Chromebook Care

Proper Chromebook Usage Slides

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Proper Way to Carry Your Chromebook and Ways to Prevent Damage

Proper Use of Chromebook Case

How to Borrow a Chromebook from CSI at GHS

NO CYBERBULLYING!

Turning in Your Chromebook for Repair at GHS

Chromebook Repair Charges

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Proper Chromebook Usage Videos

Video 1

*Video 1 Notes

• Students should not play around with other students that are carrying a Chromebook. If a Chromebook is damaged by another student goofing off, the student who irresponsibly goofs around will be charged for the damages of the Chromebook. Just because you don't own the Chromebook doesn't mean you will not be charged for the damages you cause to others. 

• Students should also avoid using their Chromebooks when walking down the hallway. This is an accident waiting to happen.

• Avoid having food and drinks around your Chromebook. Students will be charged for damages if liquids or food are the cause for damaging a Chromebooks.

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Video 2

*Video 2 Notes

Although this video seems far fetched, it is a true story. Rather you are riding home on the school bus or you are in a car, be responsible with your Chromebook. If a vehicle comes to a sudden stop, you can easily lose control of your Chromebook and damage it. It is best that you do not use your Chromebook in a moving vehicle. 

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Video3

*Video 3 Notes

• Avoid carrying your Chromebook in your backpack. Carrying your Chromebook in your book bag may result in books and other objects pressing against it, causing damage that will require a trip to GHS CSI to get your Chromebook repaired. You may also accidentally drop your bag or forget that you are carrying your Chromebook in your backpack and throw it down (as seen in the video) that will cause unnecessary damage. 

• When storing your Chromebook in your locker, be careful where you place it. Do not stack books or any other objects on or between your Chromebook. Placing your Chromebook on the top shelf of your locker  with no other books or objects (as seen in video) is the best option to avoid any damage when storing your Chromebook in a locker. 

• Do not use your Chromebook when your teacher is giving classroom instructions or has told you to put it away. Remember, Chromebooks are meant to aid your learning in the classroom, not be a distraction to your learning environment. 

• Avoid storing any objects in your Chromebook case.

Acer C730 & C731 2016/17

Acer C730

Acer C731

Last year, we purchased the Acer C730 and distributed to our 3rd, 6th, & 9th grade students. After a half year of use, the C730 has proven to be a durable machine. There has not been any C730's turned in for a broken keyboard or bottom case. The old model (C720) had numerous issues with these parts being broken on a regular basis. The biggest issue with the Acer C730 Chromebooks is the keyboards have had some typing issues. However, the warranty covers those issues and relieves the cost of purchasing a new part.

The Acer C731 is a new version of the C730. This model comes with a few upgrades that makes it more appealing than the C730.  The battery life of the Acer C731 can last up to 12 hours. Just like the C730, it also has a spill resistant keyboard that is able to withstand up to 11 ounces of water. The keyboard key caps are recessed to keep them from being easily removed. It also has 4GB of memory compared to 2GB in the Acer C730. The Acer C731 can sustain drops up to 48 inches and handle 132 pounds of downward force on its lid. The Acer C731 is obviously an upgrade and seems to be more durable than the Acer C730.

Lenovo N42 Review 2016/17

Lenovo N42

Product Specifications

Lenovo N42-20 Touch Chromebook 80VJ - Celeron N3060 / 1.6 GHz - Chrome OS - 4 GB RAM - 16 GB eMMC - 14" touchscreen 1366 x 768 ( HD ) - HD Graphics 400 - Wi-Fi -black

