View on Amazon in your region: amzn.to/3tlDJA1 For UK try: amzn.to/48Yk3FZ (my affiliate links). Check spec matches the Chromebook in the video. ✨ Find/follow/support the channel: linktr.ee/mergedroid ✨ * UPDATE 02 * (February 2024) - Since updating to ChromeOS build v121 it seems the Acer 311 with the MT8183 processor as I have here is now running 64 bit ChromeOS rather than the original 32 bit ChromeOS it was running. Possible this was also related to an Android update. * UPDATE 01 * (September 2023) - Since publishing this video, Google have increased the AUE date (the date up to which the Chromebook receives ChromeOS feature and security updates) to June 2030. AUE date video: ruclips.net/video/KdeqbCqAfi4/видео.html How does the Acer Spin 311 compare to the competition of the Lenovo Flex 3i Chromebook (5th Gen.)? Video comparison: ruclips.net/video/KjO-VlKmFlI/видео.html I'd also suggest you check the video on the 6th Gen. Flex 3i with the Celeron N4500 processor - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html or the even newer 8th gen with the Intel N100 or N200 processor: ruclips.net/video/nc6RMm7Z9JQ/видео.html
I just got a used unit. Much to my surprise it works quite well in late 2022. Yes, it is a low end product. I was able to run a RUclips video while playing a browser version of Doom (with three other browser tabs open) but it did stutter at times (hardly surprising!). The 32 GB of memory is a bit limiting, as is the 3 gb of RAM. And the unit I got only has one USB-A and one USB-C slot. But for all that, I was quite impressed. The key board and track pad are nice, the touch screen is sensitive enough (but not TOO sensitive). It runs for an entire day. It was able to run every Android App, PWA, and Web site that I threw at it (but I am not a gamer. Doom was the only game that I really tried out much). This Chromebook’s specs are nothing special, but it just works. The small size is an asset for students, and my college student daughter assures me that it will run everything a freshman college student is likely to need. So I am giving this away to a young lady who is starting college next year, feeling certain that it will get her through at least a couple of years of school. The AUE is 2028, so it could theoretically get her through grad school!
@@clydeosterhout1221 No problem, just wanted to be sure and in case anyone else read and wasn't too sure. Thanks for the detail you gave though and certainly hope you'll check out some of the other videos on the channel for more Chromebook content like this.
This is on sale for $169 in the U.S. so after two weeks of research I finally settled on buying this chromebook. This is my second Acer chromebook. Performance wise it's obviously not as fast as my Windows laptop but I actually like it. I'm using this chromebook as my to-go work mini laptop.
Sounds good, that's a brilliant price! Is that at most stores? What was your other Acer Chromebook? Please do check out some of the other Chromebook content on the channel and consider subscribing if it looks good 👍
@@MergeDroid The sale price of $169 is only at selective stores. My first Acer Chromebook was the C720 it's super old now but still usable. I'll subscribe to your channel I find it concise and useful. Thanks!
@@CeceliaS69 Ah, an excellent machine, that was my first Chromebook, outstanding value for the years I had it. Thanks for the consideration on the channel, I hope you might find something of interest.
@@andrewgoldstein6271 I think Arturo Rubio just tried to reply to you, I saw a notification, but the comment was deleted (probably by RUclips as it contained a link). Anyway, they were kindly pointing out that the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K3WL is 150 USD at Walmart at the moment - check their website.
i just picked this up got 4 gb 64eemc version its very nice for viewing. movies and gaming are good and so is audio. i replaced my dell 3100 with this and have no complaints and im loving the touchscreen.
That's great. A really nice upgrade. Hope the video helped and please do check out the other Chromebook content on the channel and consider a subscribe 👍
@@commander_maddogtheog Some options (inc. the big/popular games like Roblox, Minecraft and Fortnite plus more) you might like are in the Gaming Playlist on the channel - ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8pCp1JX8QH02cTi1Vq2hJFY
Glad they've been of use, thanks for letting me know. The non Spin version looks decent enough, same MT8183 processor so same long support life. You might want to compare that to the HP 11a - ruclips.net/video/xmD9z9NYY-8/видео.html which also has the same MediaTek processor. If you're in the UK I know that one is available for £149 in Currys / PC World, worth checking in other regions too as it's usually priced to be competitive.
Have the same model. Also my go to. Very peppy with that Mediatek CPU--seems almost as fast as my main laptop with twice the RAM and a Ryzen 5 5500U CPU. The typing is good. The trackpad fine. The screen is good but I would like it to be just a little brighter. Would've been nice if there were a micro SD card slot for more storage. And, ideally, I'd love for it to utilize more of that screen space. This size is ideal for a 13" FHD instead of a 11.6" HD. But, that would not have been COST effective. Would have priced it much higher. That said, at less than $200 regularly it is very hard to beat this. One other thing. I DID have a battery FAILURE with this. I suppose all the supply chain problems may have led to weaker quality control. Fortunately ACER did me a solid and replaced the battery with a new one. Been good ever since. I'm in the U.S., of course.
Thanks for sharing. Glad the support was good for it too. I hope you might checkout some of the other content on the channel too, like the review of the big brother to this Chromebook, the Acer Spin 513 - ruclips.net/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/видео.html
I found this Chromebook at my local Savers Thirft Store for $15! It was missing a key and it has a loose USB-C port put I was able to charge it! It's great!
That's a decent price, thanks for sharing. Hope you enjoy your Chromebook and find some of the other content on the channel of use 👍 Please do consider a subscribe if it's useful.
Sounds good, that's still a good price. I've kept my 'best price' for Black Friday in the US in my pinned comment in this video as Walmart at $155, but please do reply there if something further changes. Full Black Friday Chromebook Deals video here: ruclips.net/video/KGdyR9ghgHI/видео.html
*April 2022 and the excellent Acer Spin 311 Chromebook (light weight, 11.6 inch, convertible, MT8183) is just £174 at Currys with the code FREENEXTDAYDEL plus with the Chromebook offer I Tweeted about recently (see @MergeDroid) you can claim £35 cashback making it just £139! Bargain.*
*January 2022 and the Acer Spin 311 is back down to it's Black Friday 2021 price of £199 at Amazon (link in video description) and the same at John Lewis in the UK. Are you buying? What's the best price in your region? The Acer Spin 513 is also on offer, review with details: **ruclips.net/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/видео.html*
Hi, thanks for checking the video. What are you concerned about filling your Chromebook storage up with? It's intended you use most of your files from the cloud, like Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive. With reagrds to the Android apps I think you'll find you won't use it like your phone with loads of apps, as you'll mainly want to take advantage of the full browser experience. If you do want storage for say offline media I quite like this solution - ruclips.net/user/shorts60Ngcm87ju4 You can also use something like this to attached an SD card/peripherals externally - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html There are also other models of this Spin 311 with SD card slots and more storage (64GB) on board, but I think it's only in the Intel based version with the older N4000 processor. If you want to compare it so similar 2-in-1 11.6 inch Chromebooks that do have an SD card slot and options of 64GB on board, check out the generation 5 and generation 6 Lenovo Flex 3 Chromebook - ruclips.net/video/thiDJ_cNnQU/видео.html
Got one brand new sealed for $69 at Walmart on Feb 2023. It's super nice and the battery last for 7 to 8 hours. Better than buying an Amazon Kindle 10" tablet.
