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[ChromeOS] Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook (2-in-1 Chromebook)

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  • #2
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Lenovo Chromebook 10e <<< Link

    Unboxing & hands-on with the rugged version of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet
    After all, we’re dealing with the same processor, storage and RAM, so the actual use of both devices will feel very similar. While the Duet will come in a 64GB and 128GB variation, the 10e ships with a paltry 32GB, so that is a bit of a bummer.

    Additionally, the $250 we dropped on the 10e did not include the keyboard case as the $279 Duet will in the box.



    Alternative option for careless teenager use?


  • #3
    Hurrache
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,240 ✭✭✭✭Hurrache


    Landing page live now.
    https://www.lenovo.com/ie/en/laptops/lenovo/student-chromebooks/Lenovo-CT-X636/p/ZZICZCTCT1X?clickid=UYFXorUnWxyOT86wUx0Mo3EUUkiz1T01XxQExU0&Program=3830&pid=10078&cid=ie%3Aaffiliate%3Aohssml

    Looks good, was set on waiting for the Surface Go 2 but it's tempting.


  • #4
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    corkie wrote: »
    [ChromeOS] Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook (2-in-1 Chromebook)

    www(.)lenovo(.)com/ie/en/laptops/lenovo/student-chromebooks/Lenovo-CT-X636/p/ZZICZCTCT1X
    Link above without an affiliated link? or also listed on google:-
    www(.)google(.)ie/chromebook/device/lenovo-chromebook-duet/
    Hurrache wrote: »
    Landing page live now.

    www(.)lenovo(.)com/ie/en/laptops/lenovo/student-chromebooks/Lenovo-CT-X636/p/ZZICZCTCT1X?clickid=UYFXorUnWxyOT86wUx0Mo3EUUkiz1T01XxQExU0&Program=3830&pid=10078&cid=ie%3Aaffiliate%3Aohssml

    Looks good, was set on waiting for the Surface Go 2 but it's tempting.



    [Update: ‘Coming soon’] Lenovo’s $299 IdeaPad Duet with Chrome OS goes up for pre-order
    Best Buy listed the 128GB model of IdeaPad Duet for pre-order, for the slightly higher than base model price of $299. According to the listing, the IdeaPad Duet will launch on May 6th, and Chrome Unboxed notes, from having successfully completed a pre-order, that Best Buy expects to actually ship the tablet to its customers on May 11th.


    Best Buy has removed the ability to place a pre-order for the IdeaPad Duet. The listing is still live though, with the original May 6th release date still in place.

    Not a big increase in price from $279 base 64gb model?


  • #5
    Hurrache
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,240 ✭✭✭✭Hurrache


    Feic all of a difference between the 2 for anyone to contemplate the smaller one if that's the case.

    Didn't realise I grabbed the link with an affiliate within it.


  • #6
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Lenovo Chromebook 10e: -
    We bought and tested the Lenovo Chromebook Duet's Rugged Sibling
    ^^^ Do not buy and wait for Duet



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  • #7
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Lenovo Duet Chromebook Unboxing



    [chromeunboxed] Unboxing the Lenovo Chromebook Duet [VIDEO]


    [9to5google] Lenovo IdeaPad Duet First Impressions: Is the Chrome OS tablet any good?
    Long story short? The IdeaPad Duet seems pretty good! Three days, though, is just not enough time to form enough opinions and thoughts on this device for a full review. In the next week or so, we’ll be publishing more on the Duet including thoughts about the battery life, keyboard, stylus integration, and more. Stay tuned!


    When the full reviews are available, I will post again.


  • #8
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    European Pricing ~~ 64GB model coming in at €299.00 and the 128GB at €329.00.

    Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook now available for order in some European markets
    Today, it seems there are three new countries where users can order their very own IdeaPad Chromebook Duet right now and have them shipping in short order: Germany, France, and Netherlands. The configurations are the same as they are here in the US (MediaTek Helio P60T, 4GB RAM, 64/128GB of storage), but none of these new markets have both options available for some reason. .....

