Wow, it uses a micro USB charger.

bergie · on Oct 8, 2013

That is awesome (though may make charging slow). I hate carrying multiple different chargers around.

freehunter · on Oct 8, 2013

I have a ThinkPad Tablet 2 that charges over microUSB and it's very slow. 6 hours from the USB vs 2 hours from the charger on the docking station.

bluedino · on Oct 8, 2013

You're assuming someone has micro-USB devices and a charger already. If you have an iPhone/iPad you might not.

If Apple ever comes out with a MacBook Air powered by ARM they better use the Lightning connector.

Khao · on Oct 8, 2013

I think it's one of the best selling point for that Chromebook so far! It's so annoying to have to carry an extra power supply for a tiny portable laptop like the previous generation Chromebooks.

oftenwrong · on Oct 8, 2013

Killer feature for travel. Not only is this thing extremely light (lighter than the small air and zenbook), but you can save weight and space with a small usb charger and cable. Even if it is slower, that is a decent trade-off. I wonder if you can charge devices from the USB ports.

With that and the fanless design, IPS display, etc. This is looking pretty good. If could run a "real" linux distro without the hacks, it would be awesome.

EDIT: Although it has very few ports (no ethernet, HDMI) and a glossy screen, so that sucks

joefarish · on Oct 8, 2013

Yeah that looks awesome - just get a folding plug and then no more bulky chargers! https://www.themu.co.uk

thebiglebrewski · on Oct 8, 2013

Right?!?!