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08/22/2024

You can now buy the new 4th-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat!

It's been nearly a decade since Google last graced us with an update to its flagship smart thermostat, but the wait is finally over! The fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat is now available for order! This revamped smart thermostat brings a sleek, modern design and a host of new features to h...

08/22/2024

The new Lenovo Chromebook Duet is fully revealed in a new leak of the supporting user guide that shows specs and images of the new detachable.

Here in the Chromebook world, we don't usually get a lot of splash over from leak culture. Sure, we find clues here and there about upcoming devices, learn about their potential specs, and get a bit of insight on what a device might bring to the table via the Chromium Gerrit; but outright leaks just...

08/22/2024

Finally, I feel like Google has really taken a leap forward with video capture on Pixel phones thanks to Dual Exposure on the Pixel 9 series.

So, yesterday was the day that all the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL videos hit the web; and I was a tad nervous. Having penned my initial post-embargo article fawning over how much I'm loving the Pixel 9 Pro XL, I was a bit concerned that I'd have a bit of egg...

08/21/2024

I was fully prepared to get our review units of the Pixel 9 series and check them out, make some content, and move on. But I'm head over heels for the Pixel 9 Pro XL right now, and there are a bunch of reasons why.

About a week ago, our review units of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL arrived in the office and I was only partially interested in checking them out. While I tend to like Pixel phones just fine, the last couple iterations have been devices I've largely lived without. For me,...

08/21/2024

The Lenovo Chromebox Micro is a tiny, purpose-built device made for digital signage. But does this little guy have what it takes to be more than just a signage solution?

Lenovo Chromebox Micro MSRP - $249.00 ★★★★ The Lenovo Chromebox Micro is a solid offering with a very specific target audience. Pros Pocket-sized Great port selection Charges with battery pack Fanless Cons Limited performance Only 32GB storage ChromeOS has always been a bit of a chameleon .....

08/21/2024

Right now, there are 3 Chromebooks you can get for under $250 that you should not miss.

While most students are back in school at this point in the year, this is still the time many are on the lookout for great deals on solid Chromebooks. While big savings are obviously on the horizon late in the fall, don't make the mistake of thinking there aren't fantastic deals out there on some...

08/21/2024

After 15 years of Chrome Sync, the time is here for an updated, modern approach to bringing your browsing data with you in Chrome for Android.

Google Chrome is by far the most-used browser in the world. It has a massive user base on both desktop and Android, and it is about to get a long-overdue update to how it handles your data. If you're tired of manually fiddling with sync settings or the outdated login screen that doesn't really match...

08/20/2024

Even at full retail, the Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus is one of our favorites. At just $349, it becomes a 100% buy-it-now device.

Of all the Chromebook Plus models currently available, the Lenovo Flex 5i is always at the top of the list of my favorites. And the reasoning is pretty clear: it does a lot right for the price. After all, isn't that what really defines a great Chromebook experience? There are devices that cost $700-...

08/20/2024

With the release of Pixel Watch 3, the time of the Fitbit-branded smartwatch is coming to an end.

It's been three years since Google acquired Fitbit, and the landscape of smartwatches has shifted significantly in that time frame. Last week at the Made By Google event, the company unveiled the Pixel Watch 3, and with it the writing on the wall is now confirmed that Fitbit will no longer be making...

08/20/2024

Chrome for Android might soon let you redact sensitive information when screen-sharing or recording and I think it would make a lot of sense on Chromebooks!

We all know that protecting our personal data is vital but sometimes, in the rush of a screen-sharing session with colleagues or a presentation to a larger group, those sensitive details can slip through the cracks, especially in form fields. Well, it looks like Google is working on a new feature to...

08/20/2024

New updates are rolling out for Google Meet on Android, and between the UI changes, emojis, stacked effects, and on-the-go mode, there's a lot here for users to love.

Google Meet is starting to roll out a pretty big update to its video calling experience, and it is one that Google says is designed to make connections with friends, family, and colleagues more enjoyable and seamless than ever. There's a bit of a UI overhaul, stackable effects, screen sharing, emoji...

08/19/2024

Announced a full year ago, Google is finally delivering on Zoom Enhance, and it is already rolling out for Pixel 8 Pro users.

Google included a long-awaited surprise on Tuesday at their Made by Google event by finally announcing the wider availability of its much-anticipated Zoom Enhance feature. Not only will it be included in the upcoming Pixel 9 Pro series, it's also rolling out to the Pixel 8 Pro as well. In case you h...

08/19/2024

Google Lens is rolling out to Chrome desktop and Chromebooks so you can "drag to search" anything on your screen. Here's how you can try it out now if you aren't seeing it on your device.

Over the past few years, AI has been quietly revolutionizing the Chrome experience without many of us even noticing, making it faster, safer, and more helpful. From blocking malicious sites to providing real-time captions, Google says AI is often working behind the scenes to enhance your browsing. N...

08/19/2024

Over the last few days, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold was listed as out of stock, but it has come back in one color at the Google Store for now.

Google's second stab at a foldable phone, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, is apparently flying off of virtual shelves already at the Google Store just days after its release. A few days ago, 9to5 Google reported that all models were listed as out of stock, but as of this morning, at least one model/color is.....

