All Cromebooks from 2017 on will be compatible with Android apps
Google has announced that in addition to certain legacy models, all Chromebooks released in 2017 onward will have full Android app support.
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Pressured by Chromebooks, Microsoft will reduce Windows licensing costs on 14-inch and smaller notebooks
Microsoft has lowered the volume licensing fees for Windows notebooks with screen sizes of 14-inches or less for 2017. The move comes in an effort to combat the rising popularity of inexpensive Chromebooks.
Android 7.1 coming to... Chromebooks?
Android N has been trickling out to flagship smartphones for a few months now, but Chromebooks may be the next devices in line to receive the update. Android 7.1 promises to bring better Android app management for Chrome OS.
CES 2017 | Samsung introduces two Chromebooks with pen support
The Chromebook Plus and Chromebook Pro come with ARM/Intel processors, 4 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, also offering pen input support and the ability to be used as a regular notebook or as a tablet, thanks to the 360-degree rot...
Asus launches Chromebook Flip C302CA
The long-awaited successor of the original Chromebook Flip is now official as a convertible with a 360 degree hinge and a touchscreen display that uses a Skylake processor and starts at $499 USD.
CES 2017 | Acer announces Chromebook 11 N7 (C731)
This new Chromebook is powered by the Intel Celeron N3060, next to 4 GB RAM and 16 GB or 32 GB eMMC internal storage, being compliant with the MIL-STD 810G ruggedness standard.
Asus Chromebook Flip 2 surfaces on Best Buy
The C302CA model was spotted earlier this year on Newegg, but now the Flip 2 name is finally confirmed, although Asus still has to announce it. This $499.99 USD Chromebook has an all-metal casing and uses the Intel Pentium 4405Y p...
Asus Chromebook C302 leaked on NewEgg, taken down after order
Newegg.com momentarily listed the ASUS C302CA Chromebook for sale today, though it has yet to be made official by ASUS.
Wine may develop Windows compatibility layer for Android
The developers of the open-source compatibility layer software may soon bring Windows apps to Android. This move could in turn allow Windows software to run on newer Chromebooks that support Android apps.
The A1 symbol on Micro-SD cards tell you if it is fast enough for apps
The SD Association recently introduced new application performance classes that will specify Micro-SD cards that are fast enough to be used for starting apps and programs. So far only one class, named A1 has been announced
Samsung might sell its PC business to Lenovo
Not long after selling its printer business to HP for about $1 billion, it looks like Samsung is now in talks with Lenovo, a giant apparently interested in acquiring its PC business.
Acer Chromebook R13: Google Play Store available on the Beta channel
The Acer Chromebook R13 joins three other Chromebooks in being the first ones to be able to run Android apps thanks to the Google Play Store integration. Early users have to switch to the Beta channel to start testing.
Leaks reveal possible high-end Chromebook from Samsung
Samsung may soon be releasing a premium Chromebook, dubbed the Chromebook Pro. The device is rumored to have high-end specs, a premium design, and stylus support via Samsung's new PEN, a derivative of the S-Pen found in their Note...
Acer Chromebook 15 model priced at $199 USD hits Walmart
This 15.6-inch notebook with Chrome OS on board offers 12 hours of battery life, packing a Celeron N3060 processor by Intel, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage.
PC Market: Sales keep falling
The PC market continues to shrink. In the last quarter less PCs were sold then one year ago, yet again. However, the decline in sales wasn´t as big as the market research companies expected it to be.
Chromebooks: Shipments exceed expectations
TrendForce reports 2016 Chromebook shipments exceed expectations with annual growth projected around 30 - 40 percent. Besides having a remarkable shipment record this year, Chromebooks could capture a part of the education market.
Acer Chromebook R13 now up for pre-order
This Chrome OS-driven convertible notebook with a 13.3-inch touchscreen is up for pre-order with a price tag of $429.99 USD and will begin shipping next month.
Google Andromeda: Merged Android and Chrome OS on October 4th?
The 4th of October could be a more significant date for Google than previously expected. A tweet by Android and Chrome OS VP Hiroshi Lockheimer gives reason to speculate about a merger between Android an Chrome OS once again, 8 ye...
CTL launches NL61T rugged Chromebooks
The new CTL NL61T and CTL NL61TX both feature a rugged design and will hit the market in mid-September, starting at $269 USD and $299 USD.
Google discontinues the Pixel 2 Chromebook
Google will not be restocking the Pixel 2 and may instead be working on a successor.
HP Chromebook 13 G1 Core m5 Notebook Review
A Pixel Competitor… Premium materials, meticulous design, a high-res screen, and great performance. HP seeks to redefine the Chromebook with the closest thing we’ve seen to a Pixel since Google first introduced it.
Intel Core m5-6Y57 | Intel HD Graphics 515 | 13.30" | 1.2 kg
Intel Core m5-6Y57 | Intel HD Graphics 515 | 13.30" | 1.2 kg
IFA 2016 | Acer Chromebook R13 coming in October
This new convertible is the industry's first 13.3-inch 2-in-1 Chromebook and promises to offer up to 12 hours of battery life.
Wine: Bringing Windows programs to Chromebook
Open source software Wind already provides a shell that allows you to run Windows programs on Linux and Mac systems. Now, there will also be a variant for Android.
Andromium Superbook will be a second display for both Windows and Macs
The Kickstarter campaign has met its goals to begin producing a notebook shell that can act as external displays for Windows PCs, Macs, and Android devices.