You did well! N4000 Celeron then I guess(?) First Chromebook or already a convert? Hope you might like some of the other bargain tech / Chromebook content on the channel 👍
@@MergeDroid My first Chromebook. I was looking for the white 15.6" Acer Chromebook on eBay (An older Model that I like because of the chassis design and FHD display) and then a friend gave me the tip from Walmart. Before that, I was using Pop OS on a Lenovo Laptop.
Thanks for sharing, that's pretty pricey! Definitely for this model with the MT8183 processor or potentially the N4000 Celeron with the screen that supports the stylus? Any refurb / open box options on ebay for example?
If you went more premium, how much is the Lenovo Flex 5i out of interest? Amazon affiliate link in video desc. ruclips.net/video/SsB8-DfNxWg/видео.html
Ah. You'll see a lot of the Chromebooks I feature on the channel and deals I share on Twitter are for refurb / open box Chromebooks. Anything on ebay France or Amazon Warehouse in France that might be worth a review?
Thank you. Good Video. It seems now it has been updated to 4GB Rama and 64 GB drive. Did you find hard disk capacity to be an issue? Also does it have an expansion slot. Most chrome books do have those I do not seem to see one on this.
Hi, no issue with storage as am using cloud resources. No SD card slot, but you can get one if you use this - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html or if you're just concerned about extra storage, this is what I do on my Chromebooks - ruclips.net/user/shorts60Ngcm87ju4
@ManjitSandhu you're welcome, glad to help. Please do check out more of the Chromebook content on tbe channel and consider a sub if it looks good to you 😎
Will it slowdown with at least 25 chrome tabs open? Like, a mix of product pages from aliexpress, online adobe cloud apps, canva, shopify... I'd really love to know... if it doesn't slowdown I might have to buy this instead of a MacBook air m1! Thanks
Whilst it'd cope, you'd see a difference when compared the the MacBook. I think I'd recommend you look at a slightly more meaty Chromebook, maybe the Flex 5i ruclips.net/video/SsB8-DfNxWg/видео.html
Hi, I hope you like it. The browser updates as part of the OS update so check for updates to ChromeOS via the Settings app. If unclear just let me know and I can give step by step instructions.
Thank you. I just ordered one. But realized from your video there is no hdmi port to hook up to dual monitors via docking station. 😒 Hope I can find another way.
Hi, yes, you're right on one of the solutions - see my video here - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html If you want one for dual HDMI check this on Amazon - amzn.to/3JDpRcT (my affiliate link). If you wanted a dedicated dock with a lot more connectivity including dual HDMI, check the dock I've started testing recently as featured in my video here - ruclips.net/video/b8_-EcMwjVM/видео.html These items are also all found in my Amazon stores - link in video description. Hope it helps and you enjoy the Spin 311!
Hi, it has the Google Play Store. If you need to use an SD card, consider if a adaptor similar to the one in this video, but with an SD card slot may be enough help - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html
*Just $130 at WalMart in the US at the moment (posting this on 24th October 2021) for this Acer Spin 311! Model in the US is: CP311-3H-K3WL Ensure it's with the MediaTek MT8183 processor. If you like updates like this on tech bargains, follow me on Twitter @MergeDroid. See if Amazon price match in the US: **amzn.to/3tlDJA1** and if you want to check the price in the UK on Amazon - **amzn.to/3fA0meB** These are my affiliate links, if you use it you'll pay the normal price there but they'll give me a small percent.*
Hi what do you think about this version vs the Chromebook CP311-2HN with the intel N4000 but the extra usb/card reader etc? Could you also use the card reader to expand memory, Im unsure which to go for. Thanks
Hi Richard, thanks for checking the channel and the video out. The CP311-2HN model allows stylus compatibility, if that's not important to you I wouldn't go for it. The N4000 Celeron processor is starting to get a bit old now, I'd look for something the at least the N4020 to compare such as the 5th gen. 11.6" Lenovo Flex 3, you can see how that compares to the Acer Spin 311 with the MT8183 here - ruclips.net/video/KjO-VlKmFlI/видео.html That will give you some of the extra ports too if that's an important factor. If you do like the look of that also consider the newer 6th gen. with the N4500 processor, I picked one up recently - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html That said remember you can also add a dock/hub to your Chromebook for extra connectivity - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html I hope some of this helps, I'd say any of those mentioned and the Acer in this video are all great Chromebook options, just depends on your preference.
Brilliant, I'm sure you'll like it. Are you in the UK? If so see the comment from earlier in the week about the price at Argos / Amazon (you can chose to use my link in the video description if you like).
The Netflix Google Play Store app is compatible. Keep in mind it's an HD screen, if you wanted FHD you might consider the Acer Spin 513 - ruclips.net/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/видео.html
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience via your reviews. Discovered your channel last night...very helpful. Was wondering what your experience with your Acer 311 is with these situations: 1. video conferencing meetings -- camera, microphone and speakers ok? 2. using a TV as secondary display (my expiring Chromebook has an HDMI port and has work great...am new to USB-C) Was wondering your opinion on which of these Acer 311 options is better? (Am in Canada) A) Acer CB311 CB311-11H-K7SF 11.6" Chromebook with Mediatek MTK 8183, 4GB DDR4, 32GB eMMC (this looks like yours) B ) Acer Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-2H-C04Y 11.6" Intel N4100 / 4GB RAM / 32GB Flash Memory Storage / Intel UHD Graphics 600 / Chrome OS Laptop Due to price matching, can get both for $180CAD. There's a difference in the auto update expiry. Option A is June 2028 vs June 2027 for Option B. Am wondering if the CPU + RAM + graphics card would be noticably better/reliable? My computing needs are basic -- mostly office documents, watching videos/movies online. Thanks, in advance, for your help with this question. Also, if you have time you might look at adding affiliate product links in Canada.
