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2013-06-18 21:08:19 (13 comments, 3 reshares, 38 +1s)

Have you stopped by Chromebook Central lately? If you haven't you definitely should, if not to just say hurrah and congratulations to a few good #chromies  who were recently promoted to Top Contributor and/or Rising Star status! 

What's a Top Contributor or Rising Star, you ask? Why, they're a special type of user who goes above and beyond in our communities to ensure that other users get their questions answered AND always know the most interesting tips and tricks about #chromebooks  and other +Google properties. (Seriously, some of their posts are amazing! They've taught me things!)

Who made the list this time around? Presenting: +Lynn McCarthy (Top Contributor),  +Ian Ray (Rising Star), and +Gary Lai (Rising Star)

To learn more about Google's Top Contributor Program visit:
http://www.google.com/get/topcontributor/

Andif you w... more »

2013-06-17 01:34:22 (8 comments, 3 reshares, 84 +1s)

Another gorgeous day here in California-- I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend, and if you celebrate it, a great Father's Day.

#autoawesome

2013-06-14 21:01:33 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 11 +1s)

Weekly recap of the top threads and topics surrounding #chromebooks  and the #chromeos  community

2013-06-12 17:00:13 (3 comments, 10 reshares, 38 +1s)

When developing on a Chromebook I use Codenvy IDE: GitHub integration, Realtime collab & chat, Edit/Deploy Node.js apps & more

https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/codenvy-ide/lefigjbiimiemfhjmibbgemkpenelmag?hl=en

2013-06-08 17:19:27 (0 comments, 3 reshares, 27 +1s)

Looking for this week's recording of the #chromiestopthreads ? Then look no further!

All other threads can be found by searching Chromebook Central -- chromebook.com/community 

Mic/Headphone not working -- 
https://groups.google.com/forum/#!msg...

15GB Google Drive allocation -- http://googledrive.blogspot.com/2013/...

Punctuation in SSIDs-- crbug.com/247582

Issues with the Camera app -- https://groups.google.com/forum/#!category-topic/chromebook-central/Ntc66Nf_PEQ and crbug.com/247793 

2013-06-07 20:58:05 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 9 +1s)

Weekly review of the top threads and topics found in Chromebook Central (chromebook.com/community) and on Google+ 

2013-06-07 05:32:57 (7 comments, 4 reshares, 57 +1s)

#thingsilove : The Royals (or any celebrity) being adorable and totally human / cheesy. (Dare I say, cheeky?)

I'm sorry, Charlie Sheen this is what winning actually looks like. 

Image source: http://www.alisonjackson.com/wp-content/uploads/King-and-Queen-mugs.jpg

2013-06-06 00:07:21 (8 comments, 10 reshares, 31 +1s)

Meet Jake. Jake is from San Francisco. Jake loves #dinosaurs  

I can't help but think that Jake is now a profitable engineer somewhere here in the Silicon Valley, despite wanting to be a paleontologist. 

Which begs the question-- does anyone actually know what became of little Jake? 

Either way, enjoy the clip. 

2013-06-05 15:05:38 (13 comments, 15 reshares, 56 +1s)

Recently saw +Marquese Scott perform in person, and I can say is "wow." Whether you're a DUBSTEP fan or not, you become transfixed by his movement. 

The video below is his latest addition to his +YouTube channel (and is great), but be sure to check out "Pumped Up Kicks" -- PUMPED UP KICKS|DUBSTEP as well. 

Enjoy. 



2013-06-05 03:49:33 (4 comments, 70 reshares, 77 +1s)

As you prepare for Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn's rendition of +The Internship (opens this week), take a look at what a real +Google internship actually looks like with this 5 minute +YouTube video. 

(PS, keep an eye out for intern Matt -- he works in my group!) 

cc/ +Life at Google 

2013-06-07 20:58:06 (16 comments, 2 reshares, 19 +1s)

Weekly review of the top threads and topics found in Chromebook Central (chromebook.com/community) and on Google+ 

2013-06-04 02:38:53 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

Ever wanted to be a Community Manager at +Google? Here's your chance!

