While I didn’t get an answer to this question, I have to do a linux reinstall and noticed that when I click on the official launcher, it alerted me to missing libraries that is needed so that Shadow can run properly.While this is a small detail, the fact that the launcher is improving a bit helps restore some confidence in the product for me.
Have you tried the options in the testing tab?
Just to update on the situation: So, the Shadow client is working. Looks like the later updates to ChromeOS have finally stop the flickering problem that is associated with some Android Apps.
Sorry that I’m only answering this now, but I decided to use my low-end Windows PC laptop to finally use Shadow, since it works better in Windows than Chromebook. However, the Chromebook flickering apps to be a Chromebook app issue that is not exclusively related to Shadow. I noticed that Vivaldi Android app on Chromebook also flickers. If you’re interested, I am going to post up a proper bug report.
After a few days working on this, I decided that it’s just not worth trying to piece together things so that I can make the Lunix version work flawlessly on Chromebook.Yes, it does have a few advantages, like looking sharper with the color enhancements, possible dual screens and locking the mouse properly and the keyboard bindings, but it takes away from other items, like USB support, which is already supported in the Android version.While I do creative work and I do need keyboard shortcuts, I don’t need it so badly that I’m willing to use the little spare time to get it to work properly. If anyone got some input on how to get the linux version to work seamlessly, I’m willing to listen. But now, I’m willing to entertain questions about the process of what I’ve been doing.
So, I decided to play one full game and work for at least one hour. Here’s the results: The Good: I can use the mouse at regular speed, no problem. Just lock the mouse and you’ll be fine. You can use the Shadow Menu. Some shortcut keys work fine. Tab-Alt, Copy and Paste, The Function Keys (but you must disable Chromebook functions by going into settings)The Bad:If the connection drops and you reconnect, you won’t be able to access the Start Menu. The Search Key isn’t bind to the Start key. Microphone doesn’t connect. You can’t use any USB devices. So, good buy controller. The Linux app requires multi-steps to get working. The difference between the Android App + Lunix App thus far:Android app you can plug in USB devices. Linux App you can lock the mouse. Android App you can use the microphone? (Not sure) The Android app is much, much easier to install.While I won’t give up on the Shadow Linux app… I guess it’s going to be Android for a while until I figure out how to tweak it.
any updates on this?It’s been a while, but they have Wacom support. So, it might be worth updating the results for people who have it?
As an owner of both, I would say get a refurbished WIndows 10 computer if you plan to go full-time with Shadow.The ChromeOS keyboard doesn’t perfectly bind to the Shadow app. The best I can do to switch off the fuction keys on the top so that if I need to press F1 for example, I can do it without an issue.Also, the mouse is a tad slower and if you have a touchscreen (I don’t think $200 Chromebooks got one, but just in case), Shadow doesn’t play with it well. So, it’s an adjustment.I’m not saying anything bad about Chromebooks. I do love mine. I’m just saying it’s an adjustment.
I’m curious about something:If you use a bluetooth keyboard and mouse, would you be able to use shortcuts on your Shadow?I try using my keyboard on the app, but the keyboard is binded to ChromeOS, so I never was able use keyboard shortcuts with the Windows Key for example.
Price increases are always going to happen when a new company takes over. I paid for almost two years and never really got to use this to the full potential because of the iffy wifi at my old place. But now that I’m in a new area, I’ve been using my setup and compare to my current computer that is now very outdated, a new laptop that I use strictly for Shadow and such, I say that I’m surprised that I spend $11.99 for it. At one point, Shadow was marketed at $50/month with a commitment. I was willing to get it if I am able to play the latest games. Now, that it’s $30/month without the commitment, I may stay on just to see if I can use it to the best of my ability. I used Shadow for more than just gaming, so it’s easier for people who just see it as a gaming machine to miss out on the other things you can use Shadow for. I’m just happy it’s not going back up to $50.
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