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There are a slew of Chromebook deals this holiday weekend; here are five to consider for different budgets.
The official Asus Chromebox 3 web page is up and shows a fourth CPU option, more details on 4k/UHD support for multiple monitors and additional RAM and storage options.
Aside from Dev Channel version 68.0.3437.0 fixing the broken Terminal app for Project Crostini the Linux files automatically mount to the Chrome OS Files app in this version as well. Make sure you have the right flag enabled to see this function.
The latest Dev Channel for Chrome OS is on the way, fixing the broken Terminal app for Linux containers and adding some behind-the-scenes code to mount the Linux file system in the native Files app.
At the Acer Next event in New York City, the company was showing off its Chromebook Tab 10 along with new Chromebooks. Liliputing spent a few minutes with the slate, showing off features and functionality.
In addition to 13-inch Chromebooks, Acer also debuted 15 inch models; the Acer Chromebook Spin 15 is the first convertible Chromebook in its size and will start at $449 in July.
Today at 11am ET, Acer will introduce a pair of new Chromebooks for business with 13.5-inch FHD+ displays. The Spin 13 has a 360-degree hinge, touchscreen and built in stylus for note-taking.
The Chromium team is trying to backport certain Linux modules so that Chromebooks on an older Linux kernel can run desktop apps.
The Nocturne device will support magnetic pogo pins to provide power to a keyboard base that detaches from the display; another first for Chromebooks.
The HP service manual for repairs or upgrades on the HP Chromebox G2 is available, confirming some specs and even adding a few new details on the device. If you plan to modify or fix your G2, you’ll need this.