Chromebooks Were Once a Good Deal for Schools. Now They’re Becoming E-Waste.
Chromebooks, once a popular choice for schools, are now becoming e-waste as their limited lifespan and inability to be repaired make them less sustainable.
Topics
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Main topic: The recommendation to buy a Chromebook with a USB hub instead of a Chromebox.
Key points:
1. Chromebooks with a USB hub offer a simple and secure desktop computer experience.
2. Chromeboxes lack variety in terms of specifications and features.
3. Chromebooks provide portability and similar functionality to Chromeboxes when paired with a USB hub.
Apple is reportedly developing a low-cost MacBook series to compete with Chromebook models in the education sector, with a potential launch in the second half of 2024.
Google is extending the update lifespan of Chromebooks to 10 years and introducing adaptive charging and an energy saver mode.