Samsung Electronics XE500C13 Chromebook Laptop Review

So far I've only used Windows computers - desktop and laptop options. I always assumed that I wouldn't like Chromebooks because I couldn't download things, but I'm happy to report that I'm now a Chromebook fanatic. Web browser and engage in light activities; someone who needs a lightweight portable device for working on the go and doesn't want to lug around a heavy laptop; anyone on a budget who wants a basic computer. Who SHOULD NOT buy this?: Anyone who needs to do heavier tasks like gaming…

I've had it for two days and so far so good! Arrived on time. Handy for the less tech savvy like me. The step-by-step instructions when first opening it was easy to understand. I was nervous about switching from Apple to Google products because I know my iPhone and old MacBook Air well, but it was an easy transition. The weight and size are perfect when you need something easy to carry; it can fit in my purse! Everything loads at high speed. I downloaded my Spotify and worked on my online…

Versions of the XE500C13: S03US-Verse K03USK03US is exactly the same Chromebook as this one S03US, except it has twice the RAM and twice the storage space. Chrome OS, released in July 2018, is said to require more memory to handle the new security processes. 4GB RAM recommended. The 4GB K03US was under $140 in November 2017, so I bought it. After constant heavy daily use since researching, typing, watching videos and uploading photos, there have been no issues. I give the XE500C13 ten stars for

I wish I could give 0 stars. Do not buy! It's VERY SLOW! The whole point of my purchase was to be faster than my 7 year old Dell laptop. It's not like this. This laptop loaded faster than a Chromebook. And it loads web pages, emails, email attachments, documents, images, etc. Filling out a web form to do this, forget it, I had to switch to another device. I actually googled and that's the thing about this Chromebook. The boards are being told to do a few upgrades and speeds to accommodate it…