Hi Steve, thanks - glad the channel is proving useful. For your queries... 1.) Webcam and audio are OK, but nothing special. What video conferencing software do you mainly use? 2.) A USB C to HDMI adaptor will do the trick for display out no problem. If you want something with even more ports, including pass through power, some ideas/information in this video - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html A vs B - Either of those processor options are fairly similar, but personally I'd probably recommend the MediaTek based Acer Spin as generally find better Android compatibility and you have the year extra on the update life. If it's available, you might want to compare against the new Lenovo Flex 3 with the N4500 or N6000 processor. Newer processors, updates to Chrome OS to June 2029 and an HDMI port on board - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html A little extra weight compared to the Spin 311. I might do more in-depth comparison video sometime. My Amazon affiliate links should direct you to your local Amazon site including in Canada, so hopefully useful if you decide to make a purchase, even if you have to search once there for a slightly different model. I really appreciate your support.
@@MergeDroid Thanks for your response here and additional tips (via the linked videos). The available options of Chromebooks in Canada right now is odd...the machines you reviewed are either not available or at surprisingly high prices. That said, the info you shared pointed me in the right direction. I landed on the Acer Spin 511...which seems to be a "military grade" version of the 311. The AUE date is June 2027...an ok sacrifice for a price matching deal + $25 credit for recycling the expired Chromebook = $145 + taxes. Thanks for the video that included the USB-C to HDMI adaptor...I got one of those.
Hi, that's cool. A couple of thoughts - if built in USB A ports are important you could consider the newer Lenovo Flex 3i 11.6 inch Chromebook with the Intel Celeron N4500 processor - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html and/or if you are thinking about a hub, it will usb the USB C port like this one - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html What USB A devices do you want to use at the same time out of interest?
Hi Nahuel, thanks for checking the video. You're right - no card slot on this one. Here's what I do for media etc - ruclips.net/video/60Ngcm87ju4/видео.html You can't allocate it for apps etc though. Do check out the Lenovo Flex 3i if you need a card slot built in - ruclips.net/video/S3cosESb7mY/видео.html ....and please vote in the poll in my Community tab 👍
Thank you very much for this review. I do have one question what's the speed on the Chromebook? How fast does it open websites applications Etc? I'm thinking about purchasing this laptop and I want a very fast and snappy laptop.
Hi Chris, glad it's useful. It's certainly fast enough not to be an issue, however there are more powerful machines, check the videos on the channel on the HP x360 14c, Lenovo Flex 5i and the Acer Spin 513. If they look good please do consider a subscribe 👍
@@chrissavage6905 Hi Chris, thanks. No, typically 11.6 inch more entry level Chromebooks won't have back lit keyboards. I have a playlist with a couple that do here - ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8rW8u50RD4fDlVMVVLDnq0J As you'll see, if you're prepared to buy a refurb (often just an open box return) you won't have to pay that much more for one if it's an important feature for you.
@@MergeDroid thank you for your reply. I have an Acer 13 inch, bought in 2018, still works fine, but doesn't have a back light for the keys. I though I would go for the smaller screen as it is more portable, but I would like the lit keys. Do any other manufacturer offer this?
Do you by chance know what the difference is between the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K23X and CP311-3H-K3WL. I am making my purchase today. Just want to know if there is a difference with these numbers/letters?
Hi Krystal, thanks for checking the video and channel out. I've had a quick check of those two variations and nothing jumps out, they're both the MediaTek MT8183 powered versions with 4GB RAM. What region are you in?
Hi, well the Chromebook is always changing (currently typing this on: ruclips.net/video/nc6RMm7Z9JQ/видео.html). For my phone, up until last summer I was using the Pixel 4a (such a great SMALL phone), and since then the Pixel 7a. How about you?
@semzhou5535 yes, be interesting to see what happens next with a potential Pixel 8a or not and then the Pixel 9. By next year if I see a good deal I may be tempted to change. Are you happy with the Samsung? I can definitely recommend trying a Pixel one day 👍 How about for a Chromebook?
@@MergeDroid yeah well see for the rest yes im def satified with my A53 but theres only one downside the amount of samsungs own crapware that cant be deleted like Onedrive like i cant sync my galerie foto's with google drive it forces me to use Onedrive wich sucks
Do you want to find out which machine will last longer in terms of battery? Related - you can see some useful battery info following my short guide here - ruclips.net/video/d6OeO0kK9w8/видео.html
Do you maybe mean which battery will last longer - the one in the Acer Spin 311 or Acer 513? The battery life on the Spin 513 seemed decent during the brief time I had it, but I think the Spin 311 will last longer, a smaller screen to power and the MediaTek processor really is excellent.......but it all depends exactly what you're doing on them, how bright you have the screen, etc.
@@MergeDroid I mean on an android mobile you can check when the battery is low how long it lasted since you last recharged it. I'm wonder if you can check that information also on the chromebook?
@@FranciscaSL Ah, I see. I don't think there is anything built in, but you can install an app from the Google Play Store like AccuBattery to give extra info on your battery life and history - play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.digibites.accubattery Maybe see how that looks for you. When you set it up it will prompt you to enter the 'Design Capacity' of the battery, for the Acer Spin 311 enter '4865'.
Hi again Adrian. Thanks for checking more out on the channel. I'm quite interested in why they may be different. Maybe the memory or SSD type used. Any specific tasks where the difference is notable?
Hi, no problem, here's a quick Shorts video that I hope will help you and others ruclips.net/video/6zlvOBLXM28/видео.html If you have it in the convertible mode with the speakers facing up for movies it's also quite good. Obviously the general quality isn't amazing at this price point and don't expect much bass feel to them, but it's good enough in my opinion, not like the ones on the HP 11a for example (see my review for a demo there).
Hi, they won't be muffled as such, it's quite common design. You can hear more example audio from the speakers on the Acer Spin 311 Chromebook in my video comparison with that and the Lenovo Flex 3i here - ruclips.net/video/KjO-VlKmFlI/видео.html
Hi, I get video, audio etc out via USB C on my Plugable dock - ruclips.net/user/shortsr0nnUaazlVQ and also via my Lemorele hub - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html It might be the spec of your adaptor or could be the HDMI cables, can you test with a different HDMI cable maybe? I also use it for power in and all my other USB peripherals.
Hi, there's no MicroSD card reader slot on this particular variation of thw Acer Spin 311 Chromebook, so you'll want to pickup something like a USB C hub with a card reader slot. Check out this video for ideas, but of course select one with a MicroSD card reader slot - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html Alternatively if it's just about more storage for media etc, this is what I do - ruclips.net/user/shorts60Ngcm87ju4
No backlit keyboard on this Chromebook. Check my playlist of Chromebooks that do have a backlit keyboard here: ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8rW8u50RD4fDlVMVVLDnq0J
Hi Ellery, welcome to the channel. Yes, I'd day so, you can install compatible Android games like Roblox and also Linux games like Minecraft - see my Chromebook gaming playlist - ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8pCp1JX8QH02cTi1Vq2hJFY I think the touchscreen and convertible form factor, plus the fact it doesn't cost the earth yet feels fairly robust, make the Acer Spin 311 Chromebook a good option for children for games.....and even school work 😎
@@MergeDroid awesome, just bought one for my kid for Christmas. All she does is light Kinemaster Gacha video editing, tiktok and Roblox. Good to know it'll run Roblox!
