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Ask HN: Best chromebook for travel for frustrated MacBook Pro user?
I've used MacBook Pro laptops (usually 15") for 10+ years. The new thin keyboard is driving me nuts. Laptop use is 90% when travelling. At home/work I use desktops. Much of my work could easily be done in Google apps.
What's the best current chromebook for someone like me? 15" is not a dealbreaker. More important: light, awesome screen, good keyboard.
- tqkxzugoaupvwqr 8y agoBuy a used MacBook Pro (up to the 2015 model). I’ve got a 15" 2014 model (bought it used) and it is still very capable. It’s my workhorse. It’s reliable.
- tlb 8y agoSince Moore's Law has essentially ended, it's reasonable to buy 2-5 year old computers. The 15" Retina MBP (Mid-2015) running El Capitan is an excellent machine that should run well for years to come. It may end up being known as the best laptop Apple will ever make.
- tedmiston 8y agoRelevant: https://marco.org/2017/11/14/best-laptop-ever https://marco.org/2017/11/14/best-laptop-ever
- throw46858 8y agoAcer Chromebook 14. Bought one for $100 on craigslist. Aluminum construction, 1080P 14' screen, 4GB of Ram 32GB Drive. Runs Gallium great, even Xubuntu 18 LTS with about 5 minutes of setup.
- stone-monkey 8y agoFor chromebooks, I still like the original Pixel. You can pick up a refurbished model for about 300 usd.
- jotjotzzz 8y agoWhy Chromebook? You can use a MacBook Air which is great, light, and you can get it used for cheap.