And here's a link that says they're not failures. I guess it just depends on what sources you wish to use (that seems to be the case a lot these days).
As childish as spending your time pouting about GooGoo in "Apple" Forums?
FYI: I think you're close to getting yourself banned. I'd cool it with the personal attacks if I were you and instead try to make more reasoned and civil comments.
And here's a link that says they're not failures. I guess it just depends on what sources you wish to use (that seems to be the case a lot these days).
But like netbooks or Android "activation" numbers the results of usage don't seem to measure up. With Chrome OS pulling in 2/100th of 1% or 0.02% it doesn't come close to what that one iffy report of their sales.
On another note, it's possible that MS recently dropped the cost Windows for sub-$250 USD "PCs" because of Chromebooks gaining ground (or at least an anticipation of Chromebooks gaining ground) but so far I haven't seen any real evidence to back that up.
But like netbooks or Android "activation" numbers the results of usage don't seem to measure up. With Chrome OS pulling in 2/100th of 1% or 0.02% it doesn't come close to what that one iffy report of their sales.
On another note, it's possible that MS recently dropped the cost Windows for sub-$250 USD "PCs" because of Chromebooks gaining ground (or at least an anticipation of Chromebooks gaining ground) but so far I haven't seen any real evidence to back that up.
That Microsoft felt a need to add Chromebooks to their "scoogled" campaign says to me they're concerned about their potential. Add that to your observation on recent entry-level MS windows licensing decreases and I do believe Microsoft recognizes Google has a good thing going and needs to answer it.
That Microsoft felt a need to add Chromebooks to their "scoogled" campaign says to me they're concerned about their potential.
I had forgotten about that. I think that was a foolish move on their part because I think Chromebooks are still too obscure for the general public that mentioning them at all will work against MS.
No you GooGoos can walk around with your Goofy glasses and think your changing the world! I just strongly disagree!!!
I will say it sloooowwwlllyy!
Your in an APPLE forum if your looking for a Googull hug or for me to agree Goofy is just as good as Apple, your probably in the wrong spot!
You keep driving your pinto OS & hardware, I will keep driving my Ferrari!
I had forgotten about that. I think that was a foolish move on their part because I think Chromebooks are still too obscure for the general public that mentioning them at all will work against MS.
Yeah I see it as a mistake too. Just more free Chromebook advertising, even inviting shoppers to take a look for themselves.
On another note, it's possible that MS recently dropped the cost Windows for sub-$250 USD "PCs" because of Chromebooks gaining ground (or at least an anticipation of Chromebooks gaining ground) but so far I haven't seen any real evidence to back that up.
I think it is amusing how history sometimes repeats itself even in the unlikely tech sector. I recall back in the early 90s when having a computer in the home was not all that common. At that time, my aunt bought some email only machine because having to learn a computer seemed too daunting for her, and the only thing she was interested in doing was email. Now things are coming full circle in that many people are finding out that they don't need a full computer to do the things they want such as sending email and a little web surfing. Surprisingly, iPads and Chromebooks can be adequate machines for the home.
I had forgotten about that. I think that was a foolish move on their part because I think Chromebooks are still too obscure for the general public that mentioning them at all will work against MS.
I think it is amusing how history sometimes repeats itself even in the unlikely tech sector. I recall back in the early 90s when having a computer in the home was not all that common. At that time, my aunt bought some email only machine because having to learn a computer seemed too daunting for her, and the only thing she was interested in doing was email. Now things are coming full circle in that many people are finding out that they don't need a full computer to do the things they want such as sending email and a little web surfing. Surprisingly, iPads and Chromebooks can be adequate machines for the home.
I think Google has completely messed up their approach to launched Chrome OS but the idea is sound. I still know plenty of people that will use the web browser to access their email. I think where people in technology get hung up with Chrome OS is that it's webcore, but they don't seem to have been hung up on WebOS which does the exact same thing. Google really should have kept it under wraps until they 1) had local disk storage, including USB HDDs, access ready, and 2) had an SDK and app store that would allow for Chrome OS web apps to be made out of the gate. I think they would have been able to devour the low-end of the market leaving MS with a fraction of their consumer Windows licensing in place had they followed a more Applesque model.