Lenovo ThinkPad 13 Chromebook Notebook Review
Practical and affordable? A couple of months ago, we evaluated Lenovo’s entry-level ThinkPad 13, which we found to be a good value overall. Today, we turn our sights to the Chromebook counterpart. Is it a viable alternative to the world of Windows?
Intel Core i5-6300U | Intel HD Graphics 520 | 13.30" | 1.4 kg
Intel Core i5-6300U | Intel HD Graphics 520 | 13.30" | 1.4 kg
Startech announces new USB type-C Docking Station with Power Delivery
Startech announces their first USB-C Docking station with power delivery, HDMI, DisplayPort, Quick Charge USB ports and Ethernet.
Chromebook sales to exceed 17 million units by 2023
With over 5.4 million units sold in 2014 and driven by the strong demand in the education sector, the Chromebook market is expected to continue its growth in the years to come.
Asus C301 Chromebook now up for pre-order
This 13.3-inch, Intel Celeron N3160-powered Chromebook with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage can be pre-ordered for $299.99 USD.
Google Play Store ready for testing on the Pixel and Acer R 11 Chromebooks
The Google Chromebook Pixel and Acer Chromebook R 11 can now be updated for testing Play Store apps on Chrome OS. Full compatibility with all apps is not guaranteed.
Asus C301SA Chromebook with 64 GB of internal storage coming soon
The 13.3-inch FHD Chromebook is expected to retail for just $300 USD. A touchscreen option may not be available.
Asus to make SSDs an option across its entire notebook portfolio
Users will be able to choose between a HDD or SSD on even budget Asus notebooks without needing to install one themselves after purchasing.
Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T-C8ZW Preview
Play Store apps on Chrome OS... almost. The latest Acer Chromebook convertible will be compatible with Play Store apps upon launch. Our pre-release developer unit, however, has been having some issues. Nonetheless, we can provide our take on the hardware and chassis while Acer continues to patch out bugs.
Intel Celeron N3060 | Intel HD Graphics (Braswell) | 11.60" | 1.2 kg
Intel Celeron N3060 | Intel HD Graphics (Braswell) | 11.60" | 1.2 kg
HP officially announces Chromebook 11 G5 with support for Play Store
The durable and classroom-friendly notebook is coming later this year just in time for Google's Android Play Store update for Chrome OS systems.
Asus Chromebook tablet with Skylake processor could be in the works
The popular Chromebook Flip might soon get a Skylake-powered sibling that currently seems to be internally known as "Cave."
New Braswell-powered Chromebooks coming soon
Lenovo N22 is a new Chromebook that has been spotted online, while the HP Chromebook 11 G5 is an update of last year's Chromebook 11 G4.
Intel claims Apollo Lake will be 30 percent faster than Braswell
The 14 nm Apollo Lake platform should be coming this Fall with faster performance and 15 percent longer battery life.
Acer Chromebook 14 now available for 330 Euros
Two SKUs will each offer Celeron Braswell processors, 14-inch HD or FHD panels, and up top 14 hours of battery life.
Lenovo announces N42 and N23 notebooks for education
Both portables were designed for K-12 institutions and will launch in June, starting at just $199 USD and $249 USD.
Google Play Store coming to Chrome OS
Although Google is not merging Chrome OS and Android yet, they have just announced that Android apps and the Google Play Store are both coming to Chromebooks.
Acer Chromebook C910-354Y Notebook Review
15.6-inch Chromebook. The Chromebook by Acer offers a long battery life and viewing-angle stable Full HD panel. However, the laptop also costs around 500 Euros (~$576).
Intel Core i3-5005U | Intel HD Graphics 5500 | 15.60" | 2.2 kg
Intel Core i3-5005U | Intel HD Graphics 5500 | 15.60" | 2.2 kg
HP Chromebook 13 now available
This 13.3-inch Chromebook has a QHD display, an Intel Skylake processor, and starts at $499 USD.
HP Chromebook 13 G1 coming soon
The upcoming notebook will use a fanless design and is expected to feature up to 16 GB of memory, next to an Intel Core M processor.
Acer Chromebook 14 spotted on Amazon
Considered a "Macbook Air on a budget," this notebook is the first one in its category to offer 14 hours of battery life and aluminum chassis.
Next-gen Chromebook Pixel might feature 16 GB RAM
This portable is expected to feature no less than 16 GB of RAM, as well as an Intel Skylake processor and a backlit keyboard.
Acer teases launch event for April 21st
Acer will stream this event live and, according to the teaser, they will unveil at least one or two mobile devices with this occasion.
Asus Chromebook C202 is easily reparable according to iFixit
Almost all components are easily accessible and removable with minimal use of adhesives.
CTL J5 Chromebook convertible now up for pre-order
This new Chrome OS-driven convertible has a splashproof keyboard and can handle moderate drops, uses the dual-core Intel Celeron N3050 processor, 4 GB RAM, and retails for less than $250 USD.
Acer Chromebook R11 convertible now available for 300 Euros
Acer's first 11.6-inch HD convertible based on Chrome OS will carry Celeron CPU options and up to 4 GB RAM and 32 GB eMMC.
Samsung Chromebook 3 hits the market
This new 11.6-inch Chrome OS-powered laptop has the Intel Celeron N3050 processor under the hood, next to 2 GB memory and 16 GB internal storage, and retails for $199.99 USD.
CTL NL6x rugged Chromebook for education now available
This new 11.6-inch Chrome OS-powered laptop can withstand up to 2.3 feet, uses the Intel Celeron N2940 processor, and currently retails for $269 USD.
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