Standing screen display size | 11.6 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
Max Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 Pixels |
Processor | 2.16 GHz celeron |
RAM | 2 GB DDR3L SDRAM |
Memory Speed | 2.16 GHz |
Hard Drive | 16 GB SSD |
Graphics Coprocessor | Intel HD Graphics |
Chipset Brand | Intel |
Card Description | Integrated |
Graphics Card Ram Size | 100 GB |
Wireless Type | 802.11ac |
Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
Average Battery Life (in hours) | 8.5 Hours |
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Brand | acer |
Model Name | CB3-111 |
Screen Size | 11.6 Inches |
Color | Moonstone White |
Hard Disk Size | 16 GB |
CPU Model | Celeron |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 16 GB |
Operating System | Chrome OS |
Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
Graphics Coprocessor | Intel HD Graphics |
About this item
- Intel Celeron 2.16 GHz Processor
- 2 GB DDR3L SDRAM
- Can open/edit MS Office files using free embedded QuickOffice editor or Google Docs, and can download Microsoft Office Online (an online version of Microsoft Office) for free. Cannot install standard MS Office software.
- 16 GB Solid-State Drive (SSD); No CD or DVD drive
- 11.6 inch, 1366 x 768 pixels, LED-lit Screen
- Chrome Operating System; Moonstone White
- Please refer the User Manual before use.
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Screen quality | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 3.9 |
Touch Screen | 3.4 | 2.6 | 4.0 | 3.1 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
Battery life | 4.7 | — | 4.3 | 3.8 | — | 4.1 |
For gaming | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.7 | — | 4.6 | — |
Value for money | — | — | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.2 | — |
Sold By | Computer Upgrade Express | 5G Sales | Direct Distributor | SuperOfficeDeals (One Day Shipping Available) | BuyTek | Tech Source Pros |
display size | 11.6 inches | 11.6 inches | 11.6 inches | — | 15 inches | 14 inches |
hard disk size | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB |
computer memory size | 2 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
cpu manufacturer | Intel | Intel | Intel | AMD | Intel | Intel |
cpu speed | 2.16 GHz | 1.1 GHz | 2.4 GHz | — | 2.6 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
cpu model number | Celeron N2830 | DE10239M1 | N4020 | 9120C | Intel | Pentium Silver N6000 |
Product Description
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Acer CB3-111-C670 Chromebook comes with these high level specs: Intel Celeron N2830 Dual-Core Processor 2.16GHz with Intel Burst Technology up to 2.41GHz, Google Chrome Operating System, 11.6" HD Anti-Glare Widescreen LED-backlit Display, Intel HD Graphics, 2048MB DDR3L SDRAM Memory, 16GB Internal Storage, Secure Digital (SD) card reader, 802.11AC WiFi featuring MIMO technology (Dual-Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 4.0, Built-In HD Webcam, 1 - USB 3.0 Port, 1-USB 2.0 Port, 1 - HDMI Port, 3-Cell Li-Polymer Battery (3220 mAh), Up to 8.5-hours Battery Life, 2.43 lbs. | 1.1 kg (system unit only)
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Brand | acer |
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Series | CB3-111 |
Item model number | CB3-111-C670 |
Hardware Platform | Laptops |
Operating System | Chrome OS |
Item Weight | 2.43 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 11.77 x 7.95 x 0.73 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 11.77 x 7.95 x 0.73 inches |
Color | Moonstone White |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 2 |
Computer Memory Type | DDR3 SDRAM |
Flash Memory Size | 16 |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
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ASIN | B00MMLV7VQ |
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Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #44,744 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #8,182 in Traditional Laptop Computers |
Date First Available | October 5, 2014 |
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Acer Chromebook CB3-111-C670 (11.6-inch HD, Intel Celeron, 2GB, 16GB)
The New Acer Chromebook
As the best value 11.6-inch Chromebook - the Acer Chromebook 11 has everything you need. The fast wireless connection keeps you closer than ever, no matter where life takes you. Long-lasting battery life gives you all day to run your favorite Google apps or access your photos, videos, music and documents. Acer Chromebook 11 makes life on-the-go easy.
