In May of 2011, Google launched its Chrome OS Chromebooks. They never really caught on with the masses. However, it seems that the project is not over as a Sony VAIO Chromebook called the Sony VAIO VCC111 Series has leaked out through the FCC complete with specifications and photos. If it makes it to shelves, [...]
According to leaks, Google is working on its next-generation version of the Android mobile operating system dubbed Android 5.0, code named Jelly Bean, that will succeed Ice Cream Sandwich. Jelly Bean may potentially see a debut mid-year at the Google I/O conference, and it’s unclear if Google intends on debuting Jelly Bean with a new [...]
Google has finally made offline eBook reading available via their Chrome web app. Now users can save the books for offline reading right in the browser and not have to worry about having an Internet connection in order to access them. For some reason it’s taking Google a really long time to get their act [...]
We’re still not quite sure how many people bought a Google Chromebook the first go around but Google is putting some pretty enticing things on the table for the Chromebooks second go-round. Just in time for the holidays, Google has announced that Samsung will be introducing a new black version of the company’s Wi-Fi only [...]
So, Google announced this whole Chrome OS idea back in 2009. A laptop OS that would allow users to jump right onto the web. And nothing but the web. There were promises of awesome web apps that would run from the cloud. People were excited that Google was jumping into this arena. Late last year, [...]
This shouldn’t come as a real surprise to Tablet watchers, but there are reports that we’re starting to see some casualties in the ranks of promised as well as delivered Tablets. First up is word that the Entourage eDGe digital content store is closing down and that is fueling speculation (probably very accurate speculation) that [...]
It appears that some lucky individuals have been greeted with Google’s CR-48 prototype Chromebook on their doorsteps over the last few days. Sounds perfectly normal, right? Wrong. These people applied for the pilot program all the way back in December and hadn’t heard anything from Google until the new hardware arrived. What makes this even [...]
The second day of Google I/O at the Moscone Center in San Francisco was a departure from the Android-centric day that took place yesterday. Today, Google’s focus was on Chrome. Chrome the operating system and Chrome the browser. And what conference wouldn’t be complete without some sort of Angry Birds announcement. Below, you’ll find the [...]
Today at the second day of Google I/O, Google announced two models of Chrome OS powered Chromebooks made by Samsung and Acer, which will be available to consumers around the world starting June 15th. The announcement is the culmination of the CR-48 pilot program that was launched last year at Google’s Chrome OS event in [...]
Some are surprised by this and some seem not to be. I’m in the latter camp. Google is apparently working on a Tablet version of Chrome OS. CNet is reporting that some details in the Chrome OS source code point to some Tablet (read touch) optimized features such as a virtual keyboard and a new [...]
Just curious. If the reports/rumors are true that Asus may be launching a Google Chrome Netbook somewhere between $200 and $250 does that interest you? The fad that was Netbooks has certainly died down quite a bit as the industry tries to deal with its love affair with Tablets (or is that an affliction?). Oh, [...]
Look out, Chrome OS. Previously restricted to a handful of notebooks and netbooks, the instant-on companion OS called Splashtop is now open for all Windows-based PCs for free. On top of that, this web browser-based system now has access to the Chrome Web Store, making it firmly competitive with Chrome OS while remaining a companion [...]
Don’t let the headline deceive you. This isn’t about hacking the Google Chrome OS onto a Tablet. Instead it is running the Google Chrome browser, and more specifically the Google Web App Store, which in essence offers you most of what the Chrome OS will offer on a Tablet. In this case I’m using the [...]
We’ve already covered the benefits of Chrome OS and cloud computing extensively. But as you can guess by the title of this article, this article is going to have a negative tone. I’ve been playing with the Chrome Cr-48 for a week now. While there are many features that are cool in theory, I don’t think [...]
According to Google, all Chrome OS notebooks will come with Verizon 3G built in. The Cr-48 is no exception. One of the first things I did when I am boxed the CR 48 last night was to set up mobile broadband on the device. Set up was pretty painless, but there’s much more than meets [...]
Last night FedEx dropped off Google’s first Chrome OS notebook. The Cr-48 isn’t going to be sold to consumers, but the story here is software, not hardware. Manufacturers like Acer will likely mix things up in 2011, but for now we have a pretty straight forward device in terms of hardware and software. This is [...]
I think we all know that one of the benefits of Cloud Computing is that your data can be stored on servers in the cloud and retrieved in case of a disaster. Well, in case you haven’t figured that out yet, Google has produced a video destroying a few of those Cr-48 notebooks in various [...]
FedEx just dropped off my Google Chrome notebook. The Google Chrome notebook (Cr-48) probably won’t turn any heads. It’s plain black and void of any branding. Here’s a quick video unboxing of the thing. Google really built up my expectations at the Google Chrome event on Tuesday and so far I’m impressed. Setup took less [...]
