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Looks like Google isn’t selling the Pixelbook any more. I’m OK with that even if there’s no successor

September 21, 2020September 21, 2020 Kevin C. Tofel 6 Comments Chromebook Pixel, Chromebook Pixel 2015, Chromebooks, Convertibles, Google Pixel Slate, MadeByGoogle, Pixelbook, Pixelbook Go

The Pixelbook is out of stock on Google’s store and many wonder if it will have a successor. Probably, but if not, I’m OK with that. Here’s why.

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News Reviews 

Pixelbook Go review: Premium price for a premium device

October 29, 2019October 29, 2019 Kevin C. Tofel 15 Comments Clamshell, Core i5, Google, Intel 8th-gen, MadeByGoogle, Pixel Slate, Pixelbook, Pixelbook Go

After 80 hours of using the $849 Pixelbook Go, I have to admit that Google changed my mind from “meh” to “oh yeah!” Is it worth the premium price? Yes, but not for everyone.

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Pixelbook Go: A lower priced Pixel Slate in laptop form factor

October 15, 2019October 15, 2019 Kevin C. Tofel 5 Comments Chromebooks, Clamshell, MadeByGoogle, Pixel Slate, Pixelbook Go

Launched today, Pixelbook Go starts at $649. It’s aimed at “people on the go” but aren’t we all? And I can’t help but think this is a slight reworking of the Pixel Slate in a laptop form factor.

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News Opinion 

Pixelbook Go: A showcase for Google Stadia?

October 14, 2019October 14, 2019 Kevin C. Tofel 2 Comments Atlas, Chromebooks, Google, MadeByGoogle, Pixelbook Go, Stadia

When leaked images and specs of the Pixelbook Go appeared, I wondered, “Who and what is this Chromebook for?” There are many reasons that Stadia could be the answer. Does “Go” mean “Gaming Online”?

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FCC filing from Quanta suggests Atlas Chromebook, aka Pixelbook 2, getting improved Wi-Fi, Bluetooth chip

July 24, 2019July 24, 2019 Kevin C. Tofel 2 Comments Atlas, Chromebooks, MadeByGoogle, Pixel Slate, Pixelbook, Pixelbook 2, Quanta

An FCC filing from Quanta shows a device with fast Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. With the FCC ID number looking similar to the Pixelbook and Pixel Slate, this could be the first real hardware info on the Pixelbook’s successor, the Atlas Chromebook.

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News 

No new Google-branded tablets; Pixel Slate is now a collector’s item

June 20, 2019June 20, 2019 Kevin C. Tofel 12 Comments 2-in-1s, Acer, Asus, Celeron, Chrome OS, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, Google Pixel Slate, HP, MadeByGoogle, Pixel Slate, Tablets

From a rough launch to the end of the base model, the Pixel Slate has not been kind to Google. The company says it will no longer make Chrome OS tablets but instead will focus on traditional Chromebook form factors.

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News Opinion 

No more Google Chromebooks? If true, it’s not all “doom and gloom”.

March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 Kevin C. Tofel 13 Comments Chrome OS, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, MadeByGoogle, Pixel Slate, Pixelbook, Pixelbook 2

Google is reportedly getting out of the Chromebook hardware business but we don’t know why, or if it’s even true. If it is, the negative impact is minimal and there could even be some positive aspect to come.

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Q&A 

Reader question: Which Pixel Slate would be comparable to the Samsung Chromebook Plus?

October 17, 2018 Kevin C. Tofel 9 Comments Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, MadeByGoogle, Pixel Slate, Samsung Chromebook Plus, Samsung Chromebook Plus LTE, Tablets

Internally, the $499 Samsung Chromebook Plus v2 and base Google Pixel Slate at $599 are generally the same so performance should be comparable. You’ll have to decide if you want to pay a premium for a true tablet.

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News 

First look video: Google Pixel Slate Keyboard

October 9, 2018 Kevin C. Tofel 7 Comments Brydge, Chrome tabets, Detachables, Keyboards, MadeByGoogle, Pixel Slate, Pixel Slate Keyboard, Tablets

At $199, the Pixel Slate Keyboard is a pricey accessory. But the design, engineering, and the generous trackpad make it stand out from Apple’s iPad Pro keyboard. Take a look.

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News 

Here’s what the Pixel Slate in its keyboard stand likely looks like

October 8, 2018October 8, 2018 Kevin C. Tofel 2 Comments Chromebooks, Keyboards, MadeByGoogle, Nocturne, Pixel Slate

Since the #MadeByGoogle event is on Tuesday, there’s still time for one last Monday night leak. This one comes from the always dependable Evan Blass, showing the Pixel Slate attached to its thin keyboard.

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Google adds Wake on Voice function to Pixel Slate before October 9 launch

October 7, 2018October 7, 2018 Kevin C. Tofel 5 Comments Chrome OS, Chrome tablets, Chromebooks, MadeByGoogle, Nocturne, Pixel Slate, Tablets

Need a hands free way to wake up the Pixel Slate? It’s likely you’ll have one since Google recently added a Wake on Voice function to its first Chrome OS tablet, expected to launch on October 9.

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