One thing to think about You can put a note 9 in your pocket You can't put a Pixel Book in your pocket

For me I think DeX is the way to go. I already use a Note9 and I genuinely prefer Samsung Internet over Chrome, at least on mobile. The only reason i go to desktops are for mouse/keyboard web browsing and writing papers for school.

Three weeks ago i was about to purchase a chromebook. Before i did i came across an article about Dex and since i had a note 9 i decided to give it a shot. My wife and daughter have chromebooks so I'm quite familiar with it but Dex really suprised me. I use Microsoft Word and Excel for work and i feel they work better on Dex than Google's docs and spreadsheets (on Dex that is). As for the updates, Samsung has the latest security update (September 2018) and if you're talking about Andriod version, I really dont think it is that big a deal. Samsung has had features long before stock Andriod gets them (splitscreen, picture in picture, etc.) so in a way i think they are somewhat ahead of stock Andriod. Still, I like chrome os and agree it may be more secure but for now i'll save my $500 i was about to spend on a chromebook and maybe next year i'll jump at the chance to own one. If its light work you're currently doing and you currently have the latest or last years galaxy s phone, give dex a try.

Regarding your DeX complaints @ 4:50 - Samsung Internet has extensions (nowhere near as many as the Desktop Chrome) and it works miles better in DeX than Chrome. - Samsung Internet is regularly updated. Chrome OS is merely the Chrome browser getting updates, and it's not even gonna keep updating after google stops supportingthe hardware. - Regarding the calendar, simply use Samsung's feature-packed Calendar app and sync google Calendar to it. - Regarding IDE, check out Linux on Galaxy, it's part of the future of DeX. And BTW, you'll also be able to run the full Fledged Desktop Chrome in there, literally giving you every advantage of Chrome OS.

Dex for the win.

Remember when and who introduced split-screen in Android now that is baked in Android OS. Samsung is introducing features which is way ahead of the stock Android, and soon enough, stock Android follows and catches up. DeX has just started last year, and yet now it is even comparable to ChromeOS which is supposed to be a more mature OS.

Be cool if the next Pixel phone gave you the option to plug into a monitor and give you full Chrome OS

Samsung DeX is now supporting Linux and it can support windows Op too... Thanks Samsung for giving, user so much.

I've been using both Dex and a Pixelbook, trying to decide which one does it better. I don't disagree with your points. Most of them, I've also noticed to be true. However, even though your channel is about Chrome OS, you should have admitted the couple of clear advantages that DEX has over a Chromebook: 1) It's a pain that I can't put app icons on the desktop on a Chromebook....The Chromebook gives you only the shelf for icons. On DEX, as with Windows, you can put icons anywhere on the desktop. 2) DEX is one of the few operating environments where I can post widgets such as email widgets, giving easy at-a-glance access (and of course, many other widgets). 3) I find the S-Pen on Samsung's phones and tablets to be superior to any other pen I've tried...including my Pixelbook Pen (and Surface Pen).

Hey! I have a question on my mind, since I'm a programmer too, does the Samsung Dex will be able to help in programming using online IDEs such codepad and jdoodle for coding online?

Hi, I'm completely new with the chromebooks, do you know if the updates are all stables and not like windows or some type of phones not good to install at the beginning? Is there one update identical for all the different brands and models or each brand pushes it's own update with it's own changes ?

Been using a chrome book using cloud ready for a few months now on my low spec laptop and it has been a blast using it. Rather sad that cloud ready doesn’t have play store but it doesn’t really affect me that much since we have a browser for most of the things. I get most of my work done, google docs and emails and whatnots run well for a laptop that lags even on the lightest Linux distro... Chrome OS ftw

Did you used a Samsung multiport to dex mode? I wanna buy a dex compatible accesorie and i want to know if this works.

So what you're saying is that both chromebooks and dex are not perfect yet. But you think that chrome os will be better in the future... So you consider it the best way to go!!!?? I'm sorry, I'm not convinced

1st off Samsung browser supports extension. 2nd make sure your chromebook is in desktop mode. 3. Dex now will support Linux apps so you will finally get a true desktop productivity.

this guy answers a lot of questions in my mind, thank you!

