Customer Ratings & Reviews

I just love my chromebook. Its exaxtly what i would have hoped it would have been. The backlight on the keyboard is great you can adjust the lighting in the settings. It makes for a very nice laptop.

I like this computer so far. The only issue is that I bought it big and thought the size of 14 was small lol but anyways, I’m in love!

So many Chromebooks and so many are blah. HP hit a home run with this 2-in-1 14” Chromebook. First, the design. The computer is a sleek looking modern designed Chromebook. The silver color looks great and it is well made. You can tell it is a quality Chromebook that should last a long time. The Intel Core i3 gives plenty of power to run this machine. Apps and programs opened quickly and ran smoothly. I never noticed any real lag time at all. The included 8GB of memory is great to have in a Chromebook. It keeps switching back and forth through programs snappy and efficient. Even opening many Apps at once never slowed the machine down. The 256GB UFS is more than sufficient for almost any user. Plenty of storage for now and in the long term. Now for the screen. That’s a super important feature on any Chromebook or laptop. Overall this screen looks very good. Colors are vibrant and accurate. Text is easy to read and images are clear and seem to be accurately represented in terms of color and contrast. I found the touchscreen to be accurate and easy to use. The Google AI feature is fun and can be very useful. With so many things being AI these days, HP built it right in. It is helpful in many situations. The Chromebook is lightweight and sleek and fits in almost any bag or carrying case. Battery life is excellent and will get you through the entire day. Speakers are adequate for videos and basic sounds and music. There are enough ports to plug in needed accessories. Overall this is the best Chromebook 2-in-1 unit I have ever used. This should suit most users for email, word processing, chatting, Internet use, and video streaming. The only thing I wish is that the backlit keyboard was a little brighter. That is the only slight flaw I can note. It’s a winner and a great unit. Highly recommended.

The HP Chromebook X360 is one of the better Chromebooks I've owned. Plenty RAM, decent storage space, and a FHD touchscreen. While people like big numbers and swear they have superhuman vision (I work in printing and people aren't as gifted as they think), at 14" a 1080p screen is plenty. Performance is snappy and I'd love to get Linux running so I can install a few real apps and a non-Chromium browser. But even with just running ChromeOS the X360 has plenty it can do. I've gone up to 31 tabs so far with no performance issues in Chrome and (android app) Brave. In case you didn't already know, you can install some Android apps on ChromeOS. Kinda makes you wonder why Google doesn't have a hybrid autoswitch from Chrome UI to Android UI on mobile devices based on docking or handheld. Battery life is incredible, as most have come to expect from Chromebooks. I can go a full day and still have some left over when it goes back on the charger. At 3lbs it's easy to carry in a bag and light enough to be used as a tablet. I have no problems holding it one handed, but I do have a fairly strong grip. I do wish they'd have included an SD card slot for extra storage. There are 3 USB (2 USB-C PD ports and 1 USB A) that you can connect external drives if needed, but that requires making sure you keep one on you and not inadvertently leave it behind when packing back up. An internal slot would have been a better option IMO given they have 2TB cards that have throughput equivalent to mechanical HDDs. The screen gets pretty bright, but I use my laptops 95% indoors. I keep the brightness around 20% to not burn my eyes out. As for the AI...not a fan. AI is too early in it's infancy to be of much use to me right now and Gemini's answers still need to be verified by further research because of too many false answers. Maybe a year from now it'll do more and start taking tech and programmer jobs like they said it would instead of designer and artistic jobs. It was wrong how they falsely predicted artists would be the ones untouched by AI when it started. So, hardware-wise, the X360 packs a lot of power for an OS that doesn't need much to get going. The x360 will last quite a long time as long as Google maintains updates.

