Here's a blurb on their subscriptions for Chromebooks. http://www.maximumpc.com/article/news/google_sets_record_straight_chromebook_subscription_plans
--------------------------------------------- Todd Elliott <[email protected]> | Profile<http://www.google.com/profiles/thelliott> | Unique Geek <http://www.theuniquegeek.com/> On Thu, May 12, 2011 at 4:14 PM, Edward Crosby <[email protected]> wrote: > The damn video was more about the hardware than the OS. I wanted to see > more of Chrome OS. > > ---------------------------------------- > Have a Better One, > Edward Crosby > http://about.me/edwardcrosby > > > > On Thu, May 12, 2011 at 3:51 PM, cwpreston <[email protected]> wrote: > >> >> >> Sent to you by cwpreston via Google Reader: >> >> >> Samsung Series 5 Chrome OS laptop hands-on at Google I/O (update: >> video!)<http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/11/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on-at-google-i-o/> >> via Engadget <http://www.engadget.com> by Darren Murph on 5/11/11 >> >> >> <http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/11/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on-at-google-i-o/> >> We never >> had<http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/07/google-chrome-os-gets-detailed/>much >> doubt about what Samsung would be showcasing at tonight's finale event >> at Google I/O 2011 <http://engadget.com/all/googleio2011>, but now it's >> official -- the outfit's first-ever Chrome OS >> ultraportable<http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/11/stub-official-samsung-reveals-chrome-os-laptops/>is >> making its debut in San Francisco, and we've been fortunate enough to >> grab a bit of hands-on time. Slated to ship to consumers, businesses and >> educational institutions on June 15th, the 12.1-inch Series 5 is a >> strikingly svelte machine, and there's no doubt that holding a 0.79-inch rig >> gives us all kinds of chills. The company took a bit of time to play up its >> "Power Plus" battery technology, lasting up to 8.5 hours with "active use," >> or 5 hours of straight video. There's also a new hitch in the Verizon >> Wireless data deal -- 100MB will be tossed in each month on the 3G model, >> but contrary to what we'd heard earlier, that ends after two years (rather >> than lasting for the life of the product). >> >> The hardware feels tremendous -- stiff, solid and well appointed, much >> like Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 Limited >> Edition<http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/10/samsung-galaxy-tab-10-1-limited-edition-white-hands-on-from-go/>. >> It outclasses the other sub-$450 netbooks we've seen in both style and >> rigidity, and while we'll always have a special place in our heart for the >> CR-48<http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/09/google-cr-48-chrome-laptop-preview/>, >> it's pretty clear that this particular unit was in the oven for some while. >> We've hoping to spend some serious time with this guy in the middle of next >> month, but for now, here's what we can tell you -- the 1280 x 800 display is >> both crisp and sharp, with shockingly great viewing angles for a machine of >> this price. The keyboard's far from cramped, and if you've had your doubts >> on the 12.1-inch form factor, we're guessing one touch of this would have >> those running for cover. Oh, and the trackpad? One of the best we've felt in >> the PC universe, and one that we hope crops up elsewhere in the near future. >> It's right about on par with the one found on the CR-48 (post update), which >> is also stellar compared to most netbooks. >> >> Obviously, we aren't here long enough to test the ultra-longevous battery >> (said to be good for over 1,000 cycles -- perfect for education and business >> users who are apt to adopt it), but we'll be sure to do our best once we >> settle down with a production unit. We're told that it'll be available in >> Titan Silver or Arctic White, provide a chiclet style keyboard, a >> multi-gesture trackpad (which supports two-finger scrolling) and "instant" >> wake from sleep. >> >> *Update*: More impressions and video are after the break, and a >> head-to-head with a current-gen 11-inch MacBook Air is below! >> >> *Gallery: Samsung Series 5 Chrome OS laptop >> hands-on<http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on/> >> * >> >> <http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on/#4127857><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on/#4127858><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on/#4127859><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on/#4127860><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on/#4127861> >> >> *Gallery: Samsung Series 5 Chrome OS laptop vs. 11-inch MacBook Air... >> fight!<http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-vs-11-inch-macbook-air-fight/> >> * >> <http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-vs-11-inch-macbook-air-fight/#4128005><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-vs-11-inch-macbook-air-fight/#4128004><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-vs-11-inch-macbook-air-fight/#4128003><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-vs-11-inch-macbook-air-fight/#4128002><http://www.engadget.com/photos/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-vs-11-inch-macbook-air-fight/#4128001> >> >> Continue reading *Samsung Series 5 Chrome OS laptop hands-on at Google >> I/O (update: >> video!)*<http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/11/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on-at-google-i-o/> >> >> Samsung Series 5 Chrome OS laptop hands-on at Google I/O (update: >> video!)<http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/11/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on-at-google-i-o/>originally >> appeared on >> Engadget <http://www.engadget.com> on Wed, 11 May 2011 21:52:00 EDT. >> Please see our terms for use of feeds<http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/> >> . >> Permalink<http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/11/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on-at-google-i-o/> >> | | Email this <http://www.engadget.com/forward/19938258/> | >> Comments<http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/11/samsung-series-5-chrome-os-laptop-hands-on-at-google-i-o/#comments> >> >> >> >> Things you can do from here: >> >> - Subscribe to >> Engadget<http://www.google.com/reader/view/feed%2Fhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.engadget.com%2Frss.xml?source=email>using >> *Google Reader* >> - Get started using Google >> Reader<http://www.google.com/reader/?source=email>to easily keep up with >> *all your favorite sites* >> >> >> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "The Unique Geek" group. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> To unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> [email protected]. >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/theuniquegeek?hl=en. >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "The Unique Geek" group. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > [email protected]. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/theuniquegeek?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Unique Geek" group. 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