New Samsung Chromebook
Tags: Chromebook
I really like the concept of Chrome OS – with so many places now where WiFi is enabled and mobile phones becoming wifi routers it is beginning to make sense…
I have been considering a Chrome OS based machine for a while, but frankly, I think the prices have been a bit too high… I just saw the announcement regarding the new Samsung Chromebook soon to be released for $249 dollars.
I quickly went to check the specs, and compare it to the old Samsung Series 5 550. (See below)
Aside from the memory – Although I think this can be a good deal if you are looking for an internet-based device, the prices need to come down a more (maybe in the $100-150 range) to be viable platforms…
What do you think ?
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OLD |
NEW!! |
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| Samsung Series 5 550Chromebook (Wi-Fi)
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Samsung Chromebook(Wi-Fi, 11.6-Inch)
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| Amazon Price |
$449 |
$249 |
| Size (WxDxH): | 11.5 x 8.5 x 0.83 inches | 11.4 x 8.1 x .81 inches |
| Screen Size | 12.1-inch | 11.6-inch |
| Display | 1280 x 800 resolution; 300 nit brightness |
1366×768 resolution; 200nit brightness |
| HDMI | No | Yes |
| Weight | 3.02 lbs | 2.43 lbs (1.1.kg) |
| Processor | Intel Celeron (1.3GHz) | Samsung ARM (1.7 GHz) |
| Memory | 4 GB total | 2 GB total |
| Storage | 16GB SSD | 16GB SSD |
| USB ports | two 2.0 | one 3.0, one 2.0 |
| Memory Expansion: | SD (16Gb Max) | SD (16Gb Max) |
| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n 2×2 |
| 3G | Optional | Optional |
| Boot time | 12 seconds | 10 seconds |