If you pretty much just browse the internet or do simple things that you could do on an Android phone just want it bigger, this is certainly a way to go. Chromebooks are like the light version of a Windows laptop, they can do most of the same tasks, but with different applications to make it happen. As a laptop to say, type up reviews or watch media, maybe play some mobile games, this works out nicely. You can be in laptop mode with a touch screen and a backlit keyboard or flip it around for a 14 inch tablet. It moves pretty seamlessly between the two modes and you can leave it in a tent mode so it holds itself up when you use it like a regular tablet. For a Chromebook, it does have a bit more storage than others, but still only 256GB. It’s not going to give you the performance of a slightly more expensive “normal” laptop, but it still gets things done. You can access some regular features offline, but the majority of the highlighted features need online access. The nice thing is, it has WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, so you can get higher speeds with that needed connection. Gemini is one thing they feature on here, but it is just accessing the online AI. It’s fun to use though. It fairly quickly answers your questions or you can ask it to “imagine” something and give you a generated image. With the purchase you get additional perks with a one year free trial. This includes Google One AI Premium plan, access to new features with Gemini Advanced, 2TB of cloud storage and the use of Gemini in other Google products, like Gmail and Docs and others. This is regularly $19.99 (+tax) a month, which it will be after the 12 months ends unless you cancel anytime prior. This has 2 USB-C and 1 USB-A port, all 3.0, 3.5mm audio/mic port, stereo speakers and a front facing camera. The camera has some options to make it look sharper, but I’ve seen better on cell phones. It also has a physical privacy cover so you can ensure you are not being seen. The audio is good enough, you can hear it best in laptop mode, but when in tablet form, it depends on which way you are holding it as they are on one side. The screen is clear and sharp, but highly reflective. It can practically be a mirror in some situations and you can’t even see the screen. You can output video with a USB to DP adapter, but there are no other outputs on this system. The keyboard is pretty standard but all the typical function keys are actual functions instead of the F1-F12 for Windows systems. They make for great shortcuts to many common functions, which a lot of laptops have that as a toggle option now too. The touchpad works well but it is a bit clunky to click down on. It’s touch responsive too though, so you don’t have to click if you don’t want to. Touchsreen functions work well, but notice that sometimes I have to lift my finger off if it loses track or has too many touches for it to lose track. It is capable of 10 point touch, but notice in a test at times it would just stop recognizing all points of touch after some movement. With 2 fingers it wasn’t as likely to lose touch though. The smooth glass, despite its reflection, is nice to the touch though. The edge to edge glass is nice as well, but there is quite the edge that is not usable. Overall, it is an interesting blend between typical laptop features but with Chrome OS. Easy transition between normal laptop use and tablet mode. It’s a bit thick for a solo tablet, but figure all the computer parts are in there too. With the bonus of the 12 month trial it makes it even more worth it. If you need something portable to work on locally stored items or have access to Wi-Fi or hotspot everywhere, it is small and convenient.

Chromebook Plus laptops, unlike the Chromebooks of the past, are required by Google a to meet certain specs to guarantee that your Chromebook is fast, has a long-lasting battery, and can bring you some of Google Gemini’s latest AI features. They promise a lot, and I have to say this HP 2-in-1 Chromebook Plus delivers on those promises in EVERY way. Setting up the Chromebook is one of the easiest laptop setup experiences I’ve ever had. You can sign in with your google credentials, or if you’re an android user, you can use your phone to sign in. The 2nd of those options will also invite you to enable other cross device (phone to laptop) features such as messaging and photo sharing. It’s pretty dang competitive with Apple’s ecosystem in terms of cross device features. So if you’re an Android user, you’re going to get some extra value out of this device. As for the display: the screen is vibrant and clear, the pre-loaded wallpapers look absolutely beautiful, and the touchscreen functionality comes in handy a lot. I’m also a big fan of 2-in-1 laptops because of their versatility. When you fold this laptop back past 180*, the Chromebook switches to tablet mode and acts nearly as an Android tablet would. In fact, most games from the Play Store are available on this computer. I found myself one evening with my girlfriend on the couch with the computer in tablet mode, screen mirroring the laptop to her TCL smart Google TV, and were playing a Trivia game. It was a lot of fun. But that’s the kind of thing you can do with a 2-in-1. I also love using it in tent mode, using an external keyboard and mouse, and using this thing like an actual workstation. The versatility is fantastic. In terms of performance, most tasks on this thing are web-based like Google Sheets, Docs, Photos, etc. so the Intel Core i3 chip in this is just a beast. And even the on-device AI features are quick. I never ran into a hiccup on this machine. Even in tablet mode, this thing handled everything I threw at it. The battery life is also spectacular, with consistent 7-10 hours of screen on time. Even in standby mode, I saw little battery drain. A few other features worth mentioning: - There is a built-in webcam cover you can slide to hide or unhide the camera. - The left side of the unit has a power button and volume rocker which come in handy when using this machine in tablet mode. - There isn’t a power button (that I saw) on the keyboard of the laptop, so you’ll use the one on the left side to power on the laptop. The only criticism I have is that the case this Chromebook is housed in is a little chunkier than similar laptops in this class and price range. It’s not too unwieldy, but it is one of the thicker laptops I’ve used in a few years. If you’re looking for a solid performing Chromebook, this thing is definitely a contender that I highly recommend.