- Intel Celeron N2830 Dual-Core Processor 2.16GHz with Intel Burst Technology up to 2.41GHz
- Google Chrome Operating System
- 11.6" HD Widescreen Anti-Glare LED-backlit Display (1366 x 768 resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio)
- 2048MB DDR3L SDRAM Memory
- 16GB Internal Storage
- Intel HD Graphics
- Two Built-in Speakers
- Secure Digital (SD) card reader
- 802.11ac WiFi featuring MIMO technology (Dual-Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz)
- Bluetooth 4.0
- 1 - USB 3.0 Port
- 1 - USB 2.0 Port
- 1 - HDMI port with HDCP Support
- 3-Cell Li-Polymer Battery (3220 mAh)
- Up to 8.5-hours Battery Life
Best Value Chromebook
Smart design, stylish color, and a long-lasting battery life make the Acer Chromebook 11 stand out from the crowd. Paired with an incredibly low price tag, the fast and smart Chromebook 11 delivers the best value on the market.
This third-generation Chromebook is one of the slimmest Chromebooks on the market. Its ultra-thin 11.6-inch frame makes it easy to slip into a purse, backpack or brief case and travel along with you. It’s equally comfortable at home or keeping up with everything you do everyday, even when you’re offline. The keyboard makes it more comfortable to type while the fanless design keeps it efficient and silent.
The 11.6-inch HD anti-glare display enables students and families to enjoy the Chromebook outside in sunlight for classwork, reading, playing games and more. Crisp resolution brings family closer during video chats, and the HD webcam presents you at your best, too. Want bigger? Extend your view to your big screen via the HDMI port.
Quick Connection
The Acer Chromebook 11 brings speed to another level. Up to 3x faster than the previous generation, its wireless 802.11ac connection offers improved coverage for distance and range. With the latest wireless and Bluetooth 4.0 technologies stay unplugged and stay connected — to the net, to wireless devices, and to the world.
A quick 10 second boot up and powered by an Intel Celeron processor, the Chromebook 11 delivers a great experience on the web. It can load content-rich webpages quickly and easily, provide crisp video playback, and enable you to multitask effortlessly by allowing multiple pages to run at the same time.
Chromebooks have multiple layers of security to keep you safe and worry free. Plus with automatic updates, the Chromebook downloads security and software upgrades so you don’t have to. No more updates to track.
All Day Productivity
With a long-lasting battery life, the Chromebook 11 keeps the full Chrome OS experience at your fingertips. Up to 8.5 hours of battery life helps you power through both work and play. With more battery life and mobility than competitors, you can extend your productivity and enjoy life on-the-go.
Included in its sleek design, I/O ports are included directly in the slim profile of the Acer Chromebook 11. The Chromebook comes with a USB 3.0 port to help you share and send data faster than ever and all files will automatically appear in Acer’s new Files app 'USB Drive' so data is always at your fingertips.
Store and access your photos, music, videos, documents and more from anywhere with Google Drive. It’s simple, and all your files are backed up automatically online, safely and securely. Plus enjoy 100 GB of free storage on Google Drive for two years.
Chromebooks come with popular Google apps built in: Search, Gmail, YouTube, and Hangouts. So you can work, play, and do whatever you want, right out of the box. Create documents, spreadsheets, presentations and drawings with apps like Google Docs, Zoho and SlideRocket. Enjoy full screen video chats with up to nine friends using Google+ Hangouts. Don't have WiFi access? Use the offline versions of Google apps when Wi-Fi isn’t available and your information will automatically sync when you’re back online.
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Customers like the quality, weight and value of the laptop. For example, they mention it's well-made, reliable and easy to carry. Some appreciate the speed and performance. They mention that it connects beautifully to all wifi locations, web browsing is mostly faster and that it functions surprisingly well for almost any web-based work.
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Customers like the quality of the Chromebook. They say it's well-made, reliable, and durable. They are also impresseded with the functionality and the solid keyboard and track pad. The WiFi receiver seems pretty strong, and the laptop doesn't feel cheap.