We're hiring awesome guys and gals right now to help join our Consumer Operations team and work on a variety of different products (you'd work on one, but we're hiring for a few!) As a CM, it's your job to be one of the  "faces of the community" and interact with the folks who use our products through forums, conferences social media-- wherever they are!  

If you're interested, check out the description below, and apply! Jobs are based in Mountain View, CA

Good luck :) 

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

#communitymanager   #communitymanagement   #jobs  

2013-06-04 02:35:46 (0 comments, 1 reshares, 8 +1s)

Ever wanted to be a Community Manager at +Google? Here's your chance!

We're hiring awesome guys and gals right now to help join our Consumer Operations team and work on a variety of different products (you'd work on one, but we're hiring for a few!) As a CM, it's your job to be one of the  "faces of the community" and interact with the folks who use our products through forums, conferences social media-- wherever they are!  

If you're interested, check out the description below, and apply! Jobs are based in Mountain View, CA

Good luck :) 

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

#communitymanager   #communitymanagement   #jobs  

2013-06-04 02:33:08 (27 comments, 23 reshares, 49 +1s)

Ever wanted to be a Community Manager at +Google? Here's your chance!

We're hiring awesome guys and gals right now to help join our Consumer Operations team and work on a variety of different products (you'd work on one, but we're hiring for a few!) As a CM, it's your job to be one of the  "faces of the community" and interact with the folks who use our products through forums, conferences social media-- wherever they are!  

If you're interested, check out the description below, and apply! Jobs are based in Mountain View, CA

Good luck :) 

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

#communitymanager   #communitymanagement   #jobs  

2013-06-04 00:43:17 (4 comments, 0 reshares, 14 +1s)

Congratulations +Mike McLoughlin the newest #ChromebookCentral   #TopContributor  

2013-06-03 05:05:18 (5 comments, 5 reshares, 54 +1s)

I may have missed   #caturday  but this cat isn't missing an opportunity to steal that duster. Kitty just needs to learn how to go through the door at an angle/tip it!

#humor  

Image source: http://themetapicture.com/feather-duster-thief/ 

2013-05-31 23:38:41 (8 comments, 0 reshares, 38 +1s)

Aww, look what came in the mail today! A fun +Sphero from my amazing Top Contributor, +G. Hussain Chinoy!

So far, my favorite part has been the un-boxing (working at +Google we/I never get to unbox things-- devices are always unboxed for us, so I actually really enjoy opening boxes and finding out what's inside!) 

Thanks Hussain! You're too sweet! 

Now, to play... muhahaha

2013-06-02 17:30:19 (1 comments, 4 reshares, 32 +1s)

May is just about over-- just like this week's #chromiestopthreads

Pssst, +David Farrell I think you should watch-- especially around the 5 minute mark. cough birthday shout out cough

And for those of you who don't want to watch, the links and bits are below:

Find out what version of Chrome OS you're running by going to chrome://help
I also addresses the R27 rollout rumors (spoiler alert: no, it hasn't been pulled!)

Try searching the Chrome Web Store for apps that just won't work on a Chromebook! https://chrome.google.com/webstore/search/

Samsung Chromebook touchpad ground noise: https://groups.google.com/d/msg/chromebook-central/1NWkSHNplNo/1IJ3vm-KUyoJ

Contact Enterprise sales (emerging markets/bulk orders for business) http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/business/devices/contact-popup.html... more »

2013-05-31 16:56:28 (3 comments, 1 reshares, 51 +1s)

Wishing +David Farrell a very happy birthday -- I hope your day is filled with delight and Chrome-tastic surprises!

Thanks for being an amazing #chromie !

(If you've ever visited Chromebook Central you've probably run into David, aka MasonicMoron, and have probably received help from him!)  

Image source: https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-J7CcX_DZgV4/UEarQQAdFKI/AAAAAAAAMuo/C2VLJ_uChDA/w497-h373/IMG_20120904_161550.jpg

2013-05-30 21:51:22 (14 comments, 28 reshares, 63 +1s)

Do you live in the San Francisco Bay Area?

