The Chromebook / Chromebox Thread

[BORTZ]

Oh yeah and not being able to connect my android phone and poke around the internal storage WTF

 

[The Catboy]

Oh yeah and not being able to connect my android phone and poke around the internal storage WTF

I had to get around this bug by using Ubuntu to mount the phone first, then ChromeOS noticed it at least that's how I got it to work.

i think chrome 42 has fixed this error cause the space reappears once i delete data. tell you the truth ive only used 42 so i don't really know if this a Chromebook related error or ChromeOS.

Well I am glad that error was fixed or at least appears to be fixed.

 

[BORTZ]

I had to get around this bug by using Ubuntu to mount the phone first, then ChromeOS noticed it at least that's how I got it to work.


Well I am glad that error was fixed or at least appears to be fixed.

I guess it would be nice to have a few extra options when it comes to programs with ubuntu, but I dont really wanna do that just yet. Also, this is the first im hearing about linux and android playing well together.

 

[The Catboy]

I guess it would be nice to have a few extra options when it comes to programs with ubuntu, but I dont really wanna do that just yet. Also, this is the first im hearing about linux and android playing well together.

My Galaxy S3 used to always play nice with my Linux install. The SD reader was a little slow, but it still worked pretty nicely for me.
Having Ubuntu crouton with ChromeOS is actually pretty great. Mostly because it doesn't effect the ChromeOS install and allows you to easily switch between the installs on the fly. The only issue is upgrading the distro, it's wonky, but not impossible. It's easier if you use an Ubuntu LTS install, like 14.04.

 

[LightyKD]

FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2015

Beta Channel Update for Chrome OS
The Beta channel has been updated to 43.0.2357.52 (Platform version: 6946.38.0) for all devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates, and feature enhancements. A list of changes can be found here.

If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting our forum or filing a bug. Interested in switching channels? Find out how. You can submit feedback using ‘Report an issue...’ in the Chrome menu (3 horizontal bars in the upper right corner of the browser).

Josafat Garcia
Google Chrome
Posted at 7:40 AM Labels: Beta updates, Chrome OS No comments

Changelog is here
https://chromium.googlesource.com/chromium/src/+log/43.0.2357.31..43.0.2357.38?pretty=fuller&n=10000

 

[Flame]

how would i go about formating a device to ext4 in my chromebook?

 

[LightyKD]

how would i go about formating a device to ext4 in my chromebook?

If you're talking about formatting a USB device or SD card from your Chrome OS device...there is no "manual" formatting of devices in Chrome OS.

 

[Flame]

If you're talking about formatting a USB device or SD card from your Chrome OS device...there is no "manual" formatting of devices in Chrome OS.

damn.

 

[LightyKD]

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2015

Dev Channel Update for Chrome OS
The Dev channel has been updated to 44.0.2398.3 (Platform version: 7060.0.0, 7060.1.0) for all Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates and feature enhancements. A list of changes can be found here.

If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting our forum or filing a bug. Interested in switching channels? Find out how. You can submit feedback using ‘Report an issue...’ in the Chrome menu (3 horizontal bars in the upper right corner of the browser).

Dharani Govindan
Google Chrome
Posted at 9:00 AM Labels: Chrome OS, Dev updates No comments

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THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015

Beta Channel Update for Chrome OS
The Beta channel has been updated to 43.0.2357.65 (Platform version: 6946.44.0) for all devices except Samsung Series 5 550, HP Pavilion 14, Acer C7 Chromebook and Samsung Chromebox Series 3. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates, and feature enhancements. A list of changes can be found here.

If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting our forum or filing a bug. Interested in switching channels? Find out how. You can submit feedback using ‘Report an issue...’ in the Chrome menu (3 horizontal bars in the upper right corner of the browser).

Josafat Garcia
Google Chrome

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Changelog here: https://chromium.googlesource.com/chromium/src/+log/43.0.2357.38..43.0.2357.44?pretty=fuller&n=10000

 

[LightyKD]

Here we are, roughly an hour before Google I/O kicks off and we have a new Chrome OS Beta Channel update!

THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015

Beta Channel Update for Chrome OS

The Beta channel has been updated to 43.0.2357.81 (Platform version: 6946.55.0) for all devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates, and feature enhancements. A list of changes can be found here.

If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting our forum or filing a bug. Interested in switching channels? Find out how. You can submit feedback using ‘Report an issue...’ in the Chrome menu (3 horizontal bars in the upper right corner of the browser).

Josafat Garcia
Google Chrome

You can watch Google I/O 2015 here

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[LightyKD]

Stable Channel Update for Chrome OS

The Stable channel has been updated to 43.0.2357.81 (Platform version: 6946.55.0) for all devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates, and feature enhancements. Systems will be receiving updates over the next several days.

Some highlights of these changes are:

• Autofill settings for credit cards from Google Wallet
• Enable always-on "OK Google" from anywhere when screen is unlocked on new Chromebook Pixel
• Physical keyboard auto correction
• Material design for Virtual keyboard UI

If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting our forum or filing a bug. Interested in switching channels? Find out how. You can submit feedback using ‘Report an issue...’ in the Chrome menu (3 horizontal bars in the upper right corner of the browser).

