Just out of interest and my technical curiosity demanding I ordered yesterday at amazon the current Samsung Chromebook. The rather small machine has been packed in a two to three times as large cardboard box - so far so good. Had to be unpacked overcome first moment of shock, the computer immediately. What emerged was a small white package. Content: A small laptop.
Basically it can be said that buying a Chromebook, whether Samsung or Acer, is only recommended if you know that the device is completely Internet-based. Consequently, the functions of the laptop are limited to so-called Apps (= applications) to acquire the Chrome goals - and only there. Apps or applications that are not certified for the Chrome goals, do not work on the Chromebook.
Meanwhile, you have to be before purchasing such a device clear.
The exterior / hardware
The notebook is equipped with a 11.6 inch LED screen that can convince with its matt, thus mirror-free interface. At 1388 x 766 pixels, the screen content is in sharp and light shape.
Is found just above the edge of the screen 0.3-megapixel webcam, which designed for Google's Hangouts sufficient perfectly. A green LED indicates when the cam is in operation.
Behind the hinge of the screen you will find a USB 2.0 port, one USB 3.0 port and an HDMI jack for screen transfer to eg TV screens.
On the left side you can put his headphones in a 3.0-jack connection.
Complete dispenses with the Samsung Chromebook, instead of the function keys at the top will find the ON / OFF button, ESC, and other setting buttons into place. Directly below is further substantiated by QWERTY style.
The keyboard can also operate well due to good processing of the keyboard. It is nevertheless certainly no coincidence that the device has striking resemblance to the Apple Macbooks the competitors in common.
It is striking that the Chromebook has no ventilation slots. By minimal computationally intensive operating system based on Linux, is created inside the housing hardly (edited on 14.10.) Heat. This information of an employee of an electric market is also confirmed by one year.
Conveniently, the device can be found so without problems on the lap or the sofa.
The speakers split the Samsung Chromebook fanbase - I personally find the unit size and perfectly adequate for the price ok.
The first start
The first launch of the Samsung Chromebooks went afloat vonstatten - within 20 seconds the device with an email address, and wireless was ready.
The overall performance was quick, the construction of websites managed the onboard browser chrome somewhat delayed.
After about 30 minutes in operation the first update has already been dubbed - Another reason that the Chromebook always "hanging on the network" should. The device updates itself automatically as soon as a new system version is available.
Apps / Add-ons
"Serienmäßg" on board the hard drive to find the basic programs of ChromeOS: Hangout, Docs, Notes, Chrome, Cam, Mail. Thousands more extensions there download the Chrome goals.
Caution: In order to work offline, add-ons are required.
Battery life
The battery lasts for 7.5 hours at considerable constant use. Reason: Since the Chromebook is fully web-based and built on a frugal Linux kernel, the computational effort for any background applications or autostarts minimized - the Samsung Chromebook needs almost no electricity.
Conclusion:
The Chromebook is far recommended when
1) one is aware that one does not receive a complete notebook
2) love and often surfs the Web, but on keyboard and notebook Feeling not live without
3) has fun and innovative ideas
4) is excited about Google products
