by dbadmin | Aug 8, 2025 | Chromebooks, Google Chrome OS, News, Steam
Steam on Chrome OS support began as a beta test in early 2022. After graduating to a beta later that year, progress slowed down. Now users are being informed that the beta is slated to end as 2026 gets started. Choosing a Chromebook over a standard PC laptop can make...
by dbadmin | Jun 23, 2025 | Features, Google Chrome OS, Google Chromebook Plus
As an elder member of Gen-Z, every screen in my life has its purpose. My small screen (my phone) is there for personal communication, ordering food, and mindlessly scrolling memes on the internet. My big screen (my TV) takes on the role of in-home entertainment,...
by dbadmin | Apr 2, 2025 | Chromebooks, Google Chrome OS, Google Gemini, Mediatek, News
Credit: Supplied by MediaTek MediaTek has announced the Kompanio Ultra chip for Chromebooks. The chip supports Gemini, but we’ll have to wait for more details from Google next month. Otherwise, the new processor is effectively the Dimensity 9400 flagship chip with a...
by dbadmin | Mar 20, 2025 | Chromebooks, Google Chrome OS, News
NotebookLM, Google’s AI-powered note-taking app, will soon be preinstalled on Chromebooks. This is evidenced by a new code change submitted to the Chromium Gerrit. The code change adds the NotebookLM web app to the list of preinstalled web apps in Chrome OS. Google...
by dbadmin | Mar 7, 2025 | Chromebooks, Google, Google Chrome OS, News
Credit: C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Chrome OS 134 is introducing a new feature to help users extend their Chromebook’s battery lifespan. The feature allows users to set a maximum charge limit, such as 80%, to reduce battery degradation. The update is expected...
by dbadmin | Jan 31, 2025 | Acer, Chromebooks, Deals, Gaming, Google Chrome OS, News
Credit: Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority Chromebooks are simple, fast, and very functional. They are also usually pretty affordable, but there are some exceptions. Gaming Chromebooks like the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE are pricier. This one usually costs $649, but you...