Cool mate, can't wait till you review the slate :)

Sounds like Dex and Chrome OS are both in infancy and will continue to grow into great OS. Sounds like it really depends if you want a tablet that can handle some work tasks when you need it to, like a student maybe, or a more PC set up for primary work and when that's done quickly and easily move into your entertainment/tablet side of things. 2 in 1s or convertibles never grabbed me because I felt they were too far from being a tablet. I'm really in a hard decision over the galaxy tab S4 and the new pixel slate. I think they are both exceptional devices and have really found that happy middle between a laptop and a true tablet. Nice review and explanation btw

Great video, just took the plunge and bought my first Chromebook! Think I'm going to love it.

is your logitech K780 also support the hotkeys for ChromeOS? I dig the design that can put your slate in that, wanting to try that one if its supporting the hotkeys for ChromeOS

Very nice. I don't often find video explanations that I watch for more than a few seconds. I watched and paid attention all the way to the end. Thanks, it was thought provoking and explained much about DeX that I was curious about.

Very good review, with no sugarcoating. I personally prefer DeX because I don't want it to replace my laptop (which usually stays at home). For me it's a more convenient way of doing things that are doable on the phone anyway - browse the web, write some comments to which I attach photos from the day (made with the phone) without waiting for them to sync on oftenly questionable Internet connection, view map applications on a larger screen, sometimes do something in Word or Excel. All of that with having all the data in one place untill I can get home and let it sync through a proper connection. DeX is good if you know what exactly you expect from it.

On the 9th of march 2019 I got my new Samsung... S10. I used for a week Samsung Dex on S9. But now I have the S10. Yesterday I installed Ubuntu with 'Linux on Dex' on my S10. And it's quite fast🚀 I'm astonished 😯 I like the idea to use my smartphone like a PC with Samsung Dex. I saw in the internet that one can use for example Windows 10 with Microsoft Azure... also a cloud Windows 10. In my case, I prefer a Samsung S10 instead of a Chromebook, because I have a very quick ability to use Ubuntu with Linux on Dex or Windows 10 in Microsoft's cloud. O.k., the Microsoft cloud solution cost extra. But Linux on Dex works fine withy Samsung S10. And it's just 1 device instead of a Chromebook and a smartphone. And with an unlimited mobile contract it's like a laptop and cable internet. Last month I used nearly 1,500GB over mobile traffic, therefore I don't need anymore a laptop and no cable internet. And who will need cable internet anymore, if they turn on 5G🤔

I wonder which is better: DEX or Huawei's desktop mode?

OK but does this mean say that chromebooks can't run like Dex through a similar way these samsung phones/tablets do or be connected to say a Mac or PC or television or console and use a virtual desktop through any mobile device not just by wireless network but cables? Of course there's virtual machines or other hardware that definitely delivers but can we run a chromebook like DeX on a tablet or TV or through chrome like you uses to be able to do once apon a time?

I have been using DeX on my Tab S4 for a month now and I find it a great way to get more out of my tablet. I tavel from location to location for work so when I need to sit down and use Excel, Google Sheets, PowerPoint, etc to switch to Dex mode. It works great. When I need more of a tablet interface for note taking or gaming I can switch it back. It has helped me to reduce the need to carry around a laptop during the day. I also have a Chromebook with the new software on it and I prefer DeX at this point.

Are you able to install software for programming on Dex, such as Python and Notepad++?

How do you make web development on a chromebook? Could I use PHP on a chromebook? Thanks.

hey can you make a video of what you install in your pixelbook for web developement. I am on the fence pixelbook vs samsung tab s6. I want to use it for web dev and want to run linux. Any recommendations?

I'm going to have to disagree with nearly everything in this video. I have an S20 Ultra. DeX is incredibly fast on this phone. Let's address some things you mentioned: 1- Productivity: DeX has windows screens, allows for drag and dropping from window to the next, supports multiple monitors, and has the ability to snap windows from one side of the screen to the next. 2- ChromeOS running Android/Android running Chrome and Kiwi extensions. Chrome Mobile runs Chrome extensions. Kiwi runs Chrome Desktop specific extensions. You can now have a full version of ChromeOS on iOS or Android with that. I have a ChromeOS... Android running Chrome extensions is far faster and productive than vice versa. 3-Development for: while ChromeOS primarily supports web based apps, so does Android via Cordova/Phonegap. Android can also make use of Java development and C/C++ development. Also check out B4X.com and you can develop in .Net Basic language. 4-Available apps: Androids software library exceeds ChromeOS. Probably by 1000 times. Most software that a typical user would need is found in Androids Library like Adobes software suite, Microsoft Office, development IDEs, emulators, games, etc.. If you are missing a game or app you would normally use on your PC, you can use Steam Link to play them. If you are also away from your home, just use a VNC type software and you can plug into your PC at home even using software like Unity 3D with Splashtop. 5- Portability: DeX offers you the opportunity to take all your files with you and just plug in anywhere that has a monitor. Your phone can act as a Mouse and Keyboard if need be. You can connect your device and use DeX on a pc, any monitor, portable touch screens TV, TV, etc... You can optionally also connect SD cards, USB drives and Bluetooth Keyboards, mice and controllers. 6- Gaming: Gaming is a horrible experience compared tSlashdot. Overall, this idea is outdated. Google should leave Chrome Extensions but discontinue ChromeOS and work on OS like RemixOS using Android as its primary desktop OS.