@@TH0KH Great, lucky her. Kinemaaster was included in the Chromebook perks before, so be sure to check my video on that too - ruclips.net/video/QhDG4ZCRhFU/видео.html to understand that and any other discounts or offers she (and you!) may benefit from.
*BLACK FRIDAY / CYBER MONDAY 2022 - Overview video: **ruclips.net/video/XZkcPzTmFoY/видео.html* *£179 at AO in the UK, search their site for product ID 92050 Can't see any great deals in the US or else where, please comment if you spot any - thanks!*
No, it's not compatible with a stylus. There is one different model with the Celeron N4000 that was, but I wouldn't recommend that one. See my recent review of the Spin 314 if you might consider a larger Chromebook that's compatible with a stylus.
Hi Andrew, no this version does not support a stylus. There is a version with an N4000 Celeron processor that does, but I wouldn't recommend it - costs more and the older processor. If you want an 11.6 inch convertible Chromebook that supports (and comes with) a stylus, check my comparison of the Lenovo 500e 2nd Gen. and the ASUS Flip C214MA - ruclips.net/video/JLKfB9Qil7E/видео.html There are full reviews of both on the channel linked from there too. If you go with the ASUS, just be careful with the exact model variation as I mention in the description for that review of it as one type doesn't come with or support the stylus.
*BLACK FRIDAY 2021 DEALS: Just £198.99 for the Acer Spin in the UK as we approach Black Friday at Amazon (see video description for links). Also the same price at John Lewis, AO, Argos and the like. NOTE - if you buy from John Lewis and you are signed up to My John Lewis Rewards, you can add a Google Nest 2nd Gen. Home Hub for free until 30th November - use code 'BFGOOGLE'. In the US the best price looks to be Walmart at $149. Please comment with the best deal in your region, don't include links as your comment won't always post - although it'll show for you (not always allowed by RUclips).* *If you're not sure which Chromebook to go for this Black Friday, see my short list video (which includes this machine and others) here: **ruclips.net/video/KGdyR9ghgHI/видео.html* *PAST:* *Up to 22/11/2021: n the US the best price looks to be Walmart at $155.*
4GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage. You can't expand it, but here's what I like to do for storing offline media etc - ruclips.net/video/60Ngcm87ju4/видео.html
@@MergeDroid Thanks for the reply(Subscriber Earned 👍) I ended up getting the LENOVO CHROMEBOOK C340 before your reply...hopefully I made a great pick I always look up reviews before making a purchase
Thanks! I hope you'll enjoy the channel. Also I saw your comment about the Walmart deal and updated my pinned comment. For some reason the comment was deleted, I've seen others reporting this happening more on YT recently. The C340-11 (assume 11.6 inch version, the 'regular' C340 is actually the 15 inch version) is still a great machine and not too dissimilar from its successor the Flex 3i (you've probably seen my video there). I also have some videos on the C340-11 👍 Enjoy it. What deal / price did you pay?
@@yourfortress-unwind776 Please see my pinned comment over on that video for the best Black Friday deals for it in the US and UK: ruclips.net/video/S3cosESb7mY/видео.html (Note - this is the Flex 3i with the N4020 processor, maybe you got the newer version?).
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* UPDATE 02 * (February 2024) - Since updating to ChromeOS build v121 it seems the Acer 311 with the MT8183 processor as I have here is now running 64 bit ChromeOS rather than the original 32 bit ChromeOS it was running. Possible this was also related to an Android update.
* UPDATE 01 * (September 2023) - Since publishing this video, Google have increased the AUE date (the date up to which the Chromebook receives ChromeOS feature and security updates) to June 2030. AUE date video: ruclips.net/video/KdeqbCqAfi4/видео.html
How does the Acer Spin 311 compare to the competition of the Lenovo Flex 3i Chromebook (5th Gen.)? Video comparison: ruclips.net/video/KjO-VlKmFlI/видео.html I'd also suggest you check the video on the 6th Gen. Flex 3i with the Celeron N4500 processor - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html or the even newer 8th gen with the Intel N100 or N200 processor: ruclips.net/video/nc6RMm7Z9JQ/видео.html
I just got a used unit. Much to my surprise it works quite well in late 2022. Yes, it is a low end product. I was able to run a RUclips video while playing a browser version of Doom (with three other browser tabs open) but it did stutter at times (hardly surprising!). The 32 GB of memory is a bit limiting, as is the 3 gb of RAM. And the unit I got only has one USB-A and one USB-C slot. But for all that, I was quite impressed. The key board and track pad are nice, the touch screen is sensitive enough (but not TOO sensitive). It runs for an entire day. It was able to run every Android App, PWA, and Web site that I threw at it (but I am not a gamer. Doom was the only game that I really tried out much). This Chromebook’s specs are nothing special, but it just works. The small size is an asset for students, and my college student daughter assures me that it will run everything a freshman college student is likely to need. So I am giving this away to a young lady who is starting college next year, feeling certain that it will get her through at least a couple of years of school.
The AUE is 2028, so it could theoretically get her through grad school!
That's great, thanks for sharing. Maybe a typo or check your device, but should be 4gb RAM.
Typo. I really need to proof read my posts more carefully!
@@clydeosterhout1221 No problem, just wanted to be sure and in case anyone else read and wasn't too sure. Thanks for the detail you gave though and certainly hope you'll check out some of the other videos on the channel for more Chromebook content like this.
@@MergeDroid subscribed!
Amazing, welcome along! 😎
This was a really good review and covered everything I needed to know, thank you. Purchased!
Cool, exactly what I was aiming for. I'm sure you'll like it. Hope you'll consider a sub and checking my other content 👍
This is on sale for $169 in the U.S. so after two weeks of research I finally settled on buying this chromebook. This is my second Acer chromebook. Performance wise it's obviously not as fast as my Windows laptop but I actually like it. I'm using this chromebook as my to-go work mini laptop.
Sounds good, that's a brilliant price! Is that at most stores? What was your other Acer Chromebook? Please do check out some of the other Chromebook content on the channel and consider subscribing if it looks good 👍
@@MergeDroid The sale price of $169 is only at selective stores. My first Acer Chromebook was the C720 it's super old now but still usable. I'll subscribe to your channel I find it concise and useful. Thanks!
@@CeceliaS69 Ah, an excellent machine, that was my first Chromebook, outstanding value for the years I had it. Thanks for the consideration on the channel, I hope you might find something of interest.
