Samsung’s Intel-based Chromebook 2 availability and pricing announced

Earlier in the year, Samsung released the Exynos powered Chromebook 2 in both a 11.6-inch and 13-inch variety. The Exynos powered device however met with much criticism regarding its ability (or lack thereof) to multitask well compared to Intel based Chromebook options. Today, Samsung is adding a new Chromebook 2 option that’s powered by an Intel processor. The chip under the hood, the fanless Celeron N2840 chipset running at 2.58GHz.

The Intel Chromebook 2 sports 2GB of RAM, and according to Samsung the laptop has an improved design. The USB ports, as well as the four corners are now metal-reinforced, as is the display. it still has the faux leather stitching like the original Chromebook 2 and Note 3, and features a 1,366 by 768 screen.

A new Google Help app that Samsung collaborated with Google on, allows users unfamiliar with ChromeOS to click a button and be connected to a support representative from Samsung’s operation center in North Carolina, a la Amazon Mayday. They’ll be able to take control of your screen, show you how to accomplish tasks such as changing settings, or even help fix problems. However unlike Mayday, you’ll only have access to support from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. eastern time, Monday through Friday.

You’ll be able to pre-order the new Chromebook starting today for $250. Otherwise you’ll only have to wait a week until it’s available through retail channels. If you do make this you’ll be happy to know that you’ll get 9-hours of juice before you have to throw the Chromebook on the charger.

source: The Verge

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