I’m a bit torn on how to rate this machine because, while currently a computer I’m enjoying using, on initial startup, it was stuck in a boot loop for over an hour with a message indicating to not power off the device. Eventually, I was able to get the computer up and running and it’s been working well since then. This laptop is a great option for a student or professional focused on things like note taking, and word processing. With an i3, it’s powerful enough to complete every day tasks as mentioned, and the included Google App Store provides some app accessibility, though largely focused on mobile apps that also run on this computer. That said, the apps I did test out felt a bit buggy and not really great PC ports, and it was hard to separate apps designed for mobile vs those that had been optimized for PC. In its current iteration, I prefer to stay away from the provided App Store. The design of the computer is its biggest selling point. With a touch screen that folds comfortably flat, taking notes or drawing feels great. This effectively replaces the need for having a separate tablet or drawing pad available. Overall, if I assume the boot loop issue was a minor software failure and not an inherent problem with the computer, then I can still recommend this computer, despite those issues.

I was first introduced to Chrome OS and the original Chromebook several years in it's infancy. Google was on to something when they first created the orginal Chromebook. Fast forward to today, you find most schools are using Chromebooks for their students to utilize. Chromebooks and Chrome OS has been really good at fast boot times and virus protection, so I figured Google would find ways to improve the OS even further. Since I've had several Chromebooks from different manufacturers, I was expecting a similar experience with HP's Chromebook Plus x360. All I can say is that I was pleasantly surprised with my experience with the Chromebook Plus hardware. With upgraded specs all around, here are the features I find the most appealing: 8GB DDR5 ram 256 GB UFS intel i3-N305 Touchscreen with Multi-touch 10 year Chrome OS support HP Fast Charge WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 Unboxing the HP Chromebook x360 When first opening the Chromebook, I noticed the design. There is more of a premium feel and look. There are dual up-firing speakers where the sound can be increased pretty loud without distortion. The Chromebook is 3 pounds with a 14 inch full HD touchscreen. The screen gets really bright and the touchscreen is really responsive with minimal lag. The keyboard feels great to type on and also comes with back-lit lighting. Chromebook Plus features My experience using the HP Chromebook Plus x360 has been fairly positive. I love the fact that the Chromebook has enough horsepower to perform all the tasks that I throw at it. It's like having a android tablet and Chromebook all in one. I've downloaded multiple streaming apps to watch my favorite shows, and downloaded a few of my favorite cloud based gaming apps. I haven't used any of the AI features just yet, as I've been going through all the features of Chrome OS. Using the Chromebook for several days has allowed me to get things accomplished. I really like having both USB-C ports having the ability to charge. You don't even find this ability in most high end laptops. Only potential issues I can foresee is the hinges holding up over time when continually changing the position of the screen. I really like HP's Chromebook Plus x360. With all the added benefits, its like having the best of both words. Android apps, Chrome Web apps, and a full Chrome web browser all in one device. That's a win in my book.

