Back in May, Samsung quietly debuted the next Chromebook in its budget-friendly lineup but this device broke out of the mold of its predecessors. The most recent "cheap" Chromebooks from Samsung consisted of the Chromebook 4 and 4+ that were powered by Intel Gemini Lake small-core CPUs. The … [Read more...] about How to grab a Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go for only $230
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Grab a premium 11th Gen HP Chromebook x360 14c and save $200
It's that time of year when the stars align just so and the back-to-school rush collides with the holiday shopping season and that's sprinkled with the promise of new devices coming down the pike. This magical concoction results in some of the latest and greatest devices getting massive discounts on … [Read more...] about Grab a premium 11th Gen HP Chromebook x360 14c and save $200
The Enterprise-minded 11th Gen HP Pro C640 G2 Chromebook is available for $849
Last year, HP debuted two Enterprise-focused Chromebooks with just about every bell and whistle that Chrome OS had to offer. The HP Elite c1030 and Pro c640 brought a lot to the table but the latter device was probably one of the most difficult reviews I've ever done. The premium clamshell features … [Read more...] about The Enterprise-minded 11th Gen HP Pro C640 G2 Chromebook is available for $849
ASUS quietly debuts ruggedized MediaTek Chromebook detachable for the classroom
ASUS is absolutely killing it in the Chrome OS space as of late. With three new 11th generation Tiger Lake Chromebooks and a unique mix of ARM-powered MediaTek 2-in-1 devices, ASUS is quickly becoming an easy recommendation for just about any use-case or budget. One of the most anticipated devices … [Read more...] about ASUS quietly debuts ruggedized MediaTek Chromebook detachable for the classroom
Deal of the Day: $200 off the Core i3 Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2
Premium Chromebooks are everywhere and unlike days gone by, you can choose from the latest generation CPUs or grab a model from last year and still get a premium experience with years of updates. The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 is a perfect example of the latter. The second iteration of Samsung's … [Read more...] about Deal of the Day: $200 off the Core i3 Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2
We told you so: the affordable Intel Jasper Lake Chromebook flood continues
It doesn't seem like it was that long ago that we took a look at the coming Intel Jasper Lake Chromebook flood that is on the way. Back in March we talked through the possible impact of Intel's latest small-core processors in Chromebooks, and back then we only knew of 20 devices in development and … [Read more...] about We told you so: the affordable Intel Jasper Lake Chromebook flood continues
Take $100 off the 11th Gen Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i
In the market for a late-model Tiger Lake Chromebook? You're in luck. Your options are expanding almost weekly and some of the 11th Gen Intel Chromebooks are already enjoying some tasty discounts if you know where to look. The crowd-favorite ASUS Chromebook CX5 has dropped to as little as $419 in … [Read more...] about Take $100 off the 11th Gen Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i
HP is refreshing the awesome Chromebook c1030 with 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake
It's no secret that one of the best Chromebooks you can buy right now is the somewhat-expensive HP Chromebook c1030. Launched first as an enterprise-focused device and followed up as the consumer-facing Chromebook x360 13c, this device is one of the best-built Chromebooks we've ever laid hands on. … [Read more...] about HP is refreshing the awesome Chromebook c1030 with 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake
Flagship-caliber MediaTek Kompanio Chromebook ‘Tomato’ begins development
We're hot off the heels of HP announcing the highly-anticipated Snapdragon-powered Chromebook X2 11 tablet. While there's a lot to be excited about when it comes to HP's latest detachable, we were somewhat disappointed that the 11" 2-in-1 tablet is using the older Snapdragon 7c from Qualcomm. … [Read more...] about Flagship-caliber MediaTek Kompanio Chromebook ‘Tomato’ begins development
HP’s Qualcomm-powered detachable Chromebook X2 is official
It has been nearly a year since we first unearthed the Snapdragon-powered Chrome OS tablet that goes by the code name 'Coachz'. Since that time, Robby has committed to finding every single detail he could about this exciting little detachable, and now, we believe we have a device to go with his … [Read more...] about HP’s Qualcomm-powered detachable Chromebook X2 is official
ASUS Chromebook CX9 unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
I have been waiting for this day for months. Not since October of 2017 and the announcement of Google's Pixelbook have I been this excited to get my hands on a flagship Chromebook. No, it isn't a new Pixelbook. Nor is it a new premium device from Samsung. The Chromebook that has had me on the edge … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook CX9 unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
What happens when a Chrome OS device is no longer supported?
Have you ever wondered what happens when your Chrome OS device reaches the end of its support? Me too. Fortunately (or unfortunately?), my Chromebook Pixel 2 was promised updates until a few months ago. This article will be the first in a series where I talk about breathing new life into your Chrome … [Read more...] about What happens when a Chrome OS device is no longer supported?