    ..... It does appear that the pricing will stay the same across the board for the EU, with the 64GB model coming in at €299.00 and the 128GB at €329.00. ......

    Though the 128GB version isn’t available right this moment, I’d urge most buyers to exercise patience where possible and wait for that upgraded version if possible. 64GB is a decent amount of space on a Chromebook, but getting 128GB for only €30 more just makes good sense.


    Key feature missing in the Lenovo Chromebook Duet keeps it from being a true Chromebook replacement
    ^^^ Display resolutions on external display are limited.

    Looks like the Lenovo Chromebook Duet won’t get the display output fix we were hoping for

    So if your hoping to use the device for productivity hooked up to external monitor and keyboard/mouse etc, think again about purchasing.


    Will post unboxed review when published but until then: -



  • #9
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    That's me sold. Think I'll pick one of these when they become available


  • #10
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    [Chrome Unboxed] Lenovo Chromebook Duet Review: Unreal Value



    [chromeunboxed.com] Lenovo Chromebook Duet Review: unreal value

    ^^^ If you where not sold already? @Gooey Looey


  • #11
    opus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,027 ✭✭✭opus


    Interesting device, next time I know someone heading to the US might well ask them to visit Best Buy for me.


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  • #12
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    opus wrote: »
    Interesting device, next time I know someone heading to the US might well ask them to visit Best Buy for me.

    Hmmm, Lenovo are Chinese, you'll probably have more chance getting a good deal from Europe than the USA


  • #13
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    Available from Currys.co.uk but I'm having difficulty with the site and it doesn't look like they ship to parcel wizard
    https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing/laptops/laptops/lenovo-ideapad-duet-10-1-2-in-1-chromebook-mediatek-p60t-128-gb-emcp-blue-grey-10211769-pdt.html


  • #14
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Gooey Looey wrote: »
    Available from Currys.co.uk but I'm having difficulty with the site and it doesn't look like they ship to parcel wizard
    https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing/laptops/laptops/lenovo-ideapad-duet-10-1-2-in-1-chromebook-mediatek-p60t-128-gb-emcp-blue-grey-10211769-pdt.html

    Saw that yesterday on Unboxed, didn't even think of using PW/AP/DPD. Would the box be on the large size for them services?

    I guess it is only a small time more before it comes available here as well, so can wait.


  • #15
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    corkie wrote: »
    Saw that yesterday on Unboxed, didn't even think of using PW/AP/DPD. Would the box be on the large size for them services?

    I guess it is only a small time more before it comes available here as well, so can wait.

    I got a story about that :D
    A good few years ago I found a deal on a 40" TV on Currys uk and told my brother in law. He ordered didn't regiser, shipped to DPD parcel wizard. It was delivered by DPD. I think there was a nominal oversized fee can't remember the cost. On opening we noticed there was slight damage to the plastic bezel, the TV still worked fine. He rang them up, they shipped a second TV but never arranged for return. They had his email, his phone number and Parcel Wizard address!


  • #16
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Tried address pal, it pulled the address correctly but didn't like my 35386####### phone number so gave up on it.

    Should your item be oversize, we will contact you and your item will be available for collection from a Delivery Service Unit subject to a fee of €25. Items over the Home Delivery dimensions or over 20kg in weight will be refused and returned to sender.

    blue_box.png

    https://addresspal.anpost.ie/pricing-sizing


  • #17
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    Managed to buy on the curry's ebay store

    Look at this on eBay
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/114281945216


  • #18
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    I got an email that it shipped earlier this morning. Should be landing at parcel Wizard tomorrow so I expect to have it Monday


