The Chrome Cast 20: Google's New 'Atlas' Chromebook & Fall Hardware Event

Not surprisingly, this week’s episode of The Chrome Cast circled around Google’s upcoming hardware event, it’s timing, and the enigma known only as ‘Atlas’. Talking through the recent decision by Google to ‘leak’ the Pixel 4, an FCC filing for a new Chromebook by Google, and a leaked-retracted-confirmed date for the launch date of the Nest Home Hub all make for a pretty compelling case that Google might just surprise us all with an earlier hardware event this year. We additionally spend some time talking through not just the addition of LTE coming in a broader sense to Chromebook, but the impact that move will have on the industry. Finally, we talk new, Chrome OS-specific keyboards from companies like Logitech and the importance of this new trend. Oh, and we had to at least mention 4-finger swipes coming for Virtual Desks! Notable Links Likely Pixelbook 2 ‘Atlas’ Passes Through FCC, Septmeber Google Hardware Event Possible The Cat’s Out Of The Bag: Nest Hub Max To Launch Sep. 9th LTE Chromebooks Could Soon Be Far More Common This Latest Addition Makes Virtual Desks In Chrome OS 76 My Favorite New Feature Logitech Boards The Chrome OS Keyboard Train This episode is brought to to you by NordVPN.  Secure your browsing  on any device and keep your private data to yourself! CLICK HERE to try it out and get 75% off a three-year plan for a limited time! This episode is also brought to you by Blue Apron. Perfectly-Portioned, chef designed meals delivered to your doorstep. Ready in 20 Minutes. Step-By-Step Recipes. Freshness Guaranteed. CLICK HERE to get started. Last but certainly not least, this podcast is also brought to you by WordPress.com,our go-to platform for creating websites! This is not just another website builder, WordPress.com is a full-featured web platform with thousands and thousand of plugins and tons of scale. If you just need a personal site or want to create an online business, WordPress.com will have you covered. Go to ChromeUnboxed.com/WordPress to find the plan that is right for you and create your very own website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices