Budget-strapped consumers and students with light computing needs will be captivated by Lenovo's Chromebook Duet, a detachable 2-in-1 that tops better-known 2-in-1 tablets on value.
Low price includes keyboard; Handy tablet gestures and Android phone integration; Decent cameras; Good battery life
Tepid performance; Only one USB port and no headphone jack; Cramped keyboard; No memory card slot
Lenovo’s Chromebook Duet is far from flawless. But when you’re evaluating a device that starts at $279, the question isn’t “Is this a perfect device?” The question is: “Is this better than other stuff you can get for that price?”
Ultra portable; 11-hour battery life; Included keyboard and kickstand; You can’t beat the price
Cramped keyboard and touchpad; Just one port (and it’s not a headphone jack); Lacks the horsepower for serious multitasking
Lenovo's Chromebook Duet sounded like a winner the moment we first heard about it. It's a 2-in-1 detachable tablet running Chrome OS, and though it might not pack the fastest chipset, the rest of its hardware impresses — especially given that it starts at just $280 and comes with a keyboard cover.
Price $280 feels like a steal; Comes with keyboard Not all detachable 2-in-1s do (though they should); Battery life Easily lasts multiple days in lighter use, with great standby time; Screen Impressive for the price. It's sharp and bright with minimal bezels.
Thick with everything attached The kickstand isn't built-in, it's a separate piece. Mix in the keyboard cover, and the tablet is now more than twice as thick; Keyboard cover It's not rigid enough, sliding around when closed and flexing too easily when open, interfering with the...
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