Pros: Unobtrusive size and design
Included fasteners for mounting to the back of a monitor
Reasonably fast
Good sound
Performance is consistent with advertised capabilities

Cons: None at this time

Other Thoughts: My days building custom desktop PCs for gaming are behind me, so I researched options for more compact and streamlined computing solutions. I reviewed Chromeboxes and this device. A local electronics retailer had it on sale for $80.00 even. For the price I decided to give it a try.

I have paired it with an Asus PA248Q monitor - something of an older model, but the four USB 3.0 ports built it to it alleviate the immediate need for bluetooth input devices. At first I tried simply inserting the stick directly into the HDMI port but I couldn't get it to power on. Using the included extension cable seemed to fix that. This monitor's native resolution is 1920x1200, and the Chromebit seems to handle it without breaking a sweat.

It powered on quickly, initial setup and software update was rapid. Web browsing is very fast and the graphics and sound capability seem relatively strong. I have yet to attempt streaming any movies but music plays well. At first I had difficulty getting any sound output from the monitor's speakers. This was remedied by the ultimate realization that the monitor doesn't have speakers - but it does feature a 3.5 mm audio jack. I broke my Sennheiser headphones out of storage and found my audio solution.

Initially I was bewildered by the absence of anything approaching a power button, but I've found that powering on the monitor will also start the Chromebit following a normal shutdown.

So far this seems like the perfect solution for my computing needs now. For the price I am satisfied and impressed.

Pros: Inexpensive. Easy to install. Works as advertised.

Cons: None.

Other Thoughts: The local electronics retailer from whom I purchased an Asus Zenfone 2e doesn't stock any third-party cases or accessories for it, so I was compelled to search online. I was considering an alternate product on another e-commerce site but it is designed in two or three pieces that are designed to fit together to form one integral case. I didn't think that was the best option - I wanted something in one piece.

This product was exactly what I had in mind. It fits snugly around the Zenfone 2e and has all the appropriate cut-outs and raised material points to support total functionality. It is lightweight and provides protection and some grippage...the included case is sturdy but somewhat slick. Tremendous price point: normally $27.99 was marked down $22.80 to $5.19 with no tax and free shipping. Arrived in two or three days via USPS.

Superior selection and price, Newegg.