So true, I was so upset when I had bought this Chromebook at first I even tried taking it back but could not return it. When I started actually using it and learning about it , it's been the best laptop I've ever had. I've learned so much about software and the Laptops Capabilities and even joined communities online.
It's been about a month...what do you think? Do you mean Windows/Linux/OS X computer or is this fine? Do you run any other Android or Linux apps on the chromebook?
@@charliedouglas1574 I'll answer ya, yes you can run those apps. I've never used Linux because when I install crouton I have to uninstall it because I don't have enough space. If you make the mistake of getting one; PUT IT IN DEVELOPER MODE! They are practically unusable without it in my eyes.
@@jerricrouch6248 Hey! What's up Jerri?? Thanks so much, I've been working on the channel for a few years now and loving it.. a lot of work but also fun. 😉
Nice to see a guy who immediately starts out telling us why we should watch the video. Keeps a good pace and delivers on his promise to inform. Nicely done. Thanks for allowing me to feel at the end that I made good use of my time.
If you're going to be running Linux along with ChromeOS you'll need to get 128GB.. 64 just isn't enough. If you're only using the Chrome OS and Chrome / Android apps and use cloud storage, then I agree with the 64GB.
My celeron chromebook runs fine while running basic ChromeOS and Android stuff which is mostly how I use it. It lags a little running some Linux apps. 4GB is an absolute minimum for RAM on any device running Chrome OS or really any device that will be running the Chrome browser. It is a memory hog and will be noticeably laggy with less. Luckily, most Chromebooks have 4GB these days.
@@Eevnos Is there a minimum storage requirement to run linux on chromeOS? I was interested in getting a HP Chromebook X2 mainly due to it being detachable with stylus support, but it only has 32GB storage. Would getting a microSD help?
The Ultra Low power Intel Core i CPU series is certainly far better performance than any Celeron or Pentium certainly within the same Gen. See performance measurement test charts. The 'M' nomenclature has been removed and returns to the nomenclature of 4th Generation, similar to all Core i processors using the letter "Y" compared to "U" for most mobile processors and "H" for the higher end capability mobile processors used commonly for gamming and workstation mobile devices. Thus the 8th Gen Coffee Lake Core i3-8100Y is the equivalent level to the previous M3-5Y,-6Y,-7Y. There are also i5-8xxxY, i7-8xxxY versions. Also there are 10th Gen Comet Lake Core i3,5,7 "Y" versions too. Intel should be releasing their 11th Gen mobile processors later this year, likely in 2nd half 2020 which will include all three Y,U,H versions. Chromebook and other ChromeOS devices seem to have lagged in availability, not offered initially as ChromeOS devices with 10th Gen, only appeared more recently within the last few months [generally since Q2 2020, 6-9 months after initial mobile devices were available]. Also some manufacturers have a M.2 slot internally to add SSD of any size. If You need a more capable computer other more capable processors are available from Intel "U" and can use various mini, desktop processors from Intel and AMD. Am wondering which GPU devices are compatible? Also, if You have an existing computer, You can add multiple booting with one Being ChromeOS. See Chromefy, Project Croissant group for details how to accomplish this. [Which installs on a CUB Linux installation, giving full access to Google Play Store, Android Apps, etc., as seen here, plus the Ubuntu Linux environment.] All The Best and Much Success, Health and Well Being. Sincerely
I have an older Toshiba Chromebook 2, it is a great device that I picked up dirt cheap second hand. It has a full HD display, with 4 gb of ram, but only 16Gb of storage. I just picked up a 128Gb Micro SD card for more storage, and that works great. I used ChromeOS for a bit, but I very quickly dual booted with Linux, and I have been using GalliumOS on it since. I runs great, the battery life is fantastic, and with the new pushes from steam, I can use Proton to play windows games, obviously hardware dependent, and some older Windows games actually run better under proton then they do on Windows 10. And a great thing to mention is that with the Steam Link app, just days after you released this video, Steam added support for game streaming off-network, so now that little under powered Chromebook can stream anywhere, with your network connections being the caveat. Great video, and many great points. Chromebooks are great for a large amount of users, most people just don't know that. And with Linux support, they are even better then they started.
I was like you saying what's the point of a Chromebook? Well I bought an inexpensive Asus Chromebook with 4 gig of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage for $270, plus I added a 64GB SD card. I've had it just a week and I'm blown away by how easy it is to use how fast it is and the enormous amount of capability in terms of chrome OS Android and Linux. This sleek and slim device handles 95% of what I need to do with a laptop. I've had increasing frustrations with Microsoft and Windows 10 that has basically crippled my i5 laptop with 8GB ram and runs slowly because of all the windows garbage and the ridiculous updates that Microsoft forces on us. And don't forget those disastrous updates over the last year. I'm so glad that we have another portable option I love my Chromebook and I highly recommend it to others!
This is very reassuring! I just had a struggle with the decision purchased my first Chromebook for only $350 This helps me feel very good about my choice! It does have pretty decent build and 128SD only 4memory but finding out that's ok, like you say. Will know better once it arrives but the store model was quick with lots of working apps.
@@flamurbeqiri3725 for me the keyboard is nice, the display is nice or decent, and it's snappy to, I was worried as well, to switch, but I'm happy I decided to get it
My wife uses a Chromebook and it suits her needs perfectly, she has a very capable machine though for a Chromebook, but the fact you can use android apps now is also a massive bonus.
@@filipkunilo9183 , because tablets can be hacked and get viruses. Google pays out $100,000 to anyone that can remotely hack a Chromebook. They haven't had to pay out yet. Also, for a virus to work, it has to be in executable format. Chromebooks don't allow you to download executables.
Since online learning has started, my chromebook has been super useful as it is fast to operate online via audio and cam and also very simple to use like Google docs etc.. Worth the money!
I am using a chromebook as my go to device for personal use for two years already and my wife borrows it for her teaching side job. I do have a gaming desktop PC but I don't even have speakers connected, so it's not used for anything but gaming. On the chromebook I browse the web, check my email, watch movies and youtube, do my e-banking, create documents and spreadsheets (in office 365 or google docs) from time to time, light picture editing etc. It fits all my needs for personal computing. I bought it used for 100$ and it is still fast and usable as on day one. I don't worry about viruses and software updates. It just does exactly what I need and it is reliable, has plenty of ports including full size HDMI so my wife also uses it for presentations and lessons. Now, with Google Stadia coming up it will become a serious gaming platform also. The good thing is that in time it has become more productive and useful as it aged, so that is a new concept in the computing space. It is not all to all people, don't get me wrong, but it offers enough for the majority and you should not dismiss it and just go for an Mac or a Windows based PC. The selling point here is that for a 300-500 $ you will have to compromise on other platforms. If you wish to spend a 1000$ on a laptop go with Windows or Apple. The point is that you don't have to, now that we have devices like this...
@@tnCEO2023 Dell Chromebook 3120. Of course you have better ones now but the premise is the same , the best value is at the low to middle price point. It's hard to justify a 800 USD Chromebook...
Predrag Jeremic do you have any recommendations on which ones now? The lower to middle end? I am looking to do presentations and connect to projectors sometimes for work
Chrome OS has certainly improved over the years. I myself made the mistake of purchasing a Chromebook back in 2013 when it was in its early stages, and using it without the internet was unusable and I regretted my purchase. But then I found out that after updates, it became a more reliable machine.
