After breaking new rumors at WSJ, Google decided to release official information about the Chromebook Pixel, a 12.85-inch notebook powered by Chrome OS that runs entirely in the clouds.
Unlike devices released by other manufacturers, the Chromebook Pixel features premium hardware with a 25601700 (4.3 million pixels) resolution display, 3: 2 aspect ratio, Intel Core i5 processor and 1 terabyte of free storage. Google Drive for three years.
According to TechCrunch, Pixel has a density of 239 pixels per inch. "Slightly larger than the 220-pixel MacBook Pro with Retina display, so Google proudly notes that its laptop" has the highest pixel density of any laptop screen, "the blog posted.
In addition, the Pixel features a touchscreen (with a 0.55mm layer of Gorilla Glass fused directly to the screen) and a backlit keyboard. Google did not say which companies are responsible for building and assembling the device.
"There are a bunch of users who are really committed to living completely in the cloud and Google wanted to build the perfect laptop for them," Sundar Pichai, VP of Google, told a news conference in San Francisco.
Chromebook Pixel, in its version only Wi-Fi and 32GB of local storage, come out for $ 1,299.00. For those who prefer 4G LTE and 64GB connectivity, the price of the notebook goes to $ 1,449.00. Orders can be placed through Google Play (US) and Best Buy stores.
