Chromebook Now Available in Singapore

For users who were eagerly awaiting for Chromebooks to arrive in Singapore, the wait is finally over. Today, you will be able to get yourself a Chromebook at Courts retail stores across Singapore. A total of three different Chromebooks from HP, Samsung and Acer have been launched. The HP and Samsung Chromebooks are retailing for S$449, while the Acer Chromebook is going for a much lower S$369.

To recap what Chromebooks are about, these devices look and feel similar to a notebook, but they operate on the Chrome OS that's made for web-connected productivity and entertainment in today's cloud-connected era.

Just about whatever you can do with a typical Chrome browser, you can probably do with a Chromebook as it's basically a notebook that's purpose built to act as a gateway for the Chrome browser and to the internet.

You can install apps from the Chrome Web Store, but you can't install nor run anything else (such as Windows and Mac apps, but there is a workaround via Chome's Remote Desktop app). You can only store content via your Google Drive, which is securely stored in the cloud as long as your authentication isn't compromised. In short, a Chromebook is almost like a notebook that only has access to your browser and nothing else.

With every purchase of a Chromebook (any of the three launch models), comes a free 100GB Google Drive cloud storage capacity, which will be added on top of your existing Google Drive capacity on your personal account. However this special deal is only applicable to the first user who logs into the new Chromebook device (and this extra capacity is also non-transferable).

Subsequent users who log in to the machine will not be able to redeem the free 100GB Google Drive cloud storage space. Also note that the free extra storage on the cloud is valid for only two years. Fortunately, your files will still be accessible and stored on Google Drive after the two years, but you won't be able to add new files unless you buy more storage that exceeds the amount of data you've already occupied.

For now, the Chromebooks on sale are the non-3G models. There are no details as to when 3G Chromebooks or the Chromebook Pixel will arrive, but when they do, we will keep you updated. The Chromebooks are also only available in Courts retails stores in Singapore, and aren't offered anywhere else (such as via Google Play Store for example). As for warranty and support, users would have to rely on their respective manufacturers' local support centre.

HP Pavilion Chromebook Review

The 14’’ Chromebook
14’’ display
0.83 inch thin and 3.96 pounds
4.25 hours of battery
Boots up in less than 10 seconds
100 GB of Google Drive free for 2 years

Only: $329.99

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HP Pavilion Chromebook 14-c010us 14-Inch Laptop (Black)

HP Pavilion Chromebook Review

A great addition to the home with its brilliant 14’’ display and versatile ports.
For $329.99.

Enjoy the big screen

The HP Pavilion Chromebook offers a brilliant 14’’ screen, making it easy to enjoy your favorite videos and photos in detail. Connect all the peripherals you want with a HDMI port, 3 USB ports, and a multi-format digital card reader.

Best of Google

Your favorite Google products are built-in like Search, Gmail YouTube, and Hangouts so you can work, play, and do whatever you want, right out of the box. It updates itself automatically and comes with virus protection. No extra software (or worrying) required..

Samsung Chromebook 550 Review

Go fast

12.1'' display
Less than 1 inch thin and 3.3 pounds
Over 6 hours of battery
Boots up in less than 8 seconds
100 GB of Google Drive free for 2 years1
Optional 3G

Only: $449

Samsung Chromebook 550 Review

Work, browse and play with no limits. It runs on the dual-core Intel® Celeron® processor and has over 6 hours of battery life. Starting at $449.

Work the way you want

The Samsung Chromebook 550 comes with a full-sized chiclet keyboard, making working or chatting more comfortable. The oversized trackpad makes it easy to click, scroll or swipe. You can also watch high-definition movies on its HD-capable screen, or connect it to your monitor or TV.

Best of Google
Your favorite Google products are built-in like Search, Gmail YouTube, and Hangouts so you can work, play, and do whatever you want, right out of the box. It updates itself automatically and comes with virus protection. No extra software (or worrying) required.

Stay connected
The Chromebook helps you stay connected wherever you go with dual band Wi-Fi , 12 free Gogo Inflight passes, and optional 3G. It also has offline apps like Gmail and Google Docs for the rare times that you're disconnected from the web.

Samsung Chromebook 550 Photo Gallery

HP Pavilion Chromebook Photo Gallery

Acer C7 Chromebook Photo Gallery

Samsung Chromebook Photo Gallery

Samsung Chromebook Unboxing and Review Video

Acer C7 Chromebook Review

Everyday simplicity
11.6’’ display
1 inch thin and 3 pounds
4 hours of battery
Boots up in less than 20 seconds
100 GB of Google Drive free for 2 years


Only: $199

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Acer C710-2487 11.6-Inch Chromebook (Iron Gray)

Acer C7 Chromebook Review

Get the basics done, hassle-free. Fast, simple and easy to share.
Starting at $199.

Best of Google
Your favorite Google products are built-in like Search, Gmail YouTube, and Hangouts so you can work, play, and do whatever you want, right out of the box. It updates itself automatically and comes with virus protection. No extra software (or worrying) required.

Play the way you want

Games and videos come alive with its 11.6" high definition display. You can also connect it easily to external monitors and displays with HDMI and VGA outputs and multiple USB ports.

Stay connected

The Chromebook helps you stay connected wherever you go with dual band Wi-Fi and 12 free Gogo Inflight passes. It also has offline apps like Gmail and Google Docs for the rare times that you're disconnected from the web.