Battery> 3-cell - up to 11 hours

Main storage- 16 GB SSD



CSI Students Reviews

The N42 Chromebook is the biggest chromebook out of the 4. It is big and a nuisance to carry around school. It is way to hard to fix, it takes forever to get the back off. The bezel is flimsy and easy to break. It_has good battery life. You would also have to order all new parts. It is not the best option for a new chromebook.
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I Really like the N42.  It's more stable and sturdy so it breaks less.  But it's harder to carry around the halls you could drop it.  It's has a bigger screen and touchpad which is better.  It's easier to fix.  But the speakers aren't good at all.
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The N42  is more of a college bound chromebook. I did not like the size of it, it was way too big, heavy and bulky to carry about the whole day. The sound was very muffled when I turned it all the way up and wasn't very loud. The keys also were sticky when typing and the feel of the keys were too slick. The sturdiness was very good, it didn't feel like it was going to break easy. The quality of the screen was impressive, very bright. I also liked that the camera didn’t move/rotate.
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The size of the screen is enjoyable for watching videos.  The keyboard is a bit too small for how big the rest of the chromebook is.  The touchpad is more “touchy,” if that makes sense.  The graphics quality is extremely nice compared to the ones we have now, and the larger screen helps that a lot.  As expected, this newer chromebook connects to the internet faster than the older ones.  The downsides to this chromebook, are its size, and the awkward key sizes.
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I like how big the screen is, it's big enough to do almost anything, basically like a laptop. I also like how easy it looks to fix, that's a huge thing since there going to need to be fix often.  I really don't like how heavy and bulky it is though. It would be difficult to carry around to every class too, so that's a negative.  But it's very sturdy and I like how big the touch pad is, which is good for scrolling.

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When reviewing the Lenovo N42, there were some things that I did like but there were also some things that I found to be a bit useless. The thing that I definitely noticed and liked right off the bat was the protective material that covers the entire laptop. I think that it’s definitely a step up from the Acer C720 chromebook normal plastic casing. The N42 appears to he far more durable and more resistant to scratches and looks less likely to get dirty when compared to the Acer chromebook. Although the casing seems to be more durable, it looks like it would be a hassle to take off in order to repair or replace parts within the laptop. I found that the keys were quieter, the screen resolution seemed to be sharper, and the touchpad was much more responsive when compared to the Acer chromebook. The only two big problems that I had with it was the sound quality of the speakers, which was just awful (it sounded like the Acer chromebooks but muffled), and the overall size of it.

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This is way too big to carry around school, let alone outside of school, because a lot of kids have to walk home. It seems pretty solid and nice, I think it was practical, except the size of the computer. Instead of switching to these computers we should stick with a normal chromebook, or something like that, because this is a hefty big computer.

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The Lenovo N42 was big. That size would be too big for students. They already have to carry multiple books, folders, note books, and textbooks. I do like that the keyboard is larger. It feels more durable. The video and sound quality were good. This one has 10 hours of battery life. The camera is 720p. We wouldn’t be able to use any of the same parts. Plus, the parts might be more expensive because it’s larger.

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The first thing I noticed about this machine is how sturdy and well put together it all is. It is also much more aesthetically appealing compared to our current chromebooks we are using. The size of this Lenovo is quite bigger than our standard issue here at GHS, but that doesn’t mean that is a bad thing. Another notable and crucial piece of information that you must consider is that this chromebook is a real bore to repair. On the other hand, if it is built sturdier, there will be less need for repairs.

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Most of the chromebooks we have now have 11.6 inch screens. The lenovo n42 is the biggest, having a 14 inch screen. I like how big the screen is because it’s easier to see little things and just is better for your eyes. But with the screen being so big it also makes the chromebook bigger. That causes problems because it makes it uncomfortable to carry the chromebook and your books because the chromebook is so much bigger than the books. It’s got good speakers that are clear and don't sound muffled. The HD is really good with its video and picture graphics. In my opinion I don't think it's a good chromebook to get because it takes up so much space and some of the other chromebooks offer better features.

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This chromebook’s first impression on me would have to be the design to it, I think it’s pretty slick. If I were to compare the speed performance to the regular chromebooks, this one would top it for sure. I don’t agree with the size of the keyboard because it’s just too big and kind of awkward due to that. Although the screen is bigger producing an image I feel is more clear, the build is just too big in general for people to comfortably carry. The big build does increase it’s resistance as well as act more durable.

