I have become a huge fan of the Chromebook-as a matter of fact-this is my third Chromebook purchase since October 2012. My wife and I were looking for a portable laptop to use with our clients that we visit in their homes. Our laptop was too big and bulky, so the plan was to use it at home while we use the Chromebook as we traveled to our clients' homes. It was intentionally purchased a secondary device. Ironically, we began using the Chromebooks (we purchased one for me and my wife) more around the house and used the "regular" laptop less and less. About a month after our Samsung Chromebook purchase, we were using it exclusively while the "regular" laptop just sat on the desk. My next purchase was the Acer C720, and it performed better and faster than my Samsung at a better price.
We decided to purchase the Lenovo Chromebook because we do a lot of table presentations with our clients in their homes, and the stand mode is ideal for this use. The stand mode works as advertised, and the touch screen works fairly well. In comparison to average to high end-tablets, the touch screen feature is not as smooth or responsive, but sufficient enough for me. The screen is comparable to the Acer C720, and the battery life has been about 8 hours. Stereo sound is good, and keyboard is outstanding (typical Lenovo keyboard experience). The trackpad is not as responsive (especially the single tap feature) as compared to the Samsung or Acer. If you are in the market for any top of electronic device, don't focus on the the criticism as much as what will be your use case. If that product offers what you are looking for, then it is a good product for YOU! One device may be ideal for one person and useless for someone else.
I have noticed a pattern from people who typically criticize the Chromebook brand: 1) They have never really used it (so take their criticism for what its worth) 2) It is not an ideal use case for them (they simply should move on to the next device, but not criticize people who enjoy their Chromebook).
Quick self-questionnaire to decide if this Lenovo or any Chromebook may be worth considering:
A) What are the top 10 things you do when you get on a computer-if they are internet browser-based; it is worth consideration.
B) Would you like to have a computer that is simple to use and fairly maintenance free; it is worth consideration
C) Are you looking for a computer that is very reasonably priced; it is worth consideration
D) Are you entrenched in the Google Ecosystem (Gmail/Google Drive/Chrome Web apps); it is worth consideration
E) If all of the above applies to you, the only other question is: What are you waiting for?!
| Standing screen display size | 11.6 Inches |
|---|---|
| Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Max Screen Resolution | 1366x768 Pixels |
| Processor | 2.16 GHz celeron |
| RAM | 2 GB DDR3 |
| Memory Speed | 1333 MHz |
| Hard Drive | 16 GB SSD |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Integrated |
| Chipset Brand | Intel |
| Card Description | Integrated |
| Wireless Type | 802.11ac |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
| Average Battery Life (in hours) | 8 Hours |