"...Yes, the shell is plastic- however it still seems sturdy enough. There is a quick start sheet inside the box that shows how to quickly set it up...." Read more
"...Pros: Very light, great screen, good comfortable keyboard. Fast boot times. Great battery life...." Read more
"...It doesn't feel flimsy and the screen/lid is solid enough that I haven't ever worried about it flexing and breaking...." Read more
"...The keyboard and track pad are solid here. They are responsive and the keyboard has a nice tactile feedback and depression with its keys...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the notebook computer. They say it's very inexpensive, lightweight, and worth the money spent. They also mention that the software is free and functional. Customers also appreciate the protection plan, which covers the laptop against accidental damage.
"...This protection plan was inexpensive and covers the laptop against damage from accidental drops or spills for 2 years...." Read more
"...Additionally, the price is so nice, I don't worry about having to ever replace my Chromebook, because if it was damaged by schoolchildren, I'd only..." Read more
"...Fast boot times. Great battery life. Extremely inexpensive, this machines normally retails for $200 and I bought mine when it was for sale for just $..." Read more
"...of this Acer 11, saw all the (mostly) positive reviews, and the very low price and decided to give it another shot...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the notebook. They say it's ultra portable, has a great screen, and is hassle free to carry in a backpack. Customers also mention that it'll fit in their backpack and is a quality-feeling device. They also describe it as compact and doesn't look bad.
"...Upon taking it out of the box I was stunned at how lightweight it is. Yes, the shell is plastic- however it still seems sturdy enough...." Read more
"...Now I can! It's also very lightweight, so I can easily bring it and all my books with me to class...." Read more
"...Pros: Very light, great screen, good comfortable keyboard. Fast boot times. Great battery life...." Read more
"...The keyboard is perfect. The keys have just the right amount of travel and sensitivity. Really, they feel almost identical to the Macbook Air keys...." Read more
Customers like the speed of the notebook computer. They say that it connects beautifully to all wifi locations, web browsing is mostly faster, and it boots up faster. They also say it's very responsive, streams fast with nice video quality, and shuts down in 5-6 seconds. Customers also mention that it starts up and wakes up super quickly, and has no problems working with it.
"...So, let's just say the processor is fast and since no programs are running in the background my grandmother can pull up her favorite websites..." Read more
"...make a nice clicky sound, are springy, and are nice and thin, for fast typing. I know that might sound weird, but I'm picky about my keyboards." Read more
"...I have had 6 tabs open in the browser and had no sense of the machine slowing down. UTUBE works well...." Read more
"...Its fast, fully functional, very light and portable, battery lasts longer than the manufacturer's estimated time, and is very easy to use...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the notebook computer. They say it starts up quickly, functions surprisingly well, and plays well with peripherals. They mention it works perfectly for surfing the internet and doing their email. They also say the WiFi works well for them, has no issues, and works well with documents. Customers also appreciate the offline function and the ability to re-sync files the moment they connect.
"...The reviews on this product are numerous and extremely helpful...." Read more
"...comfortably, and the individual keys make a nice clicky sound, are springy, and are nice and thin, for fast typing...." Read more
"...I am dragging this thing all around the house and the WIFI works well for me." Read more
"...Its fast, fully functional, very light and portable, battery lasts longer than the manufacturer's estimated time, and is very easy to use...." Read more
Customers find the notebook easy to use. They say it's easy to set up, intuitive, and simple. They also appreciate the plug-and-play functionality and the fast Chrome operating system. Customers say it makes it convenient to be able to pop open a new window. They mention that there is almost nothing to configure or install, making the transition from Mac to Chrome pretty easy. They appreciate the arrow keys shortcuts, so navigation is seamless, and that it'll not annoying to use at all.
"...Pros:-Setup is simple. If the senior is new to the laptop concept, there will be slight learning curve to using the touchpad vs using a mouse...." Read more
"...It is simple, just tap the trackpad with two fingers for a quick half second. The dialogue box will open with options as it does in Windows machines...." Read more
"...lasts longer than the manufacturer's estimated time, and is very easy to use...." Read more
"...After arriving, the set-up was a breeze, no more waiting to install updates or service packs and countless drivers...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the laptop. They mention that it has a great battery life, and can run almost as long as they can. Some appreciate the uninterruptable power supply and the lightweight design.
