topic Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK in Electronics

JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

eddyandme — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:16:51 GMT

I just ordered an Acer Intel Quad Core with 4GB memory, 32 GB SSD from Amazon Renewed so it has a ninety-day return policy.

Never used a Chromebook; nor, have I bought a "renewed" item from Amazonsmile.

After reading many reviews online, it seemed to me the brands/models the reviewing company got a sales commission on were the ones they scored the best. I could be wrong, but the site would send you to where you could purchase the item for more details; which translates imo to a skewed review.

I was wondering if any of my fellow friends here, if familiar with this brand or model, could give me your opinions, which I value.

Thanx!

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

SilleeMee — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:28:20 GMT

@eddyandme

Congrats on your CB purchase. Did you check the model number against the corresponding end-of-life dates? That's what I would check right away to see if you have one that will be operational for a reasonable amount of time. What is the model number anyway? I own 2 Acer CB, one is touchscreen with quad core and Google play...that's my newest, model is Acer Chromebook R13 CB5-312T-K95W Convertible Laptop and it can convert to a tablet, too.

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eddyandme — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:30:40 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
Congrats on your CB purchase. Did you check the model number against the corresponding end-of-life dates? That's what I would check right away to see if you have one that will be operational for a reasonable amount of time. What is the model number anyway? I own 2 Acer CB, one is touchscreen with quad core and Google play...that's my newest.

No, @SilleeMee . I just ordered it so don't have that info yet. The Model is R11, it's white and folds different ways, if that helps. It is touchscreen also.

I assum you must be pleased with Acer?!?

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

SilleeMee — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:41:42 GMT

@eddyandme

Yes I like Acer's CBs. I looked around and found they are highly rated so that's what made me buy them. Looks like your 'R11' is a convertible...it can be used like a tablet. That's nice and I think you'll find that feature a convenience, especially with that touchscreen. Your CB will be updated until 6/2021...I checked.

https://support.google.com/chrome/a/answer/6220366?hl=en

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chrystaltree — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 20:50:02 GMT

I have one, I bought it 2 years ago for a very favorable price. I don't know if it's your model but it is an Acer Chromebook . It was brand new, not reconditioned. I do love it. And then....I found out about Chromebook's "end of life" (from a poster on this board) and I understood why I got it for such a low price. My "end of life" was just a month or so after I found out about it. I signed on one day and got an alert telling me that my "end of life" date was 30 days away and that after that date, my Chromebook would not receive any updates, including security updates. I still use it, nothing has changed but since there are no security updates now, I don't make purchases on it. I don't do anything financial on it.

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

eddyandme — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 21:01:42 GMT

Thanx, @SilleeMee . I did not know about that site.

Before it expires, can I renew the update/coverage? If not, perhaps I should cancel and purchase a new one.

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

SilleeMee — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 21:06:09 GMT

@eddyandme wrote:
Thanx, @SilleeMee . I did not know about that site.

Before it expires, can I renew the update/coverage? If not, perhaps I should cancel and purchase a new one.

@eddyandme

You cannot change the exp date of a CB. After that exp date, your CB will still be usable but not secure and over time the operating system may not be compatible with newer software used throughout the internet.

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

bonnie f — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 21:17:55 GMT

yes i just got a message 3 days ago that this was my last update... i take it i cant really fo anything on my comp anymore?????? .. and i do shop on amazon and i have my banking info on mine... i just bought a car........ i didnt want to have to get a new one so soon...

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

Annabellethecat66 — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 21:26:46 GMT

OK, so I know zip about computers. My son-in-law owns a business where he deals with computer security.

I'm curious about this discussion. So with the computer you guys are talking about you can't update it? That seems strange?

He bought me some wing ding computer laptop (touch, etc) and I hated it.

I gave it back to him and he sent it to my other daughter because she needed a new computer.

I'm happy with my old old (maybe another old) laptop. I have an IPAD and some other tablets but I still love for getting on her my old samsung laptop.

My family thinks I'm crazy. I don't keep much on this thing and he keeps the security (whatever) updated.

So, why can't you update this kind of computer? Seems weird to me.

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

SilleeMee — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 21:39:10 GMT

@Annabellethecat66

ChromeBooks have a unique operating system. They are not Microsoft Windows based and are not compatible with Windows software. Google developed the CB operating system and Google updates CBs, not Microsoft. All CB updates are automatic and include security software updates. When you buy a CB then there is no need to purchase or load antivirus software. CBs come with securiy software built in them.