Avram Piltch from Laptop Mag got a little creative and wrote what Dr. Seuss presumably would’ve written about Google Chrome OS if he were still alive and if he covered tech rather than children’s books. Here’s a sampling of How the Schmidt Stole Christmas With Chrome OS Read more: http://blog.laptopmag.com/how-the-schmidt-stole-christmas-with-chrome-os#ixzz17ZF2OD8a All your mail and docs [...]
Google is unveiling its latest plans for its Chrome browser, its Chrome OS, and info on the Chome Netbook which won’t be shipping until next year. We’re still digesting it all here, but in the meantime, if you’re in the Chrome browser you can check out the Chrome Web Store.
Google had gone on to announce the Google Cr-48 Chrome OS netbook today, which features a 12.1-inch display with full keyboard and large trackpad. The Cr-48 is an un-branded netbook clad in black and looks reminiscent of Apple’s black plastic MacBook. The device also features world-roaming support with a Gobi 3G chip that will work [...]
Google today announced specific details and demoed its Chrome OS, which the company is pushing as an alternative OS on low-cost netbooks with cloud-based synchronization and Web apps. The highlight of the demo is that it takes just four steps and less than a minute to boot up Chrome OS; additionally, the OS can resume [...]
Chrome OS. Yes. Chrome OS. Meant for devices with keyboards. Chrome OS. Coming this year. Wait. Coming in a few months. Wait again. Yes, it will be this year. On shipping products? Well, that’s when things get murky. According to MG Siegler on TechCrunch, he got a yes from Google folk when trying to clarify [...]
Engadget had asked Google CEO Eric Schmidt how Chrome OS would fit into the equation with the rising popularity of Android at the Web 2.0 Summit, and Schmidt’s response is that Android is geared for touch while Chrome will be targeted at devices with keyboards. Schmidt went on to say that because both operating systems [...]
First, let me just say that I’m not a huge fan of the whole Chrome OS or whatever OS that lets you do all of your work strictly through a browser. I see the benefits, but I don’t see this as overly practical in the long run. For many I’m sure it will be, but [...]
Acer, what gives? There have been rumblings about you being first out of the gate with a Chrome OS netbook since December. But when VentureBeat reports that you’re ready to unveil one at Computex, you immediately smash that rumor and further pulverize it by discussing its “potential”.
Google announced Chrome OS, their web-centric operating system, almost a year ago and we’re still waiting for it. Well, the wait isn’t quite over yet, but it’s shortening: VentureBeat reports a couple of Acer products running Chrome OS will be unveiled at Computex. But what kind of products will they be?
TechCrunch is floating a rumor that Google is not simply working with PC makers to get Chrome OS on to netbooks, but actually working on their own branded netbook as well. It is similar to what people are saying about Android and the presumed Google phone. Very exciting stuff. If it all pans out, I [...]
Chromium OS, the open source base for Google’s Chrome OS, is now available in a “diet” form that can run from a 1GB USB drive. This means darn near anyone with a flash drive and PC can give the OS a try. Even more remarkable, not only have no features been cut from this version, [...]
Today, Google introduced the world to their Chrome operating system by releasing its code base and initial interface work as the open source Chromium OS. All the major tech watchers were on hand at a conference to cover the news. Google, of course, made their own announcement via Blogger and posted an introductory video on [...]
It looks like we’ll find out more info on Google’s Chrome OS tomorrow. Google is planning and event to unveil some info. At the moment it looks like reports that it would launch this week may have been premature, as indications are that the OS will launch next year. (Another 2010 milestone to add to [...]
Rather than sticking with Microsoft Windows XP or the updated Windows 7, there are a variety of reasons for checking out alternative operating systems for your netbook. The benefits of using a few of the following operating systems include being a part of a community of users, regular updates, and running an OS that is [...]
Google’s Engineering Director, Linus Upson is promising that the Chrome OS will bring about the end of malware. According to Upson Google is “completely redesigning the underlying security architecture of the OS so users don’t have to deal with viruses, malware and security updates. It should just work.” Here’s hoping it works as advertised. Via [...]
Looking to get on the winner’s side of the Google Chrome OS news, two makers of instant-on operating systems, Splashtop and HyperSpace, respectively, have released statements emphasizing the benefits of quicking booting systems, which have been validated by Google’s announcement, and reminding us that they already deliver these benefits to the market. It’s a smart [...]
When major events unfold, and Google’s Chrome OS announcement certainly qualifies, I like to take a look at who stands to gain and who stands to lose, both to get a feel for how the event affects the future and how others could react. So who reaps the rewards in this and who gets hit [...]
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