This refurbished ASUS Chromebook handles the basics for $150
The refurbished ASUS Chromebook CM30 is available for $149.99, down from its regular price of $369.99. It features a detachable touchscreen, 8GB of RAM, and a battery life of up to 12 hours, making it suitable for everyday tasks. This lightweight device also includes a stylus and military-grade aluminum chassis for durability.
- ▪The ASUS Chromebook CM30 is priced at $149.99, significantly lower than its regular price of $369.99.
- ▪It features a detachable design, allowing it to be used as both a laptop and a tablet.
- ▪The device includes 8GB of RAM, 128GB of eMMC storage, and a battery life rated for up to 12 hours.
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| Original publisher | Boing Boing |
| Canonical URL | https://boingboing.net/2026/05/25/this-refurbished-asus-chromebook-handles-the-basics-for-150.html |
| Publication time | Mon, 25 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-25T21:12:40.537Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-25T21:12:40.537Z |
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| Commercial reuse | May the content be reused commercially? | Not permitted |
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This refurbished ASUS Chromebook handles the basics for $150 Boing Boing's Shop 2:00 pm Mon May 25, 2026 Disclosure: Boing Boing earns a commission on purchases made through links in this post. TL;DR: The refurbished ASUS Chromebook CM30 combines a detachable touchscreen design, stylus support, 8GB RAM, and all-day battery life for $149.99 (reg. $369.99). Not every computer needs to edit 8K videos or process Hollywood-level special effects. Sometimes, you just want a no-frills machine for tabs, documents, movies, and the occasional late-night Wikipedia spiral. The ASUS Chromebook CM30 is exactly that: small, lightweight, detachable, and built for everyday computing without the extra baggage. For a limited time, you can grab a refurbished model for $149.99 (reg. $369.99).
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