Chromeblet (ChromeOS Tablets)
A Chromeblet is a ChromeOS-powered tablet designed for maximum portability and touch-first interaction, offering a lightweight, minimalist form factor ideal for media consumption, web browsing, and casual use. Unlike ChromeOS convertibles or detachables, Chromeblets are sold as standalone tablets without a physical keyboard included. They feature responsive touchscreens, often with stylus support for note-taking and drawing, making them appealing to students, artists, and users who value a clean, handheld experience. ChromeOS automatically adapts its interface for touch input, providing large, finger-friendly controls and gesture navigation similar to Android tablets, while still maintaining access to full desktop-class Chrome apps and multitasking features.
However, productivity-focused users may find some limitations when relying solely on the on-screen keyboard and touch input. To unlock their full potential for writing, spreadsheet editing, or other work tasks, users will need to purchase a compatible external keyboard—either Bluetooth or USB—along with an optional stand or case. While this adds to the overall cost, it transforms the Chromeblet into a capable, lightweight workstation that can rival a Chromebook in functionality. The trade-off between portability and productivity defines this form factor: Chromeblets shine as versatile, ultra-portable devices for entertainment and creativity but may require accessories to deliver the best experience for serious multitasking or extended work sessions.
Chromeblet Device Database
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Device |
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Acer Chromebook Tab 510 |
| Release Date | October 20, 2022 | | EUA Date | June 01, 2031 | | CrOS Board | quackingstick(quackingstick) | |
| Internal Device ID | AcerQuackingstick * |
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Acer Chromebook Enterprise Tab 510 |
| Release Date | October 20, 2022 | | EUA Date | June 01, 2031 | | CrOS Board | quackingstick(quackingstick) | |
| Internal Device ID | AcerQuackingstickEnt * |
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AOpen Chromebook Commercial Tab |
| Release Date | August 13, 2019 | | EUA Date | July 30, 2023 | | CrOS Board | druwl(druwl) | |
| Internal Device ID | AOpenDruwl * |
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Google Pixel Slate |
| Release Date | November 26, 2018 | | EUA Date | June 30, 2026 | | CrOS Board | nocturne(nocturne) | |
| Internal Device ID | GoogleNocturne |
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