It boils down to whether or not the tools are available and effective for the platform you're working with when you do "work". For my work environment we use a hosted desktop and the Dex environment will run the viewer without a problem. If someone's work environment relies on locally installed software then of course you're subject to the availability and reliability of those apps in whatever environment you choose.

Could u tell us which adapter did u use? For DeX

Watching this 4 years later, you predictions have petty much proven true. I am setting up an Acer Spin 311 for a college freshman. I handles both productivity and consumption chores amazingly well, especially for such a low end product. As a student I would find it much better than an iPad/keyboard combination.

Years have passed, this vid needs a revisit

Dear Sir, have you tried the Samsung Internet Browser in Samsung Dex Mode to access Google Sheet, Docs and Slides?

What connector is that? can you leave the link to that??

Can I use my Hancom Office and Samsung browser with the Chrome OS?

I'd be curious to see an updated version of this comparison video. I know there is some build out that's been done in Android facilitate this as well.

As always an interesting and quality video. Robbie, as a Web Designer/Developer which Apps/Software do you use for achieving this on your Chromebook?

Really waiting for a Chrome tablet that is not only reliable with great battery life as well, but hopefully just under the cost of the Samsung V1 and V2 Chromebooks. It would also be good if it had at least a 10.5" screen. My Acer R11 is treating me well, but it's a bit dated and clunky. Would really prefer the tablet form factor, for my needs anyway. Also, adding to the cost, I would like to be able to use my Bamboo stylus with it. If I was young and had the ability to build such a thing myself, believe me...I would!

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Nice video. I've never understood the difficulty in getting productivity out of any phone/tablet that connects to a keyboard/monitor/mouse. Just use Remote Desktop. Every company I've worked for had at least a TerminalServer. I also have a computer at home that acts as my media server that I use as a personal Windows Remote Desktop. I've never felt the need for a beefy laptop because of this "thin client" mentality. I wanted to try Dex on my s9 but my regular USB-C dock doesn't trigger it - but I could load Microsoft's RDP app fine and got a full windows experience on it. My current tablet - a Galaxy Tab S Pro and Galaxy Book 12 are by far the best laptop/tablets I've ever had. I get to 100wpm + on their keyboards and the big OLED screens are only surpassed by my LG 65" OLED at home .They are the best portable entertainment centers and can run any windows app. This week I was just loading huge Excel sheets on them. I really don't get why they don't get more love. The Surfaces, by comparison, are terrible. The Galaxy Tab S4 is a complete rip off in comparison to the Galaxy Tab S Pro/Galaxy Book 12.

I just got a note 9, and am looking at which adapter to get for DeX. Some people say DeX limits the resolution to 720 and only allows 5 apps at once if a 3rd party adapter is used. I know the official DeX adapters range from 50 to 80, but if I can find a USB C to HDMI for half that, might as well save a few dollars. But if the limitations are true, I'd rather pay more to have the full DeX experience. Has anyone experienced this limitation with 3rd party adapters?

There is an app in the playstore called Desktop browser for dex that gives you full desktop browsing experience . You can edit your wix site and doesnt try take you to the app versions

I remember a couple years ago I bought jide's remix os tablet and I loved it to death. I used that tablet for everything. Can you please review the Acer spin 15 Chromebook? I'm considering this one as my first Chromebook. Thanks!

Very interesting points. Thanks so much for making this video.

Give me a Chrome OS phone that you can dock and use as a desktop, and I'd be very happy.

what IDE are you using on Chrome OS and what are you coding in?

Great video even though it is 4 years old, I would like to see you do an update on this. I did try to use DEX for a week and it did not meet all my needs. My first Chromebook is arriving tomorrow and I'm excited to experience Chrome OS. We all desire to have one device that meets most of our needs. Perhaps Google should add Chrome OS into their Pixel Phone lineup much like Samsung does with DEX?

hey, anyone knows if one can enroll a chromebook in Microsoft Intune Company Portal? So far this and few regularly used android apps that are not working on chrome os are keeping me far from adopting it...

I'm a web applications developer, and I have just configured my Note 9 to do pretty much everything I do on my windows desktop, with the difference that I can disconnect it, put it in my POCKET and walk away. My travel gear just became a lot lighter as well. In the place of my laptop, a mini bluetooth keyboard and mouse, and a simple USB-C to HDMI cable. You can keep your Chromebook.