TLDR: This Chromebook is a Plus series model. That defines computers that use the Chrome OS Operating System but have higher specifications as defined by Google. A Chromebook Plus must have at least a 12th-gen Intel i3 or 7000-series Ryzen 3 processor, 8 GB of RAM, a minimum of 128 GB of storage, an LED illuminated full HD 1920 X 1080 IPS screen, and a full HD webcam with noise reduction. Some Plus models also have touchscreens, illuminated keyboards, 256GB of SSD storage volume, and USB-C ports that contain both High Speed and Display Port protocols for video output to large monitors. In addition, many Plus models also are “2 in 1” in that their display screens will rotate completely backward to form a large tablet configuration should it be desired to be used in that format. This HP model Chromebook has all of the above higher specs, especially the 256GB of internal SSD storage. It has standard Google AI Artificial Intelligence features. I am submitting this review written on the HP Chromebook! This model uses a Intel Core i3 N-305 CPU processor and a 14” 1920 x 1080 (Full HD High Definition) IPS touchscreen display. The CPU is an 8 core die and runs at 3.8 Ghz speed with 6 Megabytes of Level 3 cache. The RAM is 8GB and is LPDDR5. Being a 14” model, it does not have a dedicated number pad but the keyboard is illuminated. (The number pad is usually found on 15” and larger computers due to the wider chassis dimension.) The weight is approximately 3 pounds and the stated dimensions are 12¾ inches left to right, 8¼ inches front to back and about 9/10 inch high when closed. Battery life is touted at 10 hours and 15 minutes. It is supplied with 2 USB-C ports, 1 USB-A port, volume controls, a headphone/microphone jack and a 45 watt AC power adapter/charger. There is no protective sleeve/carry case supplied as some other brands pack in the box. There also is no built-in microsSD slot for utility. The WiFi is 6E protocol for fast speeds. Bluetooth is 5.3. I tried and used my USB-C multi-port docking station and the USB-C ports wonderfully put out video allowing me to use 2 large 24” monitors and also charge the Chromebook when I plugged the included HP AC adapter into the PD Power Delivery port of the docking station. Google AI is built in and it is called Gemini. There is a blue diamond Gemini icon on the Chromebook shelf to activate Gemini and use it verbally or by typing in a command to enable services such as summarizing articles, searching anything, collect data from internet searches, generate images based on descriptions spoken or typed on the screen, and many other functions that are yet to be created. With Gemini, a “Magic Editor” is available in Google Photos to change, edit, or manipulate photos. This is started by circling a photo section and performing changes, movements, deletions or copying to that section. Gemini is also a writing machine in that the user may type in a writing task and Gemini searches, summarizes and writes what is requested. Gemini is also a chat engine in that it will reply to questions and rebuttals to what it produces. It is able to summarize web pages quickly. Gemini Live Translate, enables Google AI translated captions for audio and video. All Chromebooks power up fast, are virus protected because everything goes through Google servers where viruses and hacks are screened out, and run cool and last long on a battery charge. All also have free access to Google Docs word processing, Google Sheets for spreadsheets, Google Photos to store and edit images, a free Google Voice telephone number for making calls from Android and Chromebooks, YouTube, and other applications available free of charge. All documents created save automatically into your Google Drive offline “cloud” storage and are accessible from any computer once signed into a user's Gmail account. Google provides 15 GB of free storage room for all apps combined per Gmail account. (Create more Gmail accounts to get more storage for free). Chromebooks also have the ability to use Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel and others with Chrome OS versions. I have become adept at using Google free Docs, Sheets, Voice, Drive and of course YouTube on all my computers be they Chrome OS or Windows. Sign in with a Gmail account and all the files are there. Start creating on one computer, pick up on another to add or edit, sign in to another to print or continue working on documents. It is very versatile. Thanks Google ! Anyone who has a Microsoft OneDrive for file storage can easily use the Chromebook Settings menu, go to the Files section and integrate MicroSoft OneDrive files into a Chromebook by signing into the Microsoft account. In that manner, both Microsoft OneDrive files and Google drive files will appear for storage and use when needed on the Chromebook. I experienced long battery life, fast WiFi response using my WiFi 6 router in my home, decent sound via BlueTooth to some JVC, Sony, and Philips headphones and quite respectable sound using the built-in speakers which fire up on both sides of the keyboard. The touchscreen is bright and a joy to use. I had no issues with fingerprints since I keep my hands clean. The video camera is full 1080p High Definition and produced good images when I tested it with another user using Google Meet. I had no Zoom sessions yet but expect similar good results from others when I ask how I look. It runs cool and has some cooling holes on the bottom side so be careful and don't place it onto sheets, blankets or a sofa while using it since that sort of fabric surface will block the upward flow of cooling air into the bottom which is exited from the back edge below the display screen in back. Dust is the nemesis of good performance on any computer.

