Googlebooks just aren’t ready

The Verge's testing shows Googlebook laptops ship with great hardware. The software is the problem. It is currently a frustrating experience filled with annoying bugs and lackluster app support.

The operating system often feels like an Android tablet with a keyboard and trackpad grafted on. It does not feel like a cohesive laptop OS. The hardware components are excellent. Keyboards and trackpads are high-quality, as are the processors and metal builds. These features are expected at the price point. The cheapest models cost $900. The tested devices include the Acer Googlebook 14, the Lenovo Googlebook 15, and the HP Googlebook 14.