Where at? Costco only has them for $200 right now
@@andrewgoldstein6271 I think Arturo Rubio just tried to reply to you, I saw a notification, but the comment was deleted (probably by RUclips as it contained a link). Anyway, they were kindly pointing out that the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K3WL is 150 USD at Walmart at the moment - check their website.
i just picked this up got 4 gb 64eemc version its very nice for viewing. movies and gaming are good and so is audio. i replaced my dell 3100 with this and have no complaints and im loving the touchscreen.
That's great. A really nice upgrade. Hope the video helped and please do check out the other Chromebook content on the channel and consider a subscribe 👍
I assume with gaming you mean cloud gaming?
@@commander_maddogtheog just simple playstore games.
@@trecehannah9203 I see
@@commander_maddogtheog Some options (inc. the big/popular games like Roblox, Minecraft and Fortnite plus more) you might like are in the Gaming Playlist on the channel - ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8pCp1JX8QH02cTi1Vq2hJFY
Cheers for both of your vids on this laptop! I've been tempted by a few offers on the non-spin version recently.
Glad they've been of use, thanks for letting me know. The non Spin version looks decent enough, same MT8183 processor so same long support life. You might want to compare that to the HP 11a - ruclips.net/video/xmD9z9NYY-8/видео.html which also has the same MediaTek processor. If you're in the UK I know that one is available for £149 in Currys / PC World, worth checking in other regions too as it's usually priced to be competitive.
Have the same model. Also my go to. Very peppy with that Mediatek CPU--seems almost as fast as my main laptop with twice the RAM and a Ryzen 5 5500U CPU. The typing is good. The trackpad fine. The screen is good but I would like it to be just a little brighter. Would've been nice if there were a micro SD card slot for more storage. And, ideally, I'd love for it to utilize more of that screen space. This size is ideal for a 13" FHD instead of a 11.6" HD. But, that would not have been COST effective. Would have priced it much higher.
That said, at less than $200 regularly it is very hard to beat this. One other thing. I DID have a battery FAILURE with this. I suppose all the supply chain problems may have led to weaker quality control. Fortunately ACER did me a solid and replaced the battery with a new one. Been good ever since. I'm in the U.S., of course.
Thanks for sharing. Glad the support was good for it too. I hope you might checkout some of the other content on the channel too, like the review of the big brother to this Chromebook, the Acer Spin 513 - ruclips.net/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/видео.html
I found this Chromebook at my local Savers Thirft Store for $15! It was missing a key and it has a loose USB-C port put I was able to charge it! It's great!
Amazing bargain, nice one! Please do check the channel for more like this and consider a sub 😎
Subscribed! Thanks for this usefull video!
Nice one, welcome along! Glad it was useful 👍
Just got it at Target for under $180 in today's sale so very good price for this if anyone is looking to pick one up.
That's a decent price, thanks for sharing. Hope you enjoy your Chromebook and find some of the other content on the channel of use 👍 Please do consider a subscribe if it's useful.
I did too!! Today as well and also at target.
Sounds good, that's still a good price. I've kept my 'best price' for Black Friday in the US in my pinned comment in this video as Walmart at $155, but please do reply there if something further changes. Full Black Friday Chromebook Deals video here: ruclips.net/video/KGdyR9ghgHI/видео.html
Thanks for this. Just ordered one from Argos for £149.99
Glad it helped. It's £159.99 right? Crazy cheap. Check my recent Chromebook cashback video and see if you can combine that too.
Thanks just bought this for 120$ USD I just subscribed
That's great, hope you will enjoy your Chromebook and the channel! 👍
*April 2022 and the excellent Acer Spin 311 Chromebook (light weight, 11.6 inch, convertible, MT8183) is just £174 at Currys with the code FREENEXTDAYDEL plus with the Chromebook offer I Tweeted about recently (see @MergeDroid) you can claim £35 cashback making it just £139! Bargain.*
Thank for update bro
No worries, glad it's appreciated 👍
@jaden virk Great. You like it?
I just got 2 of these, it has discount on ACER website 179 USD + Tax for the 64GB version
Great, nice price. Thanks for sharing it 👍
*January 2022 and the Acer Spin 311 is back down to it's Black Friday 2021 price of £199 at Amazon (link in video description) and the same at John Lewis in the UK. Are you buying? What's the best price in your region? The Acer Spin 513 is also on offer, review with details: **ruclips.net/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/видео.html*
*Take £15 off to make it just £184 if you have, or sign up to My John Lewis Rewards + use code MYJL15*
*Even better, at Currys in the UK add the Code "CHROME20" at checkout to make the Acer Spin 311 just £179 ! Bargain.*
I brought it for 186 on simply be website can't wait for it to be delivered
Great, I hope the review helped. Let us know what you think when you get it.
Now even cheaper at Currys and Amazon - see pinned comment.
How about the micro sd card?? Since the gigabytes that have is not enough and it is also fast to fill up
Hi, thanks for checking the video. What are you concerned about filling your Chromebook storage up with? It's intended you use most of your files from the cloud, like Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive. With reagrds to the Android apps I think you'll find you won't use it like your phone with loads of apps, as you'll mainly want to take advantage of the full browser experience. If you do want storage for say offline media I quite like this solution - ruclips.net/user/shorts60Ngcm87ju4 You can also use something like this to attached an SD card/peripherals externally - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html There are also other models of this Spin 311 with SD card slots and more storage (64GB) on board, but I think it's only in the Intel based version with the older N4000 processor. If you want to compare it so similar 2-in-1 11.6 inch Chromebooks that do have an SD card slot and options of 64GB on board, check out the generation 5 and generation 6 Lenovo Flex 3 Chromebook - ruclips.net/video/thiDJ_cNnQU/видео.html
Got one brand new sealed for $69 at Walmart on Feb 2023. It's super nice and the battery last for 7 to 8 hours. Better than buying an Amazon Kindle 10" tablet.
Nice one. That's an incredible price, it's this convertible version with the MT8183 processor?
@@MergeDroid It's the Intel version. It was a liquidation of that particular model on all Walmarts in Puerto Rico.
You did well! N4000 Celeron then I guess(?) First Chromebook or already a convert? Hope you might like some of the other bargain tech / Chromebook content on the channel 👍
@@MergeDroid My first Chromebook. I was looking for the white 15.6" Acer Chromebook on eBay (An older Model that I like because of the chassis design and FHD display) and then a friend gave me the tip from Walmart. Before that, I was using Pop OS on a Lenovo Laptop.
@@diegodevops4151 Ah, maybe this Acer (an older video, so bear with me) - ruclips.net/video/qmIgoAkrp2M/видео.html
*Christmas eve. 2021 and the Acer Spin 311 with the MT8183 is back to £199 at Argos and Amazon in the UK. What's the cheapest price in your region?*
The cheapest price on amazon in france is 332€
Thanks for sharing, that's pretty pricey! Definitely for this model with the MT8183 processor or potentially the N4000 Celeron with the screen that supports the stylus? Any refurb / open box options on ebay for example?