Imagine when the fold comes out. It will be a 3 in 1, phone tablet and pc.

Good review. I feel you're a tad hard on DEX due to your Chrome learnings, but you do look a bit deeper at the productivity shortcomings of DEX and the like. I'm nomadic so my requirements always sway between heavy productivity and ultra mobile. Have used many combos over the years. Thought I could upgrade my iPhone SE to a 7 recently as used a 6S before with BT keyboard as second screen to a Galaxy Tab 10 Note. But the 7 didn't hit the spot. Not small enough to get out my way, and not a productivity beast. So occasionally I scout and research Androids and been considering a power phablet with DEX. Idea being can travel light with one powerful machine Candidates the Sammie's, LG V35, ASUS 5Z, Huawei P10 to Mate 20 X. Pocophone F1. I'm always conscious of the time I waste researching Androids which you don't do with iPhone. Well spent hours yesterday at electronics centre trying to find the ASUS as the LG V35 is hard to find in Asia. I'm glad I couldn't find one, as during my search I thought do I really need an Android phablet? I just deleted Manjaro Linux and installed Chrome OS on an old laptop and will sell my old MacBook Air. The old laptop is pretty heavy compared to current hardware, and won't be lugging it around like I used to. So that may still leave a productivity gap when working at the café etc. A phablet would drop right in there, but beyond this use case I can't see me using one. If a DEX like desktop solution was viable then that would tip me, but my experience with DEX alternatives, (SENTIO etc) hasn't been convincing. Thus I may have to fill that mobile productivity gap with paper, pen and speech to text/dictation. Interested to hear other stories.

Can you please update your thoughts on latest dex version?

Samsung dex paired with shadow pc using parsec to connect to it is awesome. My phone is a top of the line gaming pc that fits in my pocket!

This is great. Really puts things into perspective.

With the launch of Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ 2020, it will be good to compare how things have developed.

So, I guess I need a chromebook. Can I install chrome book OS on a galaxy tab S7? Thanks

Hey man with the upades in Dex would love you to do a comparison again especially with Samsung tab s7

Linux on Dex, use your phone to get the full web experience just like chrome OS. In my pocket. The last point about one device is correct. Why can't I have an android phone the runs a chrome desktop when docked?

I got a chromebook last week and I like it. I bought the samsung chromebook 3. With the play store I've been able to pretty much do what I want. I recently had a windows 10 laptop suffer a brutal death at the hands of there latest update. That alone made me explore my options. ChromeOS is the future and people need to get on board. I notice linux (beta) is available but I have no idea on how to use it so I won't activate it. I am glad also that I waited to check out chromeOS. I wanted to see how it matured before diving into it.

Does Dex allow for parallel running of apps (without stalling) on two split windows..... I know chromebook cannot..... I want to play two games simultaneously....

whats the mouse you can use for dex?

Have you tried any of the linux on phones yet?

That's an understatement about DeX. Optimized apps do *behave* differently, so it is unfair to say it's just an app. Many Microsoft apps for example provide great experience. It's also up to Google to give you extensions or not on Android, that's not a shortcoming of DeX. On top of all that, I get the full desktop Chrome on DeX through Ubuntu Linux. And when I'm done, boom, it fits into my pocket!

So i am able to do all the things you mentioned on dex itself, the only thing you cannot do on dex itself is have the ide for development, but I was able to install phpstorm and others on linux on dex and you can have inspect element there too. and if you boil down to it, you can pretty much compile or get there anything you want, but as for example opening docs in chrome itself, it is easy, not sure where you got the problem

Linux with MacOs or Dex which one is better?

Really great explanation and video! I love my s9+ and note 8 and look forward to the day that I can ditch my laptop and tablet.

Hi I have a asus laptop that had a problem I went on to Microsoft official website down loaded a fix. The fix screwed up my laptop. I have to install windows 7 from a bootable device. So I was told window it is too old to upgrade it to windows 10. Unfortunately I'm not able to buy a new laptop even tho I'd love one. It is just for personal as I'm on medical leave. Can any one help

I'm really hoping this, 'Campfire' project is launched this week so we can run Windows on a Chromebook. That's really the killer app this year.

Do you web develop on Chromebook? Make a video about that too :)

Maybe it wasnt so when the video was made, but now Android Chrome app runs Google Calendar correctly when you click "Desktop mode" at the bottom of the page.

I just got accepted to test Linux on DeX with my note 9 and the biggest thing is now I can get a full Chrome browser that supports extensions and everything else. Works like a dream so far.

