Desktop computers are expensive and tablets aren't big enough.  One easy way to Techify your music room is to use a TV and a Chromebit.

 

A Chromebit is essentially a mini Google Chromebook that can be connected to any TV that has an HDMI port. They cost about $85.

 

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Chromebit

• TV with HDMI port (32 inch or higher).  Doesn't need bells and whistles.

• Keyboard and Mouse (you can get a Bluetooth combo rather cheaply)

• Extension cord (the chromebit power cord is rather short)

• Google Account

• Keep Awake app (if you need it on for a longer period of time)
   

ONLINE SHOPPING LIST:

• $85   - Chromebit

• $149 - TV with HDMI port - 32 inch 

• $15 -   Bluetooth Mouse

• $15 -   Bluetooth Keyboard
   

PROS AND CONS

• PRO - Can move anywhere in the room or mount on the wall

• PRO - Less expensive than buying computers for your room

• PRO - A larger TV (60 inch) can replace any projectors 

• PRO - Students can log in and out of their google accounts easily

• PRO - You can use the sound from the TV - no extra speakers needed
   

• CON - The chromebit doesn't last forever.  Maybe a couple years if you constantly leave it running

• CON - You can't load any software (like a chromebook).  You have to use Google Chrome Apps or the internet.

• CON - The chromebit doesn't have a power button, so once you turn the TV on it starts up.  If it crashes, you have to unplug and re-plug the power source.

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