Yes now they are very usable, i got one about 1 year ago, as a android table replacement and now i'm running linux (crouton install so i can toggle between chrome OS and unix and i use Lightworks video editor which is right up there with top video editors) on it and wire, so i'm running android apps, unix apps, and ms office in wire. I can do everything in one device that i used to use two or 3 devices before for half the price, sure not for everyone but i'm an IT guy so for me its super amazing, doesn't matter what i'm doing, work or play i can do everything
Most helpful. The more I listen to people teaching info on chromebooks the more I understand. It's a nice lightweight option for a more efficient computing experience. Perfect for streaming and browsing on the internet, media usage and things of that kind. Sadly I'm slow at learning but I find the whole computing experience absolutely fascinating. Thank you for taking the time to teach others your computer wisdom! 👍.{Top Man}.👍
@@godspurposetheone Hello, sorry I'm really not sure what the correct technical terminology is for showing your computer screen while talking. But there are tutorials on how to record yourself and your screen at the same time on TH-cam. Meredith Marsh has an upload about it which might be helpful for you. Cheers. 🙂
I’ve used Chromebooks a lot in school and I grew to hate it do to how limited it is compared to my MacBook and even my iPad. I know that Chrome OS at school is even more limited due to school regulations, but even outside of the school servers, I still found Chrome OS limiting. However, after doing research on Chromebooks, I at least respect it now. I still prefer Windows, MacOS, and iOS, but I can understand why people would go for a Chrome OS computer. The low price of the product completely justifies the very simple nature of Chrome OS which makes it a great option for those on a budget, those who only need it for basic office work, or those who are minimalists. After I watching this video, I now consider Chromebooks a viable option for my computer the next time I go out to buy one. Admittedly, it’ll be a while until then because I just got an iPad recently and I enjoy using it for entertainment and work reasons. But maybe 5 or 6 years from now, which is the time frame for me to get a new computer, it’ll be interesting to see how Google’s Chrome OS will compete against the other operating systems from Microsoft and Apple.
I'd advise getting a chromebook used from reputable sites like amazon, bestbuy, microcenter, etc it literally halves the price. Chromebooks have a reset feature called "power wash" which wiped the device completely (safe to donate, sell, give to another person). I'd advise to get the 4GB ram versions so it runs smoothly. Ideally this is for people who mostly surfs the net, social media, youtube, netflix, and other non-power users. I think it's ideal for children and non-tech people since it doesn't get viruses so they can't fubar it. Compared to the price point of the competitions windows laptops/destops and tablets this is just better imho.
I've had a Chromebook since January. I will never go back to a Windows machine ever, ever again. I wish I'd taken the plunge with one of these 4 years ago. They are simply SUPERB.
my laptop fried itself a year and a half ago, and was without one for a few months (I was going kind of nuts). My father and stepmother got me a basic chromebook as an early birthday present. Nothing fancy, and not much storage, but it was a lot better than what I had (nothing), and since I love to type and play games on the computer itself and not just a tablet, it was a LOT better than nothing. It definitely took some getting used to, not having access to certain things that I was used to on a Windows laptop, and it being like my android phone with a much bigger screen, but I definitely got used to it. Was able to type and write again, and I was finally able to play the Harry Potter game again (my phone at the time was NOT compatible with it!) . Silly I know, but I definitely got used to it. I had an idiot moment and spilled something and now the screen is blurry... but the laptop itself still works and I got used to the screen. (Just wish the entire thing was foggy instead of most of it. But it still works.) I recently upgraded to another one with a touch screen and just a bit more storage. I don't need anything fancy, and I'm kind of hooked. It's nice to know that all my documents from the other one just automatically transferred and are available with this one , including the important upgraded resume.
Absolutely fantastic. Thanks for this great introduction to Chromebook. I've loved them, but not yet committed to using them fully and want to shift more to it simply because it is a simple, reliable, tool. This has helped me to consider taking 'chromebooking' to that next level.
Same, although at times I wish that it ran Android apps like the newer ones do... >_> The only issue I have had with it is if your keyboard is not mounted properly the flex of the plastic will cause the 8, i, and k keys to go out.
@@wh0_am_152 Nice; you could probably fix the keyboard by opening up the base with a spudger and realigning keyboard. I don't really miss any Android apps on the Desktop. Also, smartphones for the most part are consumption devices, and offer low privacy. If you use a script like crouton, you have access to a full version of Linux and you can do almost everything that you can do with a normal Desktop. Space limitations can be overcome by attaching an external drive and running an OS off it.
@@adroitspartan7907 At this point it would just be better to replace the keyboard due to PCB flex, and I do have Crouton loaded on my device but as I have the Tegra K model most programs are incompatible due to the ARM CPU at the core of the SOC.
@@wh0_am_152 - Ah, the Tegra K i wanted to get my hands on one of those at the time. Hopefully, you can get a replacement for the keyboard that makes economic sense, or just get an external one if mobility isn't priority. Could you elaborate on which programs(32/64 bit?) were incompatible, graphics and video-editing? The ARM ecosystem has come a long way since.
wait... i double checked the end of life list, did your HP chromebook 14 stop working after they stopped updating it? im assuming your chromebook is the oldest HP chromebook 14 listed. i still have 5 years left on the 2018 lenovo 100e i just bought.
Google Stadia will hopefully expand the gaming capability of Chromebooks and make it a more compelling choice for those of us who like to play more demanding games on our laptops.
Hey dude, finally started seeing notifications again. Glad to see others talking about chrome books. These are really cool machines. Love the ease of connection and use. On some days I use it more than my MacBook Pro. Great video dude.
Thanks man! Yeah, I was really surprised by how much I could do with it, I'm absolutely loving this thing! Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it!
Or switch to a different browser to search 🔎 with inside the browser. I used duck duck go n it's ok. The searches aren't as good result wise but the privacy is better.
We are a Linux, non Microsoft family. I didn't know much about Chromebooks but decided to purchase one for my wife to replace her aging Ubuntu-based laptop. Purchased an Acer Chromebook 715 - wow am I blown away about this machine, and my previous impression about Chromebooks was entirely wrong. I like what I am seeing. Had to spend some time learning Chromebook protocols and nuances. Its been a major paradigm shift for me.
Good for you man! I wish more people would actually try them rather than making their assumptions based on outdated or inaccurate information! I love the fact that you tried it and kept an open mind! They're not for everyone but they're so much more capable than a lot of people give them credit for! Thanks for sharing your experience!
There is now sound and gpu integration with Linux apps. Linux is within a virtual machine so it can be glitchy, but it does work. Hopefully Linux integration will become stable soon.
My dear mom is a Luddite when it comes to technology... She had on old laptop from 2006 running Vista ( oy vey ) I upgraded the laptop to Windows 7 sometime ago (Puts on Pirate Patch)...anyways over the years it has been running slow as molasses... I live a fair distance from her now so I can't physically help with any issues that crop up... I recently purchased an HP Chromebook for her as a gift... So far so good...she doesn't find it complicated, she likes the speed, and she is able to get the basics done like banking, facebook, email etc.. Another plus is the long battery life... I could have taken an old laptop and installed a linux distro....but the battery would probably be useless...plus there would be a learning curve for her... In my case, a Chromebook fit the bill...
I got a user refurbished to see if I would like a Chromebook. I do even though the one I got has damage from previous user. It actually works so well even though I have to have a usb mouse cause the mouse gesture pad doesn't work right. It found my phone and my desktop computer and connected right up via blue tooth. as well as my blue tooth head phones. and a few other things I tried. So cool love it and it is very awesome. Mine is not the kind that will ever have google play store on it but I am cool with that.
I’m almost tempted to buy a Chromebook after watching this video. During my time, I’ve used windows 98, XP, Vista and 7. Hated 10. Also used Mac OS and Amiga Workbench 1.3, 3.1, 3.5 and lastly Linux.
@@jrzarate713 why? Iam googling/youtubeing shit 95% of the time. In chrome. And usually on my phone, on the couch. I like the idea of having a flip 2in1 chromebook. My current gaming laptop is too clunky to use on the couch, 3 hours of battery life also yikes. I dont even game anymore, I dont even use special programs on my other pc. Maybe over 99% iam just on some website. These chromebooks nowadays look really functional. App store is a big plus. Really tempted to buy 1.
I liked this video. I'm an old lady, who was a MS software tech/Systems OEM, who retired and watched everything I know go the way of the dinosaur. I have a Chromebook coming, delayed weeks by the COVID crunch, so I've been checking out Chromebook info online. Thanks for the insights.
Animal Facts - I agreed with you that 32Gb is quite enough. Heck, my 3 yr old Chromebook has only 16Gb and I've not had problems with running out of storage on that device. But then I got a Chromebook that supports the Linux/Crostini environment and I'm finding that more than 32Gb local storage is necessary to get very far with Linux, especially if you want to install multiple development environments, or the large LibreOffice, Java etc.
