MagazinAisle

Tag: PC Magazine Tech123

  • PBS Could Lose 70 Years of Historic Archive Footage Over Cloud Dispute

    PBS Could Lose 70 Years of Historic Archive Footage Over Cloud Dispute

    Nine PBS, a public service broadcaster based in St. Louis, has filed a lawsuit which alleges a cloud storage vendor is preventing it from accessing huge volumes of its historically important footage.

    The station claims its access was abruptly cut off early this year by Open Source Storage in the lawsuit filed in Denver District Court, first reported by industry publication Current.

    The lost footage, said to amount to roughly 50 terabytes of data, reportedly included historical items shot over roughly 70 years of the station’s programming. These include the history of East St. Louis, the COVID-19 pandemic and the Great Flood of 1993, which caused widespread damage to the Mississippi and Missouri rivers.

    “We are committed to ensuring we can recover and restore full access to this valuable content, which Nine PBS rightfully owns, as it holds significant historical importance for St. Louis,” said Nine PBS VP and CCO Leah Freeman in a statement to Current. 

    OSS reportedly had an agreement with information technology firm Iron Mountain to provide data storage, but went “defunct.” As a result, the data was left stranded in one of Iron Mountain’s data centers. Iron Mountain has reportedly so far refused to return the materials to the station because its client, OSS, technically owned “the physical services housing the data” within Iron Mountain.

    The judge sided with Nine PBS in a preliminary hearing earlier this week. However Iron Mountain has insisted that recovering the data isn’t a simple matter. Iron Mountain told Ars Technica following the decision that OSS still owns “the physical services housing the data,” and it only provides physical infrastructure, network connectivity, power, and the building itself. 

    Recommended by Our Editors

    “Our customers rent space for their servers and other hardware. These are the client’s assets. We don’t have access to the data on the hardware/servers because they belong to our customers,” an Iron Mountain spokesperson told Ars. 

    The company also claimed that attempting to recover the data would violate basic data privacy protocols, for example, exposing the confidential data of other clients. Despite technical hurdles, Nine PBS and Iron Mountain must provide updates to the court by September 14.

    About Our Expert

  • NZXT H6 RGB Plus Review: Lots of Fans and Curve Appeal

    Though the curves at the vertical panel edges are the biggest change to the revised case’s shape, the H6 RGB+ also gains a bunch more vent holes and a whopping four more fans. The right side panel’s profuse perforations are shaped into stripes and the name “NZXT” embossed and ventilated. And the curve between that panel and the adjacent 45-degree-angled fan panel represents the union between two parts that were separate on the 2024 version of the case.

    The front connectors remain the same: two USB Type-A (Gen 1) and one USB Type-C (Gen 2×2) ports, and a four-pole headset jack that also works with stereo headphones. The new power button is larger and surrounded by an inward-curved bezel; the curve affords a better view of the illuminated power indicator ring.

    The front ports of the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    The H6 RGB+ has just one removable fan filter. It covers the bottom air intake. The other intake fans rely solely on the very fine size of their cover panel’s perforations to capture incoming dust. The filter is removable from the side with the case sitting upright, but I had slight difficulty getting its leading edge to align with the three catch tabs on the case’s underside while reinserting it. Flipping the case on its side made it a lot easier.

    Also, note in the image below that the middle screw holes in the fan mounts have no screws in them. That’s because the three intake fan-blade units here share a single 120mm-by-360mm frame.

    The bottom of the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    A traditional inset PCIe slot panel lets PC builders drop graphics and other expansion cards straight in without having to finagle around obstacles, though it does reduce the case’s interior space from 16.2 to 15.6 inches. NZXT rates card clearance just short of that, at 390mm. Almost any modern card should fit just fine in here.

    From this angle, you can also see that the power supply bay is directly behind the top of the motherboard, and that the back of the top panel has a tab you pull up to remove it. Look closer, and you might note that NZXT uses reverse-curve blades on all six of the intake fans (three side, three bottom) to conceal their motor frames on the side that isn’t showing. That’s a subtle touch well worth noting. The only fan here in standard orientation is the rear (exhaust) unit.

    The rear of the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    A group of access holes punched for an ATX motherboard’s perimeter allows the H6 RGB+ to support concealed motherboard headers for Asus BTF, Gigabyte Stealth, and MSI Project Zero reverse-connector boards. Additional holes above, below, and in front of the motherboard are designed to pass cables to the headers of standard boards.