  • #19
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    It arrived today. some yoke, I'm delighted with it. It's a quality build, is the perfect size and has a lovely finish, as a tab it's lovely to hold in the hand. I'm not used to chromeOS so have a lot to get my head around. It has the Play store and any app I've tried is available for it but any that were already pre-installed are desktop ChromeOS apps so that will be the ones I'll look for first. I'm a linux only user at home so will eventually install Crouton on it to turn it into a full linux distro, not done this yet and I think it requires unlocking the bootloader which will wipe it, I'll play for a few days first


  • #20
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Gooey Looey wrote: »
    I'm a linux only user at home so will eventually install Crouton on it to turn it into a full linux distro,


    Why are you going the Full distro step? When I all you have to do is enable developer mode {will wipe the device (I think)}. And install any linux apps you require.


    [chromeunboxed] Yes, the Lenovo Chromebook Duet will run Linux apps
    The project to bring Crostini to ARM devices actually started way back in 2018 and we saw the first signs of support near the end of that year. Fast forward to 2020 and Linux apps are available to all older MediaTek devices such as the Lenovo Flex 11 and the Acer Chromebook R13 as well as RockChip Chromebooks like the Acer Tab 10. On top of that, Google has gone so far to say that all devices released from here on out would support Linux applications. For good measure, I went ahead and installed GIMP, Inkscape and Blender on the Duet Chromebook and I’m happy to report that they all worked as well as you’d expect. That is to say, they ran and will work. You do have to keep in mind that this is a low-powered device in comparison to something like the Core i7 ASUS Spin 13. Personally, I don’t see myself using Linux on the Duet very much but perhaps there are some that want to use the tablet as their primary device and they need that “one” application to bring everything together. Well, you can do just that. I hope that someone finds this information useful because I was happy to share it.

    As it is a closed source device, I don't think you can flash alternative roms on it?


    Edit: - [chromeunboxed] Install this Linux App Store on your Chromebook for easy one-click installs


  • #21
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    64gb version available on Irish Lenovo site. € 329.99 Only a few left Out of stock

    ^^^ I'm waiting for the 128gb version.


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  • #22
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    After a few days I've figured I have no need for linux software, I can do all I need with the ChromeOS linux terminal, Juicessh and Andftp Android apps


  • #23
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Gooey Looey wrote: »
    It arrived today. some yoke, I'm delighted with it. It's a quality build, is the perfect size and has a lovely finish, as a tab it's lovely to hold in the hand. I'm not used to chromeOS so have a lot to get my head around. It has the Play store and any app I've tried is available for it but any that were already pre-installed are desktop ChromeOS apps so that will be the ones I'll look for first. I'm a linux only user at home so will eventually install Crouton on it to turn it into a full linux distro, not done this yet and I think it requires unlocking the bootloader which will wipe it, I'll play for a few days first

    After months of use, how is the tablet performing since?

    See that currys have the 128gb in stock.
    https://www.currys.ie/ieen/computing/laptops/laptops/lenovo-ideapad-duet-10-1-2-in-1-chromebook-mediatek-p60t-128-gb-emcp-blue-grey-10211769-pdt.html


  • #24
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    corkie wrote: »
    After months of use, how is the tablet performing since?

    See that currys have the 128gb in stock.
    https://www.currys.ie/ieen/computing/laptops/laptops/lenovo-ideapad-duet-10-1-2-in-1-chromebook-mediatek-p60t-128-gb-emcp-blue-grey-10211769-pdt.html

    Yeah, still love it and use it daily. It's pretty much replaced my Linux laptop as my house device. The battery lasts forever, I charge it weekly. As a small factor ChromeOS laptop it's perfect but it's a little disjointed between tablet mode and ChromeOS laptop mode which I was a little disappointed with, this is something Google really need to work on. I bought is to use in hotels when staying away working, but with Covid this hasn't been happening. I'm running the ChromeOS beta, I changed to it early on to fix a few issues and have never went back to stable. This means I have a few extra security steps to boot, but I rarely shutdown. I just do a restart every few days for updates and leave it in standby in between as the battery is awesome.