I've only got a few Terminal apps install on my machine as far as Linux stuff goes. Now, once they get Linux audio support going, I would like to use Audacity instead of an Android audio recorder, so I may start getting low. But, to be honest, the SSD on my Linux production machine is only 100GB, so I probably won't be too pressed for space as long as I keep data stored off the device. I haven't tested SD card integration yet. Definitely an option if space starts to be a concern.
@@Eevnos If I wasn't looking for a workstation to do graphic design work, ChromeOs seems perfect for casual, to light productivity work. My nephew is entering high school, this would be perfect for him as he is already familiar with the Google suite. He is also familiar with some android apps to do illustration and video editing.
B E You could just get one of the cheap or older Chromebooks then. They may not support native Linux apps or Android apps, but it sounds like you don’t need that.
If you have an old laptop, check out CloudReady OS Home Edition... Based on Chromium OS...you get access to Chrome Web Store for applications... Currently does not support Google Play Store/Android... I installed on an old Sony Vaio from 2007... It works surprisingly and extremely well...the Home Edition is free...
Just turning on and off completes the update and you don't have to worry about virus protection. Mine has 32gb of storage I just use a 128gb slimfit flashdrive for extra storage.
I've purchased about 8 Chromebooks over the last 8 years. 3 of them were for myself and the others were for my kids. I love my Chromebook, and am still on a 16 gb book. 6 of the 8 are still running and the two that aren't were sat on or dropped by my kids. Never a virus, never lost any data (it's in the cloud), and i can use apps on my Android that mirror what i do on the Chromebook.
Great video. Very informative. I've been looking for a video on chromeOS and all of its capabilities and your video covers everything I wanted to know. Keep up the great work.
Also do note for $20 you can get a 128GB micro SD card (or for $40 a 256GB one) and then storage will not be an issue, do note if you plan to put your chromebook in dev mode with headphones, as soon as you see that white screen, rip your headphones off ASAP, as otherwise it will blast 2 beeps at full speaker volume directly into your ears.
Suits my needs perfectly, very capable machine though for a Chromebook, but the fact you can use android apps now is also a massive bonus. Using it as my main computer.
Nice Steve!!! No wonder it took you so long to finish this video, is like three videos in one!! All good info and great Broll! 😎👍.. I learned a lot about chromebooks that I did not know
Chromebooks are horrid and dissapointing. My chromebook had a Pentium N2400 and a touch screen. It's like an android tablet slightly below Samsung quality. It is limited like hell and the 32 gigabytes of space really limits your storage. I had to use an SD card and for some odd reason it wouldn't stay in. It's very limited without developer mode and even then that's still quite limited. Installing Linux is a death sentence on a computer due to the limited space and if you sacrafice enough space from anything else installing things on Linux is a pain on the chromebook. With Internet it's somewhat tolerable but without Internet it is horrible unless you enable dev mode. It has flash plug-ins built in which is appreciated. They advertise a long battery but when putting it in actual use (games, netlix, youtube, etc) it's battery drains fast. I've found that apps work about 80% of the time, sometimes Facebook usage on apps for logins don't work and some 3D games don't work. The 1080p resolution looks nice on the tablet-with-a-keyboard but feels almost as if it's limiting the device. The lack of a dedicated gpu makes it a bit confusing of a choice when playing 3D games but the integrated GPU is competent enough for getting 30fps on games like Minecraft and World of Warships. Netflix works fine and so does youtube and Spotify. Altough it works fine in dev mode a laptop from 2008 would still be better. Also I am not kidding, that acer one with the n2400? My Samsung note 4 is faster and I'm replacing that junk. My chromebook failed in 10 months after I buyed it because it stopped charging. When I got a new charger and it still didn't charge I tossed it into a corner and forgot about it. My warranty was voided because I attempted to install Windows on it. A few last things to say are that there are no icons/shortcuts and windows installations are impossible on some chromebooks (like my own.) So, to conclude my statement is that the virus proof nonsense is a lie (I needed malwarebytes because I caught one on dev mode due to my behaviors), and never buy an expensive chromebook. Only buy cheap chromebooks and if you are considering a more expensive one, use that to buy yourself a real laptop. Thank you for listening friends and remember, don't make the mistake of buying one of these as I did. With dissapointment, Ivan A. B.
Ivan Bracamonte Yeah, the older or low specs one can struggle with Android apps and do have the storage for Linux. It sounds like you didn’t get the right machine to fit your needs. The more recent / better spec’d Chromebooks are extremely capable. It’s like any other computer, you need to get one with the hardware that will support what you want to do.
@@Eevnos Thank you for your attention and I would agree. This laptop is good for school goers but grown ones. Teenagers taking this to school would be more upset than I was. But grown people going to college or have a job that would benefit from the large screen and keyboard could make do with a cheap one. I am still a little bitter about the four cores and four gigs on it performing worse than I expected. Lastly this machine is good for something around 150-180. Once again, thank you for your response.
I’ve already used Chromebooks in my school (the HP ones with 4gb of storage) and I aldo have my own ASUS c214ma flip but since it only has 32gb of eMMc storage, I used that up pretty quickly, now I’m saving up for the Lenovo thinkpad Chromebook c14 and will definitely use it as my main desktop
Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! I put a lot of time, into testing things for my videos, to make sure that the information I give is as accurate as possible.. so I'm glad that's coming across.
Really great video. In terms of it's simplicity, it's exactly what I need to do certain tasks online and not have a heavy laptop to carry around. Will probably pick one up tomorrow.
Deerhunter360 same I honestly hate it along with google docs and the rest. We had thinkpads (windows) at my old school. but at my new school we got chromebooks and i have never had a computer have so many problems before until now.
Orangienblue same now there's bugs where our Chromebooks would block random websites for a unknown reason and it's been over a year since we had these Chromebooks
I have one small detail to add about running native android apps. Some of apps actually DO have keyboard and mouse control, beyond what you would expect. I’d even say some apps run better. I used to use my phone as a drum machine, I tried running the same app on my chromebook, and it actually gave me more control with a mouse. It turned the app from a cheesey touchscreen thing, to something id actually rank on par with the free version of virtualDJ on windows.... not the best quality program for the job, but it works. And it got better without touch control lol I can navigate menus and all that, its great. Some apps go above and beyond, and turn into things you’d usually have to download off a sketchy website on another OS for equivalent. Very user friendly, for the most part.
For those wondering which app, Its called G-Stomper Rhythm. Saves the beat files individually from the app so theres no “you deleted the app so the files cant run anymore” nonsense. Shits real easy to work with for loops to throw together sequences.
Yeah, that was the same with me and probably most people as well. They look like a pointless joke until you actually use them and realize how capable they are. 😉
I have my Alienware top of the range computer for serious number crunching (not for gaming) and I have my Chromebook for the everyday work when I need a good keyboard or if I want to surf the net in combination with Chromecast on the 8K Panasonic big TV. Chromebooks are fantastic, easy to handle, power-efficient and always ready when you are ready. Great invention,, Google, and an excellent explanation of how it all works by Eevnos. Thanks for the production.
I love my Chromebook. It's my second. The only deal-breaker for me is using My Fujitsu ScanSnap S1500 scanner and Evernote. The scanner and Evernote both require a PC or Mac. Yes, I can access Evernote on my Chromebook via the web client, but the web client is basically crippleware compared with The Desktop client. I keep a Windows desktop primarily for those two things, and use my Chromebook for everything else. Great video!
Great Video. Please make a Linux video for Chromebooks. I have enabled it on my Chromebook but not sure what to do next. There are very few You Tube Videos on this topic. You would be Instant Success
Thanks for the suggestion! I already have a video of how to install Linux apps with the native support here: th-cam.com/video/obwMeK_jNmA/w-d-xo.html I'm also working on another one on how to install a full Linux distro with Crouton.