    The NZXT H6 RGB+ with side panels removed

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    Designed with a height-adjustment screw at the bottom and a damping pad on top, an L-shaped miniature card brace that protrudes from the front of the motherboard tray limits the maximum motherboard depth to around 10.8 inches when installed.

    The bottom fans of the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    That might seem significant, since the case isn’t rated as Extended ATX. Given that most retail “EATX” motherboards are only 10.5 to 10. 7 inches deep, that removable card brace could be the only thing to prevent a determined builder from installing one here. Just know that since the forward-facing portion of that brace stands around 4mm proud of the tray, boards with deeply offset back-bracing/stiffening panels, like my 10.5-inch-deep Asrock X870E Taichi, won’t sit all the way down on the front column of standoffs. (Conversely, that motherboard’s backplate-free “Lite” version fits perfectly.) Proceed with caution if you plan to install anything bigger than regular ATX.

    The GPU brace of the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    Also not on NZXT’s list is the case’s 280mm-format radiator capability, but you can see the extra row of fan mounts at 140mm spacing right along those of the rated 120mm spacing. With the H6 RGB+ having ample room (more than 65mm) between the top of the motherboard and the top radiator mount, most closed-loop coolers of typical 52mm-to-54mm thickness fit easily within the 410mm length of the panel’s interior.

    The top fan mount on the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    One place you won’t be putting a radiator is behind the front/side fan assembly. There’s simply no space above or below the fans for the end caps of the radiator, which are necessary to hold fittings on one end and to redirect coolant at the other.

    The NZXT H6 RGB+ with side panels removed

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    Slide tabs on the back panel hold the H6 RGB+’s drive cage between its power supply shelf and its bottom panel. Secured to those tabs via a single knurled screw, the cage can hold a single 3.5-inch drive on its inner portion and two 2.5-inch drives on its outer portion.

    The storage mounts on the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

    Behind the removable drive cage is NZXT’s Control Hub Lite. This module connects NZXT’s proprietary fans to the company’s own CAM software through an internal USB 2.0 motherboard header cable. Drawing current from our power supply’s SATA drive power cable, it also appears to add an ARGB input to enable motherboard ARGB lighting pass-through, though the case does not include an extension cable to reach any of those motherboard headers.

    The control hub on the NZXT H6 RGB+

    (Credit: Thomas Soderstrom)

  • It’s Time To Ditch Windows 10 and Upgrade Your PC With Windows 11 Pro

    It’s Time To Ditch Windows 10 and Upgrade Your PC With Windows 11 Pro

    TL;DR: Through August 20, you can get Windows 11 Pro on sale for $9.97.

    Thinking of replacing your PC? Before you do, see if upgrading the operating system will give it some new life. Normally, it would be $199 to get Windows 11 Pro, but through August 20, it’s only $9.97.

    Microsoft ended support for Windows 10 almost a full year ago—which means no more security updates, patches, or tech support, but that’s not the only reason Windows 11 Pro is a solid upgrade.

    You’ll get access to:

    • DirectX 12 Ultimate for ray-traced graphics and high frame rates

    • Auto HDR to add contrast and color to even older games

    • DirectStorage (with compatible hardware) for lightning-fast game load times

    Windows 11 Pro also offers improved window management, faster boot times, and a more intuitive layout designed to streamline your workflow. This OS upgrade is engineered to work with your PC, not against it, so your system finally runs like the engine it was made to be.

    Recommended by Our Editors

    Until 11:59 p.m. PT on August 20, you can get Windows 11 Pro on sale for just $9.97.


    Microsoft Windows 11 Pro

    Microsoft Windows 11 Pro

    $9.97
    at StackSocial

    $199.00
    Save $189.03


    Get Deal

    Prices subject to change. PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through StackSocial affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing.

    About Our Expert

  • ChatGPT Can Now Track Your Mac Activity, Take Actions Based on a Saved Timeline

    ChatGPT Can Now Track Your Mac Activity, Take Actions Based on a Saved Timeline

    OpenAI’s latest feature for ChatGPT’s macOS app allows the AI tool to create a timeline of your Mac activity and use that information to respond to queries or automate tasks.

    Computer History is available for ChatGPT Pro, Business, and Enterprise users at launch. You can use it to “ask natural questions about recent work, pick up where you left off, understand patterns in how you work, and turn repeated workflows into skills or automations,” OpenAI says.

