Toshiba Chromebook 2 Review

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Toshiba Chromebook 2 Review

The Toshiba Chromebook 2 is a quite capable Chromebook where it counts. The Chromebook 2 comes in two variants; “Standard HD” screen (1366x768, priced $219 US) and “True HD” (1920x1080, priced $329 US). Both come with a well outfitted spec list which easily bests competitors in the price range. Google has sweetened the purchase of a Chromebook with 1TB of Google Drive space for two years, which is a $240 value as long as it is purchased by January 31, 2014. Is the Toshiba Chromebook 2 as good as it appears? Read on to find out.

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Review of the ASUS Transformer Book T100

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Review of the ASUS Transformer Book T100

Those seeking low cost solutions may be attracted by the Asus Transformer Book T100; I was.  It is a hybrid (tablet with attachable keyboard that can function like a laptop) that runs Microsoft Windows 8.1 and comes with Microsoft Office 2013, Home and Student Edition. It has a 10.1 inch screen with a 1366 x 768 resolution and a decent looking spec list for its current retail price of $349.99. Comparatively, the Microsoft Surface 2 with keyboard starts around $570 and is limited by Windows RT. I thought the Asus Transformer Book T100 may be a good solution, especially for those determined to stick with Microsoft Office. After reading some positive reviews (full of fluff in hindsight), one could say I got caught up in bottom dollar blindness and decided to purchase one for review. Potential buyers be warned and keep reading to find out why.

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Post One Year Review and Reflection on iPad, Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire HD

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Post One Year Review and Reflection on iPad, Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire HD

Over the previous year I have been using / long term reviewing three devices. The Apple iPad (3rd Gen), Google/Asus Nexus 7, and the Amazon Kindle Fire HD. This review isn’t about specs and price points which are easily attainable in numerous other places. This review is about long term user experience living with the device day in and out. It is telling after long term use to stop using a device for a period of time and reflect on what one most misses.

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