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Can't access local server because of http

I cannot for the life of me find the settings to allow me to access unsecured connections (even allowing unsecured content doesn't work) why can't I just click past "this site is unsafe, proceed?" like any other computer. I can't even access my server or 3d printer because of this forced lockdown.

0 Comments
2025/02/05
00:25 UTC

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Chromebook Question

Is There A Way To Switch Google Assistant To Google Gemini On The Chromebook ?

!I Use A Chromebook!<

2 Comments
2025/02/04
22:37 UTC

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Help choosing which Chromebook to choose?

My father's charity has been offered Chromebooks with 3 to choose from. They need an answer right away so hoping I can get some advice here faster than I can research. The choices are:

•	Lenovo 11 100e non- touch 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC

•	Acer Spin 512 R851TN Touch 8GB RAM, 64GB eMMC (this model, no stylus)

•	Lenovo 14e Touch 8GB RAM, 64gb eMMC (no stylus)

My only thought was to steer clear of the 4 gb ram, but not even sure about that since never worked on a Chromebook before and not sure of the programs that will be used. Probably will be given to middle school students.

Thanks for any advice!

0 Comments
2025/02/04
19:48 UTC

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Method to disable an extension in one PC (CB) but enable it in another?

  1. I find that Chrome Browser in my Chromebook works best with minimal Extensions.
  2. But on Chrome Browser in my workstation (a Windows PC) I use a large number of Chrome Extensions.
  3. I'm logged into the same Google account on both PCs (the Windows PC and the Chromebook).
  4. To stay up to date in both, the Chrome settings are synced across the two PCs. So if I enable certain Extensions in one PC, they also get enabled in the other PC.
  5. Under a similar scenario, have you figured out how to enable certain Chrome Extensions in one PC while having them disabled in another PC?
1 Comment
2025/02/04
12:56 UTC

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Can my company track my internet usage even if I'm browsing on guest mode?

I like to keep a movie or a TV show running in the background while I work because it makes me focus better. I do all my office work on edge and I put on movies on guest mode in chrome.

All browsers are managed by company so can they see I'm accessing pirated content websites (Netflix, prime etc is blocked on work computer) and watching movies and stuff during work hours?

I have been doing this for months but haven't received any communication from IT or anything but I still want to be sure.

12 Comments
2025/02/04
11:42 UTC

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Unplug battery connector

I have Acer Chromebook Spin CP713-2W I try to unplug the battery, but connector suits terribly hard. Is this normal?

4 Comments
2025/02/04
10:44 UTC

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Chromebook with 2k or 4k touch screen ?

I'm trying to find a Chromebook to replace my Pixelbook Go. One thing I found myself wanting was a higher resolution screen.

Are there any reliable Chromebooks with a 2k or 4k touch screen ?

The hp dragonfly looks nice but I know it has issues

I'm staying away from the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook , I had one already and it died on me.

Is there anything else I can look at ?

6 Comments
2025/02/04
06:19 UTC

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Chromebook repairs (Broken top covers, hinges, keyboards (has to remove like 20-30 screws kind), system board) time.

Hey I have done such repairs myself, and I am looking for such discussions about how long does it take for other technicians to repair Chromebook hardware, in other places.

I tried to search Google, but came up with nothing.

All over the country, there are many companies also repair Chromebooks I would think.

Looking for data how long that their technicians take for these type of repairs.

Have any of you came across these discussions and can send me a link to it?

If this is the wrong sub,please send me the correct way.

3 Comments
2025/02/04
02:49 UTC

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i need suggestions...

I'm tryin to buy a new chromebook, i'm in a tight budget and in a tight space. here are the requirements

- 16gb of ram (im fine with 8gb)

- decent processor (i3 or ryzen 3 and higher

- can be touchscreen

- and a backlit keyboard

- budget of $700

- new or open box

- i live in canada so... yeah

BONUS POINTS for people who send me links. plz and thank u

6 Comments
2025/02/04
02:44 UTC

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Is there a release calendar?

After my failed spin 714 buying experience I am trying to determine what else meets my needs. Most of the plus models are over a year old now except Samsung. When will new models release?

8 Comments
2025/02/04
02:18 UTC

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I need a little help..

