Microsoft’s latest Chromebook competitors are budget laptops and a stylus for schools
Microsoft unveiled a big education push exactly a year ago today, and for 2019, the software maker is equally committed to challenging Chromebooks in a variety of ways. Like last year, Microsoft is introducing a range of Windows 10 devices for education, with one priced at $189. There are seven devices in total, including two new 2-in-1 devices from Acer and Lenovo that start at less than $300. Acer, Dell, and Lenovo are also offering more affordable 13- and 15-inch laptops in the $300 range.
One of the more interesting devices is Lenovo’s 300e 2-in-1. Priced at $289, it includes stylus support and even the ability to work with a No. 2 pencil. That means if the stylus goes missing in a busy classroom, anyone can just pick up a pencil and...