I made the switch almost 2 years ago from Windows to Chrome OS, and my only regret is that I did not make the switch sooner. All of the things that made Windows a pain to deal with are completely non-existent with Chrome OS. There is no need for anti-virus software, no more tedious virus and spyware scans, no more disk defragmentation, no more inexplicable crashes, all of these things are a thing of the past. It is said by many that while Chrome OS has made great strides, it is still not as capable an operating system as Windows and Mac. I disagree. Not only is Chrome OS just as good as Windows and Mac, I feel that it has actually surpassed them as the best operating system on the market. I own the I5, 128GB Pixelbook and the Acer Chromebook 15 Spin.
REDKYTEN With the built in Linux support, there is currently no GPU acceleration so games won’t work. You can put the machine in Developer Mode and install Linux with Crouton, then install Steam that way and it works fine.
my school gave us a chrome book. (in high school). it was is really good. it even came with a stylus in the inside of it. Its one of the chromebooks that are better for students I guess. I really like it
Eevnos I always knew you could hack a chrome book to install Linux and now run Android apps, but the one thing I learned from your video you can run these side by side now. That's pretty trippy. I personally own Latitude e7400 ultrabooks, they tend to run Mint Linux very well. But now you got me rethinking Chrome. But, no way in heck would I go with a sub $150 plastic device. Like you, I would need a little more storage then that. I like your port layout and port selection. I have the new Dell thunderbolt dock. Sure it won't do thunderbolt but I am curious if it would still do video out and such? Ah, geek toys. I just wouldn't like the glare being a business notebook snob lol.
No one complains phones only have 32GB storage and Chromebooks are more like phones than traditional PCs. You just don't need all that space. You don't need 128GB on a Chromebook if it's got an sd slot. Save your money.
I disagree with the phone comment, that may have been true 4-5 years ago, but not today with the size of some apps and recorded media / photos 32GB is pretty limiting. As for the storage on Chromebooks, It's not safe to generalize like that as it depends how you use it. If you're using it in its most basic form, cloud storage and ChromOS apps, then 32GB is enough, its when you start installing Android and Linux apps that you find its not enough.
Chromebooks are definitely about the experience. I have a windows machine, a linux machine, and my chromebook, but I always find myself using my chromebook for easy tasks and relaxing. That said, they are definitely supplementary devices especially if you game (same with Linux). But yes they still can do a lot of things. I'd say a lot of people could run one as a main device including myself.
@@Eevnos Actually Chromebooks arent bad for gaming either.....If you have a touchscreen chromebook. Remember all of the games for Android, work way better on a Chromebook. My Acer Chromebook Spin 13 is my new game console. And you can load Steam if your Chromebook has Linux apps. (or download Linux on your Chromebook as a duel boot, if it doesnt have linux apps.
Check out this video for more details on how to game on a Chromebook: th-cam.com/video/G3dOwkVSkI4/w-d-xo.html
Saviourself You sure can!
So true, I was so upset when I had bought this Chromebook at first I even tried taking it back but could not return it. When I started actually using it and learning about it , it's been the best laptop I've ever had. I've learned so much about software and the Laptops Capabilities and even joined communities online.
Basically a big ass phone with a keyboard
@max marrero www.laptoponbudget.com/chromebooks-with-8gb-ram/ good luck learning how to google...
chromebook exists bc broke students (me) exists
I don't know why I watch these videos AFTER I buy the product instead of before 😂
To justify your *impulsive* purchase, duh!
It's been about a month...what do you think? Do you mean Windows/Linux/OS X computer or is this fine? Do you run any other Android or Linux apps on the chromebook?
Right here with you XD
I know, I also made the mistake of purchasing one.
@@charliedouglas1574 I'll answer ya, yes you can run those apps. I've never used Linux because when I install crouton I have to uninstall it because I don't have enough space. If you make the mistake of getting one; PUT IT IN DEVELOPER MODE! They are practically unusable without it in my eyes.
I love how you smile throughout the whole video. You seem like a really positive guy
Amin Thanks a lot, i try not to let things get to me.. life is too short! 😁
@@Eevnos hey!! I was laying here messing with my phone and have TH-cam playing on the TV and I was like I know that guy!!! Congrats on your success!!
@@jerricrouch6248 Hey! What's up Jerri??
Thanks so much, I've been working on the channel for a few years now and loving it.. a lot of work but also fun. 😉
@@Eevnos what state are you in now? You don't have to say on TH-cam land lol I live Ventura county and loving it!
More like squenting xD
Nice to see a guy who immediately starts out telling us why we should watch the video. Keeps a good pace and delivers on his promise to inform. Nicely done. Thanks for allowing me to feel at the end that I made good use of my time.
Wow, thank you so much.
I appreciate the kind words and I’m very glad that you found it useful!
The sweet spot for processors on chromebooks is m3. 64 GB of shortage and 4GB of RAM.
If you're going to be running Linux along with ChromeOS you'll need to get 128GB.. 64 just isn't enough.
If you're only using the Chrome OS and Chrome / Android apps and use cloud storage, then I agree with the 64GB.
You call it "shortage" for a reason?
My celeron chromebook runs fine while running basic ChromeOS and Android stuff which is mostly how I use it. It lags a little running some Linux apps. 4GB is an absolute minimum for RAM on any device running Chrome OS or really any device that will be running the Chrome browser. It is a memory hog and will be noticeably laggy with less. Luckily, most Chromebooks have 4GB these days.
@@Eevnos Is there a minimum storage requirement to run linux on chromeOS? I was interested in getting a HP Chromebook X2 mainly due to it being detachable with stylus support, but it only has 32GB storage. Would getting a microSD help?
The Ultra Low power Intel Core i CPU series is certainly far better performance than any Celeron or Pentium certainly within the same Gen. See performance measurement test charts. The 'M' nomenclature has been removed and returns to the nomenclature of 4th Generation, similar to all Core i processors using the letter "Y" compared to "U" for most mobile processors and "H" for the higher end capability mobile processors used commonly for gamming and workstation mobile devices. Thus the 8th Gen Coffee Lake Core i3-8100Y is the equivalent level to the previous M3-5Y,-6Y,-7Y. There are also i5-8xxxY, i7-8xxxY versions. Also there are 10th Gen Comet Lake Core i3,5,7 "Y" versions too. Intel should be releasing their 11th Gen mobile processors later this year, likely in 2nd half 2020 which will include all three Y,U,H versions. Chromebook and other ChromeOS devices seem to have lagged in availability, not offered initially as ChromeOS devices with 10th Gen, only appeared more recently within the last few months [generally since Q2 2020, 6-9 months after initial mobile devices were available].
Also some manufacturers have a M.2 slot internally to add SSD of any size.
If You need a more capable computer other more capable processors are available from Intel "U" and can use various mini, desktop processors from Intel and AMD. Am wondering which GPU devices are compatible?
Also, if You have an existing computer, You can add multiple booting with one Being ChromeOS. See Chromefy, Project Croissant group for details how to accomplish this. [Which installs on a CUB Linux installation, giving full access to Google Play Store, Android Apps, etc., as seen here, plus the Ubuntu Linux environment.]
All The Best and Much Success, Health and Well Being.
Sincerely
I have an older Toshiba Chromebook 2, it is a great device that I picked up dirt cheap second hand. It has a full HD display, with 4 gb of ram, but only 16Gb of storage. I just picked up a 128Gb Micro SD card for more storage, and that works great. I used ChromeOS for a bit, but I very quickly dual booted with Linux, and I have been using GalliumOS on it since. I runs great, the battery life is fantastic, and with the new pushes from steam, I can use Proton to play windows games, obviously hardware dependent, and some older Windows games actually run better under proton then they do on Windows 10. And a great thing to mention is that with the Steam Link app, just days after you released this video, Steam added support for game streaming off-network, so now that little under powered Chromebook can stream anywhere, with your network connections being the caveat.
Great video, and many great points. Chromebooks are great for a large amount of users, most people just don't know that. And with Linux support, they are even better then they started.
I was like you saying what's the point of a Chromebook? Well I bought an inexpensive Asus Chromebook with 4 gig of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage for $270, plus I added a 64GB SD card. I've had it just a week and I'm blown away by how easy it is to use how fast it is and the enormous amount of capability in terms of chrome OS Android and Linux. This sleek and slim device handles 95% of what I need to do with a laptop. I've had increasing frustrations with Microsoft and Windows 10 that has basically crippled my i5 laptop with 8GB ram and runs slowly because of all the windows garbage and the ridiculous updates that Microsoft forces on us. And don't forget those disastrous updates over the last year. I'm so glad that we have another portable option I love my Chromebook and I highly recommend it to others!