    Computer History is disabled by default; users must enable Computer History and Memories from app settings for it to work. Pro users can turn them on manually by going to Settings > Integrations > Computer History. Business and Enterprise users can follow the same steps, provided their administrator has approved the feature.

    How Does ChatGPT’s Computer History Work?

    To record your Mac activity, Computer History tracks your clicks, typing, app switches, and other movements across allowed apps and websites. It then organizes the information into Memory files and daily summaries, which ChatGPT can tap when prompted.

    Samples prompts shared by OpenAI include: “Give me a list of tasks I’ve worked on today and their status,” “Prepare a summary of what I did yesterday for standup,” or “Where can I find the proposal document I was looking for earlier today?”

    Temporary Memory files created by Computer History will be retained for 48 hours, while all other details will be retained until you manually delete them. Once enabled, you can manage all operations related to the feature from Settings > Computer History.

    As OpenAI notes, “Computer History replaces the earlier Chronicle research preview,” which used screenshots (similar to Microsoft Recall). “Computer History records interaction events and does not capture your screen or audio.”

    Recommended by Our Editors

    OpenAI warns that the data collected by the feature isn’t encrypted, and other apps and websites running on your Mac may be able to access it. “Protect your Mac account and exclude sources you do not want included,” it says.

    The feature is already available to Pro, Business, and Enterprise subscribers in the US and most other regions worldwide. Access in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland will follow in the coming weeks, OpenAI said in an X post.

    Disclosure: Ziff Davis, PCMag’s parent company, filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in April 2025, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

    About Our Expert

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon C Could Unlock the $300 Laptop. Here Are the Specs

    Qualcomm Snapdragon C Could Unlock the $300 Laptop. Here Are the Specs

    Budget electronics aren’t easy to find in 2026, but Qualcomm’s Snapdragon C might just make $300 laptops possible again with a mix of capable performance and strong efficiency. These new chips offer eight low-power cores, ample memory support, and strong connectivity features, which could make even the MacBook Neo look expensive.

    Qualcomm first hinted at the Snapdragon C’s potential in May, and we got our first hands-on time with a Snapdragon C laptop in June. Now we have more details about what the chip at the heart of this design can do.

    The Snapdragon C SoC includes a Qualcomm Kryo CPU with eight Arm cores. It has a single-core max boost frequency of 3GHz and an all-core boost clock of 2GHz. These are significantly lower than most modern processors, which often reach north of 5GHz, but this is a low-power, entry-level chip for similarly entry-level machines. Lower clock speeds also help maintain strong battery life.

    I Just Got My First Look at a Snapdragon C Laptop

    PCMag Logo

    I Just Got My First Look at a Snapdragon C Laptop

    Alongside the CPU cores, the Snapdragon C chip has an integrated Adreno GPU with a 900MHz boost clock; no core counts were listed. It also has a Qualcomm Hexagon NPU for lightweight AI workloads, though no TOPS figures have been provided, making it tricky to compare it to its contemporaries.

    To help cut costs and keep power consumption low, this chip is designed to work with LPDDR4X and LPDDR5X and up to 4,200 MT/s and 6,400 MT/s, respectively. That gives manufacturers a few options for memory, which will make up a large portion of any resulting device’s bill of materials. It can support up to 16GB, which is uncommon in these kinds of low-cost designs. If we do see $300 Snapdragon C laptops, expect 4-8GB of RAM at most, and likely 128GB or 256GB of storage.

    Snapdragon C vs Intel N250

    (Credit: Qualcomm)

    Indeed, the storage may well be UFS rather than NVMe SSD, too. Although the Snapdragon C does support PCIe 3 SSDs, it also supports UFS 2.2 and 3.1, which may be better suited to ultra-low-cost designs.

    Connectivity may be strong, though, with the Snapdragon C chip sporting native support for Wi-Fi 6 and 6E, Bluetooth 6.0, and USB 3.1 over both USB-C and USB-A. Indeed, the early laptops we saw came with a decent selection of USB ports, as well as a 3.5mm audio jack, HDMI output, SIM card slot, and microSD card reader.

    Recommended by Our Editors

    Qualcomm also released performance and efficiency numbers comparing the Snapdragon C to Intel’s N250, a similarly low-cost CPU with four cores and a 3.8GHz boost clock. They’re first-party numbers, so we’d like to test this ourselves before confirming, but Qualcomm claims a 24% advantage in multi-core workloads on GeekBench, and up to 44% faster in single-core workloads. It also claims to be more than twice as efficient, potentially unlocking some impressive battery life figures.