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The Lenovo N42 is the best of the best chromebook. The screen is 14 inches. The design is very durable and it will not be easy to break and easy to fix. The screen is supposed to be very hard to crack also and it is cheaper than other screen but it is bigger which is a plus. The best thing about the chromebook is that it has up to 11 hours in battery life. It has a water resistant keyboard. It is right around 200 dollars.

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The slightly larger brother of the lenovo N22 is the N42 model. Unlike the N22, the N42 model did away with the flippable webcam feature, helping its durability. The N42 is slightly larger than the N22, including a 14 inch screen compared to the N22’s 11.6 inch screen. As far as cost is concerned, the N42 is also slightly cheaper. All factors included, the N42 does not have any major negative features.
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It's a bigger screen so it would be easier to see your work on the chromebook but also its to big to carry around, got a nice response to the keyboard it clicks when you press on the buttons, light weighs less than current chromebook, 2 usb ports so has the all same ports as current chromebook;  not really needed but nice to have, touchpad is smooth glides real nice, auto correct is on top of things, sound is great loud and clear. The chromebook does not have a very good wifi connection; moves slower than current chromebook; looks like it would not be fun to take apart. Other than that it’s a nice chromebook, I could see some uses for this new chromebook  
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The lenovo N42 was kinda large. The thing I liked most about it was that is was big, but yet it was light. Many people didn’t like the big screen, but I thought it was cool because you could see more. Also the speakers weren’t the best but they were good, there’s probably going to be a very slim chance you will play music off of it. Unless you want to play music at your house. With the big bezel and the tough exterior it’s going to be really durable. The keyboard is nice to type on, you have more room, I like how big the touchpad is also. The camera is the same as the chromebooks we have now, but who uses the cameras now days? The only thing to really worry about with the Lenovo N42 is kids would think it’s just a little too big for some of the desk we have. For example, if you have the laptop on the desk and you have to write for english and you have to use notebook, the notebook won’t be able to fit and it would be hard to complete your homework.
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The Lenovo N42’s size is considerably larger than the current chromebooks issued to the students. When watching educational videos, for school purposes, the speakers play quite well. The screen is 2 inches larger than the current chromebook, 14”. The price on Amazon Prime is less than this one. The hinges are rather stiff, it’s also not touch screen. The hinges allow it to flatten and because of that I believe that it will break easier.

Lenovo N22 Touch and Non Touch 2016/17

Lenovo N22

Lenovo N22 Chromebook 80SF

- Celeron N3050 / 1.6 GHz -

Chrome OS - 4 GB RAM - 16 GB

eMMC - 11.6" 1366 x 768 ( HD) 

HD Graphics - Wi-Fi

Battery> 3-cell - up to 11 hours

Main storage- 16 GB SSD



CSI Students Reviews

Lenovo n22 pretty much the same as the touch screen. It has a nice battery life of 10-11 hours long. The color accuracy is a little off and it feels really small but it weighs more than the the touch screen and still has the pointless 360 degree camera.

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Lenovo N22 touch: The lenovo N22 touch and the original one is exactly alike, except for the fact that it is touch screen. And in some cases that may be helpful and some people prefer to have the touch because it is 2 in 1. I like this chromebook but I do think both of these chromebooks are a bit small.

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There is more of the chromebook that I didn’t like than I did like. I feel as in touch screen is useless for school use and increases the probability that the screens need to be replaced. I very rarely see people use the camera to begin with, so the 360 degree swivel camera is useless and it will most likely break faster than the C720. For as small of a computer as it is, it weighs almost 3 lbs for 11.6 in screen. The carrying handle feels flimsy. I enjoyed the response from the keyboard. 11.6 in screen is a good size for a school computer. The chromebook feels sturdy as a whole.

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My first comment is going to be of course about how touchscreen is a great added design. I’d say this needs a fold over top because the keyboard is just weird to always have in front of you when using touchscreen. I’d give this one the best sound quality so it could be used to project to a class if necessary. The downside would be how much more expensive it is to repair/replace these builds. It could start to get irritating having to clean fingerprints off of the screen due to excess touching and smudging being easy to distribute.