FYI: I think you're close to getting yourself banned. I'd cool it with the personal attacks if I were you and instead try to make more reasoned and civil comments.
solipsismx if your the comment police, then make sure you don't selectively miss the "mean" words (according to you) by everyone including those throwing the term around first or keep your eyes on your OWN PAPER!
Banned for not showing Love to Gogull TROLLS! That would be an Appleinsider jump the shark moment!
I think it is amusing how history sometimes repeats itself even in the unlikely tech sector. I recall back in the early 90s when having a computer in the home was not all that common. At that time, my aunt bought some email only machine because having to learn a computer seemed too daunting for her, and the only thing she was interested in doing was email. Now things are coming full circle in that many people are finding out that they don't need a full computer to do the things they want such as sending email and a little web surfing. Surprisingly, iPads and Chromebooks can be adequate machines for the home.
I do the vast majority of my research on a Chromebook. OnIn the evenings and on weekends (like now) all my work is done on it with rare exception. If I need to use PS or Illustrator I pop by work. Otherwise I haven't needed to do anything on the weekends that the Chromebook can't handle.
I might keep a half dozen or more tabs open at any particular time (only 4 right now) and it never misses a beat. Handles all my search requests fast, allows me to do most customer artwork previews, has a free 100GB cloud account, even uses Google Now. As a bonus it's just as malware-proof as a Mac.
It boots faster than any other computer, tablet or smartphone I've used, has had only two crashes over the past several months and automatically recovered from those with no effort needed on my part. Excellent battery time, completely silent and zero heat. It also cost me less than $200 (retailed for about $25 IIRC). Can't find anything not to like (other than a quirky issue with the touchpad when powered) or what entry-level Windows or Apple machine would be a better value for a casual user.
I think Google has completely messed up their approach to launched Chrome OS but the idea is sound.
I haven't been following Chrome because it is of no interest to me personally, since I need a full computer. I don't even use my two iPads very much, at least not at home. Mostly I use my iMac at home and my Mac Pro at work. I prefer a large monitor and comfortable ergonomic desk. What is ironic for me is, prior to getting an iPad, when I traveled, I carried a MBP because I need a full computer, but now I carry both the MBP and an iPad so my luggage got heavier with the invention of the iPad, not lighter.
I haven't been following Chrome because it is of no interest to me personally, since I need a full computer. I don't even use my two iPads very much, at least not at home. Mostly I use my iMac at home and my Mac Pro at work. I prefer a large monitor and comfortable ergonomic desk. What is ironic for me is, prior to getting an iPad, when I traveled, I carried a MBP because I need a full computer, but now I carry both the MBP and an iPad so my luggage got heavier with the invention of the iPad, not lighter.
I barely use my iPad because I want something more robust so I imagine I'd not use a Chromebook when I have a Retina MBP at my disposal. My iPad mini get used for tethering my MBP and when on a plane. Even in first class a 15" MBP is unwieldily.
I barely use my iPad because I want something more robust so I imagine I'd not use a Chromebook when I have a Retina MBP at my disposal. My iPad mini get used for tethering my MBP and when on a plane. Even in first class a 15" MBP is unwieldily.
I agree, I have a 13" i7 laptop that sits on my electronics table and gets virtually zero use. As I've said before, I think transformable tablets like Asus produce are a potential strong market sector.
I barely use my iPad because I want something more robust so I imagine I'd not use a Chromebook when I have a Retina MBP at my disposal. My iPad mini get used for tethering my MBP and when on a plane. Even in first class a 15" MBP is unwieldily.
Same here but I also carry my wireless hotspot. I had the Sierra Wireless before, now I have the new AT&T NetGear which is a lot nicer, and like the previous device, it too is internationally unlocked, which is a must for me.
I agree, I have a 13" i7 laptop that sits on my electronics table and gets virtually zero use. As I've said before, I think transformable tablets like Asus produce are a potential strong market sector.
I disagree about notebook/tablet transmformables. There will always be a use case that will seem ideal but I think overall that use case for the ASUS Transformer Book is just too small. Even if Win8 did make for a decent tablet experience I still think it wouldn't be a viable solution for "PC" notebook users.