08/19/2024

Huge overhaul in Chromebook deals to start the week! See if your most wanted is on the list!

Hence, this post that will be updated on a near-daily basis to reflect the best Chromebooks out there that are currently on sale. We want to shine a consistent light on Chromebooks that offer great value and give you - the consumer - an easy way to sort through deals that can sometimes get a...

08/18/2024

It looks like you'll be able to use the USB-C to expand storage and more on the Google TV Streamer!

The recently unveiled Google TV Streamer has caught my attention with its sleek, minimalist design and upgraded internals. Sporting just three ports - HDMI, Ethernet, and USB-C - the device might seem a bit sparse at first glance but it looks like the USB Type C port has a trick up its sleeve that w...

08/18/2024

The features for the Pixel 9 lineup of phones are vast, but one very important upgrade that affects day-to-day use for all users didn't get mentioned on stage: the Pixel 9's modem.

Over the years, it's no secret that Google's Tensor-powered Pixel phones have faced criticism for their modem performance. Google's phones have been plagued by unreliable connectivity and battery drain issues since making the move to Tensor. However, as now confirmed by Android Authority, the Pixel....

08/17/2024

Back in May, an experiment was being run to launch ChromeOS in a container on Android, and now that I'm using the Pixel 9 Pro XL, I want that reality so badly.

I've been unashamedly rocking a Samsung phone for the past few years. I first moved to the Galaxy S23 Ultra and then leveraged a killer deal to snag the Z Fold 5 as well. Between the two, I've been pretty happy - if a tad bit uninspired - with the phone in my pocket for...

08/16/2024

We're still a few weeks away from the Pixel Watch 3's arrival, but trade-in offers are here now and are far better than expected.

The Pixel Watch 3 is still a few weeks from hitting store shelves, but there are plenty of users already making plans to get their hands on Google's latest watch when it arrives on September 10th. Retailers are fully aware of this, and as a result, there are some pretty competitive trade-in offers f...

08/16/2024

Pixel Buds Pro 2 pre-orders are up at multiple outlets but Best Buy has an offer you don't want to miss!

Google's latest earbuds, the Pixel Buds Pro 2, are generating some buzz around the Chrome Unboxed office as we wait for the official launch on September 26th. I'm hoping to get hands-on soon but the new design and AI features have me intrigued. If you've been following along, you may have noticed th...

08/16/2024

Gemini Live is seriously impressive on Android, and that makes me want it all the more on my Chromebook.

This week, I've been pretty blown away by Gemini Live. When I saw it debuted during the Made By Google event on Tuesday, I was very interested. But now that I've had it on my phone for a couple days, I'm far more impressed. While obviously not perfect, this new conversational ability for Gemini feel...

08/16/2024

Looking around a bit this morning, I am pleasantly surprised to see how many cases are already available for the Pixel Watch 3.

I remember when the Pixel Watch - the first one - arrived on the scene. As a new product, the number of cases and watch bands was quite limited early on, and every new protective cover, screen protector or watch band that hit the market was exciting to see. Since then, the available options have...

08/15/2024

In very quick fashion, Google is already beginning the roll-out of Gemini Live for Pixel users and those with Samsung devices.

Google's latest AI breakthrough is Gemini Live, and it is rolling out today on Pixel and other Android phones. Announced at Made by Google 2024 earlier this week, this feature lets you have free-flowing conversations with Gemini, making it even easier to explore complex topics, brainstorm ideas, or....

08/15/2024

ChromeOS 127 is rolling out to users, and though it doesn't have any massive, headlining features, there are quite a few changes under the hood with this update.

ChromeOS 127 is rolling out to users and comes with quite a few new features, though none of them are the big, headlining changes we sometimes get with a ChromeOS update. Upgrades range from accessibility improvements to video conferencing enhancements, and it should all be arriving for users over t...

08/15/2024

In all my excitement about the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet yesterday, it didn't hit me that "Plus" isn't in the name. And that's odd for a few reasons.

In all my excitement yesterday posting about the new, now-official Lenovo Chromebook Duet with MediaTek's Kompanio 838 inside, I didn't even register the fact that "Plus" wasn't included in the naming scheme. While definitely not a necessity, the fact that this new tablet won't be a Plus-branded mod...

08/14/2024

Google Classroom is 10 years old! Here's how Classroom has changed learning over the past decade and a look at its AI-powered vision for the future.

In 2014, a group of Google employees, many with backgrounds in education, launched Google Classroom with a simple goal: create a "mission control" for teachers. A decade later, thanks to continuous collaboration with schools and educators around the world, Google Classroom has blossomed from a strai...

08/14/2024

I've largely abandoned Google Assistant on my smart speakers and smart displays. But if Gemini Live is any indication, I might be sold on smart home hardware once again.

Lately, it feels like the smarter AI chatbots have become, the more useless my smart speakers and smart displays are. I think it's been a double-edged sword that has caused such a sharp decline in usefulness, but it has most definitely been felt. On one hand, you simply have a resource gap. Once Goo...

