force update chromebook pixel 2013?

[Michael DuBuc]

I know my way around computers but I am not tech savvy.

I was wondering if there is a way to force update my chromebook pixel 2013? I received a message saying that I would no longer receive software updates because my device is at "end of life"

My main concern for this is that I can't use streaming services like Netflix and Hulu anymore because of a "browser no longer supported" error.

I don't use my laptop for much these days but would like to be able to stream on it since it seems more that capable of doing so.

If there isn't a way to force my chromebook to update, is there a way to get around this "browser not supported" error?

If anyone can offer any help on this subject it would be greatly appreciated.

chrome OS version : 69.0.3497.95 beta

message on my "about chrome os" : This device will no longer receive the latest software updates. Please consider upgrading. Learn more

Version 69.0.3497.95 (Official Build) beta (64-bit)

[Mike Frysinger]

unfortunately, not really

you might be able to switch to dev mode and install crouton and run a newer chrome there

-mike

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[Tickmc]

Hi Michael,

To add, you could also consider the options found here:
 
MrChromebox.tech
johnlewis.ie
 
You can also opt to manually install a Cloudready image (from Neverware.com).

This is a nice write-up of the available options:
-https://www.ifixit.com/News/how-to-get-updates-on-your-end-of-life-chromebook

Mike

[Mike Frysinger]

thanks for those tips. I can see about adding them to our device wiki.

-mike

[Michael DuBuc]

thank you both for your responses, I will see if I can figure out how to do this.

your help is greatly appreciated