Google “Googlebook” revealed – Android-powered laptops with Chrome and the Google Play Store

Googlebook, Google’s planned replacement for ChromeOS, has been unveiled

Later today, Google is due to unveil “Googlebook”, the company’s new category of Android-powered laptops. These devices appear to be Google’s successor to ChromeOS. This new OS will feature Google’s Chrome browser, the Google Play Store, and Gemini AI integration.

Based on the slide below, Googlebook devices will be released “this fall”. Note that Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo are Googlebook launch partners. Users will be able to access the apps on their Android phones via “Cast My Apps”, eliminating the need to install some apps locally. This deep integration with Android should be a strong selling point for Googlebook. Note that there appears to be no “desktop” PC plans for this OS. Well, at least not yet.

(Source – Reddit)

A lot about Google’s new Android-powered laptops remains unknown. We expect this new OS to be Google’s long-rumoured Aluminium OS, which bridges the gap between Android and ChromeOS to deliver stronger cross-compatibility and a better cross-device experience. If this is the case, how long does ChromeOS have left? Will Google discontinue ChromeOS?

One design feature of Google’s new laptops is their “Glowbar”. It is currently unknown what this bar is for or what its colours will signify. With Google strengthening its position within the laptop market, it is easy to see why Microsoft has been working hard to fix Windows 11. Is Windows 11’s “K2” program an early response to Google’s new laptop OS? Does Google have what it takes to gain significant market share in the laptop market?

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