Fun Stuff
How to Change Your Google Profile Picture
How to Change Your Google Profile Picture – By Marshall Gunnell How-To Geek
Your Google profile picture appears in all kinds of places. For example, when you leave a Google review or send someone an email in Gmail, people will see your profile picture. Here’s how you can change it.
11th Gen Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook for $299
Ballin’ on a budget: Grab an 11th Gen Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook for $299 – By Gabriel Brangers chromeunboxed.com
Looking for a new Chromebook that looks and feels like a flagship but doesn’t cost premium money? Today is your lucky day. Best Buy carries a low-end model of the popular Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook that features enough bells and whistles to consider itself somewhere between the “Plus” and “Premium” tiers.
Chromebook features to supercharge your productivity on Chrome OS 93
4 hidden Chromebook features to supercharge your productivity on Chrome OS 93 – By Kent Duke Android Police
Chrome OS 93 arrived for most Chromebooks last week, and it refines the core experience with polish (like adding a stylus battery indicator) to help make your device more enjoyable to use. It’s not the most exciting release out-of-the-box, but with a little tweaking on your end, you’ll be able to take advantage of some even-more-useful but experimental features that aren’t part of the default Chrome OS experience yet. Here are a few of them we’ve found that will help take your productivity to the next level.
Chromebook keeps important files at your fingertips
Chromebook keeps important files at your fingertips – By Alexander Kuscher blog.google
We’ve all taken a screenshot, only to have it disappear in a sea of icons on our desktop. Or downloaded a file to a computer…and struggled to find it again. And it can be hard to stay on task when you have to dig to find the document you need.
HP Chromebook x2 Chromebook tablet ($200 off)
The Snapdragon-powered HP Chromebook x2 Chromebook tablet is on sale for $399 ($200 off) – By Gabriel Brangers chromeunboxed.com
Robby’s still working up his full review of HP’s highly-anticipated x2 detachable Chromebook. I’ll do my best to omit any spoilers but I will say that this 2-in-1 Chromebook is a hard sell for me at its $599 MSRP. It’s not that there isn’t a lot to love, it’s just a lot of money for a device that isn’t nearly as powerful as some of the current Tiger Lake devices that are priced in the same range. That said, I love just about everything this thing offers as a premium 11″ tablet and it’s a worthy addition to your Chrome OS arsenal – if you happen to get it at a discount.
Chrome OS 93 begins rollout
Chrome OS 93 begins rollout – offers a better Android app experience, Tote previews, and more – By Michael Perrigo chromeunboxed.com
Chromebooks will now begin receiving an update to Chrome OS 93. there is a focus on polish and streamlining the user experience. From downloads to scanning and even user interface tweaks, this update really goes the distance to making Chromebook owners feel more confident in their choice of device. Let’s break down some of the things you can expect to run into after receiving it.
What Size TV Should You Buy?
What Size TV Should You Buy? – By Tim Brookes How-To Geek
If you’re shopping for a new TV, you might be tempted to buy the biggest model you can afford. While this sounds great on paper, you’ll be surprised how uncomfortable it can be to sit in front of a TV that’s simply too big for your watching environment.
Use Google Docs as a Book Writing Software
How to Use Google Docs as a Book Writing Software – By Johnathan Jaehnig MakeUseOf
You’re writing a book, but you’re not a rich author yet. Nonetheless, you still need free writing software. An auto-saving program. Software that allows you to access the draft from anywhere, track changes, and control who can edit it. Google Docs gives you a lot of tools that let you use the platform as your novel writing software.
A New Perspective on Earth’s Atmosphere
Razor Thin: A New Perspective on Earth’s Atmosphere – By Carmen Ang visualcapitalist.com
Earth is the only known planet that sustains life. Its atmosphere provides us with oxygen, protects us from the Sun’s radiation, and creates the barometric pressure needed so water stays liquid on our planet.
Lenovo Chromebook Duet review:
Lenovo Chromebook Duet review: this has no business costing so little – By Monica Chin The Verge
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is an impressive $279 convertible device.
Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet is far from flawless. But when you’re evaluating a device that starts at $279, the question isn’t “Is this a perfect device?” The question is: “Is this better than other stuff you can get for that price?”
Two 11th Gen Chromebooks under $500
Double Down: Two 11th Gen Chromebooks under $500 – By Gabriel Brangers chromeunboxed.com
In the market for a new Chromebook? Best Buy has some deals on a couple of the latest and greatest devices on the market and that means savings of up to $200 and some awesome new hardware. Both of these Chromebooks come bearing Intel’s latest Tiger Lake Core i3 CPU and 8GB of RAM which I feel is the sweet spot for Chrome OS. The 11th Gen Intel puts up monster benchmarks and the 8GB of RAM, as you know, is a welcome addition to any Chromebook.
Install Google Docs on your Chromebook
How to install Google Docs on your Chromebook and why you should – By Jack Wallen TechRepublic
If you’re a Google Docs power user who works with a Chromebook, this is one handy tip you’ll want to implement.
Keyboard Shortcuts that will Save You Time!
7 Keyboard Shortcuts that will Save You Time! – By Simpletivity YouTube
If you want to save time then you need to know your keyboard shortcuts! Windows gives us so many ways to be more efficient with a variety of keyboard shortcuts.
Chrome 93 Is Here for Mac, Windows
Chrome 93 Is Here for Mac, Windows, Android, and iPhone – By Dave LeClair How-To Geek
Google Chrome 93 is officially here. The latest version of the popular browser brings with it some incredibly useful features, and you can update right now on Mac, Windows, Android, and iPhone.
What Is Bluetooth?
What Is Bluetooth? – By Benj Edwards How-To Geek
Bluetooth: You’ve probably seen it on your smartphone, tablet, Mac, or PC, and you might know it has something to do with wireless communications or peripherals. But what is Bluetooth—and is it similar to Wi-Fi? We’ll explain.