"...-Lightweight for arthritic hands to carry around-Exceptional battery life-Matte screen (anti-glare)..." Read more
"...It holds a charge for at least 2-3 days of active homework use and general internet fun for me. It starts up almost instantly when I open it!..." Read more
"...but the Chromebook was still running fine on its battery and lasted another hour plus...." Read more
"...That is a huge advantage.Battery life is excellent. Acer claims an 8.5 hour battery life...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the laptop. They mention it's sleek, has a good brightness, and has decent colors. Some appreciate the design and simplicity. Overall, customers find the product to be well-made and eye opening.
"...and the individual keys make a nice clicky sound, are springy, and are nice and thin, for fast typing...." Read more
"...I also like the screen it's pretty good and the viewing angles aren't terrible on it considering it's a TN panel...." Read more
"...The white color definitely adds a sense of style that the Acer c720 doesn't have. It's also thinner than the c720 and weighs less...." Read more
"...The display is how I expected, nice but still a little washed out looking on certain colors, blacks are definitely not too deep but it's not..." Read more
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Pros:
-Setup is simple. If the senior is new to the laptop concept, there will be slight learning curve to using the touchpad vs using a mouse. I told my grannie to try out the touchpad for 1 week to see if she could get used to it. I told her if she couldn't get used to it then I would buy her a mouse. Yes, you can connect a mouse to this Chromebook. (Within 1/2 hour she said she loves the touchpad and has no need for a mouse.)
-No need to worry about updates. No need to worry about anti-virus software. No annoying pop-ups regarding programs that are running in the background. No need to call your granddaughter at work because you got some strange pop up that states your computer can't do an update because the blah blah blah definitions are out of date.
-Straightforward, easy to use
-Lightweight for arthritic hands to carry around
-Exceptional battery life
-Matte screen (anti-glare)
-Screen has adjustable brightness
-Keys are black with white lettering, nice key feel with a slight clicking sound as you type
-Automatically connects to internet when you turn it on, remembers your settings
-If you don't power down, but instead just fold the screen down- it will go into sleep mode and keep up your user profile so you don't have to type in your credentials each time you open the screen up (unless you change this in the settings).
-Amazon offers a protection plan through a 3rd party. This protection plan was inexpensive and covers the laptop against damage from accidental drops or spills for 2 years. This gives peace of mind to the senior using the laptop.
-Depending on where your wireless router is inside your house/building, I found the range with this laptop to be quite impressive. My grandmother can sit outside on her screened in porch to browse the internet- something she is extremely excited about!
-Fast! Of course, this depends on your internet connection speed. So, let's just say the processor is fast and since no programs are running in the background my grandmother can pull up her favorite websites quickly.
-Finally, I cannot neglect to acknowledge the low price tag on this machine. It makes me seriously wonder why I felt the need to spend so much money on my MacBook Air for myself. I was wowed by how much my MacBook Air can do, but in reality, I only use about 10% of the features it affords. With the Apple iCloud, all my documents and pics are stored in a cloud- a Chromebook does the same thing. Since I mainly surf the internet, manage my photos, and occasionally edit a Word or Excel document, this Acer Chromebook would have fit my needs as well. And at about 10% of the cost!
CONS:
-The small screen size may be difficult for seniors who experience difficulty reading small print. A larger screen size may be more ideal for many seniors (My grannie miraculously has perfect eyesight, so this was not an issue for her).
- Some seniors have difficulty seeing white print on black keys. You may need to consider a keyboard with black print on white keys and a larger keypad in general
-Many seniors use laptops for more than just web browsing. A Chromebook may pose limitations on what they can do. Some people don't trust a cloud for storing documents and pictures.
Overall: My grandmother needed a simple and very easy to use laptop for web browsing, shopping online and checking Facebook. This Acer Chromebook was an ideal choice for her. Set-up was extremely easy. Grannie likes the small size, likes that she doesn't have pop-ups all over the place and likes that it is lightweight enough to carry around the house. If the senior in your life has limited vision, I'd still go for an Acer Chromebook-- just maybe get the 13.3" or 15.6". On Amazon all 3 options are offered at an incredible price!
