The fourth quarter of 2018 has been prolific at delivering more higher-end Chromebooks than any other time in the history of the platform. Where once upon a time we only saw one or two quality devices in a given year, we're not almost overwhelmed with options, configurations, price points, and … [Read more...] about Lenovo Yoga Chromebook C630 Initial Impressions [VIDEO]
Unboxing/First Impressions
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Dell Inspiron Chromebook 14 First Impressions
The ever-important purchasing season is rapidly approaching. Black Friday and the crazy shopping season that follows it is nearly upon us, so we're trying as hard as we can to get impressions and videos posted so you, dear reader, can make a decision on a Chromebook if you are eyeballing one for a … [Read more...] about Dell Inspiron Chromebook 14 First Impressions
Acer Chromebook Spin 13 First Impressions
All the way back in May of this year, we traveled up to New York to attend Acer's hardware event and got to spend a little time with the Acer Chromebook Spin 13. The Spin 15 was also there along with the Acer Chromebook 13 (non-spin version). … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Spin 13 First Impressions
Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 First Impressions
The newest member of the Samsung Chromebook family is upon us, and as we've had it in-hand for a few days, we thought it time to give everyone a few first impressions after spending a day or two working from the device. To be honest, we're refining how we do these videos still, so I'm going to … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Plus V2 First Impressions
HP Chromebook x2 Initial Impressions [VIDEO]
Earlier this week, I published a relatively-thorough article detailing my initial impressions with HP's newest device: the HP Chromebook x2. This device does a lot for a very reasonable price, but you can read all about that in my previous article if that is more your speed. For most people, … [Read more...] about HP Chromebook x2 Initial Impressions [VIDEO]
Google Home Max Unboxing and Hands-On
We've been to a few events in the past few months. Between Google's October 4th Hardware Event and CES, we had ample time to see, touch and test out the Google Home Max. As these things tend to go, however, we never took advantage of that opportunity. I wanted to. I really did. I just didn't. … [Read more...] about Google Home Max Unboxing and Hands-On
Acer Chromebook 15 Unboxing & Hands On
In the post-Pixelbook era, I was really interested to see what my reactions would be to the first Chromebook that crossed my desk. That first Chromebook? The new Acer Chromebook 15. My reaction? Very good! … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 15 Unboxing & Hands On
ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 Unboxing
Sure, we may be smack-dab in the middle of all of Google's latest hardware news, including the latest Belle of the Ball Pixelbook, but that doesn't mean the rest of the Chrome OS world is stopping. Today, we have in the office what I feel to be the true successor to one of the most popular … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C101 Unboxing
HP x360 Chromebook 11 Unboxing
https://youtu.be/QJ5WM3kstwc The HP x360 Chromebook 11 comes to our office via HP's own store, so we opted for the 8GB/64GB configuration for our testing. What's that mean? Well, it means that my expectations were a bit high, to be honest with you. Consider the spec sheet: Intel … [Read more...] about HP x360 Chromebook 11 Unboxing
ASUS Chromebook Flip C213 Unboxing
Today, we are getting a very exclusive look at the ASUS Chromebook Flip C213. Clearly aimed at the education sector, this device comes with some pretty stellar features for an EDU model. … [Read more...] about ASUS Chromebook Flip C213 Unboxing
AOpen Chromebase Mini & Chromebox Mini Unboxing
AOpen, though not a company that many consumers are aware of, has put together a couple of very interesting devices that could end up in places like your local coffee shop in the near future. These two devices aren't meant for consumers, but their reason for existing isn't to be in Best Buy or … [Read more...] about AOpen Chromebase Mini & Chromebox Mini Unboxing
Lenovo Flex 11 / N23 Yoga Chromebook Unboxing
If your first thought was 'What's up with that title?' you probably aren't alone. Lenovo has done something unique with its latest Chromebook, releasing two identical devices under two different names. The Lenovo Flex 11 Chromebook and the N23 Yoga Chromebook are essentially the same machine … [Read more...] about Lenovo Flex 11 / N23 Yoga Chromebook Unboxing
