A premium Chromebook with a few notable shortcomings
Definitely a premium Chromebook, overall a fine, solid, highly usable convertible. The 3:2 display aspect takes some getting used to, but the clarity and brightness of the display are impressive. And 3:2 is great for displaying and editing photos.
I'm less impressed with the keyboard action, which is mediocre, and with the audio and speaker quality, likewise mediocre and somewhat anemic—not what I'd hope for from a premium device. There's also an annoying intermittent video jitter.
Chrome OS tablet mode continues to improve, and the Acer Spin 713 makes the best of what it offers. It's not quite what you want from a tablet, but I continue to make use of it, mostly for reading, in spite of annoying design deficiencies like controls that are too small for consistent results: closing browser tabs comes to mind as an example.
In short, the Spin 713 is an impressive, highly functional Chromebook, albeit with a few notable shortcomings.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Refurbished