To an extent, I need to admit that I was wrong. A bit. Well, maybe under-informed is a better term for it. Regardless, I've made some pretty sharp statements in the past week or so regarding Chromebook Plus and the naming issue we currently find ourselves in, and in one aspect of that rant, I was … [Read more...] about Google is gently labeling eligible devices as Chromebook Plus, but more is needed
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The Lenovo Flex 3i is only $179 right now, and that is just absurd
It was almost a year ago that we first laid eyes on the Lenovo Flex 3i Chromebook, and I remember remarking all the way back then that there was something a bit different about this little Chromebook. It was the first device we got hands-on time with that comes packing the new 12th-gen Intel … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Flex 3i is only $179 right now, and that is just absurd
Both the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 and Duet 3 are on sale: up to $170 off
In a move that doesn't happen that often, both of the best Chromebook tablets you can buy are on sale at the same time. I'm of course referring to the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 and the Duet 3, the duo of small and large Chromebook tablets from Lenovo that are far and away your best option if a … [Read more...] about Both the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 and Duet 3 are on sale: up to $170 off
Lenovo Slim 3: this is the best Chromebook to buy under $150
When it comes to great Chromebooks, there are usually two schools of thought: build the best overall device regardless of price, and get the best bang for your buck. Of those two, the Chromebook we're talking about today definitely falls in the latter category, and for just $149 right now, you can … [Read more...] about Lenovo Slim 3: this is the best Chromebook to buy under $150
At least one new Chromebook Plus model is finally going back on sale
It's been a bit of a dry spell for new, branded Chromebook Plus device deals. Frankly, I was a bit shocked when their prices dropped the first time around as I expected both manufacturers and retailers would use the first few weeks of general availability to get the overlapping, non-branded … [Read more...] about At least one new Chromebook Plus model is finally going back on sale
How to edit video like a pro with CapCut Online [VIDEO]
We get asked a lot about editing video on Chromebooks. Can it be done? What's the best tool? What are the limitations? Should I even bother? And up until recently, I met most of those questions with negative answers, basically instructing people to find another tool that better suits them if … [Read more...] about How to edit video like a pro with CapCut Online [VIDEO]
Why Google needs to add Chromebook Plus to listings for those that meet the criteria
Contents For a bit over a month, we've talked a lot about Chromebook Plus. While I love what Google is doing with this new campaign, it's not without its difficulties right now. Chief among those problems is branding for devices that are Chromebook Plus certified through-and-through, but don't … [Read more...] about Why Google needs to add Chromebook Plus to listings for those that meet the criteria
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 drops to its lowest-ever price once again
Not to be outdone by all the fuss over Chromebook Plus, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 has once again dropped to its lowest-ever price of just $329, down a full $170 once again from its MSRP. We saw a deal like this just about a month ago, and from what we could tell at that point from the response … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 drops to its lowest-ever price once again
The Acer Spin 714 is $130 off and Chromebook Plus through-and-through
I won't go on a diatribe about Chromebook Plus branding right now (I did that already today), but it's a real shame that devices as fantastic as the Acer Chromebook Spin 714 aren't publicly labeled as Chromebook Plus right now. Sure, devices like this one will never get the new logo on the lid, but … [Read more...] about The Acer Spin 714 is $130 off and Chromebook Plus through-and-through
Clearance deal: get the non-branded HP Chromebook Plus x360 14c for $250 off
As we expected moving into the middle parts of November, the non-Plus-branded Chromebooks in the new Chromebook Plus lineup that have newer, branded counterparts are all seeing clearance prices at Best Buy. That includes devices like the HP Chromebook x360 14c, the ASUS Chromebook CM34 Flip, and … [Read more...] about Clearance deal: get the non-branded HP Chromebook Plus x360 14c for $250 off
Clearance deal: score this non-branded ASUS Chromebook Plus for $199 off [UPDATED]
UPDATED - 11/8/23: Once again, the ASUS CM34 Flip is marked as clearance, and it really does feel like we're nearing the end of the line for the devices that have newer, Chromebook Plus-branded versions on the shelves. Now that the Chromebook Plus models are not on sale (that will come back), these … [Read more...] about Clearance deal: score this non-branded ASUS Chromebook Plus for $199 off [UPDATED]
Act fast: the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook is back in black
Contents Since the debut of the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook, there's been a constant that isn't exactly what you want in a new, high-end device: the lack of one of the two colors available. Shortly after this beautiful device launched, the people spoke and the Sparkling Black colorway of the new … [Read more...] about Act fast: the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook is back in black