I have just closed this tablet after a good amount of use and I am a bit torn, it's very fun to use and provides most of your information across all your Google platforms at your fingertips- as if it were hardwired to tap into all your Google information. The i3 Intel Core works for most users- not gamers or heavy program intensive multi-taskers. I enjoyed the look and feel, especially the clean crisp bright screen with it's touchscreen capability. I did wish it had a number pad but I do enjoy the spacing of the keys for my clumsy typing. The screen is another nice design, you can push back the screen to the point you can make it a stand alone screen- great for watching videos/movies. You can also push it all the way back closed and it becomes a tablet and the layout also rotates. The ChromeOS is very easy to navigate, it simplifies the presentation and groups the info/apps in a very simplistic way. You can connect your android phone and your Google account. Once the google account is connected, all your Google accounts logon, YouTube, Gmail, photos, bookmarks...etc. This makes using it easy but also leaves your Chromebook with all your accounts open and unlocked. The amount of information someone could gain going thru the open accounts is immense. If it has all these accounts open, then I would have thought there would be a fingerprint lock or sometype of Microsoft Hello security to lock your laptop whenever you aren't directly opening it. I mentioned enough of the good, but I definitely felt this Chromebook is more geared towards beginning users, kids or older people who are not tech oriented and need everything at their fingertips- and super easily accessible via the OS. I genuinely like the idea but it is too much of a Chromebook and not enough of a laptop for me. Just know what type of USER you are to avoid any outgrowing that may occur if you buy this Chromebook.