If you went more premium, how much is the Lenovo Flex 5i out of interest? Amazon affiliate link in video desc. ruclips.net/video/SsB8-DfNxWg/видео.html
@@MergeDroid the chromebook version isnt available and the Windows version is too expensive
Ah. You'll see a lot of the Chromebooks I feature on the channel and deals I share on Twitter are for refurb / open box Chromebooks. Anything on ebay France or Amazon Warehouse in France that might be worth a review?
Thank you. Good Video. It seems now it has been updated to 4GB Rama and 64 GB drive. Did you find hard disk capacity to be an issue? Also does it have an expansion slot. Most chrome books do have those I do not seem to see one on this.
Hi, no issue with storage as am using cloud resources. No SD card slot, but you can get one if you use this - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html or if you're just concerned about extra storage, this is what I do on my Chromebooks - ruclips.net/user/shorts60Ngcm87ju4
@@MergeDroid Thank you VERY much. Very helpful input. Greatly appreciated
@ManjitSandhu you're welcome, glad to help. Please do check out more of the Chromebook content on tbe channel and consider a sub if it looks good to you 😎
@@MergeDroid Just subscribed. thanks
@ManjitSandhu amazing, welcome along! Nearly at 4k now for the channel! 🎉
Will it slowdown with at least 25 chrome tabs open? Like, a mix of product pages from aliexpress, online adobe cloud apps, canva, shopify... I'd really love to know... if it doesn't slowdown I might have to buy this instead of a MacBook air m1! Thanks
Whilst it'd cope, you'd see a difference when compared the the MacBook. I think I'd recommend you look at a slightly more meaty Chromebook, maybe the Flex 5i ruclips.net/video/SsB8-DfNxWg/видео.html
Looks great
Looking to buy one?
@@MergeDroidyup
What sort of deal are you seeing? Comparing to any other models?
I just purchased the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 and I cannot upstate the Google Chrome browser
Hi, I hope you like it. The browser updates as part of the OS update so check for updates to ChromeOS via the Settings app. If unclear just let me know and I can give step by step instructions.
Nice and decent review.
Thanks, glad you appreciate it. Please do check out some more of my Chromebook reviews on the channel and consider a sub if they look good to you 👍
Thank you. I just ordered one. But realized from your video there is no hdmi port to hook up to dual monitors via docking station. 😒
Hope I can find another way.
Think I can use a usbc to hdmi adapter
Hi, yes, you're right on one of the solutions - see my video here - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html If you want one for dual HDMI check this on Amazon - amzn.to/3JDpRcT (my affiliate link). If you wanted a dedicated dock with a lot more connectivity including dual HDMI, check the dock I've started testing recently as featured in my video here - ruclips.net/video/b8_-EcMwjVM/видео.html These items are also all found in my Amazon stores - link in video description. Hope it helps and you enjoy the Spin 311!
If they released this Chromebook with SD card support and Playstore built in it would've been 2x better.
Hi, it has the Google Play Store. If you need to use an SD card, consider if a adaptor similar to the one in this video, but with an SD card slot may be enough help - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html
*Just $130 at WalMart in the US at the moment (posting this on 24th October 2021) for this Acer Spin 311! Model in the US is: CP311-3H-K3WL Ensure it's with the MediaTek MT8183 processor. If you like updates like this on tech bargains, follow me on Twitter @MergeDroid. See if Amazon price match in the US: **amzn.to/3tlDJA1** and if you want to check the price in the UK on Amazon - **amzn.to/3fA0meB** These are my affiliate links, if you use it you'll pay the normal price there but they'll give me a small percent.*
Hi what do you think about this version vs the Chromebook CP311-2HN with the intel N4000 but the extra usb/card reader etc? Could you also use the card reader to expand memory, Im unsure which to go for.
Thanks
Hi Richard, thanks for checking the channel and the video out. The CP311-2HN model allows stylus compatibility, if that's not important to you I wouldn't go for it. The N4000 Celeron processor is starting to get a bit old now, I'd look for something the at least the N4020 to compare such as the 5th gen. 11.6" Lenovo Flex 3, you can see how that compares to the Acer Spin 311 with the MT8183 here - ruclips.net/video/KjO-VlKmFlI/видео.html That will give you some of the extra ports too if that's an important factor. If you do like the look of that also consider the newer 6th gen. with the N4500 processor, I picked one up recently - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html That said remember you can also add a dock/hub to your Chromebook for extra connectivity - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html I hope some of this helps, I'd say any of those mentioned and the Acer in this video are all great Chromebook options, just depends on your preference.
@@MergeDroid
That's great advice going for the 311mediatek. Thanks.
Brilliant, I'm sure you'll like it. Are you in the UK? If so see the comment from earlier in the week about the price at Argos / Amazon (you can chose to use my link in the video description if you like).
I'm thinking to buy it . but I would like to ask how is Netflix quality in this Chromebook
The Netflix Google Play Store app is compatible. Keep in mind it's an HD screen, if you wanted FHD you might consider the Acer Spin 513 - ruclips.net/video/dw1LMxbi5Ys/видео.html
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience via your reviews. Discovered your channel last night...very helpful. Was wondering what your experience with your Acer 311 is with these situations:
1. video conferencing meetings -- camera, microphone and speakers ok?
2. using a TV as secondary display (my expiring Chromebook has an HDMI port and has work great...am new to USB-C)
Was wondering your opinion on which of these Acer 311 options is better? (Am in Canada)
A) Acer CB311 CB311-11H-K7SF 11.6" Chromebook with Mediatek MTK 8183, 4GB DDR4, 32GB eMMC (this looks like yours)
B ) Acer Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-2H-C04Y 11.6" Intel N4100 / 4GB RAM / 32GB Flash Memory Storage / Intel UHD Graphics 600 / Chrome OS Laptop
Due to price matching, can get both for $180CAD. There's a difference in the auto update expiry. Option A is June 2028 vs June 2027 for Option B. Am wondering if the CPU + RAM + graphics card would be noticably better/reliable? My computing needs are basic -- mostly office documents, watching videos/movies online.
Thanks, in advance, for your help with this question. Also, if you have time you might look at adding affiliate product links in Canada.
Hi Steve, thanks - glad the channel is proving useful. For your queries...
1.) Webcam and audio are OK, but nothing special. What video conferencing software do you mainly use?
2.) A USB C to HDMI adaptor will do the trick for display out no problem. If you want something with even more ports, including pass through power, some ideas/information in this video - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html
A vs B - Either of those processor options are fairly similar, but personally I'd probably recommend the MediaTek based Acer Spin as generally find better Android compatibility and you have the year extra on the update life.
