As Chrome 81 has been released to the stable channel, Chrome Beta has been moved to the beta version. It doesn’t come with a lot of visual changes but it has a set of new API’s and features that can enhance the capabilities of web apps.

One of the first major APIs that come with Chrome 81 is the ability for web apps to read and write to NFC tags. This can allow new use cases for these apps like for example, at a museum, a tag could give more information about an exhibit or inventory management at a warehouse. The API is simple to use for developers with a little instruction required to construct and interpret payloads.

Chrome 81 also introduces an update to the WebXR Device API that was first introduced back in Chrome 71, now adding support for augmented reality. Google has also added support for WebXR Hit Test API. The Hit Test API lets developers create immersive experiences for users, letting them place virtual objects in the real world using the camera.

Some of the other changes in the update include:

Position state for media playback
Modernized form controls
Updated CSS properties, specifically image-orientation and Color Adjust.

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If you are in the market for a laptop that delivers great performance under pressure, you will surely fall in love with Asus Chromebook C300.

This new line-up of ultra-portable laptops from ASUS is designed for a millennial’s mobile lifestyle. Designed with sleekness and sophistication matched with brilliant features, the

Chromebook C300 is equipped with Dual-core Intel Bay-Trail processor allowing you to multitask and to instantly switch between your apps and several browser tabs while staying energy efficient.

Finish that blog post, listen to that new song, Google search a new place – all of these at once with Chromebook C300.

It sports a stylish and attractive design with a hidden hinge for an added sleek look, and a durable black matte finish, for a premium feel. This 13.3-inch Chromebook, with almost just about 20mm thickness, and 1.41 KG (with 3-cell battery) stays portable for a carrying bag of virtually any size. The C300 has refined chiclet keyboard engineered with a high-quality mechanism that provides a solid feel of responsiveness and gives accurate action. Its extra-spacious touchpad has multi-finger gesture support for easy and intuitive usage. Such will give you plenty of space to type, zoom and scroll without compromising portability. You can practically carry it anywhere you want to go, while staying virtually productive.

The Chromebook C300 promises connection of 802.11ac+Bluetooth 4.0 (Dual band) -Intel WIDI providing up to 3x faster signal strength for browsing the web or online streaming from previous gen wireless. It also comes with a host of connectivity options. If you’re also itching to watch movies in larger displays, connect through the HDMI port to easily stream high quality content. And with SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port, you can easily transfer files or even charge your mobile phone while on the go.

And if you’re out somewhere without a power source, you can still finish your to-do list or stream your favorite movies and videos because of its battery life that lasts up to 10 hours. You can also enjoy all-day entertainment with its flawless display of 16:9 HD (1366×768) paired with high-quality stereo speakers with extra-large audio chambers. The HD web camera feature will assure you of a perfectly clear face-to-face video conference or capture photos or videos in superb detail; always a great tool for creating content for you next blog post or for connecting to a family or a friend.

What’s more to love is that with every Chromebook C300 comes 100GB of free Google Drive space*. Access your files and favorite Google services anytime and anywhere. With Google OS, you can count yourself out of the hassle of updates and anti-virus software. Its built-in anti-virus software will keep you protected against viruses and malware so you can always surf and save securely.

Retailed at PHP 17,995.00, the ASUS Chromebook C300 is locally available through MSI-ECS retail partners. For more product details, email marketing@msi-ecs.com.ph or call (02) 688-3510.