Yes, I know about the touch Screen for Chromebook and that "it's just not really in the cards at this time". Too, maybe Samsung knows something we don't yet(?), I hope. I work in the engineering field doing field types of work and have been wanting to try this for "sketches" option etc., otherwise not really interested in this option... but as you said (indirectly) "maybe in the near, apps future for Chromebook..." I am going to looking into all of the specifications on this machine and what it offers as well, before a purchase.
Thanks for your response and input, I appreciate it and I'll look into the HP G4.
Thanks again and regards,
-Lee