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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.
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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.
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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.
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Google reaches for the stars with rumored do-it-all laptop running new "Andromeda" OS

Google may debut a laptop and tablet hybrid in 2017 that runs an operating system that merges Android and Chrome OS.
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An Android and Chrome OS merger may be in the works

A long-rumored unity between Google's Android and Chrome OS may finally be ready for public eyes.
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Oracle wants a new trial after accusing Google of ‘lying,’ now funding an anti-Google group

Lawyers for Oracle allege that Google wasn't entirely truthful about its Android operating system in court, and are requesting a retrial.

You can now unlock Chrome OS with nothing more than a PIN

A new developer update lets you unlock your Chrome OS with nothing more than a PIN.
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Was Android Device Manager accidentally enabled in Android-supporting Chromebooks?

Several Android-supporting Chromebooks using a version of Chrome OS in the beta channel supposedly support Android Device Manager, which may be accidental.
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Two more Chromebooks have Google Play support thanks to an update in the developer channel

As promised, Google has unleashed an update in the developer channel enabling Google Play apps to run on the Chromebook Pixel 2015 and Acer Chromebook R11.
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Asus Flip Chromebook successor could boast Skylake CPU

Google's Chromium source code may have revealed plans for a successor to the Asus Flip Chromebook.
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New HP Chromebook boasts touchscreen for use with Android apps

HP has detailed a new Chromebook intended to make use of upcoming Chrome OS compatibility with Android apps.
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How to manage Chrome OS notifications

Notifications in Chrome OS are pretty simple, but managing them isn't always obvious. Luckily it's easy to change things with a few clicks.
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Google confirms: Chrome OS is getting Android apps and the Play Store

The Google Play Store -- and most all the Android apps within it -- is coming to Chrome OS, Google's confirmed at its 2016 I/O conference.
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Hands on: HP Chromebook 13

HP's Chromebook 13 is a high-end, all-metal cloud-based laptop running Chrome OS for $500. Here are all the specs, price info, and hands-on impressions.
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Chromebook for Work, liquid-cooled 2-in-1 steal the show at Acer’s New York PC refresh

Acer went all-in on the PC, refreshing its line-up. The new hardware includes the first Chromebook for Work and a fanless 2-in-1 with liquid cooling.
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CTL introduces new Chromebook with innovative 360-degree hinge

CTL has detailed its J5 Chromebook, a cost-effective system aimed at schools and businesses that boasts a handy 360-degree hinge.
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You can literally stand on the new CTL Chromebook

Some Chromebooks are in for a rough life of being tossed around a classroom, so CTL designed one that can support up to 365 pounds without breaking.
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Material Design is coming to Chrome, here’s how to try it out

Google is bringing Material Design, its signature look for Android and mobile apps, to the desktop version of Chrome. Here's how you can get a preview.
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Dust off that old netbook: Remix OS will support 32-bit processors, new version out now

Remix OS for PC has just received its first update, bringing a battery indicator for laptop users while hinting at a forthcoming 32-bit version.
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While PC sales continue to sink, Chromebooks swim to the surface

PC sales dragged through 2015, but Chromebook sales are hotter than ever, and that shows in the year-end sales figures from IDC.
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Samsung announces portable, durable Chromebook 3

Samsung has announced the next entry in its line of Chromebooks, which boasts an enhanced keyboard and better battery life.
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Monitors, convertibles, Chrome OS AIOs: Acer brings a little bit of everything to CES 2016

Acer's PC announcements include a version of the popular Acer Aspire V15 with Intel's RealSense camera and a monitor with USB Type-C support.
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Update: Google denies plan to “phase out” Chrome OS

Google has officially denied reports that it plans to "phase out" Chrome OS while confirming a project is under way to combine the best of Chrome and Android.

How to add, disable, and remove apps in Chrome OS

Chrome OS has a surprising number of apps and extensions available, but they don't act the way that Windows or OS X programs do. Here's a quick guide.
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Dell expands its Chromebook line with 13-inch, 1080p option

Building on the success of the Chromebook 11, the Chromebook 13 adds a 1080p display and optional Intel Core i5 CPU.
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Laggy touchscreen? Google’s Chrome TouchBot is here to help

Google's Chrome TouchBot, the product of Finnish design company OptoFidelity, tests Android and Chrome for input lag.
Acer Chromebase

$330 Acer Chromebase coming this summer with 21.5-inch, 1080p display

Acer is bringing an all-in-one Chrome OS computer to market in June with a 21.5-inch touchscreen, 4GB RAM, 16GB of internal storage, all for just $330.
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Google has made its Roboto font open source

Google has made Roboto, the default font on Android and Chrome OS, open source.
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Lenovo’s new ThinkCentre Chromebox will have you hotswapping all day

Lenovo's new ThinkCentre Chromebox is sure to turn heads with its small form-factor, lightning quick specs, and modular Tiny-in-One design.
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Are Chrome OS desktops useful, or toys

Chrome OS is coming to desktops ranging from the $100 Asus Chromebit to HP's powerful Core i7 Chromebox. Are these systems a viable alternative to Windows?
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Asus announces $100 Chromebit stick PC

The Chromebit is the latest effort to expand the reach of Google's Chrome OS, a $100 stick PC targeted towards schools and businesses.
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Chrome OS now includes Google Now in launcher, providing a customized experience

Google's Chrome OS app launcher is now that bit more versatile as it comes complete with a Google Now search bar, along with some useful information.
Acer C910

Acer’s C910 is a 15-inch Chromebook with 1080p display and awesome performance

Hardware and software manufacturer Acer America announced the development of the Acer C910 Chromebook on March 19.
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Google unveils a well-equipped new Chromebook Pixel, but you probably won’t be interested

Google is selling a newly refreshed Chromebook Pixel, but it's still a developer's device at heart.