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First look at the CTL Chromebook PX14EX for education

Kevin C. TofelSeptember 23, 2022September 23, 2022News, ReviewsChromebooks, CTL, Education, Intel Celeron N5100, Jasper Lake4 Comments

I’m looking at the $359 CTL Chromebook PX14EX for education, Here is my initial take and first impressions on this Intel Jasper Lake laptop.

Acer Chromebook Spin 714 review: An unbecoming workhorse

Kevin C. TofelSeptember 12, 2022September 12, 2022ReviewsAcer, Acer Chromebook Spin 714, Chromebooks, Core i5, Intel 12th-gen7 Comments

Here’s my review of the Acer Chromebook Spin 714. It’s not the most modern-looking ChromeOS laptop but it’s a great value.

First impressions of the 2022 Acer Chromebook Spin 714

Kevin C. TofelAugust 18, 2022August 18, 2022News, ReviewsAcer, Acer Chromebook Spin 714, Chromebooks, Core i5, Intel 12th-gen34 Comments

Well, I put my money where my mouth is and bought the 2022 Acer Chromebook Spin 714 earlier this week. Here are my first impressions.

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook review: The MacBook of ChromeOS laptops

Kevin C. TofelJuly 19, 2022August 11, 2022ReviewsChromebooks, ChromeOS, Haptic Trackpad, HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook, Intel 12th-gen27 Comments

In my HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook review I call it the MacBook of ChromeOS laptops. You’re getting premium performance for a premium price.

Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 review: Better than the original

Kevin C. TofelJune 26, 2022July 11, 2022ReviewsARM-based Chromebooks, Chrome OS, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, ChromeOS, Lenovo Duet 3 Chromebook10 Comments

My review of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3: Lenovo has made all the right moves with this successor to the 2020 model.

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook first impressions

Kevin C. TofelJune 17, 2022June 18, 2022News, ReviewsChromebooks, Convertible Chromebook, Core i5, HP, HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook, Intel 12th-gen12 Comments

Here are my HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook first impressions after receiving a review unit today. It’s light, thin, and fast!.

HP Chromebase 21.5 review: A well designed and enjoyable Chrome OS desktop

Kevin C. TofelApril 3, 2022April 26, 2022News, ReviewsChrome OS, Chromebase, HP Chromebase 21.5, Intel 10th-gen, Intel Core i315 Comments

I’m typically not a desktop guy but HP has put a really enjoyable package together. During my HP Chromebase 21.5 review period, I was pleasantly surprised.

Asus Chromebook Flip CX3 review: Not the Core i7 laptop you were looking for

Kevin C. TofelJanuary 23, 2022January 23, 2022News, ReviewsAsus Chromebook Flip CX3, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Convertible Chromebook, Core i7, Intel 11th-gen, Tiger Lake UP47 Comments

In my Asus Chromebook Flip CX3 review I explain why it’s best to pass on it unless you’re willing to sacrifice performance for a fanless laptop.

HP Chromebook x360 14c review: Good performance priced a bit too high

Kevin C. TofelJanuary 2, 2022January 4, 2022News, Reviews2-in-1s, Chromebooks, HP Chromebook x360 14c, Intel 11th-gen, Intel Core i3, Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook11 Comments

Overall, the HP Chromebook x360 14c is a solid Chromebook. If it’s the right one for you, based on my review I’d wait for a sale though. $659 is a bit too much.

Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook review: A better laptop than tablet but great for the money

Kevin C. TofelNovember 19, 2021August 29, 2022News, ReviewsARM Chromebooks, Chrome OS, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, Detachable Chromebooks, Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5, Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen210 Comments

I’ve been using the $499 Lenovo Duet 5 Chromebook loaner device daily for more than a week now. It’s a better laptop than a tablet with enough performance for most people and a gorgeous 1080p OLED display.

HP Chromebook X2 11 review: A good value when on sale

Kevin C. TofelOctober 31, 2021June 19, 2022News, Reviews2-in-1s, ARM Chromebooks, Chrome OS, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, Detachable Chromebooks, HP Chromebook x2 11, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c14 Comments

There are plenty of things I like about the HP Chromebook x2 11. Here’s why its worth considering when on sale.