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

eddyandme — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 21:51:14 GMT

So in other words, @SilleeMee , Google will not let you buy additional update programs: all chromebooks are good for a maximum of 5 years (if purchased brands new)?

Not sure if gonna cancel or not. My HP's don't last five years! So it equals out I guess, but wanted something that lasted more than a year or two. Oh well, thanks for all upir help, @SilleeMee .

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

SilleeMee — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 22:35:28 GMT

@eddyandme wrote:
So in other words, @SilleeMee , Google will not let you buy additional update programs: all chromebooks are good for a maximum of 5 years (if purchased brands new)?

Not sure if gonna cancel or not. My HP's don't last five years! So it equals out I guess, but wanted something that lasted more than a year or two. Oh well, thanks for all upir help, @SilleeMee .

@eddyandme

When it comes to CBs, you literally get what you pay for as far as their lifespan is concerned. Older models will expire sooner so many of those will go on sale.

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

eddyandme — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 23:43:27 GMT

Yeah, I figured renewed meant refurbished/returned - lesson learned.

Works out the same in the end (on sale/brand new). Guess we just have a disposable society: everyone's switching to paper straws, yet, plastic laptops have a 5yr lfespan - gotta love it.

But Thanx, @SilleeMee , now I understand and realize that' a good brand so will probebly stick with it!

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apple1964 — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 11:35:44 GMT

I have had the model you have purchased about a year ago I ordered a new HP Chrome book. which I love. I think you will love it. Long battery life built in virus protection and we have the game store now. No need to power up when opening these devices just open the lid and you are ready to go to the internet. I will never go back to dreaded windows again I just love the Chromebook. [ And cloud based games will be coming in the future.]

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apple1964 — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 11:49:09 GMT

You can go online and do a search about this which is a real bummer. On the other hand with all devices windows included if you get more then four years your ahead of the game, that is the life expectioncy of all computers nowadays. And windows also has a point with there devices on how long windows will continue to support them. I will change to linux and see what happens when my devices come to the end of the support.

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apple1964 — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 11:54:59 GMT

@eddyandme wrote:
Thanx, @SilleeMee . I did not know about that site.

Before it expires, can I renew the update/coverage? If not, perhaps I should cancel and purchase a new one.

You can call Amazon and ask them about the model number also the experation date. They are very nice and helpful over the phone when I had my issues. You said you orfered a refurbished CB that can mean perhaps the date will be changed too. I am sure they will be able to answer all your questions, Go on line and get the model numbers for when you call Amazon. Just search end of coverage with goggle with CBs. And then you will know which models to order.

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eddyandme — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 15:06:11 GMT

Thanx, @apple1964 .

I shall call Amazon: it was a renewed which I assumed was a refurbished.

I never heard of Linux but will look into it. It just seems these devices should have a much longer lifespan - just environmentally sound, imho.

Thanx again!

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summer4me — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 16:27:45 GMT

I'm in my 4th year with an Acer Chromebook 15. I love it and would hate to ever go back to a Windows based computer.

Recently my granddaughter's HP was having major problems and would cost over $300 for repairs and the HP was only 2 yrs old. She bought a chromebook through Costco for $229 and is very happy with it.

Re: JUST BOUGHT A CHROMEBOOK

eddyandme — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 17:30:33 GMT

@summer4me wrote:
I'm in my 4th year with an Acer Chromebook 15. I love it and would hate to ever go back to a Windows based computer.

Recently my granddaughter's HP was having major problems and would cost over $300 for repairs and the HP was only 2 yrs old. She bought a chromebook through Costco for $229 and is very happy with it.

my third HP, @summer4me , in about 6 years - that's why I'm switching to Chromebook - got this laptop at Target little over a year ago -it's really a Chromebook in disguise! Can't stop Windows updates, unable to transfer them to flashdrive and end result battery needs replacement - so I'm switching!

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Mindy D — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 20:30:20 GMT

Thank you all for this thread. I’m so sick of Windows. My laptop gets no use at all because it’s such a pain. I’ve only been using my iPad and I’ve been wondering about a Chromebook. I learned a lot from this thread. Since the CB is Google based, I’m assuming that Google’s productivity software, such as Google Docs is compatible with it. What about MS Word? Is there a version of Word made for Chromebook?