Re: Hp CHROMEBOOK PLUS Version 129.0.6668.112 THE ‘LOVES’ · As someone who spends time with both GOOGLE and Hp platforms, the PLUS unit’s integration of their respective highest logic features delivers where it matters: a rugged build with a one-handed lightweight portability; a finger friendly, feel good keyboard/layout with a responsive touch pad; speedy navigation and a bright 1080p display; big storage; battery life extension tools; and, super geared up with a SETTINGS library of customizable options. Be warned, search SETTINGS and the little BLUE ROCKET Icon in the horizontal tray before drawing a hasty conclusion that the capability is not already on board! Though my needs are not-of-the high performance gaming and graphics ilk, online users indicate performance is sufficient for the price point. Nonetheless, above and beyond the ample built-ins is a blinding array of trial discounts and perks affording growth in a multitude of directions for the those gifted with time and ambition. · So, for my economic tolerance and to satisfy my word processing and document management demands, streaming, video conferencing, time management, and similar, this Hp CHROMEBOOK Plus is an upgrade packed with features from basic to extraordinary. Really happy I refrained from shelling out the dough for that MS Surface Pro, a heart throb now rivalled by a “back-to-the-future” near match. · Though not yet ready for the GEMINI Advanced Free Trial version, love that entry GEMINI AI allows GOOGLE ASSIST to respond to voice to a variety of commands and inquiries for such data points as the time, the weather, as well as more complex duties for a hands-free means to record the multitude of tasks that come to mind, to summon the music I want, to use TEXT to SPEECH to have recipes read to me without having to revisit text with goopy hands, etc · Start Up felt insecure at times because I was not sure what performance issues would emerge with denial of MS GOOGLE’s access to so much personal data. So, to expedite, I clicked ACCEPT with the intention to later craft more circumspect privacy settings, recognizing governing forces can back door anything at any time. As with other AI platforms, the digital data access Agreement required to explore GEMINI AI is especially unnerving. The trade off between convenience and privacy is a frustrating paradox. · Beyond personal transparency issues, set up was a fast and easy scroll through basic personalization parameters. · A tech glitch slowed my roll when wifi got wonky, remembering no Ethernet port on this unit, I used a USB-C cord to connect phone to Hp CHROMEBOOK. Moments later, remembered I could Tether with Blue Tooth. · Then, in SETTINGS, bumped into how to use an eSIM or SIM Profile for a stable internet connection when/if wifi gets problematic for home or travel, another reminder to see SETTINGS and/or the BLUE ROCKET for all available features. · Wow! No hassle, no jostling required: The display affords immediate touchscreen activation. · And more Wow: To "pitch the tent" into tablet, streaming view, or presentation mode, just flip the screen backwards. · Moreover, the1080p display resolution and audio for youTube, conferencing, music, and similar is quality for my standards; and the headset port affords privacy or, if preferred, use BLUETOOTH. · The phone to laptop connection is now more fluid and stable than an earlier MS version, too glitchy to endure. So, responding to text messages from my keyboard really promotes minimal interruption to workflow. · A big deal for me is not only having a long charging cord but the convenience of charging/data transfer ports on both sides of the unit, a “highest logic” CHROMEBOOK standard but not for competitors I have used. So, no more strained ports and awkward cord-to-outlet connections. · And ‘Thank the Lord’, CHROMEBOOKS weird CAPS LOCK hassle was vetoed by Hp’s Logic! · Can now extend battery life by enabling Adaptive Charging. · BTW, owners get support updates for TEN years better than previous limits. THE ‘NOT SO MUCH’ · I would prefer a shutter on my web cam but learned in SETTINGS I can shut down camera access for Apps In Use but more hassle than a simple slider. · Unhappy that while in an Outlook calendar, I was unable to slide items between days. Instead, I would have to open to change the date/time. Maybe there’s a revision in SETTINGS or will get HELP. · Prefer the Hp Logic re Cut/Paste, etc. Options are accessed via a drop-down menu but I was still unable to apply the action when required. Again, maybe there’s a revision to be discovered in SETTINGS or will summon HELP. · Since habituated by the MS platform, I personally favor the one finger scroll over the CHROMEBOOK two finger spec but nice that the UI allows reversal of the scrolling direction but can be set in the direction I like, among other options. · Though I prefer backlit keyboards, I suppose only so many features can be smushed into such a tiny footprint. ***************************************************************** Overall, the Hp CHROMEBOOK Plus collab has made commendable progress in establishing next-level synchrony of a long list of tools to process the challenges of a modern day’s journey: from self-care to deadlines into (hopefully) moments of education and entertainment. Peace of mind emerges when apps have this unit’s stable platform from which to deliver the goods: calendar, media, photos, videos, phone calls, texts, and all that comes with black box AI. 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Short Version: This HP 14-inch Chromebook is a perfect fit for students or anyone who works a lot from cloud-based resources. It offers an excellent back-lit keyboard, decent trackpad, more storage than traditional Chromebooks, easy access to both Google and Microsoft Cloud services, and EXCELLENT battery life, this is the perfect mobile computer as long as you have internet access. Detailed Version: I've had a few Chromebooks over the years and appreciate their lightweight form factor and generally decent battery life. When all you need is a computer to access web-based resources such as your email, social media, and other websites, Chromebooks offer an affordable means to this, thus their popularity in schools. Obviously they run Google Chrome as the web browser, but they have evolved to be a lot more functional. If you are mostly current with the Chromebook system (regardless of the computer), some reasons you might choose this HP 14-in 2-in-1 Chromebook include: - A nice 14-inch display. Definitely makes it easier to comfortably use the computer without hunching over the laptop to see the screen. - Nice keyboard that includes a subtle backlight - the backlight is not adjustable (either on or off), but it's actually very good, bright enough in the dark and evenly lit. The light behind the keys is not distracting when you are using it in normal lighting conditions. The keyboard does make a little noise, but its actually rather quiet overall. - 2-in-1 - includes a touch screen, and can be rotated 360 degrees to be used as a tablet, or any range in between. - 8 GB memory and a 256 GB storage SSD - lower-end Chromebooks commonly have 4 GB of memory, and with everything that can be done in the web browser today, that can really bog down your computer, so 8 GB makes it much snappier and easier to run with multiple tabs and/or apps. The 256 GB of storage means you can actually store some files on this computer and not rely strictly on the cloud. If you have never used a Chromebook or it's been awhile, here are some reasons why this might be a good option for you: - Decent integration with Microsoft Office and OneDrive - you can add OneDrive as an app on this computer, and it will appear in the navigation area of your File Manager, similar to how you see it on other computers. You can add Microsoft Office, which is really just an app that gives you access to the web version of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, but it's much easier to open your OneDrive files with this setup. - A variety of apps - there are a lot of apps available to add to your Chromebook. Many are the same as the "web" version that you may already be familiar with, but these run in separate windows from Google Chrome itself, so it feels more like computer environments you are familiar with. - Chromebooks easily sync your data and setup - after signing in, my setup from an old Chromebook was immediately available on this computer, including all of my docked apps at the bottom and my entire Chrome setup. This does require that you allow this synchronization, but it makes it about as easy as it can be to set up, migrate, or just reinstall Chrome OS if something goes wrong. Other things I like about this model: - 2 USB-C and 1 USB-A ports - Volume buttons on the side (not really necessary when using the keyboard, but handy when using it as a tablet. - Responsive track pad - Bright screen, even at 50%, meaning you can save some battery life. - Webcam includes a switch to cover it - Headphone jack - The ability to orient the track pad scrolling in either direction (I am NOT a fan of "natural" scrolling), and this option shows up during the setup! - You can update your wallpaper with AI-generated images right from the settings. - Battery life, battery life, battery life - I charged it to 100% in the morning, checked a few things, closed the laptop, and came back that evening and it was still at 100%, without shutting the computer all the way down. The standby time on it is excellent! Some things I don't like or could be better: - Speakers - the speakers are along the sides of the keyboard and are upward firing (always better than downward firing), and they get very loud, but they lack so much bass that it sounds like a tin can. - No SD or micro SD card slot - The track pad is responsive, but retracts slightly from the lightest touch. If you are used to pressing on the track pad and getting tactile feedback, picture this as getting the same but barely touching it. - When using as a laptop, the hinges could be a bit tighter. While typing this review, the laptop is sitting on my lap and leaning back a bit. More than once, I had to pull the display closer to 90-degrees or it would lean back to the point it was reflecting the light on the ceiling. As of this writing, this model of Chromebook also includes a year-long subscription to their AI service, Gemini, along with 2 TB of Google Drive storage. This is a nice bonus, but will cost after the yearlong trial is up. However, it's a great way to test out Gemini at no cost, and who can argue with that much storage space? Gemini is cloud-based, so it doesn't require the better hardware that this laptop contains, but honestly this is the level of hardware that a lot of internet applications needs, so it really improves the experience. Overall, I would recommend this Chromebook to anyone looking for a Chrome OS computer. Just remember that this is an internet-based computer and will be far less useful without access. While this will run you a bit more than lower end models, the improved hardware pays off.