If so, then listen up! I have a special treat just for you! (If you're not in the SF Bay Area, I'm sorry!) 

If you want to try free same-day delivery for 6 months, use my priority code F&F2 to get an early invite to Google Shopping Express http://goo.gl/PFc4J 

I've been using it for quite some time (used it again today!)-- it's great for on-the-fly purchases, or when you really don't want to stop at the store on your way home. Cut out the hassle and ship straight to your door! 

2013-05-29 05:06:13 (17 comments, 1 reshares, 24 +1s)

What do you do when the shows have wrapped for the season and there's nothing on TV? 

Me? I re-watch some of my favorite old shows like The West Wing and of course, Friday Night Lights -- both of which are available for streaming on +Netflix (via your #chromebook , +Google TV, and +Android devices!) 

If you aren't a Friday Night Lights fan, now is the time. 5 seasons (stick with it through season 2-- it was the writers strike! Give 'em a break!) And no, you don't need to like football to like FNL -- it's about a lot more than that. You'll thank me later. 

Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose. 

Watch on Netflix here (subscription required): http://movies.netflix.com/WiMovie/70136125?strkid=1192693530_0_0&trkid=222336&movieid=70136125 


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2013-05-31 20:59:17 (15 comments, 1 reshares, 15 +1s)

Weekly review of the top threads in Chromebook Central (chromebook.com/community) and Google+ related to Chromebooks. 

Event will be re-shared and posted to +Melissa Daniels's YouTube channel and to the Chromies Top Threads Playlist: http://goo.gl/ItuEK

2013-05-28 06:58:01 (10 comments, 2 reshares, 41 +1s)

Chromebooks have arrived in Singapore!

Chromebooks are secure, affordable and lightweight laptops for everyone. They make it easy to do everyday things, like sending email, surfing the web or creating/editing documents.

They boot in seconds, resume instantly and thanks to automatic updates, actually get better over time. With no setup or maintenance required and built in security, Chromebooks come without hassles — they just work. 

Since launching in the US, The Samsung Chromebook has been the top-selling laptop on Amazon, and around the world Chromebooks have become a part of everyday life for many people - a computer for the kitchen, for on the go, or for sharing with the family.

Now Singaporeans can enjoy the Chromebook experience with the launch of the Samsung, Acer and HP Chromebooks. Available from Courts stores across Singapore. 

2013-05-27 16:59:02 (2 comments, 6 reshares, 77 +1s)

All gave some. Some gave all.

Remembering the men and women who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces this Memorial Day.

Thank you.


Image source: http://fineartamerica.com/featured/some-gave-all-kari-tedrick.html

2013-05-26 02:40:52 (9 comments, 10 reshares, 101 +1s)

Ran into this furry fellow yesterday outside my house. #autoawesome stitched together the photos I took of him/her in time for #caturday -- meow!

2013-05-26 00:55:20 (2 comments, 12 reshares, 57 +1s)

This just made me miss The Fresh Prince, and apparently 2.4 mil views in one day makes me believe I'm not alone 

2013-05-24 21:33:44 (5 comments, 2 reshares, 27 +1s)

Another week, another #chromiestopthreads  down. This week, we talked about conversational search, #catbeards  and #chromebooks  in Malaysia. So, pretty much, we covered the things that run the internet: cats, search and devices :)

Catch you in Chromebook Central! (chromebook.com/community) 

Conversational Search: http://insidesearch.blogspot.com/2013/05/a-multi-screen-and-conversational.html 
And watch Amit Singhal talk about Conversational Search at I/O here: http://youtu.be/9pmPa_KxsAM?t=1h50m59s 

Video editing on a Chromebook with WeVideo: https://plus.google.com/u/1/102860501900098846931/posts/KCfUhzWrzrT 

Chromebooks in Malaysia (article from Endgadget about WiMax): http://www.engadget.com/2013/05/22/malaysia-yes-4g-chromebook-wimax/ 
YES site: http://www.yes.my/v3/personal/devices/samsung-4g-chromebook.do

Rich notificationspushed ... more »

2013-05-24 21:18:10 (1 comments, 2 reshares, 11 +1s)

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by Oklahoma tornado tragedy. We're working with +Verizon Wireless and +Acer to set up Chromebook stations with free Internet around the area. Go to Red Cross stations at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church and the Moore Community Center, as well as Walmart #277, 501 SW 19th St, Moore, Oklahoma. We hope people find this useful.