08/14/2024

I've used Google's Weather App for years, but it was always sorely missing a precipitation map. The upcoming update fixes that, however.

For years at this point, I've used the different incarnations of Google's Weather app. From widgets to the web app to the included app in Android, it's the simple, straightforward weather solution I've relied on for a long time. Recent additions like the real-time rain gauge have proven useful and I...

08/14/2024

After the whirlwind that was Google's hardware event yesterday, we're already starting to see some really sweet deals on the new Pixel 9 series of phones.

After Google's whirlwind event yesterday, we knew the deals on the latest Pixel phones would begin arriving immediately. And one of the best overall offers is from Best Buy right now, netting you a solid few options on trade-in towards Google's new phones while also offering up a fantastic $200 gift...

08/14/2024

After months of speculation and detective work, we're happy to announce that the new Lenovo Chromebook Duet is official and on the way.

Yep, you are reading that right! After months of heavy speculation and detective work, the new Chromebook tablet from Lenovo is now out in the open for all to see. Sure, it's still a tad bit hidden and only viewable if you know where to look (we got a heads-up from a reader), but the...

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Here's a quick unboxing of the NEW Google Pixel 9 series. Which one are you going for? Pre-order here 👉 https://howl.me/cmVFxIVK77p

No, this is not a Chromebook - this is the Pixel Tablet rocking the new eiP Magnetix keyboard case! This case features a magnetic backlit keyboard/trackpad, a pen slot, an adjustable stand, shortcut keys, and crazy long battery life. Learn more here 👉 https://bit.ly/4cGncwj

Google held a Chromebook event in NYC last week to unveil new hardware and tons of new software features for ChromeOS! We've got full coverage on the website along with TWO NEW YOUTUBE videos and a podcast interview with Stella Shannon from the ChromeOS team! Check it out 👉 https://chromeunboxed.com/

Is this the NEW King of Chromebooks?! Check out our full unboxing for all the details!

HP x360 14c Chromebook Plus vs. Non-Branded Model! Watch this before you buy! Buy the non-branded version here 👉️ https://howl.me/ck5PV2a78DO

LAST CALL 🚨 This is your last chance to win the ultimate LG & Cameyo Business Bundle for ChromeOS! If you’re a business owner, IT decision-maker, or even just someone who works for a company that could benefit from this bundle, you don’t want to miss this one! Enter to win here 👉️ chromeunboxed.com/business

The Pixel Tablet doesn't come with a Pen and Google doesn't make an official one, either. Thankfully, there are companies like Penoval with their USI 2.0 Pen that can fill the gap to add a quality pen experience to the Pixel Tablet. Click here to buy a Penoval USI 2.0 pen 👉️ https://bit.ly/3K2elsO #ad

Is this the BEST CHROMEBOOK ever made? Here's a quick unboxing of the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook but stay tuned for our full unboxing and impressions coming soon.

Looking for a USI pen for your Chromebook? Well, you should definitely check out this new USI 2.0 pen from Penoval! Shop here: https://amzn.to/3WIDEDw 👉️ Promo Code: 05Unboxed

So, Tesla has a custom Chrome browser??

You can now unlock your Stadia controller!

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3i Chromebook Hands-On at CES 2023

One of the first Chromebooks we had the opportunity to check out in Las Vegas at CES 2023 was the brand-new Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3i that was announced a few weeks back. If you recall, this Chromebook brings a lot to the table for an affordable device and could greatly change the landscape of low-priced, consumer-facing Chromebooks over the course of the next year. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Wi5dTW

Fornite Chapter 4 INSANE graphics on a Chromebook 🤩

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at what it was like to go to the Google Pixel 7 hardware event! What device are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments ✌️

The Chrome Cast 10K Giveaway

We're on the run to 10,000 subscribers on our podcast channel and you could win a brand new Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 or one of 5 Lenovo Smart Clock Essentials along the way! Enter to win here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3vV8Yo2

Pixel Buds Pro Hands-On

The all-new Made by Google Pixel Buds Pro are in the office! Are these your next wireless earbuds? Full impressions video 👉 https://bit.ly/3zBahK2

Logitech's EDU Strategy With Gaurav Bradoo

Gaurav Bradoo from Logitech explains how they think about developing products for the classroom! 👉 This clip is from a 3-part series that we did in partnership with Logitech! Watch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/3RChYYs

Best Tech For Educators #shorts

Amy Mayer from friEdTechnology explains what tools are a must-have for educators! 👉 This clip is from a 3-part series that we are doing in partnership with Logitech! Watch the full episode and enter our giveaway here: https://bit.ly/3RChYYs

Logitech 30 ChromePacks

Educators & Schools: Don't miss your chance to win 30 Logitech ChromePacks to outfit an entire classroom! Ends this Sunday, July 31, 2022. Enter to win here 👉 https://bit.ly/3OUP4Ax

The Pixel 6a might be Google's best mid-range phone to date! It features Google's own Tensor SoC, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, 6.1" 60hz OLED display, dual rear camera system, and the Pixel software experience! It costs $449 and is available for pre-order now. What do you think? Is this your next phone? Full unboxing here: https://bit.ly/3PHKPZV