Google launches $899-$1,299 Android-based laptops with Chrome OS features
Google unveiled a new line of Android laptops, called Googlebooks, priced from $899 to $1,299, featuring full desktop Chrome, Linux support and a decade of software updates.
Google announced a series of Android-based laptops, branded as Googlebooks, with prices ranging from $899 for an Acer convertible model to $1,299 for entry-level HP, Lenovo and ASUS devices. The devices combine Android with elements of Chrome OS, running the full desktop version of Chrome rather than the mobile browser.
Googlebook OS, previously referred to as Aluminium OS, includes a file manager comparable to Chrome OS, support for external cloud drives, home-screen widgets and a "Glowbar" interface that may be opened to third-party developers. The hardware specifications are positioned as mid-range, and Google pledged ten years of software support with updates delivered directly by the company, bypassing manufacturer delays.
A notable addition is integrated Linux support, offering a secure terminal environment with native networking, port access and compatibility with AI tools, which the company says surpasses Chrome OS's container-based Linux. The platform also allows app mirroring without installation and seamless continuation of Android apps across devices.
Industry observers noted that the pricing exceeds typical Chromebook costs and approaches entry-level Windows or macOS laptops, but the expanded functionality may appeal to users seeking tighter Android-Chrome OS integration. Google has not disclosed projected sales figures or availability dates for the new models.