Engineering:Pixelbook

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Short description: Laptop developed by Google
Pixelbook
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Pixelbook
ManufacturerGoogle
Product familyGoogle Pixel
TypeChromebook
Release dateOctober 30, 2017 (2017-10-30)
Operating systemChromeOS
CPUIntel Core i5-7Y57 or i7-7Y75
Memory8 or 16 GB RAM
Storage128, 256 or 512 GB SSD
Display12.3 in (310 mm), 2,400 × 1,600 resolution
Connectivity
Dimensions(W×L×H):
220.8 mm × 290.4 mm × 10.3 mm (8.69 in × 11.43 in × 0.41 in)
Mass1.11 kg (2.4 lb)
PredecessorChromebook Pixel
SuccessorPixelbook Go
Related articlesGoogle Pixel Slate
Websitestore.google.com/us/product/google_pixelbook_specs

The Pixelbook (codenamed Eve during development) is a portable laptop/tablet hybrid computer developed by Google which runs ChromeOS. It was announced on October 4, 2017, and was released on October 30.[1] In September 2022, Google canceled future generations of the product and dissolved the team working on it.[2]

Unlike most typical Chromebook devices, the Pixelbook's retail price is much higher at around $1,000, comparable with laptops such as the Microsoft Surface Laptop.[3][4]

History

A rumored Pixel-branded Chromebook was anticipated to be launched at Google's annual fall hardware event in 2017 as a successor to the Chromebook Pixel;[5] it was potentially a spinoff from the prior year's Project Bison, which was anticipated to be a laptop that could convert into a tablet mode.[6] Google developed and launched a similar tablet with a detachable keyboard in 2018 (codenamed 'Nocturne') as the Pixel Slate.[7]

The Pixelbook was planned as the next generation of Google laptops after the Chromebook Pixel laptop was discontinued in 2016.[8] The company realised the Chromebook line had become successful after a slow start, obtaining a market share of 58% of schools in the US, and designed the Pixelbook as a serious industry player that can compete with Apple and Microsoft in this field.[9]

Limited details, the name, and preliminary pricing for the Pixelbook leaked ahead of the official announcement; in addition, a stylus accessory would also be available.[10] The Pixelbook was officially announced on October 4, 2017, at prices starting at US$999.[11]

The Pixelbook Go was announced in October 2019 as a Chromebook with similar performance as the Pixelbook and also equipped with a touchscreen, but the Go dropped tablet mode and stylus support. By September 19, 2020, Google had de-listed all models of the original Pixelbook from its online store, effectively marking its discontinuation.[12]

Features

The Pixelbook features a 12.3-inch (310 mm) touchscreen design, allowing the device to be used like a tablet. The device also features Google Assistant with a dedicated button. It runs ChromeOS and can launch Android applications natively.[13] There is a front-facing camera capable of recording video at 720p, 30 frames per second.[14] The hinge allows nearly a full 360° range of motion, enabling the computer to operate in "laptop", "tent", or "tablet" modes, depending on the opening angle.[15]

It features instant tethering; if a wifi signal is dropped, the Pixelbook will automatically connect to a suitable smartphone signal.[4] Either of the computer's two USB-C ports may be used for charging;[16] using the provided 45 W charger, charging takes up to two hours. The 41 W-hr battery has a claimed life of 10 hours.[14]

Pixelbook initial pricing and configurations[14][15]
Processor RAM Storage Graphics Price
(USD/GBP)
Core i5-7Y57 8 GB 128 GB Intel HD 615 US$999 / GB£999
256 GB US$1,199 / GB£1,199
Core i7-7Y75 16 GB 512 GB US$1,699 / GB£1,699

The top-end version with a Core i7 processor was exclusive to the Google Store and availability lagged the other models; it was not available to order until December 2017, with first shipments in January 2018.[17]

Accessories

The device is compatible with Pixelbook Pen, a stylus designed for Pixelbook and sold separately for $99/£99.[18] The stylus is pressure- and angle-sensitive, and features latency of just 10 ms.[15] It is powered by a AAAA battery.[16]

Response

The Pixelbook had a mixed response from the press, who praised the build quality but questioned the market for the device given the price.

  • A review by The Verge said "Just like the iPad Pro, the Pixelbook is an incredibly nice and powerful machine that can handle most of your computing tasks — but probably not all of them."[19]
  • A review in The Guardian said "the king of Chromebooks is pricey but first rate."[20]
  • A review in Engadget described it as "a premium Chromebook that's worth the price."[21]
  • A review in Wired suggested that "I'm not sure anyone will buy one" in October 2017.[22]
  • The Financial Times published a positive review of the new Pixelbook, saying there was more functionality offline than in prior models, among other fixed problems.[23]