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The lenovo n22 is a okay chromebook. It has a hard case, it is durable, and the keyboard feels nice to type on. The camera is better quality than the original chromebooks. The spinning camera seems like it may break easy and cause a distraction. I did not get the opportunity to take it apart so i do not know how easy it is to fix. It is kinda bulky in your hands and may be easier to drop.

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The N22 (touch screen) can be useful with the touchscreen but can also get dirty easier. The screen is a good size not too big not too small and it would be easier to carry around. But Just because it is a touch and its freshman getting them i feel they would be more rough with the screen. Also the flip camera could be a plus because you can turn it around to take pictures but also could get snapped off. But then again flipping the camera is easier than putting tape on it. Overall I think it is a good computer.

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The Lenovo N22 Touch is pretty much the exact same thing as the normal N22, the only difference I saw was that the resolution looked slightly better than the normal N22 (probably because it’s a touchscreen). Other than that, it’s almost identical to the regular Lenovo N22. I found that the touchscreen was useful, but I don’t think that it’s a necessary feature for us to have. Also, I think that if it were to get damaged in any way, it would be much more expensive to fix or replace. Just ordering the extra screens to have on hand for repairs would cost much more than we would care to spend.

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The Lenovo N22 Touch has a bright screen. The speakers aren’t clear and the video quality is alright. It is more sturdy, but at the same time its light weight being 2.7 pounds. The video camera rotates from front to rear facing. It could be broken easily. The keyboard is water resistant. The keyboard does seem a little small. The touch screen is a nice feature, but it might be hard to fix. It also has 14 hours of battery life.

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The camera flips around so that could be bad because people may be also be taking pictures of others without their permission. The sound is bad. Its scratchy and not very loud at all. The keys get kinda sticky sometimes. The touch pad doesn't move very well.

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This was an odd build to me mainly because I don’t like how small it is, like it’s just barely under what I’d give minimum requirement for size. I feel like the indent around the touchpad was a nice touch because now it gives your finger and edge to know is your drop off point. The movable camera is a nice touch but being reversible, it could prove to cause some problems with people taking unnecessary issues. The carry handle can be very useful as long as the connection is strong enough to handle students swinging it around due it being highly likely to happen. The speaker placement was an odd location in my opinion. The material used feels slick like it aims towards using the handle to prevent slipping.

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Lenovo N22 Touch is cool because it's a touch screen. The flip camera is cool and it’s also difficult to take apart. The touch screen would be difficult to repair. I also don’t think high schoolers are responsible enough to take care of it.

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The N22 sound is a lot clearer than the N42 but it seems a bit quieter. I like how there is a handle on the back of it so you don’t have to worry about dropping it without a case. It kinda looks like we would need a whole different kind of charger for it so any chargers we already have won’t work with it.

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The Lenovo N22 Touch is a nice chromebook. Every school needs touchscreen chromebooks. Like others i am a big fan of the twisty camera and the screen resolution.  But, i am not a huge fan of the touch pad, and sound.  The chromebook is a great size, and i like how nice and quiet the keyboard is, it’s very appropriate for a classroom environment. Like most new chromebooks, very nice, hard, and sturdy plastic.

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The Lenovo N22 Touch has 11.6” display, 16GB hard drive, weighs 4.1 lbs and Google Chrome. I like the handle on the chromebook because it's easier to transport. I dislike the small screen because it's not enough room to for multiple windows to be open. I like the rotating camera pictures from all angles. I like the touch screen cause it's easier access.

