As we continue our coverage of the upcoming Googlebook lineup ahead of Google’s expected fall launch event, the puzzle pieces for another major hardware partner have officially locked into place. Joining devices like Dell’s Googlebook XPS 13 'Mica' and Lenovo’s 'Duet m' detachable, HP is preparing … [Read more...] about The upcoming Snapdragon-powered HP Googlebook 14c looks official
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Acer’s new Chromebook 315 is wildly affordable and points to the real future of Chromebooks
We tend to talk a lot about the top end of the market around here. Between the looming arrival of Googlebook and the likely sunset of high-end Chromebook Plus hardware in the consumer space, it is easy to wonder just what the future of Chromebooks will be outside of the EDU and enterprise sectors … [Read more...] about Acer’s new Chromebook 315 is wildly affordable and points to the real future of Chromebooks
Lenovo’s ‘Sapphire’ 13-inch Googlebook tablet gets a name: Googlebook Duet m
Tracking unreleased hardware behind the scenes is always a fun game of connecting development code names to real-world products. For months, we’ve been keeping a close eye on 'Sapphire' - a 13-inch MediaTek-powered detachable tablet that stands out as the only tablet-style form factor currently in … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s ‘Sapphire’ 13-inch Googlebook tablet gets a name: Googlebook Duet m
The best Chromebook deals today
For those of you who simply want the best deals on any given day in one place that is easy to see, understand, and digest, this will be your spot. Bookmark it for later and be sure to make this a priority spot to visit down the road when the time comes to shop for the right Chromebook at the right … [Read more...] about The best Chromebook deals today
Why Google Will Almost Certainly Host a Dedicated Event for the Googlebook Launch
Having covered Chromebook, Chromebook Plus and Google hardware announcements for over a decade, I’ve watched plenty of speculation swirl as major launch windows approach. With Google’s August 12 Made by Google event coming up this week and IFA Berlin opening in early September, I’ve seen a lot of … [Read more...] about Why Google Will Almost Certainly Host a Dedicated Event for the Googlebook Launch
It’s official: Gemini will completely replace the Google Assistant on phones next month
The Google Assistant has been slowly replaced by Gemini across all services, but the official end is now near. Google is now sending out emails to users confirming that Google Assistant on mobile devices is being discontinued, with the mandatory transition to Gemini kicking off on September 4, … [Read more...] about It’s official: Gemini will completely replace the Google Assistant on phones next month
I’m loving the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Samsung adding 1 million units proves I’m not alone
A few days ago, I wrote a post about my initial hesitancy with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8. After waiting months for it to arrive, my first 24 hours were filled with unexpected friction: my thumb kept blocking the shorter outer screen when scrolling feeds, the inner display felt weirdly oriented for … [Read more...] about I’m loving the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Samsung adding 1 million units proves I’m not alone
Acer Googlebook 14 leaks confirm Intel Panther Lake, OLED, and more
Following the leak of Dell’s XPS 13 Googlebook, the 2.2-pound ASUS Googlebook, and the Lenovo's multi-Googlebook lineup, another major launch partner’s flagship has come into focus. As one of the foundational hardware partners of the Chromebook era over the past 15 years, Acer is preparing its own … [Read more...] about Acer Googlebook 14 leaks confirm Intel Panther Lake, OLED, and more
High-res ASUS Googlebook renders have leaked, and this thing looks gorgeous
Earlier this week, we covered the initial leaks surrounding the ASUS Googlebook CX9406 - a 2.2-pound ceramic-alloy beast packing Intel's next-gen Panther Lake (Core Ultra Series) silicon, up to 64GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and Google's now-signature lid-mounted Glowbar. Now, Digital Citizen has published … [Read more...] about High-res ASUS Googlebook renders have leaked, and this thing looks gorgeous
It looks like Dell’s initial Googlebook will be the XPS 13
As we continue to track the Googlebook devices currently in development ahead of Google’s expected fall launch window, watching the hardware picture come into focus has been pretty fascinating. While Lenovo stepped into the spotlight first with leaked marketing renders for its 13-inch 'Sapphire' … [Read more...] about It looks like Dell’s initial Googlebook will be the XPS 13
Google is officially bringing Gemini in Classroom to students of all ages
Google is rolling out an update to its education ecosystem, officially expanding Gemini in Google Classroom to students of all ages. Starting August 10, K-12 and higher education students who have been granted access by their administrators will be able to tap into Gemini AI directly within their … [Read more...] about Google is officially bringing Gemini in Classroom to students of all ages
I almost returned my new Galaxy Z Fold 8 today and instead learned a valuable lesson about the Googlebook launch
That's a strange title, I know. But it absolutely happened and the resulting recalibration provided some serious insight about how I view the relationships between functionality, potential, and creature comforts when it comes to personal tech and computing. Switching to a brand-new piece of … [Read more...] about I almost returned my new Galaxy Z Fold 8 today and instead learned a valuable lesson about the Googlebook launch
