After months of waiting, audio support never sounded so sweet. The latest Chrome OS 74 Dev Channel adds audio playback for Linux apps on Chromebooks.
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The Asus Chromebook Flip C434, expected to be available in March, has already appeared on Promevo’s website, costing $569.99 for the base model. You can’t buy it just yet, but this essentially confirms the starting price which provides an idea on prices for other configurations.
Pixelbook and Pixel Slate owners have been asking Google for the ability to remap the dedicated Assistant key. It looks like the option will be added to a future release of Chrome OS.
A short video demonstrates how virtual workspaces will work on a Chromebook. You’ll be limited to four desktops but that should be plenty for a huge productivity boost.
Did you miss the 10% off deal on the 4K Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630 earlier this month? Don’t sweat it: You can grab this 2-in-1device now for $629.99, which is a 30% discount from the list price.
Hopefully, Google will add optional Android widget support to Chromebooks in the future. Until that happens, give Taskbar a try: If you have a Chromebook running Android 9 Pie, you can use this app to add any Android widgets to your Chrome OS desktop view.
Tipped for a March release by Google, the Asus Chromebook Flip C434 was certified by the FCC a few days ago. Get your wallet ready since availability should be coming within the next few weeks for this powerful 14-inch 2-in-1 with slim bezels.
After getting pushed back from Chrome OS 73, audio support for Linux containers on Chromebooks is arriving in Chrome OS 74 according to the official Crostini documentation.
Curious what you’re actually installing when you add a Linux app to your Chromebook? A new dialog box, possibly ready for Chrome OS 73, will provide the app name, version and details before you click that install button.
With a feature freeze date of next week for Chrome OS 74, there’s been a slew of activity by developers to implement the Linux backup and restore feature on Chromebooks in time to make the cut. Here’s what it will look like.
At $599, the HP Chromebook X2 surprised me last year as a great productivity device for all but the heaviest power users who need more performance and memory. Today you can nab this detachable for $399 if you’re a my Best Buy member.