Mark VanOuse Excellent, thanks for sharing your experience !
In the last 6 months it has been my daily driver
This is very reassuring! I just had a struggle with the decision purchased my first Chromebook for only $350 This helps me feel very good about my choice! It does have pretty decent build and 128SD only 4memory but finding out that's ok, like you say. Will know better once it arrives but the store model was quick with lots of working apps.
Can u give some thoughts now if u have been using it? Like overall experience and is there a lot of difference with windows laptops..
@@flamurbeqiri3725 for me the keyboard is nice, the display is nice or decent, and it's snappy to, I was worried as well, to switch, but I'm happy I decided to get it
My wife uses a Chromebook and it suits her needs perfectly, she has a very capable machine though for a Chromebook, but the fact you can use android apps now is also a massive bonus.
That's great!
Being able to use Android and Linux apps HUGELY improves the usability of Chromebooks.
if it is such a bonus why not use a tablet?
@@filipkunilo9183 , because tablets can be hacked and get viruses. Google pays out $100,000 to anyone that can remotely hack a Chromebook. They haven't had to pay out yet. Also, for a virus to work, it has to be in executable format. Chromebooks don't allow you to download executables.
@@filipkunilo9183 mytabletguide.com/chrome-os-tablets/
@@galenblack8321 use linux for free can do much work than chrome os and faster than windows
Since online learning has started, my chromebook has been super useful as it is fast to operate online via audio and cam and also very simple to use like Google docs etc.. Worth the money!
I am using a chromebook as my go to device for personal use for two years already and my wife borrows it for her teaching side job. I do have a gaming desktop PC but I don't even have speakers connected, so it's not used for anything but gaming. On the chromebook I browse the web, check my email, watch movies and youtube, do my e-banking, create documents and spreadsheets (in office 365 or google docs) from time to time, light picture editing etc. It fits all my needs for personal computing. I bought it used for 100$ and it is still fast and usable as on day one. I don't worry about viruses and software updates. It just does exactly what I need and it is reliable, has plenty of ports including full size HDMI so my wife also uses it for presentations and lessons. Now, with Google Stadia coming up it will become a serious gaming platform also. The good thing is that in time it has become more productive and useful as it aged, so that is a new concept in the computing space. It is not all to all people, don't get me wrong, but it offers enough for the majority and you should not dismiss it and just go for an Mac or a Windows based PC. The selling point here is that for a 300-500 $ you will have to compromise on other platforms. If you wish to spend a 1000$ on a laptop go with Windows or Apple. The point is that you don't have to, now that we have devices like this...
Predrag Jeremic how long did this take
@@milkgallon2155 I don't comment much, but this was for me the best 100$ spent ever... Just wanted to share some joy :)
Which Chromebook did you buy?
@@tnCEO2023 Dell Chromebook 3120. Of course you have better ones now but the premise is the same , the best value is at the low to middle price point. It's hard to justify a 800 USD Chromebook...
Predrag Jeremic do you have any recommendations on which ones now? The lower to middle end? I am looking to do presentations and connect to projectors sometimes for work
Chrome OS has certainly improved over the years. I myself made the mistake of purchasing a Chromebook back in 2013 when it was in its early stages, and using it without the internet was unusable and I regretted my purchase. But then I found out that after updates, it became a more reliable machine.
Alex Golubchik Yeah, the functionality now is vastly improved over the early days.. and keeps improving
Yes now they are very usable, i got one about 1 year ago, as a android table replacement and now i'm running linux (crouton install so i can toggle between chrome OS and unix and i use Lightworks video editor which is right up there with top video editors) on it and wire, so i'm running android apps, unix apps, and ms office in wire. I can do everything in one device that i used to use two or 3 devices before for half the price, sure not for everyone but i'm an IT guy so for me its super amazing, doesn't matter what i'm doing, work or play i can do everything
It's been 5 years, did you get the Chromebook then? 😅
He knows magic his fingers disappears behind his background on the Chromebook at 5:06
of course, I had to check
yup you're right
at 2:00 he doesn't use his magic.....
That's how crappy it is... when you have to superimpose a background image on the machine.
😂😂😂😂
Lol he’s using green screen
Most helpful. The more I listen to people teaching info on chromebooks the more I understand. It's a nice lightweight option for a more efficient computing experience. Perfect for streaming and browsing on the internet, media usage and things of that kind. Sadly I'm slow at learning but I find the whole computing experience absolutely fascinating. Thank you for taking the time to teach others your computer wisdom! 👍.{Top Man}.👍
I have a question please. what is that called when your showing your computer screen while talking. is that an app?
@@godspurposetheone
Hello, sorry I'm really not sure what
the correct technical terminology is for showing your computer screen while talking. But there are tutorials on how to record yourself and your screen at the same time on TH-cam. Meredith Marsh has an upload about it which might be helpful for you. Cheers. 🙂
I’ve used Chromebooks a lot in school and I grew to hate it do to how limited it is compared to my MacBook and even my iPad. I know that Chrome OS at school is even more limited due to school regulations, but even outside of the school servers, I still found Chrome OS limiting. However, after doing research on Chromebooks, I at least respect it now. I still prefer Windows, MacOS, and iOS, but I can understand why people would go for a Chrome OS computer. The low price of the product completely justifies the very simple nature of Chrome OS which makes it a great option for those on a budget, those who only need it for basic office work, or those who are minimalists. After I watching this video, I now consider Chromebooks a viable option for my computer the next time I go out to buy one. Admittedly, it’ll be a while until then because I just got an iPad recently and I enjoy using it for entertainment and work reasons. But maybe 5 or 6 years from now, which is the time frame for me to get a new computer, it’ll be interesting to see how Google’s Chrome OS will compete against the other operating systems from Microsoft and Apple.
VanMan 23 Thanks for commenting and sharing your opinion and experience with them!
I'd advise getting a chromebook used from reputable sites like amazon, bestbuy, microcenter, etc it literally halves the price. Chromebooks have a reset feature called "power wash" which wiped the device completely (safe to donate, sell, give to another person). I'd advise to get the 4GB ram versions so it runs smoothly.
Ideally this is for people who mostly surfs the net, social media, youtube, netflix, and other non-power users. I think it's ideal for children and non-tech people since it doesn't get viruses so they can't fubar it. Compared to the price point of the competitions windows laptops/destops and tablets this is just better imho.
I've had a Chromebook since January. I will never go back to a Windows machine ever, ever again. I wish I'd taken the plunge with one of these 4 years ago. They are simply SUPERB.
Yeah man, for the stuff the average person does on a computer they're fantastic!
my laptop fried itself a year and a half ago, and was without one for a few months (I was going kind of nuts). My father and stepmother got me a basic chromebook as an early birthday present. Nothing fancy, and not much storage, but it was a lot better than what I had (nothing), and since I love to type and play games on the computer itself and not just a tablet, it was a LOT better than nothing. It definitely took some getting used to, not having access to certain things that I was used to on a Windows laptop, and it being like my android phone with a much bigger screen, but I definitely got used to it. Was able to type and write again, and I was finally able to play the Harry Potter game again (my phone at the time was NOT compatible with it!) . Silly I know, but I definitely got used to it. I had an idiot moment and spilled something and now the screen is blurry... but the laptop itself still works and I got used to the screen. (Just wish the entire thing was foggy instead of most of it. But it still works.) I recently upgraded to another one with a touch screen and just a bit more storage. I don't need anything fancy, and I'm kind of hooked. It's nice to know that all my documents from the other one just automatically transferred and are available with this one , including the important upgraded resume.
Absolutely fantastic. Thanks for this great introduction to Chromebook. I've loved them, but not yet committed to using them fully and want to shift more to it simply because it is a simple, reliable, tool. This has helped me to consider taking 'chromebooking' to that next level.
That’s great, thanks so much for letting me know and I’m glad it was helpful!
watching this on my HP Chromebook 14, bought way back in 2014. It still works great.