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I like the screen, it’s brighter and more vibrant. It seems to me the internet is faster than old chromebooks. Keys are smaller and closer together makes it easier and faster to type. Touch pad is easy to handle but I feel like it's too sensitive to touch. I barely touch it and it starts reacting. It gets loud but I feel like you have to turn it all the way up to hear it and everything lower is same volume.  I don’t like how the camera rotates around I thinks it’s going to be a problem breaking down. Kids are gonna be able to turn camera around and take pictures and videos of others in class.  I think the border outline around screen should prevent screen damages it seems pretty thicker and secure.
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I personally like the spinning camera on these chromebooks, but I don’t think it would be good for little kids to have because they will constantly play with it and it could get broken. The feature of it bending all the way flat is great for avoiding bending it too much and breaking it. The screen and the keyboard are both very small. This can hurt some people's eyes when they are trying to look at something smaller than it usually is. Finally it feels much more sturdy and durable than the chromebooks we have now. A did dislike is that there is a handle and it doesn’t seem very reliable at all.
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The Lenovo N22 has a nice quality matte texture on the outside but it seems very slippery, the quality of the screen is very dim. The 180 degree camera is a great tool though for students who require to do informational videos to be done. The mousepad is very slick and not too sensitive to touch. The keys though, you have to press harder on them than most chromebooks.

Acer R11 Reviews 2016/17

Acer R11

Acer Chromebook R 11 C738TC44Z

- Flip design - Celeron

N3150 / 1.6 GHz - Chrome OS -

4 GB RAM - 16 GB eMMC -

11.6" IPS touchscreen 1366 x

768 (HD) - HD Graphics - Wi-Fi

Battery> 3-cell - up to 10 hours

Main storage- 16 GB SSD


CSI Students Reviews

At first glance, the Acer Chromebook R11 appears very similar to previous chromebooks used in our district. However, a further look reveals that there are many differences. One of the most prominent features of the R11 is the 360 degree rotation of the screen. And what goes best with a 360 degree rotation? A touch screen of course. One of the largest advantages to this chromebook however will be the familiarity for the students with the features on the computer. The R11 is setup very similar to the C720 and C730 models. Some of the only disadvantages would be the easily broken touch screen and cost. Every other feature is very nice.

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With touch screen computers, the screens tend to break easier. Since the R-11 is a two in one, the hinges have a higher probability of breaking. The chromebook is a very nice size for school use. The touchpad and keyboard have nice response times. Scratch resistant screen is extremely handy for school use. It weighs less than 3 lbs and has 3 usb ports.

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A very basic Chromebook with minimal features,but has a flippable 11.6 inch LED Hd screen And a reversible screen that turns the computer into a tablet.On the other hand the flippable screen proves dangerous to people who are clumsy or uncareful.But there is also an aluminum cover for extra drop protection.

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The acer R11 can bend anyway you want, this makes for great versatility and mobility. It has very fast wireless internet speed. The metallic color could easily get dirty. It appears clean and white but will collect dust. This Chromebook can support high quality videos because of the fast USB port.

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When I reviewed the Acer Chromebook R 11, I found it to be much like the Lenovo N22 Touch. The material covering it did seem to be just as sturdy and not as likely to get dirty, but it was more sleek when compared to the N22. Everything about it seemed to be just like N22 other than the fact that it could fold into a tablet and the sound quality of the speakers was significantly better. I found that the tablet function did seem to be useful for some things, but like I said for the N22 Touch, it just seems like a function that we don’t really need. The cost to replace or fix the screen would be significantly higher than if we just get a normal laptop. It would cost the school more money than we can afford to lose.

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The fact that this is able to turn into a tablet is pretty good, but it makes it that much easier for it to be broken and scratched. When it is in tablet mode, the screen is very bright and the resolution is amazing. On the other hand, if it broke, I feel that it would be a lengthy repair. Given that most of my peers have not reached the point of maturity where they actually take care of things, it would not be wise to make these our new standard.

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I think this is too much, way too much technology for the school setting. The touch screen would cause problems with people messing around. It also flips to a tablet and kids could turn it into a tablet set it on their lap and play games. I think this because that is something i would do. It is a very nice chromebook but it’s too much for younger kids. That is something that would be more properly used at college level.

