I love Chromebooks. They’re fun and useful devices, and I appreciate the simplicity they provide over Windows and macOS. I also appreciate that there are Chromebooks for everyone, whether you want a ...

Laptops can be expensive pieces of technology to acquire. When Google introduced the Chromebook, it quickly became known as a budget-friendly alternative to pricier laptop models. Here’s how you can ...

What are Chromebook CROSH commands? CROSH stands for “Chrome Shell.” This is a command shell terminal that allows you to interact directly with Chrome OS, Google’s Linux-based operating system. You ...

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The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 (2H) is a well-rounded Chromebook that balances design, display, build quality, and battery life. The slow flash memory and middling processor mean it's not the best for ...

If you’re not a frequent ChromeOS user, determining an in-hand Chromebook’s specs can be tricky. Many Chromebook users are satisfied just using the machines to surf the web and, thus, don’t often have ...

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...