expiredparana posted Jun 09, 2021 11:33 AM
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expiredparana posted Jun 09, 2021 11:33 AM
Samsung Discount Program Chromebook Plus V2 - XE521QAB-K01US | Samsung US $180
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2. Note that EOL is 6/2024. After which, it's usable but won't get any more OS update.
This (64gb version) has been my daily driver for 1 year. Here's my thoughts compared against other <12" Chromebooks.
3. It has 1920x1200 display. OTOH, most <12" CBs have 1366x768 resolution.
4. Compared to other <12" CBs, this is heavier. Close to 3 lbs and screen heavy. If you use it on your lap, it can fall backwards at certain angles.
5. In terms of hardware, s-pen is better than other stylus. However, the stylus support in chrome OS is limited. Google just killed Keep chrome app version (note taking app), which was preinstalled in this machine. Other 3rd party note taking apps all have limitations.
6. Hinge design flaw. When hinge breaks, it will crack the screen.
Final verdict. $180 is a fair price for this device, which has 3 years of support left.
2. Note that EOL is 6/2024.
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If I didn't have this machine, I'd get it now for $180 and use it for the next 3-4 years until it breaks.
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If you're savvy, you can run a full Linux OS ontop of ChromeOS with Crouton and continue to use the machine for years down the line without making any physical changes to it.
You can also flash the bios on many chromebooks to turn them into normal full blown UEFI booting laptops that run windows, pretty much any flavor of linux, and sometimes even MacOS.
Apparently there are some internal differences (metal vs. plastic) between the two models that may make this model more desirable (IMO it doesn't really, but you can see the links in the thread and make your own decision).
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