Same, although at times I wish that it ran Android apps like the newer ones do... >_> The only issue I have had with it is if your keyboard is not mounted properly the flex of the plastic will cause the 8, i, and k keys to go out.
@@wh0_am_152 Nice; you could probably fix the keyboard by opening up the base with a spudger and realigning keyboard. I don't really miss any Android apps on the Desktop. Also, smartphones for the most part are consumption devices, and offer low privacy. If you use a script like crouton, you have access to a full version of Linux and you can do almost everything that you can do with a normal Desktop. Space limitations can be overcome by attaching an external drive and running an OS off it.
@@adroitspartan7907 At this point it would just be better to replace the keyboard due to PCB flex, and I do have Crouton loaded on my device but as I have the Tegra K model most programs are incompatible due to the ARM CPU at the core of the SOC.
@@wh0_am_152 - Ah, the Tegra K i wanted to get my hands on one of those at the time. Hopefully, you can get a replacement for the keyboard that makes economic sense, or just get an external one if mobility isn't priority. Could you elaborate on which programs(32/64 bit?) were incompatible, graphics and video-editing? The ARM ecosystem has come a long way since.
wait... i double checked the end of life list, did your HP chromebook 14 stop working after they stopped updating it? im assuming your chromebook is the oldest HP chromebook 14 listed.
i still have 5 years left on the 2018 lenovo 100e i just bought.
Google Stadia will hopefully expand the gaming capability of Chromebooks and make it a more compelling choice for those of us who like to play more demanding games on our laptops.
I went from pc/Acer 17 ‘ laptop to iMac/iPad to Chromebook C330.. I am sold ! I am an instructor, self employed, and I love my new friend !
Hey dude, finally started seeing notifications again. Glad to see others talking about chrome books. These are really cool machines. Love the ease of connection and use. On some days I use it more than my MacBook Pro. Great video dude.
Thanks man!
Yeah, I was really surprised by how much I could do with it, I'm absolutely loving this thing!
Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it!
imagine using another browser instead of google in chromebook
you actually can which is weird cuz why buy one if you dont like google
You can use firefox but its laggy
I think Brave may also work.
Or switch to a different browser to search 🔎 with inside the browser. I used duck duck go n it's ok. The searches aren't as good result wise but the privacy is better.
We are a Linux, non Microsoft family. I didn't know much about Chromebooks but decided to purchase one for my wife to replace her aging Ubuntu-based laptop. Purchased an Acer Chromebook 715 - wow am I blown away about this machine, and my previous impression about Chromebooks was entirely wrong. I like what I am seeing. Had to spend some time learning Chromebook protocols and nuances. Its been a major paradigm shift for me.
Good for you man!
I wish more people would actually try them rather than making their assumptions based on outdated or inaccurate information!
I love the fact that you tried it and kept an open mind!
They're not for everyone but they're so much more capable than a lot of people give them credit for!
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I'm got an unloved second hand chromebook and just getting into the ChromeOS experience but loving it so far! Great video! :)
Thanks so much and I'm glad you're enjoying your machine!
Me too, trying to figure out what jack is for what.
you also get free 100GB good drive when you purchase a chromebook.
You sure do! 😁
don't tell half the story. it is time limited
I get unlimited from school 😂
For 2 years, yes. I found Drive so convenient, I ended up signing up for the $2.99/mo 200GB plan when mine expired. Worth it to me!
erzascralet48 why u need so much space brah
There is now sound and gpu integration with Linux apps. Linux is within a virtual machine so it can be glitchy, but it does work. Hopefully Linux integration will become stable soon.
My dear mom is a Luddite when it comes to technology...
She had on old laptop from 2006 running Vista ( oy vey )
I upgraded the laptop to Windows 7 sometime ago (Puts on Pirate Patch)...anyways over the years it has been running slow as molasses...
I live a fair distance from her now so I can't physically help with any issues that crop up...
I recently purchased an HP Chromebook for her as a gift...
So far so good...she doesn't find it complicated, she likes the speed, and she is able to get the basics done like banking, facebook, email etc..
Another plus is the long battery life...
I could have taken an old laptop and installed a linux distro....but the battery would probably be useless...plus there would be a learning curve for her...
In my case, a Chromebook fit the bill...
Thanks for sharing your story.. this is the perfect scenario for a Chromebook!
I feel bad for your mom vista is very disgusting
I got a user refurbished to see if I would like a Chromebook. I do even though the one I got has damage from previous user. It actually works so well even though I have to have a usb mouse cause the mouse gesture pad doesn't work right. It found my phone and my desktop computer and connected right up via blue tooth. as well as my blue tooth head phones. and a few other things I tried. So cool love it and it is very awesome. Mine is not the kind that will ever have google play store on it but I am cool with that.
Literally been thinking of picking one up. Thanks for this!
No problem man!
Thanks for stopping by and hope you found it useful!
Don't do it!
@@DigESource Why?
I’m almost tempted to buy a Chromebook after watching this video. During my time, I’ve used windows 98, XP, Vista and 7. Hated 10. Also used Mac OS and Amiga Workbench 1.3, 3.1, 3.5 and lastly Linux.
Amiga A1200 don’t it’s terrible can’t do anything with a chrome book
@@jrzarate713 why? Iam googling/youtubeing shit 95% of the time. In chrome. And usually on my phone, on the couch. I like the idea of having a flip 2in1 chromebook. My current gaming laptop is too clunky to use on the couch, 3 hours of battery life also yikes. I dont even game anymore, I dont even use special programs on my other pc. Maybe over 99% iam just on some website. These chromebooks nowadays look really functional. App store is a big plus. Really tempted to buy 1.
Incredibly informative, thank you. This is the quality content I look for from tech videos!
Thanks so much!
I really appreciate that feedback and I'm glad you found it useful!
I liked this video. I'm an old lady, who was a MS software tech/Systems OEM, who retired and watched everything I know go the way of the dinosaur. I have a Chromebook coming, delayed weeks by the COVID crunch, so I've been checking out Chromebook info online. Thanks for the insights.
Never had any issues with only having 32GB of storage. All my data either goes to Google Drive or My NAS.
Excellent!
Animal Facts - I agreed with you that 32Gb is quite enough. Heck, my 3 yr old Chromebook has only 16Gb and I've not had problems with running out of storage on that device. But then I got a Chromebook that supports the Linux/Crostini environment and I'm finding that more than 32Gb local storage is necessary to get very far with Linux, especially if you want to install multiple development environments, or the large LibreOffice, Java etc.
I've only got a few Terminal apps install on my machine as far as Linux stuff goes. Now, once they get Linux audio support going, I would like to use Audacity instead of an Android audio recorder, so I may start getting low. But, to be honest, the SSD on my Linux production machine is only 100GB, so I probably won't be too pressed for space as long as I keep data stored off the device.
I haven't tested SD card integration yet. Definitely an option if space starts to be a concern.
My school is giving these to my class next year
Rip
Yeah i got one from school too, i blew it up.
Rip
My chromebook friking has 10 gb of storage and it's my main and only pc.
Excellent
thats some dedication 😂
Tablet*
Same
Lol I have an 512GB SSD with windows and linux in it
SUPER COOL AND KIND GUY! I LOVE HOW ENTHUSIASTIC YOU ARE!
super cool AND kind guy!!!! Legend speaks
One word after watching this video: Subscribed.
I never cared much for ChromeOs, but this video changes things.
Yeah, they are definitely much more capable than they appear on the surface.
@@Eevnos If I wasn't looking for a workstation to do graphic design work, ChromeOs seems perfect for casual, to light productivity work.
My nephew is entering high school, this would be perfect for him as he is already familiar with the Google suite. He is also familiar with some android apps to do illustration and video editing.
Thanks for the video, was struggling to find a laptop and now I know what I need is a Chromebook, you made me save a lot of money here. thanks. =)
You're welcome!
I'm glad the video helped you!
Well done! I've been running my business off various Chromebooks for years, and couldn't agree with you more.
That's great, thanks so much!
Linux audio support is coming in Chrome 74 around May.