I have owned many Chromebooks over the past decade and have grown to love their simplicity, malware resistance, and smooth/fast operation. This model from HP follows that pattern and has a lot of nice features. Pros: - Like all Chromebooks, set-up is extremely easy. Just connect to Wi-Fi, log-in with your Gmail account, and you'll be up and running with 10 minutes or so. There was a larger than usual update for this device which I was surprised to see, but I did get a message that future updates would be much faster. This initial update was likely for the Google AI features included (Gemini). - Audio and video are excellent. The onboard speakers are more than sufficient and the Full HD touch screen was beautiful. I watched several high quality videos and the images were breathtaking (see pic). - This Chromebook comes with the Gemini App pre-installed. This can lend itself to better performance than just using Gemini within a browser. I have used this app to generate logos for my kid's soccer teams and have played around with writing songs, stories and poems and have really liked how useful it can be. - The keyboard and touchpad are well designed. I found them both very comfortable to use. - Being able to fold the Chromebook a full 360 degrees and use it as a tablet provides excellent versatility. I love the ability to use a stylus to draw, make hand written notes, play touch games off the Google app store, etc. - Some Chromebooks these days provide very few USB ports (sometimes only 1). This HP model comes with 1 USB-A and 2 USB-C ports. - I love the size of this 14" Chromebook. It is very light and easy to fit into any backpack, briefcase, or travel bag. Cons: - While the keyboard can be back-lit, it is not bright. I have not yet found a way to increase or decrease the brightness. You have to be in a nearly pitch black room to even notice that the keys are back-lit. - The price on this model is a little high considering some of the specs are lower end. Overall I really like this Chromebook. But I do think it is a little pricey for what you get. I'd look for it on sale and scoop it up at a better price point.