Getting used to using the Chromebook had some hiccups. First, I recommend using Google Docs for writing because it has an offline mode. The Windows OneDrive and cloud version of Word works ok, but if your internet has any interruption, you can't keep typing. That's annoying. So use Google Docs, and don't worry about it! (But if you're working on a project with someone, and they use Word on a Windows laptop, you can collaborate with them no problem using the cloud version of Word.) Second, organizing my files confused me, until I realized that "Save As" is now "Move to folder.' Also, you can download a few files to your Chromebook, so if you need to upload an attachment to Blackboard, you can pretty easily. You'll use your Google Drive for much of your file storage. I did connect my OneDrive to my Chromebook, but it's through a third party app thing, and the connection always has to be redone, so I don't really rely on that, and I plan to move my OneDrive stuff to my Google drive soon.
The only thing that was really hard was setting up my Chromebook to print to my WiFi printer. Google cloud print is in beta, and in theory, it's awesome. When you're done setting it up, you could print to your home printer from anywhere, using your mobile device. However, Google your printer and how to set up cloud print, and give yourself some time to set it up. If you're in a rush, you should just plug your printer into your Chromebook.
Lastly, since many public schools are going Chromebook, I thought it was a good idea to get one myself. I'm working on getting my Master of Arts in Teaching to be an elementary/middle school teacher. Using one for my own schoolwork helps me be able to help students use their Chromebooks. Additionally, the price is so nice, I don't worry about having to ever replace my Chromebook, because if it was damaged by schoolchildren, I'd only be out about $160 (instead of $2000 for a Mac). I'm even thinking of getting one for my mom, since most of what she does online could be done on a Chromebook, too.
Oh, and one very last thing, the keyboard is really enjoyable to type on. The keys are spaced comfortably, and the individual keys make a nice clicky sound, are springy, and are nice and thin, for fast typing. I know that might sound weird, but I'm picky about my keyboards.
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そのうえで、わざわざ日本未発売のこちらを気にされる方へ書かせていただきます。
あまりにも国内の情報が少ないこちらの機種ですが、日本発売のACER C720よりも後に発売された機種です。
購入してからざっと触ってみましたが、結論から言いますと良い買い物をしました。
以下、簡単に列挙します。
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・軽い! 1.1キロです。現時点で国内発売されているChromebookに比べて150グラム以上の差です。たかが150グラムですが、ビジネス用途として考えた場合、持ち運ぶ際の労力はかなり異なります。いつものカバンに5インチ以上のスマホを突っ込んでみてください。それだけ違います。毎日の通勤となると、この微妙な差がボディーブローのように効いてきます。
