Philip Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I got an email from Google earlier today: Be the first to get a Chromebook. Since we announced the Chrome Notebook Pilot Program back in December, we’ve been humbled by the amount of interest that we’ve received from users like you. We’re excited about the brand-new Samsung Chromebook that goes on sale on June 15. Fortunately, we’ve managed to get our hands on a few machines a little earlier, and we’d like to make these available to you, our biggest enthusiasts. When you buy your Chromebook, you’ll also be getting a limited edition, custom-fit Chrome sleeve designed by Rickshaw so you can carry your new Chromebook in style. Our good friends over at Gilt, the premier invitation-only shopping site, have agreed to put these Chromebooks up for sale -- but only for a very limited time. Click here to join the sale on Wednesday, June 1 at 9:00 am PT / 12:00 pm ET. *Remember, you must use this email -- [...]@gmail.com -- to access the sale. These will go fast. See you over at Gilt. Cheers, The Chrome Team Sweet, finally I can get my hands on one of these bad boys! The specs/whats included aren't bad - good enough for my purposes (work trips / notes for school & training sessions), for a decent price tag ($499/3G, $429/wifi only) With your Chromebook order from Gilt, you'll also receive a limited-edition Chromebook sleeve designed by Rickshaw. Sleeve will be shipped separately. • 12.1" (1280x800) Display • 3.26 lbs / 1.48 kg • Up to 8.5 hours of continuous usage* • Intel Dual-Core Processor • Built in dual-band Wi-Fi and World-mode 3G** • HD Webcam • 2 USB 2.0 ports • 4-in-1 memory card slot • Mini-VGA port • Fullsize Chrome keyboard • Oversized, fully-clickable trackpad Then we get to the part that just... makes me cringe: **All Chromebook Series 5 3G models include up to 100MB per month of Mobile Broadband service included with device for 2 years, provided by Verizon. Also available are an unlimited day pass for just $9.99 and pay-as-you-go rates that don't require any long-term contracts. Really...? 100MB limit per month on whats supposed to be a web book? And 10 freaking bucks per day for unlimited usage? I know there is wifi and all, but if you're traveling quite often, 100MB will be eaten up in no time. Is it just me, or is that kinda ridiculous? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Yeah that's pretty ridiculous. Even on my phone, baring in mind at home/work I connect through the wi-fi, I still use about 2/300MB a month. 3G models include a SIM in the box and 3GB of free data courtesy of Three Do you not get this with the offer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Posted June 2, 2011 Author Share Posted June 2, 2011 Nope, looks like the American version gets screwed over: http://www.google.com/chromebook/#features Oh well... I might still get it, I'll just wait a few months and grab one off Amazon once another 3G alternative comes out, or the price falls more. EDIT: I did find this... which provides more insight to the data plans: http://www.google.com/chromebook/business-education.html#features-connectivity I can buy an additional 3GB of data, for $35... but it expires within 30 days? Sigh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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