If it's available, you might want to compare against the new Lenovo Flex 3 with the N4500 or N6000 processor. Newer processors, updates to Chrome OS to June 2029 and an HDMI port on board - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html A little extra weight compared to the Spin 311. I might do more in-depth comparison video sometime.
My Amazon affiliate links should direct you to your local Amazon site including in Canada, so hopefully useful if you decide to make a purchase, even if you have to search once there for a slightly different model. I really appreciate your support.
@@MergeDroid Thanks for your response here and additional tips (via the linked videos). The available options of Chromebooks in Canada right now is odd...the machines you reviewed are either not available or at surprisingly high prices. That said, the info you shared pointed me in the right direction. I landed on the Acer Spin 511...which seems to be a "military grade" version of the 311.
The AUE date is June 2027...an ok sacrifice for a price matching deal + $25 credit for recycling the expired Chromebook = $145 + taxes. Thanks for the video that included the USB-C to HDMI adaptor...I got one of those.
Sounds like a decent Chromebook. Glad the other videos have helped. Hope you will find more of the channel content of use 👍
its my currently laptop its good from my work
Great. How long have your company used Chrome OS?
i’m saving money for this but i noticed i only has one usb spot so i have to buy a usb hub
Hi, that's cool. A couple of thoughts - if built in USB A ports are important you could consider the newer Lenovo Flex 3i 11.6 inch Chromebook with the Intel Celeron N4500 processor - ruclips.net/video/98T4ULPKK4k/видео.html and/or if you are thinking about a hub, it will usb the USB C port like this one - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html What USB A devices do you want to use at the same time out of interest?
hi! can you expand the memory using a usb drive? I see no micro sd slot there. Cheers!
Hi Nahuel, thanks for checking the video. You're right - no card slot on this one. Here's what I do for media etc - ruclips.net/video/60Ngcm87ju4/видео.html You can't allocate it for apps etc though. Do check out the Lenovo Flex 3i if you need a card slot built in - ruclips.net/video/S3cosESb7mY/видео.html ....and please vote in the poll in my Community tab 👍
Thank you very much for this review. I do have one question what's the speed on the Chromebook? How fast does it open websites applications Etc? I'm thinking about purchasing this laptop and I want a very fast and snappy laptop.
Hi Chris, glad it's useful. It's certainly fast enough not to be an issue, however there are more powerful machines, check the videos on the channel on the HP x360 14c, Lenovo Flex 5i and the Acer Spin 513. If they look good please do consider a subscribe 👍
@@MergeDroid Thank you!
Good review, do these 11inch Chromebooks have light up keys?
@@chrissavage6905 Hi Chris, thanks. No, typically 11.6 inch more entry level Chromebooks won't have back lit keyboards. I have a playlist with a couple that do here - ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8rW8u50RD4fDlVMVVLDnq0J As you'll see, if you're prepared to buy a refurb (often just an open box return) you won't have to pay that much more for one if it's an important feature for you.
@@MergeDroid thank you for your reply. I have an Acer 13 inch, bought in 2018, still works fine, but doesn't have a back light for the keys. I though I would go for the smaller screen as it is more portable, but I would like the lit keys. Do any other manufacturer offer this?
Do you by chance know what the difference is between the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 CP311-3H-K23X and CP311-3H-K3WL. I am making my purchase today. Just want to know if there is a difference with these numbers/letters?
Hi Krystal, thanks for checking the video and channel out. I've had a quick check of those two variations and nothing jumps out, they're both the MediaTek MT8183 powered versions with 4GB RAM. What region are you in?
We now know wich chromebook you use, but what phone do you actually use?
Hi, well the Chromebook is always changing (currently typing this on: ruclips.net/video/nc6RMm7Z9JQ/видео.html). For my phone, up until last summer I was using the Pixel 4a (such a great SMALL phone), and since then the Pixel 7a. How about you?
@@MergeDroid the pixel 7a i heard some things about it they also now dropped the pixel 8 series. I now use the samsung A53
@semzhou5535 yes, be interesting to see what happens next with a potential Pixel 8a or not and then the Pixel 9. By next year if I see a good deal I may be tempted to change. Are you happy with the Samsung? I can definitely recommend trying a Pixel one day 👍 How about for a Chromebook?
@@MergeDroid yeah well see for the rest yes im def satified with my A53 but theres only one downside the amount of samsungs own crapware that cant be deleted like Onedrive like i cant sync my galerie foto's with google drive it forces me to use Onedrive wich sucks
@semzhou5535 you'd enjoy the clean stock Android on a Pixel 👍
Hi! 🤗 can you tell me if there's a way to find out how much lasted the battery on the spin 311 and spin 513? Thank you so much!
Do you want to find out which machine will last longer in terms of battery? Related - you can see some useful battery info following my short guide here - ruclips.net/video/d6OeO0kK9w8/видео.html
Do you maybe mean which battery will last longer - the one in the Acer Spin 311 or Acer 513? The battery life on the Spin 513 seemed decent during the brief time I had it, but I think the Spin 311 will last longer, a smaller screen to power and the MediaTek processor really is excellent.......but it all depends exactly what you're doing on them, how bright you have the screen, etc.
@@MergeDroid I mean on an android mobile you can check when the battery is low how long it lasted since you last recharged it. I'm wonder if you can check that information also on the chromebook?
@@FranciscaSL Ah, I see. I don't think there is anything built in, but you can install an app from the Google Play Store like AccuBattery to give extra info on your battery life and history - play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.digibites.accubattery Maybe see how that looks for you. When you set it up it will prompt you to enter the 'Design Capacity' of the battery, for the Acer Spin 311 enter '4865'.
@@MergeDroid thank you so much! Do I have to type the same numbers for the spin 513?
i got a Lenovo Ideapad Flex 3 with the same specs as this one BUT something must be different because the Lenovo is slower in some tasks
Hi again Adrian. Thanks for checking more out on the channel. I'm quite interested in why they may be different. Maybe the memory or SSD type used. Any specific tasks where the difference is notable?
Hello, I'd like to hear the sound from the speakers are.
Hi, no problem, here's a quick Shorts video that I hope will help you and others ruclips.net/video/6zlvOBLXM28/видео.html If you have it in the convertible mode with the speakers facing up for movies it's also quite good. Obviously the general quality isn't amazing at this price point and don't expect much bass feel to them, but it's good enough in my opinion, not like the ones on the HP 11a for example (see my review for a demo there).
@@MergeDroid, thank you! The sound isn't all that bad. I appreciate it that you took the time to vid that!
@@joepicasso69 Glad to help. If you get one, do post back and let us know how you like it.
