Author: Dominic Reigns

As a senior analyst, I benchmark and review gadgets and PC components, including desktop processors, GPUs, monitors, and storage solutions on Aboutchromebooks.com. Outside of work, I enjoy skating and putting my culinary training to use by cooking for friends.

The Unsent Project archive holds more than 5 million anonymous text messages in 2026, written to first loves and never delivered. Started by artist Rora Blue in 2015 with just 100 submissions, the project now reviews 50 to 100 new entries every day. This post breaks down the latest user numbers, color trends, demographics, and growth data behind one of the internet’s largest emotional archives. Top Unsent Project Statistics for 2026 The archive holds over 5 million unsent messages as of 2026. Submissions grew 300% during the 2020 to 2021 pandemic period. Rora Blue manually reviews 50 to 100 submissions…

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Capturing images on a Chromebook in 2025 is easier than it looks. Though it doesn’t function like a phone or digital camera, it still lets you take clear and quick photos. Whether you’re using the built-in tool or extra software, your Chromebook offers many ways to snap and save your moments.  This manual will show you how to take photos on Chromebook, use video tools, and enhance your pictures with editing apps. Launching the Default Camera Tool on Chromebook Your Chromebook already has a built-in photo app that lets you take pictures easily. Here’s how to find and open it:…

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Looking to bring your Chromebook screen to life? A GIF wallpaper Chromebook setup lets you display animated visuals that make your desktop look fun and personal. In this manual, you’ll learn how to turn your favorite GIF into a moving background for your Chromebook — step by step. Follow along and transform your device with ease. Picking the Right GIF Wallpaper on Chromebook To begin, choose a GIF that fits your screen and isn’t too flashy. A calm, visually appealing loop works best for daily use. You can explore thousands of animations on sites like Tenor or Giphy using keywords.…

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When your Chromebook shows the “DHCP lookup failed” message, it means it can’t connect to the network. This issue usually appears when the device is unable to get an IP address from your router. Reasons may include bad settings, outdated software, or a mismatch with your router setup. Here are several ways to get rid of this error: Power Cycle Your Chromebook Restarting both your Chromebook and your modem or router can clear temporary problems and help form a new connection. Steps to follow: DeviceActionChromebookShut it down completelyRouter/ModemUnplug from power and wait for 30 secondsAfter 30 secPlug it back in…

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Q&A

Typing exponents is something you may need to do for math, science, or even daily tasks like writing measurements. If you use a Chromebook, there are different ways to type powers and special symbols using simple tools. This article will help you understand how to type exponents on Chromebook and use related formatting options. Everything mentioned here works with the latest version of Chrome OS and Google Docs. Inserting Exponents in Google Docs On Chromebook To place numbers or letters in raised form (like exponents), follow these steps in Google Docs: StepAction1Open your Google Docs document.2Highlight the number or letter…

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AI

Perplexity AI processed 780 million search queries in May 2025 alone, up from just 3,000 per day when the platform launched in 2022. The AI search engine now has over 45 million monthly active users, generates more than $148 million in annual recurring revenue, and carries a $20 billion valuation as of early 2026. These numbers put it among the fastest-growing AI startups in history — and the growth curve isn’t flattening. Perplexity Statistics: Key Numbers Perplexity AI has over 45 million monthly active users as of late 2025 The platform processes 780 million+ search queries per month as of…

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YouTube reached 2.53 billion monthly active users as of early 2025 and pulled in $36.1 billion in advertising revenue for the full year 2024, a 14.6% jump from $31.5 billion in 2023. The platform now accounts for 13.66% of Alphabet’s total revenue. With 500+ hours of video uploaded every minute and over 1 billion hours watched daily, YouTube remains the second most-visited website on the internet and the second-largest social media platform behind Facebook. Here’s where the numbers stand heading into 2026. YouTube Statistics and User Trends 2026: Key Statistics YouTube has 2.53 billion monthly active users globally, as of…

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Rolls completed: 0Current spin: 0 Do a barrel roll x2 x5 x10 x20 x100 Stop spinning Press Z on your keyboard for a single roll or R for two, the same shortcut Star Fox players used. The counter keeps a running total. What Is Do a Barrel Roll? Type do a barrel roll into Google and the entire results page spins through 360 degrees before landing the right way up. It takes about a second, it happens once per search, and it works on the live page with your real results still on it. The phrase comes from Star Fox…

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Snow depth: 0cmFrost: building Heavier snowfall Freeze the screen Defrost Clear the drifts Drag across the frozen glass to wipe a hole in it. Snow keeps falling behind whatever you clear, and it settles into drifts along the bottom of the frame. What Is the Let It Snow Easter Egg? Search let it snow and the results page starts snowing. Flakes drift down over the listings, frost creeps in from the edges until the screen is white, and your cursor becomes a scraper you can drag across the glass to see through it. A defrost button clears everything in one…

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Gmail processed over 121 billion emails per day in 2026 and counted 1.8 billion active users worldwide. That user base accounts for roughly 22% of the global population. As of 2026, Gmail held 30.7% of the email client market, second only to Apple Mail. These numbers have made Gmail the default inbox for startups, enterprises, and individual users across 150+ countries. Gmail Statistics: Key Numbers for 2026 Gmail has 1.8 billion active users as of 2026, with an average of 1.7 accounts per person. The platform processes 121 billion emails daily, about 30% of global email traffic. Gmail holds 30.7%…

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Using voice to type on a Chromebook can be helpful, especially when you want hands-free control or need accessibility support. But sometimes, this feature can get in the way, activating by mistake or picking up the wrong words. Whether you’re concerned about privacy or just want more accurate voice tools, learning how to turn off dictation on Chromebook is the first step. This manual will show you how to disable it easily and explore smarter alternatives for voice input and AI-generated speech. Understanding Chromebook Dictation and Reasons to Disable It On a Chromebook, dictation lets you speak instead of typing.…

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