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These laptops are all under $500 for back-to-school

A great laptop for school doesn't have to cost a fortune. We've rounded up these great laptops for under $500 right now.
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Why Chromebooks are still the go-to student laptop after a year of remote school

After a year of remote learning, Chromebooks are still a top choice for students over WIndows laptops and there are many reasons why.
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The HP Chromebook x2 11 is a premium 2-in-1 run by a Qualcomm Snapdragon chip

HP just announced its next release, the x2 11 Chromebook.
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Walmart Back to School Sale 2021: Save big on tech and essentials

The Walmart Back to School Sale is here and there are great discounts on the Apple Watch Series 6, 4K TVs, Chromebooks, and more.
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Asus Chromebook Flip CM3 review: The ultimate student Chromebook?

The Asus Chromebook Flip CM3 is slower than you'd like, but it lasts a long time on a charge and comes at a bargain-basement price.
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Asus Chromebook Flip C536 review: Flawed, but the price wins out

The Asus Chromebook Flip C536 has its flaws, but its strengths and its low price make up for them.
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Samsung’s sleek Galaxy Chromebook Go is now available for $300

Samsung's sleek and light 14-inch Galaxy Chromebook Go is now available for purchase at the affordable price of $300, and even cheaper with trade-in.
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Acer Chromebook Spin 713 2021 review: A supremely fast Chromebook

The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is a fast and long-lasting Chrome OS 2-in-1 that's well worth consideration.
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Staples 4th of July Sale 2021: The best deals to shop today

Take a break from fun with friends and family and check out these crazy 4th of July sales available at Staples today.
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Lenovo’s stylish new Chromebook has a dual-tone design and LED light bar

Lenovo's 5i-14 Chromebook and Lenovo Flex 5i-13 Chromebook sport a striking design that make them stand out from the crowd of Chromebooks.
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Chrome OS was born 10 years ago. Here are the highlights in its rise to power

In 10 years, Chrome OS evolved from a browser-based operating system to something much bigger, and it has made a lot of noise in the computing world.
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These new Asus Chromebooks start at just $230 — but don’t look half bad

Asus' brand-new Chromebook CX1 series is designed to enhance productivity on the go. They start as low as $230.
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Which Chromebook should you buy on Prime Day?

In the market for a Chromebook once Prime Day deals kick off? We'll show you what to look for when you begin shopping for a new Chrome powered laptop.
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Which laptop should you buy on Prime Day?

Prime Day is nearly upon us, and laptops will always be hot sellers. But which should you buy? Don't make one of these obvious mistakes.
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Your Chromebook will soon be able to control and mirror your Android phone

A code teardown suggests that Google may be replicating Microsoft's Your Phone app and Samsung's DeX for PC for Android phone owners who use Chromebooks.
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Acer launches the first 17-inch Chromebook, and it’s just $380

Acer is taking Google's Chromebooks to new places with the launch of the world's first 17-inch Chromebook model, the Acer Chromebook 317.
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Asus is reportedly making the world’s first 17-inch Chromebook

If you've ever dreamed of a larger Chromebook, those wishes may be coming true. Asus is reportedly working on a 17-inch Chrome OS laptop.
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HP’s sleek enterprise Chromebook gets Intel 11th-gen upgrade

HP is refreshing its 14-inch enterprise Chromebook with Intel's latest 11th Gen silicon. And with Parallels Desktop support, it can even run Win32 apps!
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Chromebooks at Google I/O 2021: Everything new that’s been announced

There's a lot to be excited about for the future of Chromebooks. Here's everything new in the world of Chromebooks coming out of Google I/O 2021.
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Google is working with its partners on official docking stations for Chromebooks

Google is working with its partners on a new official docking station category for the Works with Chromebook program
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7 things you didn’t know your Chromebook could do

From checking your Chromebook performance to running Windows through Chrome Remote Desktop, here are seven things you didn't know you could do with Chromebooks.
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HP’s Chromebook convertible gets major upgrade with 11th-gen Intel processors

HP's premium convertible Chromebook x360 14c just got a big upgrade under the hood, thanks to Intel's 11th Gen processors. Configurations start at $649.
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HP Elite C1030 Chromebook review: Secure, manageable, and really expensive

The HP Elite C1030 Chromebook is one of the most secure and manageable Chrome OS laptops you can buy.
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What is a Chromebook, and should you buy one?

If you're wondering, "What is a Chromebook?" here's all you need to know about what powers the device, its ecosystem, and if it's the right choice for you.
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Windows 10 is at a standstill. Here’s what it needs to learn from Chromebooks

With Chrome OS recently surpassing MacOS as the second-most-used operating system in world, there are a lot of lessons to be learned by Microsoft.
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The best laptops under $300 to buy in 2021

Looking for a good cheap laptop under $300? We've gathered our top picks for 2021, including Chromebooks and 2-in-1 convertible laptops.
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These are the most common Pixelbook problems, and how to fix them

Having Pixelbook problems? Can't access the Play Store or Google Assistant? Look no further. These are the most common Pixelbook problems, and how to fix them.
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The lightest laptops you can buy

Looking for the lightest laptops available? We rounded up the best you can find from Acer, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, and more that start at a mere 1.92 pounds.
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How to zip and unzip files on a Chromebook

Don't how to create or unpack a ZIP file using a Chromebook? Here are easy instructions that don't require third-party software, along with two alternatives.
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How to run ChromeOS in VirtualBox

Curious about ChromeOS, but not ready to buy a Chromebook? Here's how you can get Google's operating system running in a virtual machine on Windows PCs.
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The best Chromebook tips and tricks

Chromebooks are less web-ish thanks to Android, but there's still a learning curve coming from Windows and MacOS. Here are the best Chromebook tips and tricks.
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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 review: Less fun for a better price

The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 dials back the high-end features for a more affordable price. Was the compromise too much?
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Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook review: Taking Chrome to work

The ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook Enterprise is a solid alternative for large business looking for security and manageability.
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Pixelbook Go vs. Pixelbook: How Google’s two Chromebooks compare

As the Pixelbook rides off into the sunset, Google's Pixelbook Go serves as its current champion. Which one is right for you? We take a look in this comparison.