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Snapdragon 8cx Chromebooks could be coming, but not soon

Kevin C. TofelMarch 23, 2022March 23, 2022NewsARM, Chrome OS, Chrome OS 101, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, Google, Qualcomm, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx3 Comments

Chrome OS code suggests Snapdragon 8cx Chromebooks appear to be in the works. Aside from more performance, this chip supports Adaptive Sync.

Perspective: Google chips in Chromebooks

Kevin C. TofelSeptember 7, 2021September 7, 2021News, OpinionApple, ARM, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Customization, Google, Linux5 Comments

I’m thrilled to hear reports of Google chips in Chromebooks. But there are some very important things to keep in mind before the reported chips arrive in 2023.

MediaTek Kompanio 1300T is a step forward for Chrome OS tablets, but… (Updated)

Kevin C. TofelAugust 2, 2021August 3, 2021News, OpinionARM, ARM Chromebooks, Chrome OS, Chrome OS tablet, Chromebooks, Intel, MediaTek, MediaTek 8195, MediaTek Chromebook, Qualcomm, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c, Tablets8 Comments

The upcoming MediaTek Kompanio 1300T for Chrome OS tablets is good news. But I keep thinking of that song by The Who and hope we won’t be fooled again.

128 GB Lenovo Chromebook Duet is in stock and on sale for $259: $40 off

Kevin C. TofelJuly 26, 2021July 26, 2021NewsARM, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, Convertibles, Deals, Detachables, Lenovo, MediaTek4 Comments

One of the best Chrome OS tablets is available again with a $40 discount. You can get the 128 GB Lenovo Duet Chromebook with cover stand and removable keyboard for just $259.

There’s a slew of new HP Chromebooks for education

Kevin C. TofelJanuary 23, 2021January 23, 2021NewsARM, Chromebooks, Clamshell, Convertibles, Education, HP, HP Chromebook 11 G9, HP Chromebook 11MK G9, HP Chromebook 14 G7, HP Chromebook x360 11 G4, HP Chromebook x360 11MK G3, Intel Celeron, MediaTek1 Comment

HP has five new rugged Chromebooks for the classroom including two new convertibles and two new clamshells with a choice of Intel or MediaTek inside. Teachers can opt for a larger model to show off at the front of the class.

Here’s how fast a Chromebook with a custom chip like the Apple M1 could be (and why)

Kevin C. TofelDecember 26, 2020December 26, 2020News, OpinionApple, ARM, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Google, Intel, M1, MediaTek, Octane, Qualcomm, Samsung16 Comments

After testing out my MacBook Air with M1, I’m more convinced than ever that a custom ARM chip for Chromebooks would bring many benefits: Battery life, potentially lower costs for high-end devices and performance based on this Octane score.

Mobile apps: iOS on Apple’s M1 MacBooks face the same challenges as Android on Chromebooks

Kevin C. TofelNovember 22, 2020November 22, 2020News, OpinionAndroid, Apple, ARM, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Intel, iOS, iPadOS, M1, Mobile, X8612 Comments

Although there are some benefits that Apple iOS and iPad OS developers have compared to Android developers, by and large, using mobile apps on the Mac doesn’t seem that much better than using mobile apps on a Chromebook.

All the great Apple Silicon M1 device reviews make me wish for Chromebooks with Google-made chips

Kevin C. TofelNovember 17, 2020November 17, 2020News, OpinionAMD, Apple, ARM, Chrome OS, Chromebooks, Google, Intel, M1, Qualcomm, Samsung, x38618 Comments

All of these glowing Apple Silicon M1 device reviews have me thinking it’s time for Google to design a similar, modern chipset for Chromebooks. After all, doesn’t the “modern OS” deserve it?

The chip inside the Lenovo Duet Chromebook powers the new $259 HP Chromebook 11a

Kevin C. TofelOctober 27, 2020October 28, 2020News768p, ARM, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, Clamshell, HP, HP Chromebook 11a, Lenovo Duet Chromebook, MediaTek, MT81836 Comments

The HP Chromebook 11a was quietly announced earlier this month. With a starting price of $259 and the same ARM processor in the proven Lenovo Duet Chromebook, it’s an insta-buy, right? Not so fast.

Hello Acer Chromebook Spin 513: The first with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c

Kevin C. TofelOctober 21, 2020October 21, 2020News1080p, Acer, Acer Chromebook Spin 513, ARM, Chromebooks, Convertibles, LTE, Snapdragon 7c3 Comments

The first Chromebook running on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7c compute platform is the Acer Chromebook Spin 513, starting at $399. It will offer optional integrated LTE in a thin and light package.

Walmart sale drops 64GB Lenovo Duet Chromebook tablet to $249

Kevin C. TofelJuly 7, 2020July 7, 2020News2-in-1s, ARM, Chrome OS tablet, Chrome tablet, Deals, Lenovo, Lenovo Duet Chromebook, Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook, MediaTek, Tablets, Walmart7 Comments

Walmart is discounting the surprisingly capable Lenovo Duet Chromebook tablet by more than 10 percent. For $249, this is a great value as a Chrome OS device with detachable keyboard and kickstand.