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If you want a Chromebook that can double as a tablet when you need it to, Acer’s Chromebook Plus Spin 514 is one of the better 2-in-1s on the market. And you can buy it with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage for $499 ($200 off), which is a new low price, at Best Buy until the end of today, February 18th.
Powered by the Kompanio Ultra 910 processor, the 14-inch Chromebook offers impressive performance that’s great for everyday work and play. In our testing, we found it can comfortably handle Slack, Spotify, and dozens of open Chrome tabs without slowing down. Battery life is excellent too, lasting a full workday and pushing well into the next. The 1920 x 1200 IPS touchscreen is also nice, with a snappy 120Hz refresh rate.
You also get a comfortable keyboard that’s pleasant to type on, along with a sharp 5MP webcam that’s great for video calls. If you want to use it for note-taking or sketching, the Chromebook also supports the USI 2.0 stylus, though you’ll have to buy that separately.
The main downside is the speakers, which sound muddy and muffled, so you’ll likely want to use headphones or external speakers. If you can overlook that, though, it’s a good overall Chromebook that can handle most tasks without costing a fortune.
A few more deals worth a look
Google’s Pixelsnap cases for the Some offor the Pixel 10/Pro and 10 Pro XL are down to new record low prices at Amazon, starting at $29.99 ($20 off). The cases are specifically designed so you can use them with Google’s wireless Pixelsnap Charger along with other Qi2-certified chargers and accessories. Made from durable polycarbonate, the slim cases are also built to help protect the Pixel phone’s camera bar.
Anker Nano Charger (30W) for $9.99 ($10 off) in white at You can buy thefor $9.99 ($10 off) in white at Amazon , which marks a new record low price. Despite its size, the USB-C charger delivers 30 watts of power, which is enough to charge an iPhone 16 Pro up to 50 percent in 30 minutes. It can also power up other devices too, including tablets, laptops, earbuds, handheld consoles, and more.
Hades for PC from You can pick up a digital download offor PC from Steam for $8.74 ($16 off), down from $24.99, until February 24th. Released in 2020, the roguelike action RPG is still an excellent game, putting you in the role of Zagreus as he hacks and slashes his way out of the Underworld. The game quickly became one of the best titles of 2020, winning Best Indie Game and Best Action Game at The Game Awards 2020.