・薄い! MacやVAIOの感動的な作りに比べたらチープですが、しっかり薄いし頑張っています。真っ白なボディは触るとスベスベしており、当然ながら指紋もつきません。
・速い! Chromebookならコレは求めたいですね。きっちり理解して用いれば、それはそれは快適な早さです。会社でCore i5のノートを支給されて使っておりますが、ことブラウザの動作についてはChromebookの圧勝です。動画もHD画質のものを平然と流すことができます。それどころか、その横でブラウジングをしても問題ありません。
・悪くないキーボード キーボードは好みに個人差が出るところなのですが、私は嫌いではありません。ノートパソコンっぽいストロークと打鍵感覚です。音は静かな部類です。
・静か 動作音は静かです。ファンががなり立てる状況にはなったことがありません。ファンあるのかな?(笑)
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・汚れやすい! 白いボディなので汚れやすいです。黒いスマホでこすってしまったら黒い線が残りました。でも消しゴムで消えます(笑)
・アダプターがそのままでは刺さらない! これは輸入品の宿命です。とはいえ500円程度のプラグをamazonでポチっとするだけです。このあたりは、同様に輸入されて使っている方のブログ等をご覧いただくとわかりやすいかと。
・液晶はC720と大差なし ……というか同一じゃないか?と思います。視野角は広くないし、色再現性も低いです。いわゆる値段なり液晶なので、そこが我慢できない方はHP製をお買い求めください。私は映り込みが嫌いなので、こちらのほうが好きですが。
・キーボードには慣れが必要 これはChromebook全体の話ですが、たとえばアットマークだとかアンダーバーを打とうとすると、最初は難儀します。私はUSキーボード設定で使っているため、ファンクションキーもショートカットの組み合わせが必要です。とはいえ、これはすぐ慣れる気がしています。
・C720等に比べると高い! ASUSも日本の個人向け販売を発表しましたが、それらに比べるとちょっと割高です。とはいえ、私はどうしても軽さと早さを両立させたかったので後悔はありません。HPやSAMSONのモデルならさらに軽いのですが、CPUの能力差はいかんともしがたいです。実際にSAMSONのモデルは触ったことがあるのですが、すべての動作が本機種より2テンポ程度もたつきます。
以上です。
※ 私が購入時に調べてもなかなか見られず難儀したので、キーボードレイアウトを添付しておきますね
人によっては気になるのが2Gというメモリ。メール、ブラウザ、YouTube、各種動画サービス視聴くらいなら全く問題ないですが、画像編集などをガリガリやりたい人は少し物足りなさを感じるかも知れません。現在Acerの11.6インチで英字キーボードを搭載したモデルはこの2Gのものしかないので、ここを気にする方は日本語キーボードのCB3-111-H14モデルを選択することになります。
11.6インチモデルの約1.1kgという重量は魅力です。13.3だと1.3kg程度になるのですが、サイズも相まってややずっしりと感じます。
画面がいただけないという意見がありますが、期待せずに見れば普通に綺麗です。質は初期型iPadくらいでしょうか。最新タブレットやノートPCの液晶をこの値段で求めるのは無理があります。HDMIポートにさせば自動でディスプレイに繋がるので動画などはそれで見てます。ファンレスで動作音がしないのがいい。連続使用でも熱はほんのりぬくい程度です。ディスプレイ接続はミラーリングモード(ドッキングモードという名前がついてますが)とマルチディスプレイモードが選べます。Chromebookはフタを閉じるとスリープモードへ自動で移行しますが、HDMIでつないでいるときは閉じてもスリープにはなりません。
バッテリーはカタログスペック8.5時間ですが、使い方によりますがおそらく8時間が限度。ネット視聴をしていても7時間程度は持つと思います。充電速度は速い。フル充電まで1.5時間程度。急な外出でバッテリーがない、という時でも10分も充電すれば1時間程度は使えるようになると思います。
弱点といわれる「ネットがないと何も出来ない」という意見ですが、Google DriveやGoogle Docsなど普通に使えます。ネットに繋がるまでは更新されませんが。ただこの点は他のPCでも全く同じ。ネット環境がないと出来ることが制限されるというのはChromebookに限った話ではありません。さらに今日のご時世ネット環境がないところでPCを使う機会もそうないと思いますのであまり気にすることはないかと。あと普通のプリンターは使えませんが(印刷にはネットプリンターが必要です)、コンビニのネットサービスで印刷することは可能です。
これはこのモデルに限ったことではありませんが、Chromebookですごく便利なのが検索キー。普通のキーボードで言えばCapsLockキーの位置にあります。何かを検索したいときはいちいちカーソルを検索バーに持っていくことなく検索できます。検索キーから「OKグーグル」の音声認識を使えば検索が捗ります。音声認識の精度は抜群で、複数のキーワードを言っても意図しない結果が出ることはほぼないです。
起動・シャットダウンは爆速。フタを閉じた状態から開くと自動的に起動(フタを開いたまま落とした時はキーボード右上の電源キーを押して起動)、約5秒程でログイン画面に。シャットダウンは約4秒。あまりの速さに毎回ニヤリとしてしまいます。たまにアップデートされている見たいですが(更新があるときは画面右下に再起動して更新して下さいという控えめなお知らせが出ます)、知らない内に終わってます。
つらつら書きましたが、用途を選べば最高のPCです。気になるときにサッと使えるという点が最大の魅力。毎日使い倒してます。Windows機の出番は減りました。満足です。
最後に、このモデルについては日本でのサポートが受けられないようです。その点だけご注意下さい。