Introduction: The Samsung
Chromebook Series 5 550 has the advantage of a lot more RAM than some of
its predecessors. It offers improved access to the Chrome OS system. The processor on the tablet is faster than the
previous version. On the downside the price is a bit high. It also requires
that the user is always online, a situation that is sometimes impractical in
certain circumstances. Moreover it also suffers from the general limitations of
the Chrome OS system. At $549, you
might be better off looking elsewhere for an efficient tablet.
Specifications: One
of the problems for consumers is the fact that up to date, they do not really
understand the concept of Chromebook.
The use of cloud-based applications and services is attractive until you lose
your internet connection. It is at that point that you will be hoping for
rescue by the Windows or Mac OS which work offline as well as
online. In terms of portability the Samsung Chromebook Series 5 550 tablet is very thin. It measures 12” and can fit in
most places. However you do not get a hard or CD drive. Instead you have to
rely on some remote programs to carry out the basic functions.
What is the practical use of a gadget that requires you
to be online all the time? In this review we were not convinced that the Samsung Chromebook Series 5 550 tablet
is the answer. There are traditional alternatives which are much cheaper and
yet as effective as this latest product. The battery life is necessarily very
good but that is not always the primary concern of consumers when they are
looking for a practical device. They have worked on the hardware but you would
have to pay $549 if you wanted a Verizon
3G wireless antenna.
The specification includes an Intel Celeron processor
and 4GB worth of memory. The hard drive has 16GB SSD. The full dimensions for
the Samsung Chromebook Series 5 550
are 11” by 25” by 8.3”. It stands 0.7” tall with a diagonal screen size of
12.1”. This comes to 3.7lbs in weight when everything is included. Ultimately
we found this device to be ultraportable during the review. However the pricing
strategy and limitations discouraged us.
Pros:
The device benefits from a faster and more powerful operating system than its
predecessor.
Cons:
The fact that you are required to be on the internet all the time is
frustrating. We also feel that the pricing strategy is too harsh.
Editor
Rating: The Samsung
Chromebook Series 5 550 deserves 3.5 stars out of 5 following this review.
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