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Googlebook laptops will come in multiple chip options beyond just Intel, and that’s a relief

  • Google officially confirmed a new laptop initiative called Googlebooks on Tuesday, collaborating with manufacturers Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo to launch the first models later this year without first-party devices.
  • Unlike ChromeOS, which launched more than 15 years ago, Googlebooks are built for a Gemini-first world using an Android-based operating system internally codenamed AluminiumOS designed for deeper ecosystem integration.
  • New features include a Magic Pointer offering "quick, contextual suggestions" and Create Your Widget, enabling users to generate custom dashboard tools while accessing Android phone apps directly without downloads.
  • Alexander Kuscher, Google's tablet and laptop lead, clarified "Chromebooks are not dead," confirming support continues for 10 years on devices released in 2021 or later.
  • