So here's my mini-review of the Pixelbook for those that care.
Build
This really feels like a $1,000 laptop. The materials used feel premium, almost MacBook-like quality, and there are a lot of small details that add character and function. First, there's a USB-C port on both sides, so you can charge from either side or add peripherals from whichever side is more convenient. The trackpad is flanked by white silicone palm rests on both sides, which are very comfortable and feel better than the cold metal of pretty much every other laptop. I'm also a big fan of the symmetry with the white glass on the top outer portion of the case, the trackpad and palm rest area, and the bottom side with the silicone grip strip.
Performance
Very impressive performance. The Core i5 really shines on such a lightweight OS. It's no surprise at all that I've had literally zero hiccups with whatever I've thrown at it. I'd expect that to continue well into the future. This processing power should theoretically be fine for several more generations of the OS.
Display
Stunning. Colors are wonderful, the size really is the perfect combination between viewability and portability. I would have liked to see a 13" screen, and given the size of the bezels there should have been enough room for such, but at 12.3" the size is still fine, actually feels less cramped than a competing 13" Mac or Windows laptop. ChromeOS also has a hidden Night Light mode, which earns it a bonus point - It can't be tweaked, but at least it's there for nightime viewing.
Keyboard
The keyboard is wonderful. Perhaps the best keyboard I've ever used on a laptop. The keys are shallow but still offer a very tactile feeling. The backlight bleeds a little, and could be a little brighter in spots, but overall it's well backlit and that's all that matters. Google Assistant built into the keyboard is awesome, only one gripe though - I wish it would initiate voice command and not keyboard interaction. Voice interaction is an extra click. I'm also a fan of the being able to remap caps lock button.
Battery
Battery has been solid. I'm getting anywhere between 6-8 hours on a full charge, depending on the tasks. It's enough to last me 2-3 days since it's not a work machine. I'd imagine doing some (light) work throughout an entire day would give a full day of battery life - but even if not, it charges ridiculously fast. Seriously, this thing can go 0-to-100 in 90 minutes. I believe the included wall adapter is 45W. Not sure if it can charge any faster with a bigger brick, but really, it doesn't need to.
ChromeOS
The OS is pretty much what you'd expect with ChromeOS. It's the first Chromebook to offer Google Assistant, which is awesome. The OS is very fluid, albeit limited and not for everyone, but I happen to love its lightness. We're talking about an OS that does most of it's action via a web browser, but it does those things very well with zero issues. It's weird, because we've all been frustrated with computer at some points in our lives, but I can't recall having ever been frustrated with ChromeOS at any point during my various times using it for years. Limited or not, it's a fantastic OS with a solid foundation if it expands further in the future.
App Support
It's got potential, but it's not 'there' yet. With the Pixelbook really being more a of competitor to the iPad Pro than the Mac, there's still a ways to go before it can compete on the app front, if it ever will. The Android app support is vast for mobile, and has a lot of quality, but that doesn't fully translate to ChromeOS yet. A lot of apps run well, whether it be in full screen or smaller windows, but it's so hit or miss. Hopefully the app support and optimizations continue to grow, but only time will tell. There's potential.
Overall I'm in love with it. I have a separate work machine, so I rely on the Pixelbook for personal use, and it's replaced my MacBook and my wife has adopted my former 10.5" iPad Pro. It's a great machine for doing light work, playing games, doodling, browsing - or just about anything else 98% of us do with a personal device.
