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Unboxing/First Impressions

Similar to our reviews section, unboxing Chromebooks and other Chrome OS devices are central to our DNA. It's where our name came from, after all. In this section, you'll find our initial reactions to devices as we pull them out of the box. Sometimes, that's the most telling part of a device review. Be sure to check out the reviews that go with each unboxing.

Say hello to the impossibly thin and light Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus [VIDEO]

October 1, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

I'm so excited to be writing this post, sharing this information, and finally getting to talk about a Chromebook that completely mesmerized me just a week ago in New York. Review units aren't out and available just yet, so I don't have one with me as I type these words and that quite literally … [Read more...] about Say hello to the impossibly thin and light Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus [VIDEO]

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Google announces new Chromebooks, new software at the latest Chromebook Showcase [VIDEO]

October 1, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

Last week at the Chromebook Showcase in New York, Google unveiled two awesome new prices of hardware alongside quite a few, new ChromeOS additions that will be of great interest to many of you. Of course, there are new AI smarts coming to Chromebook Plus users, but there are some great updates for … [Read more...] about Google announces new Chromebooks, new software at the latest Chromebook Showcase [VIDEO]

I have the AirPods 4 ANC, and the noise cancelling is blowing my mind

September 21, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

There's no feeling quite like the anticipation of a new tech product that promises to do something pretty wildly different, and then having that anticipation paid off by the product actually delivering the goods. Such is the case with me and the new AirPods 4 ANC, and after having my hands on them … [Read more...] about I have the AirPods 4 ANC, and the noise cancelling is blowing my mind

Unboxing the new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 [VIDEO]

August 7, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

The 2024 Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 is the latest iteration in Acer's popular line of high-end convertible Chromebooks, and after spending a few minutes with it on this unboxing, it's an update that is better than I expected it to be. While it may seem like a minor iteration on the surface, a … [Read more...] about Unboxing the new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 [VIDEO]

ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus unboxing [VIDEO]

July 9, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

A few days ago, we finally received our production-level ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus. As I normally do, I did a quick check to ensure it was the correct device we were expecting, and that's when I noticed something unusual. The model number indicated a higher-end version than I even … [Read more...] about ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus unboxing [VIDEO]

ASUS sent us a monster version of the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus

July 3, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

I'm a tad bit shocked and confused right now. Our review unit of the sometimes-confusing ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus arrived today and like I always do with a new Chromebook that comes to our door, I peeked inside to make sure things are all there and in place. After all, nothing spoils … [Read more...] about ASUS sent us a monster version of the ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus

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Unboxing and hands-on with Logitech’s ultra-light Keys-to-Go 2 [VIDEO]

June 27, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

When Logitech announced the new Keys-to-Go 2, I was actually a little underwhelmed. Specifically, I thought they were simply taking the (admittedly great) Casa Keys from the Casa Pop-Up Desk and slapping a cover on it. While I think they should totally sell the Casa Keys as a standalone item, I no … [Read more...] about Unboxing and hands-on with Logitech’s ultra-light Keys-to-Go 2 [VIDEO]

Hands-on with the new devices launched at the 2024 NYC Chromebook Showcase

May 28, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

Last week in NYC, Google held a Chromebook-focused event that introduced a wide range of new, updated Chromebook models and some really useful new software features as well. While most of these are iterations on existing Chromebook Plus models, there were a few new standard Chromebooks at the event … [Read more...] about Hands-on with the new devices launched at the 2024 NYC Chromebook Showcase

Unboxing and trying the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk [VIDEO]

March 27, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

We've already talked quite a bit about the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk here on Chrome Unboxed and on the Chrome Cast Podcast, but things are a bit different now: it's actually in the office. And in this video, we not only take a look at the design and quality of the components that make up the … [Read more...] about Unboxing and trying the new Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk [VIDEO]

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Unboxing the new ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable tablet [VIDEO]

January 9, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

CES 2024 is here in full force, but we're clearly not out in Vegas this year for the festivities. Thanks to Asus, however, we got our hands on their latest Chromebook tablet - the Chromebook CM30 Detachable - well before its official release. So, let's jump in the box and get into the good and the … [Read more...] about Unboxing the new ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable tablet [VIDEO]

Early hands-on with the insane new ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus [VIDEO]

January 1, 2024 By Robby Payne View Comments

Though we won't be making it to CES 2024 this year - for a variety of reasons this time around - that doesn't mean we don't get to bring a bit of CES to you right here from our studios. We expect ASUS to have their new, monster Chromebook Plus - the ExpertBook CX54 - on display out in Vegas this … [Read more...] about Early hands-on with the insane new ASUS ExpertBook CX54 Chromebook Plus [VIDEO]

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 unboxing: we now have every new Chromebook Plus model [VIDEO]

October 27, 2023 By Robby Payne View Comments

Contents We finally have the final piece of the Chromebook Plus hardware puzzle in the house, folks! When we were in New York for the event, I figured we'd end up with all the new models, so I didn't spend a ton of time with the devices on display. And for some reason, this particular … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Plus 514 unboxing: we now have every new Chromebook Plus model [VIDEO]

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