More than ever, the Chromebook market is overflowing with options - from convertibles to tablets to gaming Chromebooks, it can be tough to sort out one Chromebook from the next. And for devices like the Asus Chromebook CM34 Flip, I'd say the ability to stand out in the crowd is even more difficult. … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Plus CM34 Flip review: budget-friendly workhorse [VIDEO]
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Acer Chromebook Spin 714 Review: they nailed this one [VIDEO]
Acer Chromebook Spin 714 MSRP - $699.00 [How we rate Chromebooks] "Acer has focused on refining their Spin 714 lineup, and the result is a device that feels meticulously crafted and well-considered. In short, they nailed this one" Pros Cons Say hello to the Acer Chromebook Spin 714 for 2023, … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Spin 714 Review: they nailed this one [VIDEO]
The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Slim 3 is a marvel of affordability [VIDEO]
Here in the office, we have the new Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Slim 3 - or what we tend to just call the Slim 3. This Chromebook showed up quietly, following the same design ethos that Lenovo employed for the Flex 3i we recently reviewed and really enjoyed a lot. The Slim 3 is a classic clamshell … [Read more...] about The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Slim 3 is a marvel of affordability [VIDEO]
The Pixel Tablet is great, but unique in the wrong ways for right now [VIDEO]
I'm not really a tablet guy. If you've been around Chrome Unboxed for a little while, you likely know that already. I easily get confused with the best way to utilize a tablet in my daily workflow, and though I like the form factor just fine, tablets tend to get lost on me between my large-screen … [Read more...] about The Pixel Tablet is great, but unique in the wrong ways for right now [VIDEO]
ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip Review: a big step forward [VIDEO]
ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 MSRP - $799.00 "It's easily my favorite ASUS Chromebook since the CX5400 from a couple years ago and one that I'd be happy to use as my daily device in most cases." Pros Cons When the new cloud-gaming focused Chrombooks arrived last fall, it was pretty easy to spot … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Vibe CX34 Flip Review: a big step forward [VIDEO]
Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i 2023 review: extraordinary value [VIDEO]
With this new, affordable Chromebook from Lenovo - the 12-inch IdeaPad Flex 3i - I'll just go ahead and say it: these new Intel Alder Lake-N Chromebooks are here to change the game in the low-cost Chromebook space. And if you are anything like me and love the feeling of getting a great deal on a … [Read more...] about Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i 2023 review: extraordinary value [VIDEO]
Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i pre-review: equal parts awesome and affordable
I don't do this very often, but I'm so happy with this little Chromebook that I feel like I can't wait until the full review is ready to share a bit about it. We have a few other videos in the queue ahead of the Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i, so that more-formal review won't come until later. … [Read more...] about Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Flex 3i pre-review: equal parts awesome and affordable
Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition review: a premium on modularity [VIDEO]
The Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition (we'll go with Framework or Framework Chromebook for the rest of this review) is a device that is largely without peer. In the Chromebook space, there's absolutely nothing like it and at $999, it is a very interesting Chromebook that gets much of the high-end … [Read more...] about Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition review: a premium on modularity [VIDEO]
HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook review: the no-contest King of Chromebooks [VIDEO]
By this point, you've likely seen our coverage (or someone else's) of the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook. It's been in the public eye since early January at CES 2023 and it's been in my hands for just over a month at this point, so I feel like many of you watching this video know what we're dealing … [Read more...] about HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook review: the no-contest King of Chromebooks [VIDEO]
ASUS Chromebook CX5601 review: bigger isn’t always better
The story of ASUS' 16-inch Chromebook - the CX5601 - is a bit of a strange one. From a surprise announcement one year ago at CES 2022 to a delayed arrival in stores and a lukewarm reception upon arrival, this Chromebook has made me wonder time and again just why ASUS made it in the first place. As … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook CX5601 review: bigger isn’t always better
Pixel Watch non-review: why I love Google’s wearable after a couple months
I've put off doing a "review" of the Pixel Watch for a very good reason. Well, it's a good reason to me, at least. To put it bluntly, I don't really know what I'm talking about with smartwatches: or just watches at all for that matter. I'm not a watch guy and my foray into smartwatches before the … [Read more...] about Pixel Watch non-review: why I love Google’s wearable after a couple months
Our picks for Best Chromebooks in 2022 [VIDEO]
For quite a few years at this point, we've put out our list of the best Chromebooks released in that calendar year. While that is useful information for sure, the situation here at the end of 2022 is a bit different than it was in years prior. Though we've moved on from the pandemic in many ways, … [Read more...] about Our picks for Best Chromebooks in 2022 [VIDEO]
