If you’ve done any research on the Samsung Chromebook Pro in preparation for a possible purchase, you’ve likely seen the sparse accounts of the device overheating. Perhaps you’ve even dismissed the Pro outright on account of this. Well, we wanted to set the record straight on this device that, as I’ve plainly expressed, is perhaps […]
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This is where it all began for Chrome Unboxed. Years ago, we existed simply as a Chrome OS device review channel on YouTube. After expanding our reach, we still remain dedicated to offering timely and thorough reviews of the latest Chrome OS devices. Here you'll find a review of every piece of Chrome OS hardware we've been able to get our hands on.
Samsung Chromebook Pro: Thoughts After A Month
Back in early June, we received our Samsung Chromebook Pro review unit. After having spent a month with the pre-production model back in February, I wanted to make sure and give this updated model a very thorough review period. You see, as we’ve posited in the past, the Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro are very […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro Vs. Plus Revisited
If this sounds a bit like Déjà vu, it is. Well, kind of. If you are coming to this article without a whole lot of the history we’ve been compiling on these devices for just about a year, I’ll give you the skinny. (Conversely, you can go here and read from the beginning of the […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro: Early Hands On
You might have seen Gabriel’s reference to this earlier today, but we have the production model Samsung Chromebook Pro in the office now. I’ve spent the entire work day with it and I wanted to give everyone a few tidbits about what my real-world first imporessions are. Rough Press…Again Before that, I wanted to mention […]
Continue ReadingChrome Home: New Features Come To Canary
Much like Chrome OS, Chrome for Android has multiple builds or “channels” where developers introduce, test and enhance new features and functions. Some of these features may never see the light of day but many will eventually make their way to the Stable channel of Chrome for millions of users around the world. One feature […]
Continue ReadingAutonomous Smart Desk Review
So, the title of this post may make you scratch your head a bit. Why is Chrome Unboxed reviewing a desk? Stick with me for just a few minutes and you’ll see. Shop Autonomous on Amazon I’ve been on the hunt for a great sit/stand desk for some time, but I’ve been a bit unwilling […]
Continue ReadingChrome Extension Spotlight: Help Your Favorite Charity With Smile Wide
This weeks spotlight is a very “charitable” extension that will let you donate to your favorite organization by just shopping on line like you normally would. Smile Wide is a Chrome extension that automatically turns non-affiliate Amazon links into Amazon Smile links.
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Plus VS. Pro: Performance
When we look at head-to-head videos, we are usually comparing displays, keyboards, speed, etc. For this one, things are a bit more simple. The Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro are, in essence, the same – except in their processors and their varying abilities to run Android Apps smoothly.
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Plus Review
The Samsung Chromebook Plus is here and we’ve had some real-world time to spend with it both for work and for play. How does it get along? Before we begin, this review will be VERY different than most. Mainly, because 90% of this device has already been reviewed and broken down in fullness right over […]
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro Vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip C302
In what has become the most difficult head-to-head comparison I’ve ever attempted, we are going to take a side-by-side look at the Samsung Chromebook Pro and the ASUS Chromebook Flip C302 to see if we can sort out which one of these fantastic devices deserve your hard-earned dollars.
Continue ReadingSamsung Chromebook Pro Review
The Samsung Chromebook Pro is, perhaps, the most anticipated Chromebook release in Chromebook history. A combination of unique form factor, screen aspect ratio, and input methods, the Samsung Chromebook Pro is a device that impresses on many fronts.
Continue ReadingASUS Chromebook Flip C302 Review
There are few Chromebooks that I’ve been as excited about as the ASUS Chromebook Flip C302. As we’ve tracked this device since its inception, holding the physical incarnation is more rewarding than I imagined.
Continue ReadingGold Acer Chromebook 14 Review
Back in May of this year, we put out a video review of the Acer Chromebook 14 when it was released. Clad in aluminum with a Full HD display, the device was impressive at an even more impressive price. Fast forward 7 months, and we now have the gold version of the Acer Chromebook 14 […]
Continue ReadingHP Chromebook 11 G5 Touchscreen Review
Available since July, the HP Chromebook 11 G5 is HP’s 5 attempt at making a smaller, portable version of it’s long-standing Chromebook 14.
Continue ReadingAffordable Chromecast Audio Speaker: Sony h.ear Go Review
Today, we are taking a quick look at Sony’s h.ear go wireless speaker. This device comes equiped with not only bluetooth, but Chromecast Audio casting ability baked right in. What that means for users is without any extra, wired attachments, we get clean, clear, casted audio over wifi with very little setup.
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