I LOVED YOUR INTRO ,, No click here, punch there, don't forget, energy humbleness and great info.
mickavellian Thanks so much, I really appreciate the feedback!
Dammit I just need a cheap thing to write up letters and emails. 🤦🏾♂️
B E You could just get one of the cheap or older Chromebooks then. They may not support native Linux apps or Android apps, but it sounds like you don’t need that.
If you have an old laptop, check out CloudReady OS Home Edition...
Based on Chromium OS...you get access to Chrome Web Store for applications...
Currently does not support Google Play Store/Android...
I installed on an old Sony Vaio from 2007...
It works surprisingly and extremely well...the Home Edition is free...
Get a windows
Just use your phone then
Just use a phone
I love the clear loud communication
I'm glad you enjoyed it and thank you for watching!
Just turning on and off completes the update and you don't have to worry about virus protection. Mine has 32gb of storage I just use a 128gb slimfit flashdrive for extra storage.
I gotta say... That's a pretty good solution. The storage has been my main problem for getting a Chromebook, thanks for the tip 👍🏽
Thx, didn't know this exists....
Love seeing the past D&D searches you've got in the Play Store search history. A fellow D&D player. My man!
let them that throw 16 sided dice...unite!
I was thinking of getting a chromebook. Thanks for the help.
You're welcome, I'm glad you found it useful.
Simple and elegant explanation and production. Classy 🙏❤️
Very informative!! You deserve more views and subs man. Super in depth stuff here
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate that and glad you enjoyed it!
I've purchased about 8 Chromebooks over the last 8 years. 3 of them were for myself and the others were for my kids. I love my Chromebook, and am still on a 16 gb book. 6 of the 8 are still running and the two that aren't were sat on or dropped by my kids. Never a virus, never lost any data (it's in the cloud), and i can use apps on my Android that mirror what i do on the Chromebook.
Great video. Very informative. I've been looking for a video on chromeOS and all of its capabilities and your video covers everything I wanted to know. Keep up the great work.
Excellent, I'm really glad you found it useful and thank you for the comment!
Also do note for $20 you can get a 128GB micro SD card (or for $40 a 256GB one) and then storage will not be an issue, do note if you plan to put your chromebook in dev mode with headphones, as soon as you see that white screen, rip your headphones off ASAP, as otherwise it will blast 2 beeps at full speaker volume directly into your ears.
Suits my needs perfectly, very capable machine though for a Chromebook, but the fact you can use android apps now is also a massive bonus. Using it as my main computer.
Nice Steve!!! No wonder it took you so long to finish this video, is like three videos in one!! All good info and great Broll! 😎👍.. I learned a lot about chromebooks that I did not know
Thanks man, I appreciate you checking it out and for the feedback!
I'm so surprised by this thing!
Great video and tips 🔥
VideoZeus Thanks for the feedback and I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Chromebooks are horrid and dissapointing. My chromebook had a Pentium N2400 and a touch screen. It's like an android tablet slightly below Samsung quality. It is limited like hell and the 32 gigabytes of space really limits your storage. I had to use an SD card and for some odd reason it wouldn't stay in. It's very limited without developer mode and even then that's still quite limited. Installing Linux is a death sentence on a computer due to the limited space and if you sacrafice enough space from anything else installing things on Linux is a pain on the chromebook. With Internet it's somewhat tolerable but without Internet it is horrible unless you enable dev mode. It has flash plug-ins built in which is appreciated. They advertise a long battery but when putting it in actual use (games, netlix, youtube, etc) it's battery drains fast. I've found that apps work about 80% of the time, sometimes Facebook usage on apps for logins don't work and some 3D games don't work. The 1080p resolution looks nice on the tablet-with-a-keyboard but feels almost as if it's limiting the device. The lack of a dedicated gpu makes it a bit confusing of a choice when playing 3D games but the integrated GPU is competent enough for getting 30fps on games like Minecraft and World of Warships. Netflix works fine and so does youtube and Spotify. Altough it works fine in dev mode a laptop from 2008 would still be better. Also I am not kidding, that acer one with the n2400? My Samsung note 4 is faster and I'm replacing that junk. My chromebook failed in 10 months after I buyed it because it stopped charging. When I got a new charger and it still didn't charge I tossed it into a corner and forgot about it. My warranty was voided because I attempted to install Windows on it. A few last things to say are that there are no icons/shortcuts and windows installations are impossible on some chromebooks (like my own.)
So, to conclude my statement is that the virus proof nonsense is a lie (I needed malwarebytes because I caught one on dev mode due to my behaviors), and never buy an expensive chromebook. Only buy cheap chromebooks and if you are considering a more expensive one, use that to buy yourself a real laptop. Thank you for listening friends and remember, don't make the mistake of buying one of these as I did.
With dissapointment, Ivan A. B.
Ivan Bracamonte Yeah, the older or low specs one can struggle with Android apps and do have the storage for Linux.
It sounds like you didn’t get the right machine to fit your needs.
The more recent / better spec’d Chromebooks are extremely capable.
It’s like any other computer, you need to get one with the hardware that will support what you want to do.
@@Eevnos Thank you for your attention and I would agree. This laptop is good for school goers but grown ones. Teenagers taking this to school would be more upset than I was. But grown people going to college or have a job that would benefit from the large screen and keyboard could make do with a cheap one. I am still a little bitter about the four cores and four gigs on it performing worse than I expected. Lastly this machine is good for something around 150-180. Once again, thank you for your response.
I catch your drift I bought a high end chromebook touch screen and all the works and it’s just trash
I’ve already used Chromebooks in my school (the HP ones with 4gb of storage) and I aldo have my own ASUS c214ma flip but since it only has 32gb of eMMc storage, I used that up pretty quickly, now I’m saving up for the Lenovo thinkpad Chromebook c14 and will definitely use it as my main desktop
Thanks very much for a brilliant explanation one of the best I have seen
Thanks so much, I really appreciate that and I'm glad you found it useful!
Great video, thanks for getting to the point quickly with very good info presented in a very easy watching way with no filler
Doug Lind thanks a lot! I’m glad you liked it and really appreciate the feedback!
I was trying to see what my 7 year old was talking about they use chrome books in her class
i really like your vibes, i feel like your honest and really trying to be helpful. thanks subscribed.
Thanks so much, I really appreciate that!
I put a lot of time, into testing things for my videos, to make sure that the information I give is as accurate as possible.. so I'm glad that's coming across.
Great video. I'm about to buy one and I need to know as much as possible.
Excellent, I'm glad you found it useful!
I use WPS office on Chrome OS and it is great, fast, compatible with MS Office. Very happy using Chromebook for general work, Word, Sheet, Slide.
Such an excellent, informed & non-bias review - Nicely done, sir!
Really great video. In terms of it's simplicity, it's exactly what I need to do certain tasks online and not have a heavy laptop to carry around. Will probably pick one up tomorrow.
Excellent!
Thanks for the comment and feedback, I appreciate it!
Let me know how it goes with your purchase!
DecrepitThoughts: Update?
Why not a tablet?
We use these at school but i’m still a windows person
Deerhunter360 same I honestly hate it along with google docs and the rest. We had thinkpads (windows) at my old school. but at my new school we got chromebooks and i have never had a computer have so many problems before until now.
Orangienblue same now there's bugs where our Chromebooks would block random websites for a unknown reason and it's been over a year since we had these Chromebooks
You don't use windows. Windows uses you.
Manuel Vera u trying to make a Soviet Russian joke
I hate windows. Windows hasnt worked great since 95
I have one small detail to add about running native android apps.
Some of apps actually DO have keyboard and mouse control, beyond what you would expect.
I’d even say some apps run better.
I used to use my phone as a drum machine,
I tried running the same app on my chromebook, and it actually gave me more control with a mouse.
It turned the app from a cheesey touchscreen thing, to something id actually rank on par with the free version of virtualDJ on windows.... not the best quality program for the job, but it works.
And it got better without touch control lol
I can navigate menus and all that, its great.
Some apps go above and beyond, and turn into things you’d usually have to download off a sketchy website on another OS for equivalent.
Very user friendly, for the most part.
Thats not a small detail :)
For those wondering which app,
Its called G-Stomper Rhythm.
