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No more Apples for the teacher? Schools now more likely to use Chromebooks

Apple's lead in the U.S. education market has faded. In 2015 Chromebooks had 51 percent of the K-12 market, Windows 25 percent, and Apple OS's 21 percent.
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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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DisplayLink devices will soon work with Chromebooks, delivering its first USB-to-video option

USB to HDMI and USB to VGA adapters will soon with on Chromebooks, according to a statement from DisplayLink. The drivers will be baked into ChromeOS.
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EFF wants Google to stop tracking schoolchildren’s Internet searches

EFF says Google has been "collecting and data mining school children’s personal information, including their Internet searches."
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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.
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AMD’s CTO says Chromebooks aren’t a good fit for its chips

Before speculation can even spark up, an AMD executive has adamantly denied its company is interested in diving into the Chromebook sea.
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Google fights Chromebook thieves with Chrome OS remote disable function

Chromebook Enterprise and Education users can now lock their computers remotely in case of theft or misplacement as long as they run Chrome OS version 40+.
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Tired of using a password to unlock your Chromebook? Try your Android instead!

Smart Lock has made its way through Google's various Chrome OS channels and is now available for all Chromebook users who also own Android 5.0 devices.

Chromebooks get chatty with always-on ‘Ok Google’ voice commands

Voice search is easier to activate, control and use in more areas of Chrome OS software for anyone running the latest developer build.
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All Amazon wants for Christmas is to sell you a bunch of discounted Chromebooks

Who needs Santa Claus? Amazon is proving its desire to be your Christmas gift go-to with a long list of discounted Chromebooks, some under $200.
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Can a polished Chrome OS really replace Windows? We tested.

Chromebook really serve as your only PC? We've taken a closer look by comparing two common models against a Windows 2-in-1.
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Got $150? Why get a tablet when you may be able to get a Chromebook for that much soon

Chromebooks could hit all-time price lows next year, according to the latest rumors. Asus and Lenovo are reportedly making $150 11.6-inch models.
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Google proudly trumpets Chromebook’s domination in American schools

According to an upcoming IDC report, Chromebooks were the most popular devices in grades K-12 during the third quarter of this year.
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Rumors say Lenovo is gearing up to intro sub-$170 Chromebooks next year

Rumor has it that Lenovo is setting its sights on a sub-$170 price point for next-gen Chromebooks, which are due out "early next year."
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Chromebook sales keep surging, but remain a blip on Microsoft’s radar

Curious to see how Chromebooks have performed at the box-office in the past three months? Here are some numbers.
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Google exec musical chairs suggests an eventual fusion of Chrome OS and Android

A top Google executive in charge of Android has seen his responsibilities get extended to Chrome OS, which suggests that the two platform could merge.
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HP’s new Stream laptops start at $200, trudge on Chromebook’s turf

Say hello to HP's new Stream notebooks, which start at $200, and promise to wage war on similarly-priced Chromebooks. Learn more here.
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Students! Google wants to lend you a Chromebook this term

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Rebirth! Here’s why new life is coming to the PC market

Multiple factors could combine over the next few months to inject new life into the PC market.
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Chromebooks now let you watch Google Play Movies & TV content offline

When it comes to Chromebooks, their offline funtionality is getting better all the time, and they just got another significant upgrade from Google.
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Kids: Your illicit Chrome and Chromebook use may soon come to an end

Asus Chromebooks to hit stores later this year

Asus CEO Jerry Shen confirms his company is finally jumping on the Chromebook bandwagon, with the Chrome OS maturing as a platform and gaining momentum.

New Chromebooks from Asus and Acer reportedly coming later this year

Both Acer and Asus are rumored to be prepping new Chromebooks for the second half of 2013, just as Intel is getting ready to announce $200 Android laptops.
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Chromebooks now used in 2,000 schools around the world

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Libraries begin lending out Chromebooks

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Google Chromebooks celebrate 1 year anniversary

Google cuts price of Chromebook in bid to boost Christmas sales

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First Chromebooks available for pre-order

Gilt kicks off invitation-only Chromebook sale today; UPDATE: Already sold out