Back at CES 2020 (which feels like it was 5 years ago at this point), one of the big Chromebook releases that we were very excited by at the time was the new ASUS Chromebook Flip C436. In every way, this Chromebook looked like the clear successor to the very-popular C434 that came before it and … [Read more...] about One of the most powerful Chromebooks available just showed up at Best Buy
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Chromebook users reporting a CPU-crushing bug linked to Android apps
There's nothing quite like having your Chromebook dump power by the truckload and have absolutely no explanation as to why it's happening. Unfortunately, that exactly the experience that dozens of Chromebook users are reporting in the Chromebook Support Forum. The culprit appears to be a process … [Read more...] about Chromebook users reporting a CPU-crushing bug linked to Android apps
Finally, the $409 Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook is back
We're always on the lookout for a good deal on a Chromebook so we share the savings with our readers. Sadly, good deals are few and far between these days. As of late, it's more about finding a decent device that doesn't cost more than retail. Today, one of our favorite Chromebooks of 2020 is our … [Read more...] about Finally, the $409 Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook is back
Students, grab the budget-friendly Samsung Chromebook 4 for $196 and score 10% cashback
There's something to be said about simplicity and that's exactly what the Samsung Chromebook 4 has to offer. The 11.6" Chromebook isn't the fanciest Chromebook on the market but what it does feature is a great entry-level processor and a wallet-friendly price tag. Like its larger sibling, the … [Read more...] about Students, grab the budget-friendly Samsung Chromebook 4 for $196 and score 10% cashback
Upcoming Chromebook keyboards to get a new ‘snapshot’ function key
As we've talked about at length before, Chromebooks generally have the same keyboard layout regardless of the manufacturer. The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 I'm typing this on has the same exact keyboard layout as the HP Chromebook Pro C640 that is on the next desk over. Apart from a handful of … [Read more...] about Upcoming Chromebook keyboards to get a new ‘snapshot’ function key
September 2020: The best Chromebooks to buy right now
The state of Chromebook inventories hasn't improved over the past few weeks and unfortunately, it will likely remain this way well into the fall. That said, we're checking daily for devices to land back on shelves so that we can alert our readers when a Chromebook is actually available again. What's … [Read more...] about September 2020: The best Chromebooks to buy right now
Samsung Chromebook 4+ review: good enough
One of the most charming parts of the Chromebook story over the years has been the ability to go and snag a sub-$300 laptop that can actually get some things done. Though low-end Chromebooks are generally not great at most parts of the laptop experience, they are usually passable. Decent. OK. … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook 4+ review: good enough
Time to add a ton of Chromebooks to the list of upcoming devices
I remember a day when finding one new Chromebook development board was cause for celebration and excitement. I remember the thrill of the hunt and the days following a new find, filled with digging and questions around what this new Chromebook would end up becoming. Those were simpler days and we … [Read more...] about Time to add a ton of Chromebooks to the list of upcoming devices
Project 10 Million: T-Mobile brings free high-speed internet and at-cost Chromebooks to students
The Un-Carrier has been busy as of late. On the heels of the company finalizing its merger with Sprint, T-Mobile has been working steadily to expand 5G coverage and get high-speed internet into the hands of as many customers as possible. T-Mobile recently announced a three-part initiative that … [Read more...] about Project 10 Million: T-Mobile brings free high-speed internet and at-cost Chromebooks to students
Hands-On: USI pens for Chromebooks are finally arriving and they are awesome [VIDEO]
The story of USI pens is a long one. In fact, the entire USI (universal stylus initiative) platform dates all the way back to 2015. In a similar manner to unifying ports under one, universal standard (USB), USI aims to wrangle all the differing, proprietary digital pen technologies into one, … [Read more...] about Hands-On: USI pens for Chromebooks are finally arriving and they are awesome [VIDEO]
Student Deals: Up to $320 off the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
We're back with a last-minute deal that could save you as much as $380 if you're eligible. Samsung has once again knocked $200 off of the ultra-premium Galaxy Chromebook and thanks to the company's Education Discount Program, you can take another $119.85 off when you buy directly from Samsung. That … [Read more...] about Student Deals: Up to $320 off the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
Samsung Chromebook 4+ unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
The Samsung Chromebook 4 and 4+ came out some time ago, announced all the way back in October of last year. The pair was never really on our radar as their internals were simply too mundane at too high a price to ever consider or recommend. For low-end Chromebooks, there have been far too many … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook 4+ unboxing and initial impressions [VIDEO]
