using multiple screens? Bluetooth and USB? The Chrome team is hard at work adding new features and APIs that make new things possible on the web and on ChromeOS.


  • PSA: Google TV is packed with spooky TV shows and movies throughout the Halloween season

    October’s arrival not only paints the trees with a myriad of colors (not in Florida) but also ushers in a wave of ghoulish fun and thrilling experiences, and no, you’re not too old for that.


  • Is your laptop on the Chromebook Plus upgrade list?

    Is your laptop on the Chromebook Plus upgrade list?

    Roughly two dozen current laptops will get the Chromebook Plus upgrade. Here’s the list of them, along with reasons why your Chromebook might not be on it.


  • Chrome Stable for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Stable 118 (118.0.5993.58) for iOS; it’ll become available on App Store in the next few hours.This release includes stability and performance improvements. You can see a full list of the changes in the Git log.


  • Why the Fitbit Charge 6 is on my wrist instead of the Pixel Watch 2

    First things first: I can’t give any opinions on either wearable for now. We can talk about each one’s features and other public details for now, but I can’t weigh in on my thoughts. And that’s OK since I don’t have a ton of those just yet, anyway.


  • You should go take a look at Google’s new Chromebook Plus landing page

    There’s been a lot going on over the past week or so, right? A little over a week ago, we were in New York City to hear all about Chromebook Plus and now the Google Hardware Event has all of us talking about Google’s new mobile devices as well.


  • 2023 State of DevOps Report: Culture is everything

    2023 State of DevOps Report: Culture is everything

    In the face of rapid digital transformation, a positive organizational culture and user-centric design are the backbone of successful software delivery. And while Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the center of so many contemporary technical conversations, the impact of AI development tools on teams is still in its infancy.


  • Chrome Beta for iOS Update

    Hi everyone! We’ve just released Chrome Beta 119 (119.0.6045.5) for iOS; it’ll become available on App Store in the next few days.You can see a partial list of the changes in the Git log. If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug.Erhu AkpobaroGoogle Chrome


  • DuckDB shuns VC breadcrumbs so support isn’t all it’s quacked up to be

    Company behind popular in-process OLAP system feels weight of success DuckDB Labs is updating the support policy and flexible commercial support options for its in-process analytical database.…


  • Early Stable Update for Android

    Hi, everyone! We’ve just released Chrome 118 (118.0.5993.48) for Android to a small percentage of users: it’ll become available on Google Play over the next few days. You can find more details about early Stable releases here.This release includes stability and performance improvements.


  • Thinking on ways to solve RELATIVE COLORS

    Thinking on ways to solve RELATIVE COLORS

    In today’s GUI Challenge, @AdamArgyleInk shows you the CSS relative color syntax for creating color variants based on another color. 17 examples and use cases are shown to help you learn the capabilities and the syntax for this powerful color feature of CSS.


  • Google introduces phone-shaped housing for its AI tech

    Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro out, Chrome goliath ups support to seven years Google on Wednesday revealed its Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro model Android phones, and promised to support them in sickness and in health for seven years.…


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