From time to time, this happens. A Chrome OS update is announced, starts showing up for users, and then we begin realizing that a large swath of Chromebooks aren't yet getting the promised update. Scheduled for Tuesday this week, Chrome OS 90 arrived with some cool new features that we've been … [Read more...] about If you are still looking for the Chrome OS 90 update, you aren’t alone
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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
Grab this rugged 2-in-1 Chromebook for just $289
In our never-ending trek to find decent Chromebooks at a fair price, I discovered a gem this morning that's perfect for this time of year when so many kiddos are headed back to class. While this isn't the latest model from CTL, the Chromebook NL7T-360 offers all the features you'd expect from a … [Read more...] about Grab this rugged 2-in-1 Chromebook for just $289
These Google 3D AR experiences are perfect for back to school learning
One of the cooler, less-often talked about features of the Google app is its ability to deliver up immersive AR (augmented reality) experiences right from a search. We've talked a bit about them here before as animals began showing up in the app and bugs were also recently added, but a couple posts … [Read more...] about These Google 3D AR experiences are perfect for back to school learning
Sector 5 E4 LTE Review: A new bar for EDU Chromebooks
We do our best to get our hands on all varieties of Chrome OS devices in the hopes that we can help our readers make the best buying decisions based on personal need and equally important, budget. That said, it's not often that we get a chance to take a look at a Chromebook that was designed … [Read more...] about Sector 5 E4 LTE Review: A new bar for EDU Chromebooks
What’s inside? How to find your Chromebook’s hardware specs
Once upon a time, Chromebook hardware traveled a very narrow path. Most devices were powered by either a small or big core Intel processor and either 2GB or 4GB of RAM. With the exception of a couple of ARM-based outliers and the expensive Pixel Chromebooks, there wasn't a ton of variation in specs. … [Read more...] about What’s inside? How to find your Chromebook’s hardware specs
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 review: The little ($169) Chromebook that could [Video]
When I drove down to our local Walmart to pick up my online order, I gotta be honest, I wasn't expecting much. For under $200, I don't recall very many Chromebooks that deliver any kind of real-world performance. I certainly can't think of any devices in that price range that I'd actually recommend … [Read more...] about Lenovo IdeaPad 3 review: The little ($169) Chromebook that could [Video]
3 “cheap” Chromebooks that are actually worth buying
Robby just wrapped up his semi-annual "Best of" video that will give you a good idea of which Chromebooks are our top picks in a variety of price ranges from budget to ultra-premium. If you're in the market but aren't looking to spend a mint, we thought it fitting to spend a little time digging up … [Read more...] about 3 “cheap” Chromebooks that are actually worth buying
HP refreshes the popular Chromebook x360 14 with 10th Gen CPUs and biometrics
In early May, HP launched a pair of Comet Lake-powered Chrome OS devices that appear to offer everything a discerning Chromebook user could want. The convertible HP Chromebook c1030 features the best screen-to-body ratio of any device on the market, a webcam privacy shade switch, HP Sure View … [Read more...] about HP refreshes the popular Chromebook x360 14 with 10th Gen CPUs and biometrics
An intriguing new Acer Chromebook 314 just surfaced at CDW
When Acer debuted the new Chromebook 514, I was on the edge of my seat with anticipation that the company would place in my hands a true and worthy successor to my beloved Chromebook 14 (Edgar). On paper, they did just that. Unfortunately, spec sheets do not the machine make. Apart from a few, minor … [Read more...] about An intriguing new Acer Chromebook 314 just surfaced at CDW
Chromebook deals for work, school or whatever
In this week's episode of The Chrome Cast, we discussed the ins and outs of the current Chromebook market and why getting your hands on a good device at a decent price could be a challenge for the foreseeable future. While inventory is thin and sales are tough to find, that doesn't mean you have to … [Read more...] about Chromebook deals for work, school or whatever
Lenovo adds the Ideapad 3 Chromebook 14 to its growing lineup
Yesterday was an exciting day for us as we saw the first real hints that Lenovo's Chromebook Duet tablet could make its way to market very, very soon. Ironically, I was digging around for more information on the highly-anticipated "Chromeblet" when I discovered another Chromebook from Lenovo that … [Read more...] about Lenovo adds the Ideapad 3 Chromebook 14 to its growing lineup