  • #25
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Thanks @Gooey Looey.


    Just put in an order today, 20% of black Friday code
    DISCOUNT CODE: 20% Off selected Chromebook.
    Enter code CBOOK20 at checkout Must end soon!
    ^^^ They had a different code yesterday, that was reducing the price to zero in error.


    So for the 128gb version @ €335.20 seems like a very good price.


    Also ordered this with it: -
    ADVENT AMHBCPD19 5-port USB Type-C Connection Hub €79.99

    u_10189112.jpg


  • #26
    return guide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 632 ✭✭✭return guide


    corkie wrote: »
    After months of use, how is the tablet performing since?

    See that currys have the 128gb in stock.
    https://www.currys.ie/ieen/computing/laptops/laptops/lenovo-ideapad-duet-10-1-2-in-1-chromebook-mediatek-p60t-128-gb-emcp-blue-grey-10211769-pdt.html

    Thanks Corkie, been looking for one of these in 128gb for a while. 20% off is the icing on the cake.

    Currys took a while to get the order through, four or five tries to get payment taken.


  • #27
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Looks like the 'Lenovo IdeaPad Duet' 128gb is no longer available to order.


  • #28
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    My Duet arrived today, had a quick testing use of it.

    The adapter above also worked to connect TV by HDMI to it. Don't know what resolution I was getting. Extended desktop mode.

    Will be switching to developer mode tonight, because it requires a factory reset. And don't want to install stuff and have it be deleted later.


  • #29
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    [amazon.de] Broonel Grey rechargeable USI pen - compatible with the Lenovo Duet Chromebook
    €53.99 inclusive of shipping.
    Micro USB charging port
    Buttons on the pen may not work at present.

    A new rechargeable USI stylus from Broonel has hit the market

    51V1pbe7wYL._AC_SX569_.jpg


    Just ordered the above, (Arriving 9 Dec - 16 Dec).

    These seem something that is hard to purchase, I tried searching for more popular brands as well. The amazon reviews sounded positive when paired with the duet.



    Progress on the duet
    • Changed to developer mode & Beta channel.
    • Activated linux + Installed Gimp + LibreOffice.
    • Watched some youtube/newpipe in Extended desktop, sound + display quality was fine on my old Philips 32" TV.
    • LOW Wattage Pass through power on USB C adapter + SD Cards are readable with Solid Explorer app.
      ^^^ Edit: - Thought the warning was my power-bank and not the adapter


    First Negative hurdle.
    I have a Ravpower Filehub and the android app doesn't work on Chromebooks.
    What harm can still access media from it through a browser.


    I know they was going to be limitations with Chrome OS, and there is a learning curve getting used to the OS.


  • #30
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    New Chromebook screen recording feature is live in Chrome OS Beta 88 [VIDEO]



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  • #31
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    How are you finding it now corkie? Now that you're used to it.


  • #32
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Gooey Looey wrote: »
    How are you finding it now corkie? Now that you're used to it.

    I'm enjoying the Tablet.

    Still encountering hurdles in chromeos like not been able print from linux container, I know there is complex solutions. But if I need to I can copy the file to google docs or my laptop to print.

    Android container also has similar problems with my favorite casting app BubbleUPnP. There is methods again to work around like just casting a chrome tab. Or just use my phone for the purpose.

    Steep learning curve to do simple things like coping files around but will get there. Hopefully the stylus I ordered arrives soon.


  • #33
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    my usi pen arrived Today

    writing this post with it.

    Broonel

    It will take a while to get use to lt.


  • #34
    Gooey Looey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    I got this delivered today for mine
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FMS7TMN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_jNn2FbTFYBHPV?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1


  • #35
    baldshin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,382 ✭✭✭baldshin


    Picked one of these up and loving it so far, just waiting on the stylus to come back in stock.

