Here’s what Android apps look like in Chrome OS split-screen view
Android apps on Chrome OS will soon be getting the ability to run in split-screen mode on the platform, bringing much-needed multitasking functionality.
Google Assistant one step closer to marrying Chrome OS, report says
Although the Pixelbook already supports Google Assistant, recent notes found in the Chrome OS code show that Google is getting closer to baking the feature directly into the operating system. Availability will depend on the manufacturer, but when will the feature become widely available on Chromebooks?
Google adds tablet-friendly features in the latest Chrome OS 64 build
Google has added a couple of new tablet- and touchscreen-friendly features to Chrome OS, including a new screenshot method.
Acer is tight-lipped about its Chrome OS tablet pictured at Bett 2018 Show
An image posted to Twitter revealing a Chome OS tablet manufactured by Acer is no longer online. The device was spotted during the Bett 2018 Show education-focused convention, and not officially announced by Acer. It may be the rumored "Scarlet" Chrome OS tablet appearing in rumors over hte last year.
Acer updates the Chromebook Spin 11 with a slimmer figure and Pentium CPU
Acer revealed three new products during the Bett Show 2018 convention, one of which is a refreshed Chromebook Spin 11.
Chrome OS may soon get Android notification badges
Google's Chrome OS may soon take another cue from Android by borrowing the notifcation badges added in Oreo.
Future versions of Chrome OS won’t pause Android apps when switching windows
A beta version of Chrome OS now includes a toggle called Android Parallel Tasks that enables true Android app multi-tasking on Chromebooks.
Google finally killed the Pixel-C, but the Pixelbook has all the same problems
The Pixel-C was a failed experiment at unifying our digital lives. Unfortunately, the Pixelbook inherits all of the same problems.
As promised, Google is killing off Chrome Apps everywhere but Chrome OS
As it promised in a blog post in August 2016, Google has begun the process of killing off Chrome Apps on every platform but Chrome OS.
Microsoft Office suite finally arrives on Chromebooks via Google Play Store
At long last, the Microsoft Office suite is now officially available for Chromebooks via the Google Play Store.
Google to add Android-like in-line notification replies to Chrome OS
Google is going to add in-line notification replies to its Chrome OS, making Chromebooks that bit better at socializing.
Dear Google: Integrate Android and Chrome OS, or stop making $1,000 Chromebooks
Google spent a lot of timing working on the Pixelbook’s design, and very little making sure Chrome OS and Android play nicely.
Chromebook multitasking to improve with ‘split view’ (with one big catch)
Google will be improving multitasking on Chromebooks by bringing Chrome OS split view.
Is Google’s Pixelbook a worthy competitor to the Surface Pro?
We pit the Google Pixelbook vs. Microsoft Surface Pro to see which high-end 2-in-1 best represents its respective platform.
Google’s high-end Pixelbook packs a punch, and it starts at just $1,000
Google held a press event on October 4 to showcase new products, one of which was a new high-end Google Pixelbook.
Google adds Android app support to additional Chromebooks
Google adds 16 more Chromebooks to the list of officially supported machines that can install Android apps.
Google just made it a lot easier to print from Chrome OS
Version 59 of Chrome OS has a new "Native Printing" feature, which is to say that it can directly connect to all compatible printers.
You can stop waiting for Andromeda, Google’s mash-up of Chrome OS, Android
Google has reportedly canceled its plans for a mashup of Chrome OS and Android, code-named Andromeda, as well as new hardware.
Tethering update will make it easier than ever to keep your Chromebook online
A new Canary build of the Chrome OS has a nonfunctioning Instant Tethering feature, suggesting it could be coming to Chromebooks.
Latest Canary build of Chrome OS has much-requested Night Light feature
The latest preview build of Chrome OS has added night mode functionality, after years of requests from users.
Here's everything to expect at Acer's 2017 press conference, and how to watch it
Acer's 2017 press event is nearly upon us, and we're expecting news about Chromebooks, VR, laptops, and more. Here's how to watch it.
A Chrome OS version of Lenovo’s Yoga Book might not be on the way after all
The anticipated Chrome OS version of Lenovo's Yoga Book might not make it to market, if some Chromium code is accurate.
Google releases Chrome OS 57 to stable channel, adds features for tablet mode
Google releases Chrome 57 to stable channels, adding in a couple of tablet-friendly features to go with the usual bug fixes.
Schools have new, more integrated options for running Office 365 on Chrome OS
Neverware has created a version of its CloudReady platform that brings Office 365 integration to low-end Chrome OS machines.
You can install desktop apps on Windows 10 Cloud if you try hard enough
A method has been discovered to bypass the application installation limitation that Microsoft built into Windows 10 Cloud.
Acer looks to appeal to the education market with its Chromebook Spin 11
Acer is at the British Education and Training Technology (BETT) Show in London to take the wraps off its 2-in-1 Chromebook Spin 11.
New functionality could soon lead to Google's Chrome OS in tablet form
Chrome OS is getting more and more functional, and the operating system now supports Android apps. Could that result in Chrome OS tablets?
Google: All Chromebooks launched in 2017 will run Android apps
All Chromebooks launched in 2017 will run Android apps, along with the extensive list of older machines already slated to receive support.
AOpen’s Chromebase Mini is a Chrome OS tablet with enterprise appeal
AOpen announced the Chromebase Mini, a tablet that's been designed specifically for enterprise usage in customer-facing scenarios.
Android 7.1 apps will finally soon be supported on the Chrome OS
Chrome OS has been able to run Android apps for a while now, but its underlying software has lagged a little behind.
Samsung’s new Chromebooks should make Microsoft and Intel nervous
Samsung's new Chromebooks may signal a new battle. On one side is ARM and Chrome OS -- on the other, Intel and Windows.
A Chrome OS version of Lenovo's Yoga Book 2-in-1 PC will ship some time in 2017
Lenovo's Jeff Meredith recently confirmed in an interview that the company will release a Yoga Book in 2017 that sports Google's Chrome OS platform.
Latest Chrome OS update adds a few visual tweaks and squashes bugs
A new update to Chrome OS adds quick view functionality for files, alongside a couple of sensible user interface tweaks.
Google Play Store support expanded to more Chromebooks on developer build
Google has continued expanding support for its Play Store on Chromebooks, adding Acer and Samsung notebooks to the list.