    All of this will depend on how the chip is implemented in eventual laptops, but we’re going to get designs from Asus, Acer, HP, and Lenovo in due time. Watch this space.

    About Our Expert

  • Gamers Are Building Steam Machines From Repurposed PS5 APUs

    Gamers Are Building Steam Machines From Repurposed PS5 APUs

    Gamers have found a novel way to build their own custom Steam Machines: Repurposed crypto-mining hardware based on the PS5 APU. The BC-250 board includes everything you need to get a gaming system up and running, and with SteamOS and a few tweaks, you can get Steam-Machine-like performance for a lot less, as Tom’s Hardware reports.

    The BC-250 is a slightly cut-down PS5 APU, with six Zen 2 cores (two of the original eight are disabled), and a 24 CU RDNA 2 graphics chip (16 of the original 40 are disabled), 16GB of shared GDDR5 memory, and support for a single NVMe PCIe 2 SSD. It has a DisplayPort 1.4 out (a real boon for an old mining rig), Gigabit Ethernet, and even a few USB-A ports for peripherals.

    Gamers have been hooking these things up to old SSDs and installing Linux on them, and the performance is pretty solid. Not like a Steam Machine out of the box, but very playable across a range of games at 1080p.

    The real fun, though, comes in tweaking the system to unlock its full potential. Modders have been able to unlock the two additional CPU cores, bringing the total to eight and massively improving overall performance. They’ve also managed to get the GPU’s full 40 CUs working, leading to a big increase in gaming performance.

    In Tom’s Hardware’s testing, with the full GPU available (though not the additional CPU cores), they were able to get performance very close to that of the real Steam Machine. And that system costs over $1,000 even when it’s in stock.

    BC-250 APUs on ebay.

    (Credit: eBay)

    In comparison, you can buy the BC-250 board by itself for around $300 on eBay, and there are even kits assembled with 3D-printed cases and compatible power supplies. You’ll usually need to provide your storage, which isn’t cheap in 2026, but an old PCIe 2.0 SSD isn’t going to be crazy money either.

    Recommended by Our Editors

    The whole thing is very much a DIY project build, as is making a Steam Machine in general. But this has a few extra wrinkles because, as a mining rig, it wasn’t designed for gaming, even if the underlying APU was. It’s likely that even with everything in place, you might run into compatibility issues with certain games, weird performance quirks, and potentially long load times due to poor storage.

    But if you like tweaking things, and especially if you want to build a very low-cost gaming PC in 2026, this might be one of the best ways to do it. Especially since you have a choice of SteamOS, Bazzite, or CatchyOS, offering a range of Linux platforms for affordable gaming.

    About Our Expert

  • Save Up to $1,000 With a Trade-In on Samsung’s Incredible New Foldable Phones

    Save Up to $1,000 With a Trade-In on Samsung’s Incredible New Foldable Phones

    An advertiser paid for editorial consideration of this deal. Our experts vetted the deal based on our independent expertise. Because we determined that the deal will save you money, we covered it.

    It’s new phone season, and we’re dazzled by Samsung‘s latest trio of foldables. Instead of resting on its laurels, the company is pushing the envelope in multiple directions with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8. The latest devices have new form factors, more powerful processors, wildly better battery life, and delightful screens. Samsung’s so confident that you’ll love them that it’s offering a huge trade-in deal on all three. You can get up to $1,000 off with an eligible device. Don’t have an old phone to swap? No stress, because there are Samsung gift certificates to give away as well. Read on for the details.


    Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

    Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

    5.5-inch display, 7.6-inch display, 256GB storage, 50MP, 50MP, 10MP cameras

    $899.99
    at Samsung

    $1,899.99
    Save $1,000.00


    Get Deal

    We were absolutely dazzled by the Galaxy Z Fold 8 in our review, giving the flagship phone an Editors’ Choice award and converting PCMag expert Kimberly Gedeon into a folding phone believer. She wrote that it “sets a new standard for book-style foldables,” solving all of the existing issues with the form factor and delivering exceptional performance, durability, and style. High points include the new 4:3 aspect ratio Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, which features a 1,848-by-2,448-pixel resolution when unfolded. It’s the best phone on the market for watching movies and TV shows, just for that. Battery life is also significantly improved, clocking in at almost 17 hours in our test, and the crease where you fold it is nearly invisible. You can get up to $1,000 back with an eligible trade-in at Samsung, or opt for a $200 Samsung e-certificate without trade-in.


    Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

    Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

    6.5-inch display, 8-inch display, 256GB storage, 200MP, 50MP, 10MP cameras

    $1,099.99
    at Samsung

    $2,099.99
    Save $1,000.00


    Get Deal

    New to the Galaxy Z foldable line this year is the Fold 8 Ultra, which offers more traditional dimensions than the base Fold 8, resulting in a bigger overall screen that’s less optimized for video watching and more for productivity and other apps. We gave it an “Excellent” rating in our review, lauding its wickedly sharp and powerful cameras, exceptional performance, and longer-lasting battery. Unfolded, it measures 6.24 by 5.64 inches, giving you a tablet-class display that’s vibrant and colorful. It also uses the new Flex Titanium structure for better durability and a smoother fold. It benchmarked at the top of its class thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, dominating resource-heavy games and multitasking with ease. The Z Fold 8 Ultra is eligible for the same trade-in deal as the Fold: up to $1,000 off the purchase price, or a $200 Samsung e-certificate without a trade-in.


    Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

    Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

    6.9-inch display, 4.1-inch display, 256GB storage, 50MP, 12MP, 10MP cameras

    $799.99
    at Samsung

    $1,199.99
    Save $400.00


    Get Deal

    For a more budget-conscious entry into the world of foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is a compact, portable device with a lot to recommend it. Unfolded, it resembles a standard cellphone, but flipping the almost undetectable hinge collapses it into a three-inch square. We gave it an “Excellent” rating in our review, with tester Eric Zeman calling it “Samsung’s most refined flip phone yet.” The big change over its predecessor is a lighter and thinner build that lets you use it more easily with one hand, but it also packs numerous improvements under the hood, most notably the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy CPU. We consider this chip the pinnacle of the mobile market, delivering buttery-smooth performance and plenty of useful on-device AI tools. The Flip 8 can be yours for up to $400 off with an applicable trade-in, or get you a $100 Samsung e-certificate without one.

    Want even more ways to save tons on tech? Our deals page is the destination for discounts.

    About Our Expert

  • Intel CEO Teases Possible Return to Memory Business

    Intel CEO Lip Bu-Tan has hinted that Intel might return to the memory industry it famously exited in the mid-80s when Japanese firms rose to prominence.

    During an appearance on Michael Marks’ TechSurge podcast, Tan said one of his pet projects is exploring new memory architectures. He noted that he recently hired former SK Hynix CEO Seok-Hee Lee as EVP of Intel Foundry, “so you kind of know something that I’m thinking about.”

    Intel started out as a memory manufacturer in the 1960s, and even after shuttering its main memory business decades ago, it’s dabbled in NAND and Optane. Now, though, it’s clearly considering a return to more mainstream manufacturing, as memory is no longer a commodity, but a strategic asset. Indeed, alongside Nvidia, memory makers Micron, SK Hynix, Samsung, and CXMT have made enormous profits from the AI boom.

    Tan joked that talking about memory is a “little bit of Back to the Future.” But he argued that there’s a way to “do stacking” with the CPU and memory. He’s been reluctant to invest in memory, but says “there’s a lot of new technology” coming out that could be interesting.

    Producing its own memory would also give Intel greater autonomy, especially if it integrates it into its CPUs. Considering Intel recently filed a patent for XBM that removes the interposer from HBM, it may be that any memory production goes to enterprise solutions.

    Recommended by Our Editors

    Building a new fab would cost billions, though, and represent a risky investment for a company that has struggled in recent years. Following investments from Nvidia and the US government, and a strong response to its latest consumer CPUs, things are looking a little brighter. Enough to build a competitive fab, though? I’m not so sure.

    If Intel does jump back in, any additional fabrication capacity would be welcome. Maxed-out production lines are one of the key reasons memory and storage—and everything they require—are so expensive in 2026. Although CXMT is ramping up production and new Micron and SK Hynix facilities are under construction, they aren’t expected to dent memory demand for at least another year or two.