Any similar to this? Which i can use to play pubg? P30 pro

Let's say I just want to type papers and make presentations. Which should I choose? Dex or Chrome OS?

I can also use the browser software in Dex environment go to the apps is you're option... You can create shortcuts on the desktop

Not sure, but I think the concept of pocket desktops like Dex was first implemented by Microsoft in continuum and it worked really well, although the phones didn't.

Why would you want to use DeX as a productivity tool? I mean when am working I need 2 monitors and a phone or tablet can't do the trick. Only a laptop and I need an external monitor too! I use dex to watch Netflix, tubi tv, pluto TV, KZfaq, Ebay, and Google.

Hey I own a chrome book but I seem to have 1 problem. My pictures I need for my real estate business don't seem to follow me from my laptop. What should I be doing so that I get all my pictures?

0:52 Which mouse do you use?

You can run your IDE. In Linux for Dex. Just install Ubuntu 16.04 and you're going too have vi visual studio code etc

If you use the "request desktop site" on the Chrome mobile app it works great on DEX!

Even as an iPhone and Gaming PC user I have to say Dex is the future. I can honestly as a future where we only have a phone especially for your average user who only does basic things like ready emails, watch videos etc.

I would love to have the one device for my kid. He's 7 and the Lenovo 300e looks perfect for his needs. Before parting with my cash however I decided to create him a google account, linked to the Family for the features offered and tried it out on my Asus C302. Then I discovered a huge hole in Google's line-up. While they allow kids to have pure Android devices (managed by parents) they don't allow Android Apps to be installed in a Kids account on a Chromebook. I can't even access KZfaq Kids in his account on the Chromebook because it tells me to install the App, but I can't install the app as the playstore is completely hidden. There are some fantastic educational Apps I want him to be able to use too. It's SO frustrating. I don't want to get two devices as it would be a waste of money, especially when the Lenovo is physically capable of satisfying both requirements. I hope Google address this very soon.

Does this video still hold true to 2021?

The problems you describe saying that when you open gmail or the calendar you don't get a the latest version of the websites UI...that's not Samsung's fault. That's a Google issue. Samsung has their own calendar and email applications that are perfectly optimized for DEX. I don't use gmail or google calendar app so my protonmail and business calendar works fine on the Samsung Browser.

.xlsm works for both?

I have a Galaxy s8+. I bought a Dex along with my phone. There are many things that are great on the Dex, but what really killed it for me is that Netflix and VUDU dont go full screen.

Ik ben gewoon te werken met Chromebooks en Android Smartphones. En deze twee OS van Google passen goed samen. Wat is het nut om van een Samsung Galaxy S8 met behulp van Samsung Dex een soort hybride desktop te willen aansluiten? Twee aparte devices die perfect compatibel zijn kunnen elkaar helpen om problemen op te lossen. Als je Samsung Smartphone sneuvelt heb je helemaal niets meer om op terug te vallen.

Can you run Chrome OS on a smartphone?

I would probably try ChromeOS or the Tab S4 with Dex, but I use Microsoft Access for work.. I haven't found a way to use Access on Android or Chrome OS, does anybody know if there is a way?

I have you tried using only Samsung apps on Dex? That would be a better comparison.

Can we revisit this video?

I bought a Tab A 10.1. Without Dex. I'm using it basicly to make word, powerpoint, take notes in class etc. I think for basic usage like this Dex would be great. I think i will buy a tablet with dex in one year or two when it is more mature.

Love the intro music

Do you think google will push android app developers to optimize their apps for larger screens like what they did with website -they encouraged mobile friendly websites. Now almost every website can be viewed on any screen but not andriod apps they are designed for that small screen.

SO WELL put. Thank you for the great video. Initially I was intrigued with Dex, after digging in a little turns out I am better off with my chromebook

Google are just lazy to not have brought out a fully featured full desktop browser for Android Dex modes yet. Very very lazy. There is no reason an Android device like with Dex can't run a full Chrome browser, with 100% of everything that you see in Chrome OS or in any Chrome browser on Windows, Linux or Mac. Also all the Google apps on Android look like crap for productivity. There is no reason Google hasn't yet provided a full mouse/keyboard optimized version of Gmail, Gmaps, Gphotos, KZfaq Creator and so much else yet. When you're a trillion dollar company and when every top level software developer in the world wants to work for you, you just don't have any excuse not to have executed on it yet. Also no hardware accelerated Chrome on Windows 10 for Snapdragon yet is a real real big shame.

best would be, if Pixel 3 would turn into chrome os once i connect it to external monitor and keyboard/mouse

You can get a tab S4 and have a desktop experience (if you want to)