Google unveiled Chromebook on Day 2 of Google 1/O 2011, which are nothing but the web. Chromebooks are specially designed and optimized for web, without any BIOS or major operating system to provide a faster, simpler and secure experience. They stand apart from typical notebooks because Chromebook runs on Chrome OS/Browser, which stores everything in the cloud and frees users from hassle of installing any software’s or troubleshooting the computer. Also, they update automatically to offer best experience.
Intro Video – What’s a Chromebook?
Below are some Official Videos showcasing the amazing Features of Chromebook:
Instant web – Chromebooks boot in 8 seconds and resume instantly.
Always connected – Stay connected with built-in Wi-Fi and 3G.
Same experience everywhere – Your apps, documents, and settings are stored safely in the cloud. So, there’s is nothing to lose even if you lose your computer.
Amazing web apps – Chromebook runs millions of web apps, visit the Chrome Web Store to try the latest apps, or just type in a URL.
Forever fresh – Automatically updates all apps without any annoying prompts.
Built-In Security – These employ the principle of "defense in depth" to provide multiple layers of protection, including sandboxing, data encryption, and verified boot.
Availability and Pricing – Chromebooks will be available online starting June 15 in the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Netherlands, Italy and Spain. More countries will follow in the coming months. Monthly subscriptions starts at $28/user for businesses and $20/user for schools. The price of Samsung Chromebook is $429 for the Wi-Fi model and $499 for the built-in 3G model, while Acer Chromebook comes at a price tag of $349.
Check more @ www.google.com/chromebook
Do not trust the cloud!