    About Our Expert

  • An Eye-Catching Deal: Save $300 on This 75-Inch Toshiba 4K Smart TV Right Now

    An Eye-Catching Deal: Save $300 on This 75-Inch Toshiba 4K Smart TV Right Now

    This deal proves bigger is indeed better. Amazon has the Toshiba 75-inch Class M450 Series 4K smart TV on sale for $489.99, down from its regular $789.99 list price. This gives you a 38% discount on a giant home theater display featuring Regza QLED Color, the Regza AI Engine ZRi Gen3, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and Fire TV with Alexa.

    Bringing home a massive 75-inch smart television equipped with Regza Power Audio, HDR10+ Adaptive contrast, and low-latency gaming features for under $490 is an extraordinary value, making it easier to build an affordable living room theater.

    This $300 price cut completely removes the financial tax usually tied to giant 75-inch screens, giving movie lovers, sports fans, and console gamers a rare opportunity to capture rich QLED color depth and AI scene optimization without the standard retail price strain. Add this to your cart now!

    AMAZON DEAL ALERT


    Toshiba 75-inch Class M450 Series 4K Smart TV on white background

    Toshiba 75-inch Class M450 Series 4K Smart TV

    75-inch QLED 4K, REGZA AI engine, Dolby Vision/Atmos, HDR10+ adaptive, Fire TV, game mode VRR/ALLM

    $489.99
    at Amazon

    $789.99
    Save $300.00


    Get Deal

    The Toshiba 75-inch M450 TV elevates your home entertainment with Regza QLED Color and the Regza AI Engine ZRi Gen3. It uses Dolby Vision, HDR10+ Adaptive, and AI 4K Clarity upscaling, along with Regza Power Audio with Dolby Atmos sound, Game Mode with ALLM/VRR, and Fire TV streaming with Alexa, to transform your movie nights to the next level. But if you need more options, check out PCMag expert Will Greenwald’s list of the best 75-inches and above TVs for 2026.

    The Toshiba 75-inch M450 Series sets a high benchmark for big-screen value, combining Regza QLED color depth with Fire TV smart convenience. At almost 40% off, it takes the cost out of 75-inch home cinema displays, and treats you with AI 4K upscaling, Dolby Atmos audio, and Alexa voice search. Your eyes will thank you for this.

    Recommended by Our Editors

    However, if you’re looking for a smaller screen, then this 65-inch Hisense E7 Cinema Series 4K smart TV deal is available at 45% off.

    More Deals on TVs

    *Deals are selected by our commerce team

    About Our Expert

  • Tough Laptop, Easy Price: Save 37% Off the Asus Chromebook CR11

    Tough Laptop, Easy Price: Save 37% Off the Asus Chromebook CR11

    If you’re in a field like construction or manufacturing, you’ll need a ruggedized laptop that’s durable and reliable. It has to be able to take the blows that come with sometimes accidentally being dropped or hit with something, and come out working just fine. That’s where the Asus Chromebook CR11 comes in! It’s now on sale over at Amazon for $189.99, down from its original $299.99 price. That’s $110 in savings!


    Asus Chromebook CR11 Ruggedized Laptop

    Asus Chromebook CR11 Ruggedized Laptop

    64GB storage, 4GB RAM, 11.6-inch display

    $189.99
    at Amazon

    $299.99
    Save $110.00


    Get Deal

    As of August 11, the Asus Chromebook CR11 laptop is on sale for 37% off. According to CamelCamelCamel, this is the lowest price it’s been at since last year, so now’s the best time to grab it!

    This laptop has been ruggedized with US military-grade durability, giving it unparalleled protection from drops and falls. You won’t have to worry about any internal components being damaged again! The spill-resistant keyboard is also able to shrug off any accidental spills or water splashes that come its way. The inside is just as strong too, as the security and privacy systems ensure that this chromebook will never get a virus. Plus, ChromeOS is efficient at running all the Google apps, including Docs, Sheets, and Slides, keeping you productive.

    You’ll also get three months of Google One for free, as well as Gemini. So not only will you have a robust suite of work tools, but also an AI tool to help you work. The HD display has anti-glare so if you’re outdoors, you’ll still be able to see the screen clearly. This laptop also has a antimicrobial guard, which blocks bacteria growth by 99% over 24 hours.

    If you’re looking for alternatives, check out the Durabook S141 or the Dell Pro Rugged 14.

    Recommended by Our Editors

    More Chromebook Deals

    *Deals are selected by our commerce team

    Be sure to check out our other Amazon and chromebook coverage.

    About Our Expert