Review: HP Chromebook 14

By Nick Mediati

Introduction and design

I used to be something of a Chromebook skeptic.

Sure, Chrome OS is a novel idea, I thought – a simple, streamlined operating system focused on getting you online as quickly and easily as possible – but it wasn’t for me. Why would I want to live my digital life entirely in a browser, relying solely on web apps to get work done?

It seemed like the digital equivalent of living out of a suitcase. Sure, you do it when you have to, but it isn’t ideal for everyday use. If you think in the same way, the HP Chromebook 14 ($199 US, about £229, AU$499) may not be your dream machine.

But if you just want a device to check email and surf the web, it’s fast enough for most tasks. Its 14-inch screen is bright and crisp, and its trackpad and keyboard are excellent. The Chromebook isn’t flawless, but it’s a solid all-around machine that might make you forget that you’re leaving anything behind.

Design

HP’s Chromebook isn’t exactly a high-end PC, but it’s a slick, streamlined piece of kit nonetheless. The tapered enclosure measures 0.7 inches (about 18mm) thick at its thickest …read more

Source:: techradar.com – PC and Mac