2013-05-24 20:43:40 (1 comments, 5 reshares, 10 +1s)

Calling all educators!

Are you a K-12 professional in the Bay Area leveraging Google Apps for Education or other Google tools (cough #Chromebooks  ) and are looking to collaborate and connect with others doing the same? Then listen up!

Join us for the second annual Google in Education California Summit, held at Sequoia High School in Silicon Valley on July 13 & 14, 2013.

This high intensity two day event focuses on deploying, integrating, and using Google Apps for Education and other Google Tools to promote student learning in K-12 and higher education. The program features Google Certified Teachers, Google Apps for Education Certified Trainers, practicing administrators, solution. 

Oh, and I'll be there too! For more information and to register, follow the link below. 

(Please note that this event is targeted towardste... more »

2013-05-24 03:23:32 (52 comments, 85 reshares, 179 +1s)

Oh, Internet. You make me laugh. #humor

Image source: http://www.ilyke.net/79-of-people-don-t-know-opposite-words-of-these---/6869

2013-05-23 20:33:15 (0 comments, 3 reshares, 21 +1s)

Stable Channel Update for Chrome OS

The Stable channel has been updated to 27.0.1453.103 (Platform version: 3912.79.0) for all Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of new features, bug fixes and security improvements. 

Machines will be receiving updates over then next several days.

Release Highlights:

Panel windows for chat and more
New Launcher positioning mode
Per App list of open tabs & windows
Horizontal three finger scrub moves between tabs
New folder hierarchy on file manager
Auto-complete in Drive search
Memory management optimization
Enhanced support for common wireless touchpads/mice
Updated Chrome Office Viewer extension
Pepper Flash updated to 11.7.700.202-r2
GTalk plugin updated to 3.15.2.0

If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting Chromebook  Central(... more »

2013-05-23 20:34:08 (20 comments, 6 reshares, 59 +1s)

Stable Channel Update for Chrome OS

The Stable channel has been updated to 27.0.1453.103 (Platform version: 3912.79.0) for all Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of new features, bug fixes and security improvements. 

Machines will be receiving updates over the next several days.

Release Highlights:

Panel windows for chat and more
New Launcher positioning mode
Per App list of open tabs & windows
Horizontal three finger scrub moves between tabs
New folder hierarchy on file manager
Auto-complete in Drive search
Memory management optimization
Enhanced support for common wireless touchpads/mice
Updated Chrome Office Viewer extension
Pepper Flash updated to 11.7.700.202-r2
GTalk plugin updated to 3.15.2.0

If you find new issues, please let us know by visiting Chromebook  Central(... more »

2013-05-24 21:01:27 (0 comments, 2 reshares, 11 +1s)

Weekly review of the top threads and topics surrounding #chromebooks   Video will be re-shared to Google+ shortly after. 

2013-05-23 17:42:22 (31 comments, 25 reshares, 201 +1s)

Richer notifications come to +Google Chrome and your #chromebook  -- available on the Beta channel (Mac support coming soon!)

Learn more in today's blogpost: http://chrome.blogspot.com/2013/05/richer-notifications-coming-to-chrome.html 

2013-05-23 16:34:45 (2 comments, 6 reshares, 30 +1s)

Natural disasters like the tornadoes tearing through Oklahoma, Texas and the rest of the Midwest work to redefine community. They bring people together in a time of need. 

Right now, let's fuse together as an online community and show our support for the folks in Oklahoma, Texas and beyond. If you can, please support the Red Cross Disaster Relief fund which helps provide food, shelter and emotional support to those affected by disasters like the recent tornadoes in Oklahoma and Texas. 

