Samsung has recently released a new premium Chromebook, the $700 Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, which is the thinnest and lightest Chromebook Plus ever, featuring a 15.6-inch OLED display, Intel Core 3 100U processor, 8GB of memory, and 256GB UFS storage. Key features include a new keyboard layout that replaces the Launcher key with a Quick Insert key, allowing users to access context-appropriate options. The inclusion of HDMI out, 3.5mm audio jack, USB-C, and USB-A ports make it a versatile device. The decision to go with a 16:9 display has received mixed reviews, as other display ratios may be more suited for productivity.
The updated Lenovo Duet Chromebook is a pen-enabled tablet with a detachable keyboard, priced at $350, making it one of the most popular Chromebooks in the market. With a 2K-resolution 11-inch touchscreen and a new MediaTek SoC paired with up to 8GB of memory, this device offers versatility and performance. The addition of a spillproof chassis and a redesigned rear cover that enables horizontal and vertical stands enhances its usability. The Duet works with any USI 2.0 pen and comes with improved AI features such as Help Me Read, Live Translate, and Live Transcribe.
ChromeOS has introduced new AI-powered features such as Help Me Read, Live Translate, and Live Transcribe. Help Me Read uses Gemini AI to summarize written content and allows for natural language follow-up questions. Live Translate generates Google AI-translated captions for audio and video at the OS level, enabling real-time translations across various platforms. The Recorder app with live transcription records conversations and transcribes them on the fly, providing a convenient tool for note-taking and documentation. The integration of Focus mode with Google Tasks and other productivity tools enhances the overall user experience.
The new keyboard layout on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, featuring a Quick Insert key and a relocated Launcher key, provides users with quick access to relevant options based on the context within applications. The improved Lenovo Duet Chromebook, with its 2K-resolution touchscreen and redesigned rear cover, offers enhanced portability and versatility for entertainment, note-taking, drawing, and productivity tasks. ChromeOS’s new AI-powered features, including Help Me Read, Live Translate, and Live Transcribe, add value to the user experience by providing efficient tools for content consumption and communication. The upcoming OS updates and new devices are expected to be available later this month, offering users enhanced functionality and performance.
