Robby Payne

From the beginning of the Chromebook Plus era that started in the fall of 2023, there's one model that I compared everything else to for at least a solid year: the Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook Plus. Oddly enough, a non-Plus branded version of this device was released just prior to the Chromebook Plus announcement, and...

Google has just made a significant announcement that will redefine how users approach work in the Google Workspace environment.

Samsung quietly announced a significant advancement in wireless charging technology during CES 2025: the S2MIW06 power management integrated

The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE, a follow-up to one of my all-time favorite Chromebooks, is once again on sale for $100 off. This brings the price down to $549, making it an even more attractive option for those seeking a powerful and spacious Chromebook. If you recall, with this awesome Chromebook, you get a...

The rumor mill is churning as we approach next week's Samsung event, and the latest leak offers a glimpse into what might be in store for the Galaxy S25 and its integration with Google's Gemini AI.

Basically on time, ChromeOS 132 is now rolling out to users. So far, it doesn't appear that this one is ready across the board by any stretch of the imagination, and I'm seeing quite a few older, small-core Intel devices (think N3500, N4000, etc.) still not getting this latest version just yet. ChromeOS 132 was...

So, this is a bit of a bummer for sure. If you recall, a few months back I found some evidence that one of the baseboards that will house the powerful MediaTek MT8196 - 'Hylia' - may in fact be built as a tablet. That's exciting stuff, for sure, and the idea of a desktop-class...

Earlier this year, Samsung announced a new, open-source spatial audio format called Eclipsa Audio; and now, Google is shedding a bit more light on this exciting development. This isn't just another codec; it's a collaborative effort between Google, Samsung, and other key contributors at the Alliance for Open Media (AOM). And the best part? It's...

It seems like just yesterday we were finally getting our hands on the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro with their first-ever Tensor SoCs inside. And though it wasn't that long ago that we welcomed the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL to the world, we're already eagerly anticipating the Pixel 9a...

While it is clear that the foldable phone market might not be continuing with the explosive growth trends as predicted, Samsung seems determined to keep pushing forward in the space. Rumors are swirling that they are going all-in on foldables for 2025, with a quartet of devices slated to launch, including a "tri-fold" that's sure...