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The best Chromebooks for students
The best Chromebook for students is the Lenovo Chromebook 500e because it's rugged and offers excellent performance.
All Posts by Jerry Hildenbrand
Android & Chill
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Android Go is the right way for Google to reach its 'next billion'
Google has always wanted to serve Android to the next billion users, and with Android Go, I think they can pull it off.
Refresh Plus
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Samsung's new Chromebook Plus is a smart move that keeps it competitive
The Chromebook Plus will compete nicely with other products in its price range throughout 2018 thanks to a nice refresh by Samsung.
Two good choices
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Chromecast vs. Chromecast Ultra: Which should you buy?
A Chromecast is the best way to stream media to the best screen in your house. But which one should you buy? Here's everything you need to know to make the right choice.
A case of the wants
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The BlackBerry KEY2 is awesome, but I desperately want a Priv 2 slider
I miss my Priv but don't miss the dated hardware. The fix is so simple: a Priv 2!
Make the most of your Chromebook
The best Chromebook apps
Make the most of your Chromebook with these great apps!
this one is easy
Amazon Fire TV and the ADB.Miner malware — what you need to know
Staying safe from the ADB.Miner worm is simple — just don't do anything to help it!
More more more
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BlackBerry KEY2 and 6GB of RAM: Why it's a big deal
The KEY2 has double the RAM as most KEYone models, and that should mean it'll be good for a long, long time.
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Inline installation of Chrome extensions coming to an end
Extensions will soon require a visit to the actual Chrome Web Store listing to start the install process so that users know what they will be getting.
Best budget laptop
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Acer Chromebook 11 (2018) review: Simple, dependable, and affordable
The Acer Chromebook 11 is a throwback to what made Chromebooks great in the first place — except it's beautiful.
Easy DIY
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How to get started with Android Things
Android Things can help bring out your inner Maker. Here's how to get started.
Stay safe out there
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What you need to know about the VPNFilter router malware
Malware linked to the Russian government can manipulate your internet traffic, harvest personal information, and serve as a launch point for a broad range of internet attacks.
security is only part of it
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Why is it so hard to 'root' a smartphone?
If a phone is just a tiny computer, why is it so hard to be the admin?
never settle
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OnePlus fixing in-person vulnerability that makes phone easy to hack
Newly discovered flaw allows a modified boot image to load and grant complete admin control to anyone with the know-how.
Android & Chill
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Android & Chill: Facebook's not the only data-hungry company out there
Yes, it's time for another post about Facebook, your privacy, and how everything is bad.
wants and needs
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Chromebook vs Laptop in 2018: Can it replace your Windows computer?
Chromebooks are better and more productive than ever, but can one replace your current laptop?
Smarter Wi-Fi
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Router or Mesh networking — which is best for your house?
If your Wi-Fi at home is busted or you want to make a change, which should you buy?
Just stop it
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Moto Mods support defies planned obsolescence but restricts future designs
This is why the whole thing was a bad idea from the start. Or was it?
Android P time
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How to install Android P on your Pixel right now (or roll back to Oreo)
The first Android P beta is out, and it's amazing! Here's how to get it on your Pixel as soon as possible.
Numero Dos
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6 reasons I'm excited for the BlackBerry KEY2
The BlackBerry KEY2 should give me everything I love about the KEYone and more; and it'll be here before you know it!