Same here but I also carry my wireless hotspot. I had the Sierra Wireless before, now I have the new AT&T NetGear which is a lot nicer, and like the previous device, it too is internationally unlocked, which is a must for me.
That might be a better solution for me because the way Apple does the Personal Hotspot is less than ideal.
I think Google has completely messed up their approach to launched Chrome OS... Google really should have kept it under wraps until they 1) had local disk storage, including USB HDDs, access ready, and 2) had an SDK and app store that would allow for Chrome OS web apps to be made out of the gate. I think they would have been able to devour the low-end of the market leaving MS with a fraction of their consumer Windows licensing in place had they followed a more Applesque model.
Their Chrome store still has a lot of junk in it IMO. Google should take a day to forget about "open" and throw some of the trash out. Maybe do a little better organizing while they're at it. https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/apps
With that said there's a lot of functionality that's been added over the past several months. Keep has really helped me with some of the household organization, Ghostery keeps unwanted tracking at bay, Petapator is incredibly convenient when I'm searching up patents and PushBullet makes it easy to flag an article or file I've run across while using my phone and link it to open on my Chromebook or tablet at home (or vice-versa) for an easier read. My needs are simple.
BTW, I imagine you already knew some of the Chromebooks now come with a fair amount of local storage too. I don't have any serious issue with cloud storage tho (yet?)
That might be a better solution for me because the way Apple does the Personal Hotspot is less than ideal.
You are with Verizon right? We switched to the AT&T shared plan with all of our devices. It costs about the same as before but since I'm the biggest data hog, it is nice to be able to use the shared data.
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ChromeBooks are undistributed failures by most accounts.
http://gs.statcounter.com/chart.php?20140227=undefined&device=Desktop & Mobile & Tablet&device_hidden=desktop+mobile+tablet&statType_hidden=os®ion_hidden=ww&granularity=daily&statType=Operating%20System®ion=Worldwide&fromInt=20130801&toInt=20140227&fromMonthYear=2013-08&fromDay=01&toMonthYear=2014-02&toDay=27&multi-device=true&csv=1
And here's a link that says they're not failures. I guess it just depends on what sources you wish to use (that seems to be the case a lot these days).
http://appleinsider.com/articles/13/12/29/npd-chromebook-sales-outperform-macbooks-in-commercial-sector-as-ipad-loses-ground
FYI: I think you're close to getting yourself banned. I'd cool it with the personal attacks if I were you and instead try to make more reasoned and civil comments.
But like netbooks or Android "activation" numbers the results of usage don't seem to measure up. With Chrome OS pulling in 2/100th of 1% or 0.02% it doesn't come close to what that one iffy report of their sales.
On another note, it's possible that MS recently dropped the cost Windows for sub-$250 USD "PCs" because of Chromebooks gaining ground (or at least an anticipation of Chromebooks gaining ground) but so far I haven't seen any real evidence to back that up.
I had forgotten about that. I think that was a foolish move on their part because I think Chromebooks are still too obscure for the general public that mentioning them at all will work against MS.
No you GooGoos can walk around with your Goofy glasses and think your changing the world! I just strongly disagree!!!
I will say it sloooowwwlllyy!
Your in an APPLE forum if your looking for a Googull hug or for me to agree Goofy is just as good as Apple, your probably in the wrong spot!
You keep driving your pinto OS & hardware, I will keep driving my Ferrari!
Yeah I see it as a mistake too. Just more free Chromebook advertising, even inviting shoppers to take a look for themselves.
I think it is amusing how history sometimes repeats itself even in the unlikely tech sector. I recall back in the early 90s when having a computer in the home was not all that common. At that time, my aunt bought some email only machine because having to learn a computer seemed too daunting for her, and the only thing she was interested in doing was email. Now things are coming full circle in that many people are finding out that they don't need a full computer to do the things they want such as sending email and a little web surfing. Surprisingly, iPads and Chromebooks can be adequate machines for the home.
I had forgotten about that. I think that was a foolish move on their part because I think Chromebooks are still too obscure for the general public that mentioning them at all will work against MS.
For a while they sold products with the Chrome logo on them and basically straight up lies. A few weeks later suddenly this is their product page: http://www.microsoftstore.com/store?Action=cat&Locale=en_US&Scroogled=&SiteID=msusa&categoryID=67575900
I think they probably came close to making even bigger fools over themselves.