Josafat Garcia
Google Chrome

Also in the lovely world of Chrome OS

... NEW CHROMEBOX!!!

I am SO jealous because I LOVE devices in white! I already have the 2014 Asus Chrombox and it's lovely . Here i a quick rundown of this new box

Asus Chromebox CN62
The first Asus Chromebox launched in 2014 and featured a 4th-gen, Intel Haswell processor. This year the company is introducing a new model with a 5th-gen “Broadwell” processor.

Asus says the Chromebox CN62 supports 4K video playback, features 802.11ac WiFi, and uses just 6 watts of power while idle. (Quoted from liliputing: http://liliputing.com/2015/06/asus-...eup-new-chromebox-vivopc-vivomini-models.html )

 

[Flame]

so they was a rumor going around that chromeOS and android might be merged....


please google dont do the mistake of MS and force a Mobile OS down our throats.

 

[The Catboy]

so they was a rumor going around that chromeOS and android might be merged....


please google dont do the mistake of MS and force a Mobile OS down our throats.

Well if they keep the OS the same, but allow ChromeOS users to install Android apps, that would actually be a good thing. There are tons of Android apps, but not that many ChromeOS apps. Plus it would allow native Skype for once, now all they need is Steam.

 

[LightyKD]

Well if they keep the OS the same, but allow ChromeOS users to install Android apps, that would actually be a good thing. There are tons of Android apps, but not that many ChromeOS apps. Plus it would allow native Skype for once, now all they need is Steam.

I'm sure that's where things are headed. The pipe has already been laid (no pun intended ) now it's time for Google to fine tune how Android apps will work on Chrome OS. For Pete's sake I need a damn decent torrent client for my Chroembox!

EDIT: BTW it was confirmed that there will be no OS merger.

 

[Flame]

Well if they keep the OS the same, but allow ChromeOS users to install Android apps, that would actually be a good thing. There are tons of Android apps, but not that many ChromeOS apps. Plus it would allow native Skype for once, now all they need is Steam.

yeah, we already can using ARChon runtime... its not perfect but hey..


you can run steam too though crouton, but chromebook isnt really built for steam..

I'm sure that's where things are headed. The pipe has already been laid (no pun intended ) now it's time for Google to fine tune how Android apps will work on Chrome OS. For Pete's sake I need a damn decent torrent client for my Chroembox!

EDIT: BTW it was confirmed that there will be no OS merger.

why dont you just use crouton setup and one of the millions of good torrent clients for Linux.

 

[The Catboy]

yeah, we already can using ARChon runtime... its not perfect but hey..


you can run steam too though crouton, but chromebook isnt really built for steam..

I used to use crouton all the time for my steam games. Most of them run pretty well on my Acer C7. But I've since moved away from ChromeOS and started using other Linux disros on my Chromebook using the SeaBIOs flash. ChromeOS was sold, but I found myself bouncing back to Ubunu more than using it, so I just did away with it ChromeOS. Until they make a proper Skype client, I won't use ChromeOS.

 

[Flame]

I used to use crouton all the time for my steam games. Most of them run pretty well on my Acer C7. But I've since moved away from ChromeOS and started using other Linux disros on my Chromebook using the SeaBIOs flash. ChromeOS was sold, but I found myself bouncing back to Ubunu more than using it, so I just did away with it ChromeOS. Until they make a proper Skype client, I won't use ChromeOS.

Crystal imo i think you should have done your homework better cause if you want steam and skype. you should have brought a laptop good specs with no OS and install what stuff you want.. messing with stuff like BIOS and all that takes some balls.

but hey thats my opinion.

 

[The Catboy]

Crystal imo i think you should have done your homework better cause if you want steam and skype. you should have brought a laptop good specs with no OS and install what stuff you want.. messing with stuff like BIOS and all that takes some balls.

but hey thats my opinion.

My intentions when I bought this Chromebook wasn't for gaming, it was to see what I could do to it. I bought for the sole purpose of hacking the shit out of it and seeing what I could accomplish. I bought it because I wanted a project and test my skills, so I bought a cheap 200$ chromebook as a starting project. It was intended to be a throwaway project once I got bored of it, but then my boyfriend lost his job, so now I am stuck with it. Steam was a side project for the main project, just something I do on the side as I fuck around with it and not getting seriously invested into. I am not a PC gamer, so I don't have many PC games, but the ones I do have run just fine.

 

[LightyKD]

Bringing this thing back from the dead. I moved on to a Chromebook Flip and I swear it's amazing to have Android apps blended in with Chrome OS!

 

[MrMcTiller]

Anyone here using a Chromebook or Chromebox? I plan to get a Chromebox soon but I wanted to see other impressions. I already have a good idea of what I'm getting into and I want a complete Google environment in my home. I just like seeing the thoughts of others when it comes to hardware.

I am using a Chromebook.... It is garbage! I like Computers that can play GMod. Anyway, if you want a Chromebook/Chromebox I wouldn't know that to get.