Hi! So I don't really know if I used the right flair for this but my Chromebook suddenly stopped working today and I don't know why, I've had it for two years (never have dropped it or anything) and when I went to charge it today it wouldn't turn on? I left it to charge for a few hours and tried turning it on but it won't, and the charging light won't even light up. I tested the charger on my phone and it charges my phone so I don't know why it won't charge or anything. If someone could give me advice I'd appreciate it!

22 Comments
2025/02/04
01:49 UTC

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I've heard about the new Steam instillation for Chromebook, I was wondering if it would work for mine?

I have an HP Chromebook and I was wondering if Steam for Chromebook would work with this version? Any advice on stuff I would need to download is very much appreciated 👍

8 Comments
2025/02/04
01:29 UTC

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Can i use an external hard drive as a main hard drive

Is it possible to use an external nvme as main hard drive on ASUS-Chromebox-3. As I can get WD Black SN850P NVMe 1TB new for 40 dollars. I'm just worried it won't fit because heat pipe. And wifi so close to each other that it won't fit.

5 Comments
2025/02/04
00:02 UTC

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Chromebook Installing X Not Available

I'm unable to install X on a new Chromebook(Lenovo Duet 9). It is working perfectly on my older Chromebook.

Google Play Store does not even display the install, not compatible?

Is anyone able to newly install x on a Chromebook?

4 Comments
2025/02/03
21:40 UTC

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Differences between official Acer eBay store listings

Could someone more knowledgeable than me offer any insight into the differences between the refurbished Spin 714 I've already purchased (https://www.ebay.com/itm/267072373765) and this more expensive one (https://www.ebay.com/itm/267054074922)? They appear to be the same model and in the same condition, but the latter is nearly $100 more for some reason.

Thanks in advance!

1 Comment
2025/02/03
21:38 UTC

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When you think the ChromeOS and Android merge will take place?

I'm kinda curious about what they will do (and also concerned due to Google's awful and tragic story of killing projects)

19 Comments
2025/02/03
20:09 UTC

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Acer Spin CP713 Spec

Hi, I'm looking at purchasing my first Chromebook and have found a pre-owned Acer Spin that has the following specs:

Acer CP713-2W / i7-10610U / 16GB Ram / 128GB SSD / 13"

After doing a bit of searching I can't seem to find anywhere to confirm if these specs are correct. Evrywhere I look, the max RAM seems to be 8GB.

If anyone could confirm that these specs are correct, it'd be much appreciated!

7 Comments
2025/02/03
14:12 UTC

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Attempting to gradually move on from Windows, need some insights

Hello everyone,

I own an old Surface Book 2 that is showing signs of wear, and I'm looking to replace it with an inexpensive Chromebook. However, I have some concerns regarding reliability.

I purchased an ASUS CM3200, a very budget-friendly Chromebook, to give it a try. So far, I've been pleased with the stability. However, I've encountered several reliability issues with ChromeOS, which might be due to the device itself.

ChromeOS often displays a "Something went wrong" screen at random times. When this happens, the only solutions are to powerwash using a recovery USB or to let the battery drain completely. Once the battery is charged again, it starts normally. This is a major issue, especially since I travel frequently and powerwashing requires an internet connection, which I may not always have.

Additionally, ChromeOS has gradually lost some of its functionality, possibly due to the device. Features like auto-rotation and the switch between tablet and laptop modes have stopped working.

I've also had significant trouble with Bluetooth devices. Audio becomes horribly distorted, and random disconnects occur frequently.

While ChromeOS offers a quick and easy powerwash feature, I've had to perform more recoveries in the past four months than I ever had to format my Surface Book in six years, mainly due to the "Something went wrong" screen and issues with booting after updates.

Another minor issue is that ChromeOS deletes the icons of all shortcuts in the app drawer. Over time, some icons reappear, but many remain as dark dots with a single letter. The only solution is to remove and re-add them, which is frustrating.

Despite these challenges, I still enjoy the journey and am curious to continue exploring Chromebooks.

My question is: Is this the experience I should expect with other devices? If so, I might stick to buying cheap Chromebooks just to experiment with them while relying on my Surface Book or another Windows device for serious work.

