Review: Acer Chromebox CXI

Review: Acer Chromebox CXI

By Kevin Lee

Review: Acer Chromebox CXI

Introduction and design

Chrome OS has revolutionized the way we look at “inexpensive” and “capable” in the computing world. After producing some truly long lasting laptops, including the Acer Chromebook 13, the Taiwanese electronics maker has turned its attention to desktops with the Chromebox CXI.

No bigger than most wireless routers, the Chromebox CXI brings Google’s cloud-based OS to desktops. Of course, small family computers aren’t a novel concept. Mini-ITX systems equipped with only a bare minimum of components have long existed. Similarly Intel has also introduced its own line of compact computers with the NUC and then there’s also the all-in-one LG Chromebase.

Starting at $179 (£178, about AU$230), the Acer Chromebox CXI is a wonderfully affordable way of turning any monitor or HDTV into a capable computer.

Design

The Acer Chromebox CXI looks best standing up and, for a simple plastic box, it’s quite attractive. The exterior of the unit is adorned with a diamond-like engraved texture that’s a refreshing change to the usual slab of matte plastic on most Chrome OS devices.

Acer Chromebox CXI review

The miniature computer is also about the size of a small paperback book. The unit’s small footprint makes it easy to place …read more

Source: techradar.com – PC and Mac

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