Saves the beat files individually from the app so theres no “you deleted the app so the files cant run anymore” nonsense.
Shits real easy to work with for loops to throw together sequences.
Great information. Like the info on Android and Linux. Looking for a Chromebook myself and will use your Dell as a baseline...Thanks
You're welcome, thank you for checking it out and commenting!
This is the best explanatory video about Chrome OS, thanks friend and Brazilian greetings to you !!
Thanks so much, I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Greetings back from the USA. 😉
Im watching this cause i just got a laptop from my school and its a chromebook wanna see what its like
Nice video man, I just discovered chromebooks and fell in love
Thanks a lot for commenting, I'm loving mine!
at first I thought Chromebook is a joke until my Macbook was stolen I decided to try Chromebook and it looks cool to use. I bought Acer Chromebook 15
Yeah, that was the same with me and probably most people as well.
They look like a pointless joke until you actually use them and realize how capable they are. 😉
I have my Alienware top of the range computer for serious number crunching (not for gaming) and I have my Chromebook for the everyday work when I need a good keyboard or if I want to surf the net in combination with Chromecast on the 8K Panasonic big TV. Chromebooks are fantastic, easy to handle, power-efficient and always ready when you are ready. Great invention,, Google, and an excellent explanation of how it all works by Eevnos. Thanks for the production.
Just imagine if you kept that start going hahaha
Haha... That'd be some Twilight Zone level stuff! 😂
Thanks for checking it out man!
@@Eevnos right! and i would love it hahahahahaha,and np!
Thank you for quick concise review!! No bull crap.
You’re very welcome!
Thanks for the feedback!
That changes my views about chromebooks.
Rachit Khandelwal Excellent!
I love my Chromebook. It's my second. The only deal-breaker for me is using My Fujitsu ScanSnap S1500 scanner and Evernote. The scanner and Evernote both require a PC or Mac. Yes, I can access Evernote on my Chromebook via the web client, but the web client is basically crippleware compared with The Desktop client. I keep a Windows desktop primarily for those two things, and use my Chromebook for everything else. Great video!
Great Video. Please make a Linux video for Chromebooks. I have enabled it on my Chromebook but not sure what to do next. There are very few You Tube Videos on this topic. You would be Instant Success
Thanks for the suggestion!
I already have a video of how to install Linux apps with the native support here: th-cam.com/video/obwMeK_jNmA/w-d-xo.html
I'm also working on another one on how to install a full Linux distro with Crouton.
Do you know if Samsung Pro can load Crouton? I’d be interested in learning Linux.
I made the switch almost 2 years ago from Windows to Chrome OS, and my only regret is that I did not make the switch sooner. All of the things that made Windows a pain to deal with are completely non-existent with Chrome OS. There is no need for anti-virus software, no more tedious virus and spyware scans, no more disk defragmentation, no more inexplicable crashes, all of these things are a thing of the past. It is said by many that while Chrome OS has made great strides, it is still not as capable an operating system as Windows and Mac. I disagree. Not only is Chrome OS just as good as Windows and Mac, I feel that it has actually surpassed them as the best operating system on the market.
I own the I5, 128GB Pixelbook and the Acer Chromebook 15 Spin.
Hey! I ordered the Acer spin 15 Chromebook. Is it really good?
@@remingtonmateo8156 Yes I love it. How do you like yours?
@@jtstevenson81 I am really loving it I dont even miss windows
@@remingtonmateo8156 Awesome! Yes Chrome OS is so much better than Windows!
Hello; I'm considering moving from my dell inspiron win 7 laptop to a chromebook.
Can you please advise on battery life?
You are welcome. It is true. They do work pretty good.
If you can use linux apps, why not install Steam or even Wine for gaming?
REDKYTEN then you will lose all of your data
@@firegaming6102 what are you talking about.
REDKYTEN With the built in Linux support, there is currently no GPU acceleration so games won’t work.
You can put the machine in Developer Mode and install Linux with Crouton, then install Steam that way and it works fine.
@@Eevnos Oh alright, thanks for the response!
@@redkyten I have Steam on my Acer Chromebook spin 13
my school gave us a chrome book. (in high school). it was is really good. it even came with a stylus in the inside of it. Its one of the chromebooks that are better for students I guess. I really like it
Dude, you got a Dell!
Haha! 😂
Eevnos I always knew you could hack a chrome book to install Linux and now run Android apps, but the one thing I learned from your video you can run these side by side now. That's pretty trippy. I personally own Latitude e7400 ultrabooks, they tend to run Mint Linux very well. But now you got me rethinking Chrome. But, no way in heck would I go with a sub $150 plastic device. Like you, I would need a little more storage then that. I like your port layout and port selection. I have the new Dell thunderbolt dock. Sure it won't do thunderbolt but I am curious if it would still do video out and such? Ah, geek toys. I just wouldn't like the glare being a business notebook snob lol.
R.a. Wheeler I just got the Acer 11.6 spin 2 in 1 this past Black Friday and can wait to use it for digital drawing cuhz
I'm getting the Acer 314 spin Chromebook 2/1 8gb ram 128gb storage 6000 intel celron processor. Ordered it the other day. Can't wait.
Love my Acer Chromebook 15
I am shopping for a laptop and your video has been the most helpful!
That's great, thanks so much for letting me know!
Good luck on your search! 😁
Excellent video! I just purchased my first Chromebook and after watching your video, i'm glad I did ! THANK YOU!
You're welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I actually love my chromebook, yes it cant do everything like other platforms but it's still a great thing to use
My 17" Dell is collecting dust. I use my Chromebook almost exclusively
I may wanna go out and get one of these. Never was interested in chromebooks til now. Thanks
Thanks for checking it out man, I'm really loving this one!
I never looked back, i bought a cheap 270 dollar one and havnt looked back
You should get a Chromebook. www.drshannondoak.com/chrome-can/
Me too
Just found your vid. Thank you. So many questions answered. Especially about the edit/media stuff.
If running Linux and Chrome OS, would this be considered double boot? Also can this run Kali and Mint?
No
Excellent video. I'm thinking of getting one for school and work at home.
Eric Swanson Thanks a lot, I hope my video helped in your decision!
all i want for next christmas is one of these lol
This actually was a good video so I went ahead and like and subscribed. Good Job Sir.
No one complains phones only have 32GB storage and Chromebooks are more like phones than traditional PCs. You just don't need all that space. You don't need 128GB on a Chromebook if it's got an sd slot. Save your money.
I disagree with the phone comment, that may have been true 4-5 years ago, but not today with the size of some apps and recorded media / photos 32GB is pretty limiting.
As for the storage on Chromebooks, It's not safe to generalize like that as it depends how you use it.
If you're using it in its most basic form, cloud storage and ChromOS apps, then 32GB is enough, its when you start installing Android and Linux apps that you find its not enough.
Can my 1TB hard drive be compatible with the Chromebook if I want to save my stuff aside from the gadget?
Hey man sorry for not watching nost if your videos and it's nice to see you grow from 20 subs to 7k
Live happy😁
It's all good man, I really appreciate you stopping by and commenting!
Is it possible to get a chromebook for programming, specifically using apps like Visual Studio Code and Android Studio?
Yes. Programming is actually better on chrome os than windows, because chrome os is linux, which means it can install ide's and use linux libraries.
Am also thinking if it is good for programming
Get an external harddrive with 2t for less than a hundred bucks. Make it the default for downloading mp3, mp4 and jpg.
Chromebooks are definitely about the experience. I have a windows machine, a linux machine, and my chromebook, but I always find myself using my chromebook for easy tasks and relaxing. That said, they are definitely supplementary devices especially if you game (same with Linux). But yes they still can do a lot of things. I'd say a lot of people could run one as a main device including myself.
Very well said, I 100% agree with this.
Thanks for the great comment!
@@Eevnos Actually Chromebooks arent bad for gaming either.....If you have a touchscreen chromebook. Remember all of the games for Android, work way better on a Chromebook. My Acer Chromebook Spin 13 is my new game console. And you can load Steam if your Chromebook has Linux apps. (or download Linux on your Chromebook as a duel boot, if it doesnt have linux apps.