Won't the speakers on the bottom get muffled when using as a laptop?
Hi, they won't be muffled as such, it's quite common design. You can hear more example audio from the speakers on the Acer Spin 311 Chromebook in my video comparison with that and the Lenovo Flex 3i here - ruclips.net/video/KjO-VlKmFlI/видео.html
@@MergeDroid I've also hear people say the stylus doesn't work on the screen and these tend to crash/reboot a lot.
The model I show here doesn't support a stylus. No problem with crashing, very stable.
Aaaah I just bought this some time ago and updates stop in 2028????! That's really bad from Google to do that.
But if you purchased some time ago you'll of had a long life out of it by then?
Can you get video out on the usbc
Yup, just use something like this - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html
What all can the charging port and the usb c port be used for? I bought a usb c to hdmi converter and it only converts sound not video
Hi, I get video, audio etc out via USB C on my Plugable dock - ruclips.net/user/shortsr0nnUaazlVQ and also via my Lemorele hub - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html It might be the spec of your adaptor or could be the HDMI cables, can you test with a different HDMI cable maybe? I also use it for power in and all my other USB peripherals.
How do you insert a dd card ????
Hi, there's no MicroSD card reader slot on this particular variation of thw Acer Spin 311 Chromebook, so you'll want to pickup something like a USB C hub with a card reader slot. Check out this video for ideas, but of course select one with a MicroSD card reader slot - ruclips.net/video/7ZrHTIQZ4CI/видео.html Alternatively if it's just about more storage for media etc, this is what I do - ruclips.net/user/shorts60Ngcm87ju4
how do i tren on the keybord lits
No backlit keyboard on this Chromebook. Check my playlist of Chromebooks that do have a backlit keyboard here: ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8rW8u50RD4fDlVMVVLDnq0J
Is this a good laptop for kids to play on?
Hi Ellery, welcome to the channel. Yes, I'd day so, you can install compatible Android games like Roblox and also Linux games like Minecraft - see my Chromebook gaming playlist - ruclips.net/p/PLNSLoCmFMc8pCp1JX8QH02cTi1Vq2hJFY I think the touchscreen and convertible form factor, plus the fact it doesn't cost the earth yet feels fairly robust, make the Acer Spin 311 Chromebook a good option for children for games.....and even school work 😎
@@MergeDroid awesome, just bought one for my kid for Christmas. All she does is light Kinemaster Gacha video editing, tiktok and Roblox. Good to know it'll run Roblox!
@@TH0KH Great, lucky her. Kinemaaster was included in the Chromebook perks before, so be sure to check my video on that too - ruclips.net/video/QhDG4ZCRhFU/видео.html to understand that and any other discounts or offers she (and you!) may benefit from.
*BLACK FRIDAY / CYBER MONDAY 2022 - Overview video: **ruclips.net/video/XZkcPzTmFoY/видео.html*
*£179 at AO in the UK, search their site for product ID 92050 Can't see any great deals in the US or else where, please comment if you spot any - thanks!*
Can u use a pen to write on the screen
No, it's not compatible with a stylus. There is one different model with the Celeron N4000 that was, but I wouldn't recommend that one. See my recent review of the Spin 314 if you might consider a larger Chromebook that's compatible with a stylus.
can i buy any stylus and use it on this device?
Hi Andrew, no this version does not support a stylus. There is a version with an N4000 Celeron processor that does, but I wouldn't recommend it - costs more and the older processor. If you want an 11.6 inch convertible Chromebook that supports (and comes with) a stylus, check my comparison of the Lenovo 500e 2nd Gen. and the ASUS Flip C214MA - ruclips.net/video/JLKfB9Qil7E/видео.html There are full reviews of both on the channel linked from there too. If you go with the ASUS, just be careful with the exact model variation as I mention in the description for that review of it as one type doesn't come with or support the stylus.
@@MergeDroid what are the other model for asus flip c214ma ya? which one will have the stylus
@@alksandrew See my full review and the detail in the video description - ruclips.net/video/t-41YxiZvUw/видео.html
*BLACK FRIDAY 2021 DEALS: Just £198.99 for the Acer Spin in the UK as we approach Black Friday at Amazon (see video description for links). Also the same price at John Lewis, AO, Argos and the like. NOTE - if you buy from John Lewis and you are signed up to My John Lewis Rewards, you can add a Google Nest 2nd Gen. Home Hub for free until 30th November - use code 'BFGOOGLE'. In the US the best price looks to be Walmart at $149. Please comment with the best deal in your region, don't include links as your comment won't always post - although it'll show for you (not always allowed by RUclips).*
*If you're not sure which Chromebook to go for this Black Friday, see my short list video (which includes this machine and others) here: **ruclips.net/video/KGdyR9ghgHI/видео.html*
*PAST:*
*Up to 22/11/2021: n the US the best price looks to be Walmart at $155.*
How do I connect a sd micro sd card
See my other reply to you 👍
Can i install windows on this system?
Hi Ken, no that won't be possible.
@@MergeDroid wow really? Is it specifically for this system or all chromebooks in general?
The majority. Have you tried Chrome OS?
I have the acer 311 but not the spin, does it have a touchscreen
Hi, no, just the Spin has the touchscreen as you see in this video. Hope that helps?
@@MergeDroid ty this helps
Good stuff 👍
Hbo Max will work?
My VPN client is playing up at the moment so I'm afraid I can't test. Perhaps someone in the US with this Chromebook can confirm in the meantime 👍
Hi...Does it come with a lot of memory and can u expand the memory?
4GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage. You can't expand it, but here's what I like to do for storing offline media etc - ruclips.net/video/60Ngcm87ju4/видео.html
@@MergeDroid Thanks for the reply(Subscriber Earned 👍) I ended up getting the
LENOVO CHROMEBOOK C340 before your reply...hopefully I made a great pick I always look up reviews before making a purchase
Thanks! I hope you'll enjoy the channel. Also I saw your comment about the Walmart deal and updated my pinned comment. For some reason the comment was deleted, I've seen others reporting this happening more on YT recently. The C340-11 (assume 11.6 inch version, the 'regular' C340 is actually the 15 inch version) is still a great machine and not too dissimilar from its successor the Flex 3i (you've probably seen my video there). I also have some videos on the C340-11 👍 Enjoy it. What deal / price did you pay?
@@MergeDroid yes 11.6 it was $197 unfortunately no black Friday deal on this computer
@@yourfortress-unwind776 Please see my pinned comment over on that video for the best Black Friday deals for it in the US and UK: ruclips.net/video/S3cosESb7mY/видео.html (Note - this is the Flex 3i with the N4020 processor, maybe you got the newer version?).
es mn sim insert kr skty
No SIM card slot on this particular model, but there might be some variations with one, I'm not sure.
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