CES 2017: ASUS launches slim and light Chromebook Clip

Las Vegas - ASUS today announced Chromebook Flip C302, a slim, light convertible Chromebook that combines the simplicity, security and manageability of Chrome OS with powerful components and an amazing 360° hinge that lets users flip instantly between a high-performance Chromebook, a handy Chrome OS tablet, or anything in between. Chromebooks are a growing segment of devices ideal for education as well as for general web-based computing.

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HP upgrades Chromebook 14 with longer battery life

HP refreshed its Chromebook 14 to give it better battery life and reducing its price by US$50. Now rated to last for nine hours and 15 minutes for the 1,366 x 768 display, it’s up from eight hours of the previous generation. The Chromebook also now gets an Intel Celeron N2840 chip instead of an NVIDIA one, which could possibly explain improved performance. It also comes with a 1080p option but your battery might take a hit with this one. Unfortunately, there’s no expansion options beyond 2GB for memory. This’ll be available in the U.S. starting November 8^th for $250 or $280 if you want the Full HD version. It’s a pretty compelling product, let’s hope HP brings it here, too.

Source: Engadget

Toshiba updates its award-winning Chromebook 2 with Intel processors, more RAM and battery life

Toshiba has updated its award-winning Chromebook 2. Now with a new 5th Gen Intel Core i3 or Celeron      processor and up to 4GB of RAM, these two new models deliver better performance with 4GB of RAM and 8 hour battery life.

Both variants feature an all-new LED backlit keyboard for a more seamless experience when web browsing, watching movies, listening to music and getting work done, even in low light environments. Hit jump for more information.

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Google announces 2nd generation Chromebook Pixel with dual USB-C ports

The age of the luxury ultraportable is definitely upon us. Apple launched its new thnner and lighter Retina MacBook two days ago and now Google has followed suit with its latest Chromebook Pixel.

Starting at US $999, the new Chromebook Pixel features an  all-aluminum body, a 13-inch touchscreen that has a 2560 x 1700 resolution and an aspect ratio of 3:2. Google decided on a proper mobile chip, no leass than an Intel Core i5 Broadwell processor powers this Chromebook which also sports  8GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage space.

Comparing Chromebooks to Apples, the pixel 2 is heavier than the new MacBook at 3.3 pounds but it also offers more in terms of battery life (12-hours), ports (two USB-C ports) and fast charging technology. in terms of design, it looks a whole lot like the Retina MacBook Pro 13.