The Asus Chromebit is a small micro-desktop that brings cloud-based tools and services to any display at a very low price
It's limited to the same online tools as other Chrome OS devices. Minimal onboard storage. A single USB port makes expansion difficult
It won't run Photoshop or play games, but add a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse and the Asus Chromebit turns any HDMI-compatible display or television into a Web-surfing station...
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Published: 2016-10-27, Author: Sara , review by: futurefive.co.nz
the Chromebit may not be sufficient to replace your desktop 100 percent due to being originally designed for commercial purposes. However, if you are looking for a plug and play device for light applications within limited space, the Chromebit can defin...
the Chromebit performed reliably well for its size constraints. While it lacks the zip you'd get from a beefier Chrome OS machine, it loads webpages and handles most streaming video without a hitch. Major sites optimized for streaming, like Netflix and...
Affordable way to add Chrome OS to any monitor, Speedy performance
Gets fairly warm even with basic usage
A cheap and easy way of turning an old monitor into an all-in-one PC, the Asus Chromebit makes up for a somewhat limited desktop experience with great performance and ease of use...
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Published: 2016-03-25, Author: April , review by: gadgetdaily.xyz
Abstract: There's plenty of competition for what gets plugged into your TV's HDMI port. Digital TV boxes, games consoles and Chromecasts are all common additions to the living room setup, but have you ever thought about turning your display into an all-in-one Chrom...
The main question about the Chromebit is what would you use it for? If you want to assemble a cheap home PC for basic work and internet duties, plus you have a screen and peripherals knocking around, then it's an excellent, cost-effective device. Similarl...
Published: 2016-01-27, Author: Alan , review by: itpro.co.uk
Small, Cheap
Sometimes sluggish performance
Cheap, cheerful and compact, but this stick PC is really best suited for a certain range of limited use scenarios rather than as a wholesale replacement for a fully-fledged and more traditional PC...
On the face of it, the Asus Chromebit is a good-value device. A relatively capable PC for £80 is a bargain however you look at it, although it's not as cheap as I would have expected for such a low-powered device unencumbered with an expensive Windows lic...
On the face of it, the Asus Chromebit is a good-value device. £80 for a relatively capable PC is a bargain however you look at it, although it's not as cheap as I would have expected for such a low-powered device that isn't lumbered with an expensive Wind...
Portable form factor, Easy setup, Upcycle existing displays
Single USB port, Can't run desktop apps, Limited storage
The Chromebit is a compact, versatile HDMI dongle that transforms your existing display or TV into a Chrome OS-powered all-in-one. Chrome OS's lighter footprint makes better use of the limited hardware resources on the Chromebit, making it a better user e...