References

  1. ↑ Hardawar, Devindra. "Google's Pixelbook is a 2-in-1 premium Chromebook". Engadget. https://www.engadget.com/2017/10/04/google-pixelbook-chromebook/. 
  2. ↑ Google canceled its next Pixelbook and shut down the team building it, The Verge
  3. ↑ "Google Pixelbook, Laptop with Google Assistant". https://store.google.com/product/google_pixelbook. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Google launches Pixelbook – the most expensive Chromebook yet". Which. October 12, 2017. https://www.which.co.uk/news/2017/10/google-launches-pixelbook-the-most-expensive-chromebook-yet/. 
  5. ↑ Ruddock, David (August 21, 2017). "Exclusive: Google plans to launch a new Chromebook Pixel, mini version of Google Home alongside new phones". Android Police. https://www.androidpolice.com/2017/08/21/exclusive-google-plans-to-launch-a-new-chromebook-pixel-mini-version-of-google-home-alongside-new-phones/. 
  6. ↑ Ruddock, David (September 26, 2016). "Exclusive: Google is planning a 'Pixel 3' laptop running the 'Andromeda' OS for release in Q3 2017". Android Police. https://www.androidpolice.com/2016/09/26/exclusive-google-is-planning-a-pixel-3-laptop-running-the-andromeda-os-for-release-in-q3-2017/. 
  7. ↑ Bradshaw, Kyle (September 5, 2018). "[Update: Pixel Slate name, renders Everything we know about 'Nocturne', the first of a few potential 'Pixelbook 2' prototypes"]. 9 to 5 Google. https://9to5google.com/2018/09/27/nocturne-pixelbook-2-made-by-google-explained/. 
  8. ↑ "Google discontinues the Chromebook Pixel 2 | VentureBeat" (in en-US). August 30, 2016. https://venturebeat.com/2016/08/29/chromebook-pixel-2-discontinued/. 
  9. ↑ "Google Pixelbook review: the Chromebook grows up". TechCrunch. October 26, 2017. https://techcrunch.com/2017/10/26/google-pixelbook-review-the-chromebook-grows-up/. 
  10. ↑ Gao, Richard (September 19, 2017). "Google Pixelbook, a laptop-tablet hybrid with a $99 "Pixelbook Pen," will start at $1199 and top out at $1749". Android Police. https://www.androidpolice.com/2017/09/19/google-pixelbook-laptop-tablet-hybrid-99-pixelbook-pen-will-start-1199-top-1749/. 
  11. ↑ Palmer, Jordan (October 4, 2017). "Google's Pixelbook is official, starts at $999 with an optional stylus for $99". Android Police. https://www.androidpolice.com/2017/10/04/googles-pixelbook-official/. 
  12. ↑ Hollister, Sean (September 21, 2020). "Google seemingly discontinues the original Pixelbook but won't quite say". The Verge. https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/21/21449640/google-pixelbook-discontinue-chromebook-laptop. 
  13. ↑ "Hands on: Google Pixelbook review". Tech Radar. http://www.techradar.com/reviews/google-pixelbook. Retrieved October 18, 2017. 
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 "Pixelbook specifications". Google Inc.. https://support.google.com/pixelbook/answer/7504948. 
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 Amadeo, Ron (October 4, 2017). "The Google Pixelbook brings back to the $1,000 Chrome OS halo device". Ars Technica. https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/the-google-pixelbook-brings-back-the-1000-chrome-os-halo-device/. 
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 Amadeo, Ron (October 5, 2017). "Google Pixelbook hands-on: Stunning hardware with the usual limited OS". Ars Technica. https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2017/10/google-pixelbook-hands-on-google-builds-a-beautiful-premium-laptop/. 
  17. ↑ Whitwam, Ryan (December 20, 2017). "The high-end Pixelbook with Core i& CPU is now available on the Google Store, ships in January". Android Police. https://www.androidpolice.com/2017/12/20/high-end-pixelbook-core-i7-cpu-now-available-google-store-ships-january/. 
  18. ↑ Fingas, Jon. "Google's Pixelbook Pen searches for what you circle". Engadget. https://www.engadget.com/2017/10/04/google-pixelbook-pen/. 
  19. ↑ "Google Pixelbook review: emperor of Chrome". The Verge. https://www.theverge.com/2017/10/26/16550908/google-pixelbook-review-chromebook-android-laptop. 
  20. ↑ Gibbs, Samuel (December 7, 2017). "Google Pixelbook review: the king of Chromebooks is pricey but first rate" (in en-GB). The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2017/dec/07/google-pixelbook-review-chromebook-computer-hardware. 
  21. ↑ "Google Pixelbook review: A premium Chromebook that's worth the price" (in en-US). Engadget. https://www.engadget.com/2017/10/26/google-pixelbook-review/. 
  22. ↑ "Google's new Pixelbook packs a punch – but is it enough for pros?". Wired. October 4, 2017. https://www.wired.co.uk/article/google-pixelbook-release-date-uk-price-specs-pre-order. Retrieved October 18, 2017. 
  23. ↑ Waters, Richard (October 26, 2017). "Review: Google's Pixelbook — nearly everything breaks new ground". Financial Times (United Kingdom). https://www.ft.com/content/7df0f5f6-ba24-11e7-8c12-5661783e5589. 



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