EOL Chromebook c302c:
I’ve used the same touchscreen, fold-into-tablet Chromebook for quite some time. The increase in mobile app functionality paired with less time online means I rarely use it; I pull it out for long form text entry or playing pet sims like Subeta. Chrome has significantly increased the boot time while also making it more ‘powerful’; I feel like I could get a few more months with it if I stay careful online. The security updates were a big part of why I chose it to begin with.

At the same time, I have a touchscreen Microsoft Surface (just updated to Win11). It’s a 15", doesn’t fold flat, and has the typical Windows problems: clunky to boot, pointlessly bloated. It’s also got a questionable wifi connection. I got this through work, so naturally, I put Steam on it. It’s so HEAVY and awkward to tote around.

I’m leaning toward the 2022 ipad air. I could pick up drawing again, it’s a single pound, and if I get the Smart Folio or whatever, the M1 chip would make it function like a smaller laptop. I’m not sure it’s worthwhile?

Does anyone have That Cool Idea that makes a Chromebook worth keeping, or want to gush about their '22 ipad air?

#tech

  • Rawrkrite@kbin.socialOP
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    1 year ago

    YES this is the right direction!!

    I’d thought to try slamming Ubuntu on it and mounting it in the kitchen, on a tripod… Like something from Fantasia. [The ‘slamming Ubuntu’ took a few attempts due to the USB-C converter, and when it did, I couldn’t find a touchscreen driver.] I didn’t think to try other OSes.

    I’m not super sold on Apple products- I’m okay having some limitations and using the Win11 machine for more than just iCloud backups. One of my earlier loves had been a 16gb Mini 4. We broke up when it started asking me to plug it in->wipe it-> reinstall the OS, due to available space. 😥

    @Synthuir