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Another chromebook that I believe can be a top one for kids to use in the classroom is the Acer R11.  It has a 11.6 inch screen that has a 360 degree bend that is also touch screen. It has two ways to be used. One is by using it as a actual laptop/chromebook.  The second way it can be used is by folding it into a tablet.  This also comes with negatives.  Being the chromebook is touch screen, it will more than likely always need to be cleaned.  There will be a bunch of finger prints and just the usual daily grime. The chromebook also comes with stereo speakers, which sound very clear. Clocking in at 2.76lbs, it’s very lightweight making it easier for people to carry around. In my opinion this is a chromebook I could see the school purchasing for kids.

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The Acer 411 is cool because it turns from a chromebook to a tablet. The size is an average size. The touch is good. The speakers are good and loud and clear. Being pretty small it does make it easily portable. The touch may make the screen get dirtier faster. The camera has good quality. Overall I think this is a good chromebook as long as people use it properly.

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This was my favorite chromebook simply because it can turn into a tablet and its touch screen. I like laptops that can do that I think it is awesome. The speakers on the Acer were way better than all the other 3 that I reviewed. I listen to music a lot. I love how the speakers were, they were clear, loud, couldn’t really hear any bass, but it’s a laptop what do you expect. The screen isn’t to terribly big, but it’s not small. It’s the perfect size. The network is the same but the laptop runs faster than the others. The keyboard on the screen is really nice and I love how it has swype text on it. It’s so much easier to type when it is in tablet form. The one nice thing about the acer is that the exterior is nice and strong, and it is very sturdy. The only bad thing about it is that it can turn into a tablet. I just wouldn’t want people to break the laptop.

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The Acer Touch screen is the touch screen version of the laptops we have now. The touch screen is new for this school and it’s in style. The camera quality is quite a bit better on the Acer Touch than the Chromebooks we have now. The speakers exceeded my standards and are very clear in laptop mode. While the touchscreen, camera quality and speaks are pretty good for a laptop/tablet there are a few bad things about this laptop. The resolution is mediocre quality, especially when there are fingerprints on the screen. Its also very easy to leave fingerprints and smudges on the screen. The speakers are placed in a bad spot for tablet use to where the screen blocks the sound.

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The R11 is the ideal perfect chromebook. The price of it is expense but you get what you paid for and i would say it is worth it. The fact that it folds is a nice aspect, the hinges won't break as easy. The size of it is not too big and not too small. The touch screen is a great quality also. The sound is really great, it doesn't muffle when you turn it up all the way, nice and crisp. The cover is scratch resistance which is nice for taking in and out of backpacks. The battery life last longer and is good for one full school day. The only quality i didn't like about about this chromebook was that the power button was on the side of the frame.

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I love the size,the screen goes all the way back so it will be harder for the screen to bend backwards and snap off. The sound is great, I barely turned it up and it was loud.  Only problem I have with the vision is it’s kind of blurry and small. Probably easier to take screen off. The tablet will help students who are better with touch screens. Screen easily can be cleaned. The brightness doesn’t get that bright.

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I love that it bends back into a table but also still has the keyboard to use if you are not going to use the touch screen. That also helps so people can remember how to type on a keyboard. The sound is very clear and you can hear it very easily. I strongly dislike that the power button is on the side of the chromebook. It is just in an awkward and weird place to be in. the keys also do not stick so it is easier to type on the keyboard.

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The Acer R11 chromebook is also a touch screen. It transforms into a tablet. It seems like it could get broke off the hinges. The screen is bright and the video quality is good, but it could get dirty easily with finger prints. The sound is very clear and loud. The screen is a good size being 11.6 inches. There is a 16gb hard drive. The battery life is only 9.5 hours.
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The Chromebook R11 is much slimmer than the existing chromebooks, which also makes them much lighter therefore they are easier to transport around. The screens are touch screen which would be much more convenient and more versatile. They would also be more enjoyable to use. The outside of the chromebook is also made of out aluminum which makes it lighter and less brittle than the plastic covers. The downsides to these is that the touch screens would likely be more expensive to repair. The screens will get dirtier easier, and likely the aluminum would be more expensive to repair as well.