To help, visit: redcross.org, dial 1-800-REDCROSS or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation

http://google.org/crisismap/2013-oklahoma-tornado 

_com·mu·ni·ty _
/kəˈmyo͞onitē/
Noun
- A group of people living together in one place, esp. one practicing common ownership
- All the people living in a particular area or place: "localcommunitie... more »

2013-05-21 04:17:20 (30 comments, 13 reshares, 36 +1s)

This is what happens when you let junk mail subsidize the US postal system.

2013-05-20 20:03:10 (4 comments, 12 reshares, 58 +1s)

Recently, we announced that the country of Malaysia decided to "Go Google" by adopting Google Apps for 10 million students, teachers and parents. As part of this initiative they are also deploying Chromebooks to primary and secondary schools nationwide. 

Take a look at some of the ways that students in Malaysia have been embracing #chromebooks  -- then, visit our EDU site to see if it's a fit for your school and site: http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/education/devices/

#FORMALAYSIA  +Google Chrome 

2013-05-20 06:09:08 (5 comments, 0 reshares, 44 +1s)

As #io13  wrapped up, +Jacky Hayward +Divya Vishwanath and myself snuck over to the Embarcadero for a late lunch and passed by the +Google SF offices. On our way, I snapped this shot and wanted to share, and say "thanks!"

To those of you who I met in person at #io13  it was a pleasure. And, to the whole slew of you who sent in #request  after request-- thank you! I know I had a blast completing them. (If we missed yours-- I'm so sorry!) I hope you felt a bit closer to the fun and festivities that are #io13  and we look forward to doing this again next year!

2013-05-19 08:51:23 (125 comments, 251 reshares, 1066 +1s)

Laughing so hard at this. Just in time for #caturday a little bit of #catshaming #trex

Image source: http://www.cutestpaw.com/images/kikisaurus-rex-shes-not-amused/

2013-05-18 02:39:57 (10 comments, 2 reshares, 87 +1s)

O hai #io13   #request -ers! Check out +Divya Vishwanath, +Melissa Daniels, and me moonwalking in front of this year's +Google Chrome booth.


+Joshua Woodward you like? 

2013-05-17 23:42:55 (1 comments, 5 reshares, 25 +1s)

#io13  is a wrap, and so is this week's Chromies Top Threads video! Enjoy! 

Looking for the bugs referenced in this video? Look no further! All other threads can be found by searching Chromebook Central -- chromebook.com/community 

Watch the Keynote for I/O here: Google I/O 2013: Keynote

Skydrive: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/skydrive/nffchahhjecejoiigmnhhicpoabngedk?

Thread about WiFi drops & Bluetooth: https://groups.google.com/d/topic/chromebook-central/zaHFRwuZTZI/discussion

Pick up your own Pixel charger: https://play.google.com/store/devices/details/Charger_for_Chromebook_Pixel?id=chromebook_pixel_adapter&feature=accessories#

2013-05-18 18:02:39 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 5 +1s)

This week's recap of the top threads and posts surrounding the Chrome OS community. Be there, or be square!

http://youtu.be/rHjiWDXdYnQ

2013-05-17 19:25:53 (4 comments, 3 reshares, 46 +1s)

Caught someone exploring +Google Maps "Map Dive" an experiment powered by +Google Chrome

#io13

2013-05-17 19:13:14 (1 comments, 1 reshares, 28 +1s)

Just fulfilled an awesome #request  from +Mike McLoughlin: ladies and gentlemen, check out +Melissa Daniels photobombing a live interview and giving the reporter a nice pair of bunny ears. Think they'll invite us back to #io13  next year? :) 

2013-05-17 19:12:30 (0 comments, 0 reshares, 17 +1s)

+Marty Goetting, you get major points for getting us a whole lot of attention in the middle of the floor at  #io13 ! I'm thinking none of us made the cheerleading squad in high school :) Thanks for the hilarious #request , hope our pyramid is up to par.