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Google launches Googlebook OS laptops with Android integration

Five manufacturers release flagship laptops running Google's new unified operating system, starting at $899 and arriving Oct. 4.

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What to know

  • Google launches Googlebook OS, merging Android and Chrome OS into a single laptop operating system designed to compete with macOS and Windows.
  • Five flagship laptops from major manufacturers (Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo) ship Oct. 4 starting at $899, requiring Android 17+ for full integration features.
  • The system enables deep cross-device sync with Android phones—file sharing, app continuity, and Play Store app support—plus integrated Google Gemini AI with dedicated activation controls.

“When your compliant Android and your Googlebook are tied together, you gain access to many of your phone's features, and the laptop natively runs apps from the Play Store.”

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Google Developer and promoterJohn Maletis Google head of laptops and tabletsAcer, Asus, Dell, HP, Lenovo Hardware manufacturers

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Sep 22yesterdaynow · 9:45 AM ET
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    Googlebook OS integrates Android apps and cross-device features

    The new OS enables deep integration with Android 17+ devices over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, including native Play Store app support, file sharing, and task continuation across phones and laptops. Google Gemini AI is built into the system with multiple activation methods including a dedicated Google key.

    “Our first step is to focus on the Android community, as there isn't a laptop platform that was built to work seamlessly with Android phones.”
    — John Maletis, Google head of laptops and tablets · source
  2. background

    Google unveils Googlebook OS and five flagship laptops — Google officially announces Googlebook OS, a new operating system combining Android and Chrome OS features. Five manufacturers—Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo—each release one flagship laptop model running the new OS, available for preorder with an Oct. 4 launch date and starting price of $899.

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