LG Unleashes The World’s First Chrome OS All In One Computer!

LG has just announced the world’s first all in one computer that is running Chrome OS. They will be showing it off for the first time at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show. It will be called the LG Chromebase or Model 22CV241, essentially it is an all in one desktop running Chrome. The Chrome OS is very unique, simple, clean, and modern system. Features are mainly made possible via an internet connection, but there are new offline modes as well. You can get thousands of applications via the Chrome Web Store. Chrome OS is always up to date and is a very easy to learn system. LG wants the design and hardware to reflect the simplicity of the OS. A very simple package, in a silver and white color build. The LG Chromebase features a 21.5-inch Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 X 1080. Like many other Chrome devices, you get a small amount of internal storage, on the Chromebase you get 16GB iSSD. For video chatting using Google Hangouts or for just taking selfies, a 1 megapixel 720p webcam is on board. A Intel Celeron CPU with 2GB of RAM is powering the device. For ports you will get an HDMI port, one USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0, and 1 LAN. A cable organizer, mouse, and keyboard are included as well. No word on pricing or availability just yet, but stay tuned for our hands on with the device during the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show!

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LG TO INTRODUCE WORLD’S FIRST ALL-IN-ONE CHROMEBASE AT CES 2014

With Full HD IPS Display, Chrome OS Computer Offers an Intuitive, Hassle-free User Experience

SEOUL, Dec. 18, 2013 — LG Electronics (LG) will unveil the first-ever Chromebase, an all-in-one computer powered by the Google Chrome operating system at next month’s 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

The LG Chromebase (Model 22CV241) offers the highly efficient Chrome operating system for a fast, simple, secure and affordable computing experience. Along with the unique OS, a 21.5-inch widescreen Full HD IPS display and a raft of advanced features, this innovative new desktop computer comes packaged in a chic, space-saving design.

Simple and Easy to Use OS
The LG Chromebase all-in-one computer is underpinned by a simple yet powerful architecture and comes with several outstanding Google applications. It also serves as a gateway to tens of thousands of web apps in the Chrome Web Store, many of which work just as well offline as they do online. The LG Chromebase allows users to write emails and documents, read the latest news and ebooks, edit videos and photos and play entertaining games. The streamlined platform makes almost any task effortless and is the perfect device for taking advantage of Google products such as Gmail, Drive, Search, Maps, YouTube, Play or Google+ Hangouts. The LG Chromebase also offers robust built-in security, employing multiple layers of protection to keep users’ information safe. Moreover, with automatic built-in updates, Chrome OS reduces the hassle of manually having to conduct maintenance on the computer.

“Simple to operate for all types of users, the award-winning LG Chromebase computer represents the successful combination of simplicity, power and great design,” said Hyoung-sei Park, head of the IT Business Division at LG Electronics. “LG Chromebase is the wave of the future for desktops, expected to be widely adopted not only at home, but especially in schools, hotels, call centers and other business settings.”

Brilliant Full HD IPS and More
With excellent hardware in a minimalistic package, the LG Chromebase reflects the power and simplicity of the Chrome operating system. Ideal for both personal and business use, the versatile computer features a 21.5-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS display that delivers accurate color reproduction, stunning contrast and an impressive 178-degree viewing angle. The processing power of the fourth-generation Intel CPU enables the LG Chromebase to handle web apps, games and graphics with ease. The versatile computer also incorporates a 1.3 megapixel webcam and a microphone for easy video calling. What’s more, this AIO computer delivers clear and powerful sound and music through a pair of built-in 5W speakers.

“LG’s Chromebase is an exciting new form factor that expands the options available to customers who want a fast, simple and secure computing experience for the home, school or office,” said Caesar Sengupta, vice president of product management, Google. “LG Electronics makes great devices that customers love, and we’re glad to welcome them to the Chrome family.”

Visitors to LG’s booth at CES 2014 (Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Hall #8204) will have the opportunity to see this unique product for themselves from Tuesday, January 7 through Friday, January 10.

Specifications and Features
– Processor: Intel Celeron CPU
– Operating System: Chrome OS
– Display: 21.5-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS
– Memory: 2 GB
– Storage: 16GB iSSD
– Ports: HDMI-in, USB 2.0 x 3, USB 3.0 x 1, LAN
– Accessories: Keyboard, Mouse, Cable Organizer
– Webcam: 1.3 M 720 HD