    Has anyone had any issues with Google apps on it? Often, when I go to load up the YouTube, Playstore, Photos or other Google apps, it shows that I have no connection, even though chrome etc is still running fine. Have to reboot the device to get in.


  • #36
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    baldshin wrote: »
    Picked one of these up and loving it so far, just waiting on the stylus to come back in stock.

    I have the Broonel Grey Rechargeable USI Stylus Pen

    Yes the right click button on it works for the OS, not all apps may support it.

    Amazon .co.uk or silver.


    EUR 55.53 + EUR 5.54 delivery,
    works out at when UK Vat is removed
    Order Summary
    Items: EUR 46,28 + Postage & Packing: EUR 5,54 ~~ €51.82
    Exchange rate guarantee fee: EUR 1,10

    But Irish VAT not applied to it? So add €11 + AnPost handling fee.

    Also available from .de (/grey) but you need to select a seller.
    €49.99 + €4.00 shipping
    baldshin wrote: »
    Has anyone had any issues with Google apps on it? Often, when I go to load up the YouTube, Playstore, Photos or other Google apps, it shows that I have no connection, even though chrome etc is still running fine. Have to reboot the device to get in.

    No problems like that with mine but I have developer mode and on the Beta channel. Maybe check your wifi, test with a mobile hotspot?


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  • #37
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    ChromeOS Beta channel update to 89 available. Stable to 88!?

    "Google Chrome: Version 89.0.4389.16 (Official Build) beta (32-bit)
    Platform: 13729.8.0 (Official Build) beta-channel kukui"



    Chromebooks just got a killer upgrade to take on Windows laptops
    By Brittany Vincent 16 hours ago
    Chrome OS 88 is here — these are the top new features



    Stable Channel Update for Chrome OS
    Thursday, January 28, 2021

    The Stable channel is being updated to 88.0.4324.109, (Platform version: 13597.66.0) for most Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes and security updates. Systems will be receiving updates over the next several days.


  • #38
    qaz123
    Registered Users Posts: 63 ✭✭qaz123


    corkie wrote: »
    my usi pen arrived Today

    writing this post with it.

    Broonel

    It will take a while to get use to lt.

    Hi Wondering how you are getting in with the pen. Can you edit over pdf using the broonel stylus.
    Anyone else using it or anyone recommend an alternative that will work with the ideal pad
    Thabks


  • #39
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    qaz123 wrote: »
    Hi Wondering how you are getting in with the pen. Can you edit over pdf using the broonel stylus.
    Anyone else using it or anyone recommend an alternative that will work with the ideal pad
    Thabks

    Haven't tried to edit over a pdf.

    As broonel pen mentioned is USI Compatible with the Duet.

    As long you have a PDF reader/editor app that supports been edited, I don't see why it shouldn't work.

    Can you recommend a free app and I will test it out?


    Edit: - Downloaded 'Xodo' and the pen works with it as expected above.


  • #40
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Lenovo Flash sale on site!


    128gb Model going for: -

    Web price: € 349.99
    Save € 35.00 (10%)
    € 314.99
    inc. VAT
    Use eCoupon: FLASHSALE


    64gb Model going for: -


    Web price: € 344.30
    Save € 34.43 (10%)
    € 309.87
    inc. VAT
    Use eCoupon: FLASHSALE

    Digital River Ireland Ltd is the authorised reseller and merchant of the products and services offered within this store.

    Don't know where they are shipped from, so maybe caught for duties if imported from UK?


    Just sharing in case anyone else is considering purchasing this Chromebook Tablet.


  • #41
    FobleAsNuck
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 798 ✭✭✭FobleAsNuck


    corkie wrote: »
    Don't know where they are shipped from, so maybe caught for duties if imported from UK?

    if the price is in euros, it's how much you end up paying


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  • #42
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Stable Channel Update for Chrome OS
    Friday, March 12, 2021

    The Stable channel has been updated to 89.0.4329.82 (Platform version: 13729.45.0) for most Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates and feature enhancements. Changes can be viewed here.
    https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2021/03/stable-channel-update-for-chrome-os.html


    Chrome OS 89: All The Best New Features



    Beta Channel now: -

    Google Chrome: Version 90.0.4430.19 (Official Build) beta (32-bit)
    Platform: 13816.12.0 (Official Build) beta-channel kukui


  • #43
    ButtersSuki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 53,028 ✭✭✭✭ButtersSuki


    Quick question, can you run MS Word on these?


