Samsung Unveils Galaxy Chromebook Plus with New AI Features

Samsung has introduced its latest Chromebook model, the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, marking the thinnest and lightest version of the Chromebook Plus series to date. This article will discuss everything about the latest Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus, including its expected price in Nepal. 

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus Overview

Display and Build

The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus features a 15.6-inch OLED display with a brightness of 400 nits. As mentioned earlier, this Chromebook is the thinnest and lightest Chromebook ever, measuring just 11.8mm thick and 1.17kg. 

Performance

It is powered by an Intel Core 3 100U processor, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. In terms of battery life, Samsung has promised up to 13 hours of use on a single charge.  Additionally, the Chromebook introduces the Quick Insert key, which offers easy access to tools like text editing, adding links, and inserting emojis. This feature simplifies interactions and improves workflow efficiency.

AI Integration

One of the highlights of this new Chromebook is its integration of Google AI features. The Help me read tool summarizes PDFs and articles, while Live Translate supports translations in over 100 languages. The built-in Recorder app uses AI for transcriptions, and enhanced video call features improve both audio and visual quality. In addition to these features, all Chromebooks, including this model, will now come equipped with Gemini, Google’s AI platform. This allows users to chat with the AI for help with various tasks like trip planning or image generation. Google One AI Premium is also offered free for three months with new Chromebook purchases.

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Additional Features and Connectivity

The Chromebook Plus also offers features like Welcome Recap, which gives users a visual overview of recent activities, and Focus, designed to help minimize distractions. Users can also pin important files directly to their home screen for easier access. The Chromebook is equipped with a wide range of ports, including a full-sized HDMI port, a micro SD card slot, two USB Type-C ports, a USB Type-A port, and a combined headphone/microphone jack.

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus Specifications

• Thickness: 11.8mm
• Weight: 1.17 kg
• Display: 15.6-inch OLED, 400 nits brightness
• Processor: Intel Core i3-100U
• RAM: 8GB
• Storage: 256GB
• AI Features: Help me read, Live Translate, AI transcription, video call enhancements
• Ports:
  • 1x HDMI (full-sized)
  • 1x micro SD card slot
  • 2x USB Type-C
  • 1x USB Type-A
  • Headphone/microphone jack
• Battery Life: Up to 13 hours

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus Price in Nepal and Availability

The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus is priced at $699 in the US. If it ever makes it here, we expect its price in Nepal to start at no less than NPR 113,999. Stay tuned!

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