Verdict: Compact computer that is zippy and can be used as a tablet. I highly recommend it for students, professional who work within the google ecosystem, and for media consumption. Not made for high-end gamers, power users who need to install heavy applications, or users who need a dedicated graphics card. First impressions. It’s an average looking silver laptop. The laptop is light, thin, and super portable. The silver hinges look very nice. There are speakers on both sides of the keyboard, which is a good use for the space. The touchpad is large and provides “click” feedback. It works well but there is an odd click when pressing the top left part of the touchpad; it seems to not be well seated on my laptop. The keyboard feels comfortable and the backlit keys type well. The touchscreen bends all the way back so you can use the laptop as a tablet. The computer comes with a charger and that’s it. Setup. Mixed experience here, mostly because of required updates… The computer says “1-2 minutes of updates,” but it took about 45 min! However once updates were done, getting started with this computer is about as easy as can be… Sign-in to your Gmail and that’s it! Just awesome. Performance. It works well for what it’s made to do… Work in the google echo system and media consumption. Stereo speakers are decent and loud (but lacking bass). The Full HD screen resolution is good and colors are bright and clear. Features. The top row of keys has all kinds of convenient quick-access tools, like “back navigation,” refresh, full-screen, screen capture, brightness, etc. There is a search button on the keyboard… I LOVE that. I have used it a dozen times a day already. As artificial intelligence gets better, this will become a power tool and probably a very common feature on future laptops; great way to think ahead. Specs. This laptop actually has quite decent specs, especially considering how efficient Chrome OS is. The computer is quite fast and smooth with the Intel i3, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. Things I like: - Good specs that shine when paired with Chrome OS - Full HD screen - AI Search is super convenient - WIFI 6E - There is a privacy shutter on the webcam, thank you!! - Runs very efficiently; doesn’t really get hot - Great battery life - Decent stereo speakers - No virus, ever?! - Full HD webcam Things I don’t like: - My touchpad makes a weird soung Overall, this is a great laptop for its intended purpose. The specs paired with Chrome OS make for a really fast and smooth experience. This laptop has shown me that you can work and play entirely in the Google ecosystem. I highly recommend this computer for students and professionals that primarily use the Google apps.

Bought this to replace my SECOND Acer Chromebook Spin (713, then 714); both of which died after less than 2 years (NOTE TO SELF- Stay away from Acer!). I really like the x360. I just wish HP would make a display that is more than 250-300 nits in brightness (this one is 300). In a bright room or outside on a porch, the brightness has to be turned up full to see the display. Also, I later discovered this Chromebook does not support USI Styluses. A bit disappointing, but it is what it is. Aside from that, the speakers are great, plenty of power and the keyboard is great! I recommend this model!

It's perfect for my kid, once he can use for school at home, attend to on line classes through zoom, communicate with family and firends and also play games. And it's touch screen and flips becoming a big tablet, what is great for traveling.

Purchased this Chromebook for my wife who is tech challenged, and she loves it so far. It's fairly light, screen is bright and sharp, and it has a backlit keyboard.

Great computer for me. On a very busy day staff went to the back room and got the model I wanted. Geek Squad was a big help! Very clear display.

Picked this up on the black Friday sale for my daughter she loves it and likes that it’s not to big fits in school bag ect.

I wanted to try out one of the new Copilot+PC’s for a project and needed a new laptop for working on while traveling. Decided on the HP OmniBook X Copilot+PC as I’ve had pretty good experience with my prior HP Elitebooks and this model was readily available