A new option to code on a Chromebook: VSCode.dev
Microsoft this week announced an online version of its popular VS Code integrated development environment (IDE), bringing a new option for people who want to code on a Chromebook.
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Chromebook productivity
Pixel 6 launch hope: Run Android apps on a Chromebook from the phone
My hope though for today’s Pixel 6 launch event? Google shows off a feature to run Android apps on a Chromebook from the phone. Here’s why.
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Hyper supplements its Works with Chromebook docks with new USB Type-C adapters
Earlier this year Hyper introduced some Works with Chromebook docks, and now the company is expanding the product line. One is a USB Type-C to Type-A 10Gbps Adapter while the other is a USB-Type C 4K 60Hz HDMI Adapter.
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How to install and use Google’s new Cursive app for Chromebooks
Google’s Cursive app for Chromebooks, originally exclusive to the new HP Chromebook X2 11, is now widely available. Here’s how to install and use it, even if without a pen-enabled Chromebook.
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How to add full restore on a Chromebook to reopen all apps in Chrome OS 92
If you want to add a full restore on a Chromebook to reopen all apps from the previous session, you can do it. Here’s how to enable and use the experimental flag in Chrome OS 92.
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Microsoft is pushing Chromebooks to run Office on web? Not exactly.
Based on reports that opening individual Office for Android apps on a Chromebook, it appears that Microsoft is pushing Chromebooks to run Office on the web. Is it though?
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Individual app notification settings coming to Chrome OS?
Tired of app notification overload on your Chromebook? A future version of Chrome OS may get individual app notification settings.
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There’s an experimental Chrome OS flag coming to sort apps on Chromebooks
After years of waiting, it appears that an upcoming version of Chrome OS will allow you to sort apps on Chromebooks. Huzzah!
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Poll: Are you using Linux on your Chromebook?
While it’s not a perfect secondary app solution, Linux on your Chromebook can be useful. Scary to some, yes, but still useful. Are you using it?
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Using Zoom on a Chromebook is much better with a new PWA (Update: now available)
On Tuesday, the Google Play Store will have a new Zoom progressive web app available, making Zoom on a Chromebook a much improved experience with more desktop-like features.
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Linux on Chromebooks: Underappreciated versatility as an app solution
Linux on Chromebooks is an oft-underappreciated option to extend the versatility of Chrome OS. Here’s a recent example of adding a music score composition app, complete with audio playback.
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