Acer recently added a new member to its Chromebook Plus family: the Acer Chromebook Plus 516. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because it shares a designation with one of our favorite large-format Chromebooks from the past couple of years – the Acer Chromebook 516 GE (Gaming Edition). We’ve spent … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Plus 516 unboxing and first impressions [VIDEO]
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MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook ‘Navi’ is getting an OLED screen
It's no secret that at least one MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook is on the way and that this upcoming device's code name is 'Navi'. Based on the 'Rauru' baseboard, this device could be the absolute must-buy Chromebook for those who prize a large display, blazing performance, long battery … [Read more...] about MediaTek Kompanio Ultra-powered Chromebook ‘Navi’ is getting an OLED screen
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is finally on sale again
It's been about a month since we last saw a discounted price on the popular, awesome Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus. Prior to that, we'd only seen this device go on sale a couple of times here in 2025, and as of this week, it has returned once again. This discount is a bit odd, netting you $125 … [Read more...] about The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is finally on sale again
It looks like Trump’s tariffs are starting to affect Chromebooks prices, too
Last week, we saw a jump on the price of Samsung's latest Galaxy Chromebook Plus over at Best Buy, driving the cost of one of my favorite devices up from $699.99 to $749.99. And then this morning, another top-tier Chromebook just jumped up by a whopping $100, bringing the full asking price up to … [Read more...] about It looks like Trump’s tariffs are starting to affect Chromebooks prices, too
Best Buy inexplicably raised the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus price by $50
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, easily one of the best higher-end Chromebooks you can buy these days, has seen a puzzling price increase at Best Buy. While Samsung's official website maintains the device's base price at the established $699.99, Best Buy has decided to increase it by $50. This … [Read more...] about Best Buy inexplicably raised the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus price by $50
Acer is prepping a new Chromebook Plus 514 with upgraded internals
Last week, we stumbled upon evidence (thanks to a reader) of a new Acer Chromebook Plus 516 device that looks to be arriving at any point now. It's already listed in both the Chromium Dash and in the official device updates list at cros.tech as well, so the next step is to simply see a listing for … [Read more...] about Acer is prepping a new Chromebook Plus 514 with upgraded internals
The brilliant, oft-overlooked ASUS Expert book CX54 Chromebook Plus is over $100 off
If you've been eyeing a Chromebook Plus that nails both performance and sleek design, there's a device on sale that you need to be paying attention to. The ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus has returned to its lowest price ever, making an already-fantastic device even more appealing. Oddly … [Read more...] about The brilliant, oft-overlooked ASUS Expert book CX54 Chromebook Plus is over $100 off
Upcoming MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook ‘Navi’ will have a 16-inch 4K screen
There's a lot we already know about the upcoming Chromebook code named 'Navi'. But there's a ton we don't yet know as well, and a bit of that mystery is getting decoded today with some pretty clear evidence that this ARM-powered beast of a Chromebook is set to be on a much larger scale than we … [Read more...] about Upcoming MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook ‘Navi’ will have a 16-inch 4K screen
The discounted Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus returns
Well, well, well; this was a happy surprise to wake up to today. After spending a very long time at a discounted price, the ongoing deal on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus was destined to end at some point. Early in March, after being on sale for nearly the entirety of February, the Galaxy … [Read more...] about The discounted Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus returns
Are Chromebook Plus owners actually using Quick Insert?
There's a rule of sorts called Betteridge's law of headlines that states any headline that ends in a question mark can be answered by the word no. In the case of this particular post, it once again holds up for me. As a Chromebook Plus user - across a bunch of different devices - I've found the … [Read more...] about Are Chromebook Plus owners actually using Quick Insert?
How to save $170 or more on the most versatile Chromebook Plus model
Of all the Chromebook Plus models out there, I'd have to say that the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 is not only in contention to be labeled the best, but also the most versatile. There are fantastic devices on the market right now, including the stellar Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, the ASUS … [Read more...] about How to save $170 or more on the most versatile Chromebook Plus model
Unbelievably, the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is still just $419
We had a pretty large turnover in Chromebook deals this week. One of the bigger deals that has been going for quite some time - $75 off the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus - finally ended at both Best Buy and Samsung's own website. In light of that, I fully expected the biggest discount ever on the … [Read more...] about Unbelievably, the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is still just $419













