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.
Google has decided against developing support for Chromebooks with NVIDIA graphics. The move comes after Snapdragon 7c Chromebooks were also seemingly canceled. The cancellation of these projects means that future Chromebooks will likely only have onboard graphics for gaming.
Apple is reportedly considering launching a line of low-cost MacBooks to rival Chromebooks, targeting buyers who find Apple's premium laptops too expensive.
Best Buy is currently offering a large selection of discounted laptops, including the HP OMEN 16-inch Gaming Laptop for $949 with $750 off its usual price and the Acer Aspire 3 for $379, making it a great opportunity to find a work or gaming machine at a lower cost.
Google is extending the update lifespan of Chromebooks to 10 years and introducing adaptive charging and an energy saver mode.
Dell is offering a clearance sale with refurbished laptops starting at $175, including a Chromebook and high-end gaming laptops, making it an ideal opportunity to find a laptop that suits your budget and needs.
Google is releasing the Chrome OS 117 update for Chromebooks, introducing a Material You redesign, new notification and privacy features, Dynamic Color theming, simplified system specs access, adaptive charging, and additional functionalities.
Google has launched the Chromebook Plus certification program to help shoppers identify high-quality Chromebooks that meet specific requirements.
Google has launched the Chromebook Plus program, which sets hardware specifications for ChromeOS laptops from Acer, Asus, HP, and Lenovo, but surprisingly no laptops from Samsung, raising speculation about Samsung's absence from the program.
Google could release a new Pixelbook focused on AI and productivity features, with a starting price of $399.
Amazon is currently offering the Apple 256GB 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro for $999.00, a $300 discount, making it the lowest price ever seen for the 2022 model.
The new Chromebook Plus laptops from HP, Acer, Asus, and Lenovo are now available at Best Buy and Target, offering higher specs and exclusive features like File Sync and Magic Eraser.
Apple is reportedly developing new 12-inch and 13-inch MacBook models priced at around $700 or less, potentially targeting the education market and aiming to compete with Chromebooks.
Apple may be developing new low-cost MacBooks, including a 12-inch and 13-inch model, which can compete with Chromebooks in the education market and offer an affordable alternative to the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air.