11 Comments
2025/02/03
13:15 UTC

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App Storage Permissions

I use VLC Player to watch some movies I have on an external drive as avi files. There's been a few Chrome OS updates to my Pixelbook since I last tried watching one of these movies, but the app can no longer access the external drive. Has google finally locked down my pixelbook to the point I no longer own it?

The drive is shared as an 'Available device' for apps to access:

https://preview.redd.it/qrh8txwfosge1.png?width=1920&format=png&auto=webp&s=ec955a51a66133fc3a2b11b40935aa49f5b20e07

But Storage permissions are denied on VLC and also all my other apps:

https://preview.redd.it/7yu9cadrosge1.png?width=1920&format=png&auto=webp&s=0a2fb85be06d1d1df6bafd50add07cc5b7313ca8

And Manage permissions no longer has an option for changing storage permissions:

https://preview.redd.it/u359ubq2psge1.png?width=1920&format=png&auto=webp&s=67091b7c0fe2ec643f398ad386f27457d218d376

Last year I tried using the Linux environment to change files on an app I was developing/testing and all the local storage files have been completely locked down. This is feeling very much like the same thing. I feel like I paid for the Chromebook, but google has decided (and made system updates) that it's actually their computer and I'm just borrowing it now. :(

0 Comments
2025/02/02
21:45 UTC

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Google seems to be hell bent on not releasing Chrombook Plus Tablet

And I just want one... 😭😭😭

It's not that overpowered, just give it to be Google......

16 Comments
2025/02/02
19:52 UTC

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So my friend accidently mdae me do this..

edit; i looked it up and i only lost files which i had backed up to the google drive so im fine

3 Comments
2025/02/02
06:44 UTC

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Bluetooth sound quality fluctuates randomly

So I’ve had my Lenovo 500e Chromebook 2nd gen for around 3 years and ever since a few days ago my Bluetooth earbud audio quality gets horrible every 2 hours or so, they disconnect and have horrible quality for around 2 hours then they disconnect and get normal again, I have no idea what this is, it’s not the earbuds as I’ve tried the earbuds on different devices and they’ve been fine. I’ve also tried different earbuds on the same Chromebook and it still horrible. How do I fix this it’s driving me nuts

4 Comments
2025/02/02
16:59 UTC

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Why are the dev builds like this 😭

Why are all of the dev builds extremely buggy, I just want to be able to run linux, but stable. The last 3 dev updates have had these bugs (Not just for me!)

  1. Cursor is a yellow square, tab favicons are gray squares

  2. Cannot turn up brightness without restarting chromebook

  3. Signing out seemingly doesn't work? You can only power it down, and then power it back up. Signing out just doesn't do anything.

Is there any way to run a stable version while still having linux?

11 Comments
2025/02/02
15:31 UTC

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High End DEV / LINUX Chromeboomk

Edit Title: "High End DEV / LINUX Chromebook"

* Total budget (In local currency) and country of purchase:

~AUD $1.5k /~USD $950

* Are you open to refurbs/used?

No

* How would you prioritize form factor, build quality, performance, and battery life?

Small Form-> battery life> performance

* Do you have a preferred screen size? If indifferent, put N/A.

11.6 inches pref

max 13 inches

* Are you doing any CAD/video editing/photo editing/gaming? List which programs/games you desire to run.

Remote/Cloud base DEV and VS Code linux

* If you're gaming, do you have certain games you want to play? At what settings and FPS do you want?

Remote/Cloud Base dev

* Any specific requirements such as good keyboard, touch-screen, finger-print reader, optical drive or good input devices (keyboard/touchpad)?

must be 13 inches and under screen size

must have intel 12th/13th/14th gen (2022 cpu or greater) eg i3-n305

must be touch screen

big factor having usb-c port left side and right side

big factor having tablet mode

* Leave any finishing thoughts here that you may feel are necessary and beneficial to the discussion.

ships to Australia or Delaware, US

very close to buying:

Acer Chromebook Vero 712

but it doesn't have tablet mode and not really 13th gen

or

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/acer-chromebook-spin-312-2-in-1-laptop-12-2-wuxga-touch-intel-core-i3-n305-8gb-lpddr5-128gb-emmc-sparkly-silver/6607903.p?skuId=6607903

but dont know why its so discounted ?

23 Comments
2025/02/02
14:25 UTC

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