Samsung Chromebook Review

Thin, light, portable
11.6'' display
0.7 inches thin and 2.4 lbs
Over 6.5 hours of battery
Boots up in less than 10 seconds
100 GB of Google Drive free for 2 years

Only: $249

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Samsung Chromebook (Wi-Fi, 11.6-Inch)

Samsung Chromebook Review

An ultraportable, sleek laptop for everyday adventures. It weighs 2.4 pounds and has over 

6.5 hours of battery life, so you can bring it anywhere and use it everywhere. Starting at $249.

Feel lighter, stay cooler
At just over 2.4 pounds, 0.7 inches thin, and with over 6.5 hours of battery life, the Chromebook can go anywhere you go. It's built to stay cool, so it doesn't need a fan and runs silently (no humming, unless you’re playing music).

Best of Google
Your favorite Google products are built-in like Search, Gmail YouTube, and Hangouts so you can work, play, and do whatever you want, right out of the box. It updates itself automatically and comes with virus protection. No extra software (or worrying) required.

Stay connected
The Chromebook helps you stay connected wherever you go with dual band Wi-Fi , 12 free Gogo Inflight passes, and optional 3G. It also has offline apps like Gmail and Google Docs for the rare times that you're disconnected from the web.

What is a Chromebook?

What is a Chromebook?

The Chromebook is a new computer from Google that's simple, lightweight and easy to use. Starts in seconds, backs-up your stuff in the cloud and keeps it safe with built-in virus protection. It's the ideal device for getting stuff done everywhere you go.

Get stuff done with Google

Chromebooks come with popular Google products built-in, like Search, Gmail, YouTube, and Hangouts, so you can work, play, and do whatever you want right out of the box. Personalize your Chromebook with thousands more apps from the Chrome Web Store.

Perfect for sharing

Chromebooks are perfect to share with friends, family, and even the occasional guest. With multi-user support, each person can easily access their own files, apps and settings.

Hassles not included

No waiting

Chromebooks boot up in less than 10 seconds, and resume instantly. Unlike other computers, Chromebooks don't slow down over time.

No maintenance

With automatic updates, Chromebooks download and install security and software updates so you don't have to. No more hours wasted installing patches.

No worry

Built-in security means you're safe from viruses and malware. You don't need to install security software on any Chromebook, since they have multiple layers of security.

Cloud built-in

Never lose another file or photo. Access your stuff securely from anywhere.

Keep, create, share
Your Chromebook lets you easily save your files to Google Drive, so you can pick up where you left off across all your devices, wherever you go.

Sync your stuff
Chromebooks sync seamlessly with your Android phone, tablet and all other devices running Chrome, so you can access your bookmarks, files and other settings everywhere.

Print from the cloud
Your Chrome device comes equipped for Google Cloud Print, a new technology that lets you access your printers without plugging in any cables.

Work offline
Chromebooks offer offline apps, like Google docs and offline Gmail, which means you can stay productive during the rare times you are disconnected from the web.

Chromebook Commercials

• Comes with 100GB Google Drive Storage & built in anti-virus software
  saving you money
• Saves all your files & photos online
  you won’t lose them ever again
• Updates automatically
  you don’t have to do anything
• Has thousands of apps
  customise it to suit your needs
• Easy to use
  you can work and play straight out of the box

"Browsing is a pleasure you can’t mess anything up, it does everything for you, no worries about updates or virus"

- James, Stevenage

"Easy setup, excellent keyboard and touchpad, lightweight, fast page retrieval"

- Michael, Dorset

"Faster than my laptop which is a top spec one - I’m really pleased with the chromebook"

- Gilly, Carnforth

About Google Chromebook

A chromebook is a personal PC running on Google Chrome OS as its operating system. The devices are designed to remain used whereas connected towards the internet and support applications that reside inside the web, instead of traditional PC applications like Microsoft Office or Adobe Photoshop that reside inside the machine itself. 

The very first few Chromebooks to buy, by Acer Inc. and Aamsung, were announced for the Google I/O conference in May 2011 and began shipping on 15 June 2011. Lenovo, Hewlett Packard and Google itself entered the market in early 2013. Additionally to laptop models, a desktop version, known as a Chromebox, was introduced in May 2012. 

Chromebooks are primarily sold on-line, each directly from Google and direct from company's retail partners. By 2012, schools had become the largest class of customer.

Chromebook Series 3, C7

In October 2012, the series 3 chromebook was introduced in a San Francisco event with the Samsung Chromebook XE303. The device was priced at $249 and was thinner and lighter compared to the firmly Chromebook 550. Google marketed the series 3 just like the laptop for everybody, thanks to its simple operating system (Chrome OS) and cheap value. target markets included students and first-time laptop users, as well as households wanting to have an additional laptop.

The lower value proved a watershed for a few reviewers. New York Times technology columnist David Pogue reversed his earlier thumbs-down verdict inside the chromebook, writing that $250 changes everything. the value is half that associated with an ipad, even below an ipad mini or an ipod touch. and you’re receiving a laptop. He wrote that the chromebook does several on your things individuals use computers and laptops for: taking part in flash videos, and opening Microsoft Office documents. In different words, Google is correct when it asserts that the chromebook is good for schools, second computers in homes and businesses who deploy numerous machines.

CNETS review on the series 3 chromebook was all the more favorable, saying the machine largely delivered just like a laptop for students and as a further laptop and get a household--especially for users that are already using Google web applications like Google Docs, Google Drive, and Gmail. Its got workable if not standout hardware, its battery our life is sensible, it switches on quickly, and also the $249 value tag means that its not as much associated with a commitment just like the $550 Samsung series 5 550 that arrived in May. The review subtracted points for performance. Its fine for several tasks, however power users accustomed to having a little over some dozen browser tabs open should steer clear.