We're only a tad over a week out from the official announcement of the HP Chromebook X2 11. It feels like this device has been around for quite some time if you hang around Chrome Unboxed for very long. We've been following the development of this Chromebook since the beginning, and if you search … [Read more...] about HP unveils a sweet landing page for the new Chromebook X2 11
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We told you so: the affordable Intel Jasper Lake Chromebook flood continues
It doesn't seem like it was that long ago that we took a look at the coming Intel Jasper Lake Chromebook flood that is on the way. Back in March we talked through the possible impact of Intel's latest small-core processors in Chromebooks, and back then we only knew of 20 devices in development and … [Read more...] about We told you so: the affordable Intel Jasper Lake Chromebook flood continues
HP is refreshing the awesome Chromebook c1030 with 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake
It's no secret that one of the best Chromebooks you can buy right now is the somewhat-expensive HP Chromebook c1030. Launched first as an enterprise-focused device and followed up as the consumer-facing Chromebook x360 13c, this device is one of the best-built Chromebooks we've ever laid hands on. … [Read more...] about HP is refreshing the awesome Chromebook c1030 with 12th-gen Intel Alder Lake
More Pixel Fold evidence arises, pointing towards a possible 2021 launch
Though Google has been pretty open about its upcoming phones at this point in 2021, there's a device that we've seen ample leaks about that they still are holding pretty close to the chest: the Pixel Fold. As a matter of fact, we don't know that this would be its name if it ever launches and we … [Read more...] about More Pixel Fold evidence arises, pointing towards a possible 2021 launch
Flagship-caliber MediaTek Kompanio Chromebook ‘Tomato’ begins development
We're hot off the heels of HP announcing the highly-anticipated Snapdragon-powered Chromebook X2 11 tablet. While there's a lot to be excited about when it comes to HP's latest detachable, we were somewhat disappointed that the 11" 2-in-1 tablet is using the older Snapdragon 7c from Qualcomm. … [Read more...] about Flagship-caliber MediaTek Kompanio Chromebook ‘Tomato’ begins development
Get hyped for the new ASUS Flip CX5400 with this quick sizzle video
We're just around the corner from the release of the new ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5400 and if I'm being frank about it, I'm pretty excited. I loved the Flip C302 and the Flip C434 was my daily driver for quite some time. Though I was let down by the price and overall package of the Flip C436, … [Read more...] about Get hyped for the new ASUS Flip CX5400 with this quick sizzle video
Lenovo’s Core i3 Tiger Lake Flex 5i Chromebook is now available
Last month, Lenovo unveiled its latest Chrome OS devices powered by Intel's 11th Gen Tiger Lake CPUs. While we were surprised by the all-new 14" Chromebook 5i, we knew that a refreshed version of the popular Chromebook Flex 5 would be in the mix. Just recently, the Pentium version of the new Flex 5i … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Core i3 Tiger Lake Flex 5i Chromebook is now available
Lenovo’s Tiger Lake Flex 5 Chromebook arrives at Best Buy
Last month, Lenovo unveiled its latest flagship Chromebooks in the form of a 13.3" 2-in-1 and a 14" clamshell. Both devices come rocking Intel's 11th Gen Tiger Lake CPUs and a variety of configurations to fit just about any need or use case. As we already knew, the convertible Chromebook is little … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s Tiger Lake Flex 5 Chromebook arrives at Best Buy
Seriously, affordable Chromebooks are getting really good [VIDEO]
Once upon a time, there was a relativley large divide between large and small-core Intel-based Chromebooks. Up to just a couple years ago, small-core Intel devices with Braswell or Apollo Lake chips were really hard to recommend to just about anyone. With cheap build quality, cheap … [Read more...] about Seriously, affordable Chromebooks are getting really good [VIDEO]
Budget to Beast: Acer unveils 4 new Chromebooks
It's that time again. Acer just wrapped up its annual hardware event the PC company did not disappoint. For the second year in a row, the Next@Acer event was held virtually and Acer has unveiled what's new with its full line of devices from gaming to creating and everything in between. While we … [Read more...] about Budget to Beast: Acer unveils 4 new Chromebooks
Acer Chromebook 317: hands-on with the world’s first 17-inch Chromebook [VIDEO]
The Next@Acer event has wrapped up and we now have a total of 4 new Chromebooks headed to store shelves in the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 (see our initial impressions here), Chromebook 514, Chromebook 314, and the giant, 17.3-inch Chromebook 317. While there was no in-person event this year (for … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 317: hands-on with the world’s first 17-inch Chromebook [VIDEO]
Acer Chromebook Spin 713: early impressions of Acer’s next big hit [VIDEO]
With the Next@Acer event in the books, it's time we share a bit about the devices they sent us to take a look at. We have another post and video about the gigantic Acer Chromebook 317 and another that highlights all 4 Chromebooks announced at the event, but right now we're talking about what could … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook Spin 713: early impressions of Acer’s next big hit [VIDEO]