I think Google has completely messed up their approach to launched Chrome OS but the idea is sound. I still know plenty of people that will use the web browser to access their email. I think where people in technology get hung up with Chrome OS is that it's webcore, but they don't seem to have been hung up on WebOS which does the exact same thing. Google really should have kept it under wraps until they 1) had local disk storage, including USB HDDs, access ready, and 2) had an SDK and app store that would allow for Chrome OS web apps to be made out of the gate. I think they would have been able to devour the low-end of the market leaving MS with a fraction of their consumer Windows licensing in place had they followed a more Applesque model.
solipsismx if your the comment police, then make sure you don't selectively miss the "mean" words (according to you) by everyone including those throwing the term around first or keep your eyes on your OWN PAPER!
Banned for not showing Love to Gogull TROLLS! That would be an Appleinsider jump the shark moment!
I do the vast majority of my research on a Chromebook. OnIn the evenings and on weekends (like now) all my work is done on it with rare exception. If I need to use PS or Illustrator I pop by work. Otherwise I haven't needed to do anything on the weekends that the Chromebook can't handle.
I might keep a half dozen or more tabs open at any particular time (only 4 right now) and it never misses a beat. Handles all my search requests fast, allows me to do most customer artwork previews, has a free 100GB cloud account, even uses Google Now. As a bonus it's just as malware-proof as a Mac.
It boots faster than any other computer, tablet or smartphone I've used, has had only two crashes over the past several months and automatically recovered from those with no effort needed on my part. Excellent battery time, completely silent and zero heat. It also cost me less than $200 (retailed for about $25 IIRC). Can't find anything not to like (other than a quirky issue with the touchpad when powered) or what entry-level Windows or Apple machine would be a better value for a casual user.
I haven't been following Chrome because it is of no interest to me personally, since I need a full computer. I don't even use my two iPads very much, at least not at home. Mostly I use my iMac at home and my Mac Pro at work. I prefer a large monitor and comfortable ergonomic desk. What is ironic for me is, prior to getting an iPad, when I traveled, I carried a MBP because I need a full computer, but now I carry both the MBP and an iPad so my luggage got heavier with the invention of the iPad, not lighter.
I barely use my iPad because I want something more robust so I imagine I'd not use a Chromebook when I have a Retina MBP at my disposal. My iPad mini get used for tethering my MBP and when on a plane. Even in first class a 15" MBP is unwieldily.
I barely use my iPad because I want something more robust so I imagine I'd not use a Chromebook when I have a Retina MBP at my disposal. My iPad mini get used for tethering my MBP and when on a plane. Even in first class a 15" MBP is unwieldily.
I agree, I have a 13" i7 laptop that sits on my electronics table and gets virtually zero use. As I've said before, I think transformable tablets like Asus produce are a potential strong market sector.
Same here but I also carry my wireless hotspot. I had the Sierra Wireless before, now I have the new AT&T NetGear which is a lot nicer, and like the previous device, it too is internationally unlocked, which is a must for me.
I disagree about notebook/tablet transmformables. There will always be a use case that will seem ideal but I think overall that use case for the ASUS Transformer Book is just too small. Even if Win8 did make for a decent tablet experience I still think it wouldn't be a viable solution for "PC" notebook users.
That might be a better solution for me because the way Apple does the Personal Hotspot is less than ideal.
Their Chrome store still has a lot of junk in it IMO. Google should take a day to forget about "open" and throw some of the trash out. Maybe do a little better organizing while they're at it.
https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/apps
With that said there's a lot of functionality that's been added over the past several months. Keep has really helped me with some of the household organization, Ghostery keeps unwanted tracking at bay, Petapator is incredibly convenient when I'm searching up patents and PushBullet makes it easy to flag an article or file I've run across while using my phone and link it to open on my Chromebook or tablet at home (or vice-versa) for an easier read. My needs are simple.
BTW, I imagine you already knew some of the Chromebooks now come with a fair amount of local storage too. I don't have any serious issue with cloud storage tho (yet?)
You are with Verizon right? We switched to the AT&T shared plan with all of our devices. It costs about the same as before but since I'm the biggest data hog, it is nice to be able to use the shared data.