  • #44
    beauf
    Closed Accounts Posts: 22,648 ✭✭✭✭beauf


    here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFR6fWGbPmw&ab_channel=MergeDroid


  • #45
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    ButtersSuki wrote: »
    Quick question, can you run MS Word on these?
    beauf wrote: »
    here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFR6fWGbPmw&ab_channel=MergeDroid


    Not by installing like windows. You can use them in browser @ www.office.com

    Or install the android apps but believe there is limitations with them.

    I have 'Libre Office' installed through Linux container but there is also limitations with that as well. As installed in a container you don't have access to printers.


  • #46
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Over 100 Chromebook models to receive Android 11 upgrade for a better app experience



    These are the Chromebooks getting Android 11



    Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Duet {kukui} is on the list
    but Android 11 not in the last update 'Version 90.0.4430.51 (Official Build) beta (32-bit)'

    Which was last weeks update, maybe this week we will get it.


  • #47
    beauf
    Closed Accounts Posts: 22,648 ✭✭✭✭beauf


    corkie wrote: »
    Not by installing like windows. You can use them in browser @ www.office.com

    Or install the android apps but believe there is limitations with them.

    I have 'Libre Office' installed through Linux container but there is also limitations with that as well. As installed in a container you don't have access to printers.

    Most cloud users Office365 etc. Google docs etc will be used to not installing anything. Most users use about 5% of what office can do so won't be an issue.

    Anyone doing anything complex won't be doing it on 10" tablet or Chromebook.

    I wouldn't buy one as my only machine, or as my main PC. I wouldn't buy one instead of tablet either. It's a niche product really. You need to want the clipon keyboard.

    Incidentally the one we have is a little bit less responsive in the corners. That's the one criticism I'd have of it.


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    corkie
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    ChromeOS updates ~~~ But no Android 11 yet?

    Stable Channel Update for Chrome OS
    Wednesday, April 21, 2021

    The Stable channel is being updated to 90.0.4430.86 (Platform version: 13816.55.0) for most Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes and security updates. Systems will be receiving updates over the next several days.

    Chrome OS 90 arrives with Everything Button 2.0, Scan Tools, Diagnostics and more





    Beta Channel Update for Chrome OS
    Thursday, April 22, 2021

    The Beta channel has been updated to 91.0.4472.19 (Platform version: 13904.10.0) for most Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes and security updates.




    Even with the Jump to 91 on beta, still no Android 11 update.


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    corkie
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    Stable Channel update for Chrome OS
    Wednesday, June 2, 2021

    The Stable channel is being updated to 91.0.4472.81 (Platform version: 13904.41.0) for most Chrome OS devices. Systems will be receiving updates over the next several days.

    This build contains a number of features, bug fixes and security updates, please find release notes here.





    Beta Channel Update Chrome OS
    Friday, June 4, 2021

    The Beta channel has been updated to 92.0.4515.36 (Platform version: 13982.7.0) for most Chrome OS devices. This build contains a number of bug fixes, security updates and feature enhancements.




    Android 11 0nly available on 'Hatch' based devices as of now, duet is 'kukui'.


    How to Get the Android 11 Update on Your Chromebook
    "6. Now, move to System -> About Device. Here, you will find the Android version. I am yet to receive the Android 11 update despite being on the Beta channel as my Chromebook is based on the ‘Nami’ baseboard. If your Chromebook is built on the ‘Hatch’ board, you will receive the Android 11 update after moving to the Beta build."


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