Samsung Chromebook In Stock at Amazon.co.uk

If you were wondering when the Series 5 Samsung Chromebook was going to be available to buy then you’ll be pleased to hear that it is in stock at Amazon UK.

Choose between the cheaper WiFi version of the 3G model.

The Chromebook is the new Google powered ultra portable PC from Samsung, ideal for those that spend their lives online! Not so good if you need to run Windows software!

The Series 5 has already been released in the US, head over to Amazon.com if you are on the other side of the Atlantic.

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How to Disassemble the Samsung Chromebook

If you are the kind of person who can’t wait to get inside their new Samsung Chromebook then this “tear down” will be of great interest to you!

The guys over at iFixit have managed to get hold of a Chromebook and what’s more they’ve taken the thing apart!

If you are keen to check out the internals or want to learn how to replace the battery of the Series 5 Chromebook then you’ ll want to read their article carefully.

Obviously opening up your notebook will result in the invalidation of the warranty and is not recommended.  However if you are prepared to take on the risk yourself then iFixit gave the Series 5 Chromebook a score of 6 out of 10 for repairability.

They list the following points:

SSD, Wi-Fi, and WWAN, and most other components are individual modules that can be replaced independentlyDisplay is very easy to removeMostly-plastic construction feels a little cheapRAM is not replaceableBattery cannot be removed without opening the case

The last two points may well be off putting for a number of potential owners, but several brands, Apple in particular, have never been good at allowing self upgrades – it hasn’t held them back!

Opened up your Chromebook?  Made some mods?  We’d love to hear from you in our Chromebook forum!

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Pre-Order Samsung Chromebook US

Just got an email from Amazon.com informing us that the Series 5 is now up for pre-order:

Samsung Series 5 Wi-Fi Chromebook (Titan Silver) is now available to order from Amazon

Amazon list the following specs:

Processor: 1.66 GHz Intel Atom dual-core N570 processorStorage: 16 GB solid-state drive (SSD)System Memory: 2 GBCommunications: Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)Ports: Two USB 2.0, 4-in-1 memory card reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC)Video out: VGA (via optional dongle)Audio: Built-in stereo speakers, combo headphone/microphone jackBattery: 6-cell battery for up to 8.5 hours of useWebcam: 1-megapixel

 Currently listed up for $429.99, and expected to be released on June 15th.  The Chromebook is the new Google Chrome OS powered notebook from Samsung which promises 10 second boot times and superior security.

If you buy pre-order one please let us know, we’d love to hear your thoughts on the Series 5 in our Chromebook forum!

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Pre-Order Samsung Chromebook UK

Following on from the news that the Samsung Chromebook is on sale in the US, it looks like it is listed up on Amazon.co.uk too!

Check it out here.

If you want to pre-order the Samsung Chromebook in the UK, head over to Amazon and you can be one of the first UK owners!

Note, there are actually two versions available to buy:

WiFi - For access to WiFi hotspots (£350)3G - For access to the mobile phone networks (£399)

Not sure what to make of the price,  when compared to netbooks I think that the Chromebook does offer more for your money in terms of hardware, but one would hope a Windowless machine could be sold a little cheaper. 

For £400 you can get some well specced Windows powered notebooks, and from there you can install any OS you prefer.  That said, your average budget notebook won’t compete with the Series 5's slick looks, quality screen and fast boot times.

At this price I’d consider buying one, knock another £50 off and I’d be jumping on it!

Amazon suggest a Chromebook release date of 1st July.

Bought one?

If you do get hold of one of these, please get in touch.  We’d love to hear your thoughts, see some pics and find out what the Series 5 is really capable of!  Head over to our chromebook forum now!

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Samsung Chromebook Unboxing and Preview

I always think you have to be kinda geeky to want to watch an unboxing but this little video from Liliputing will give you a great impression of what to expect from the new Series 5 Samsung Chromebook.

Definitely worth a flick through if you want to get a good idea of just how smart, light and compact this 12? Samsung notebook really is.

Got any thoughts, join the chat in the Chromebook forum area.

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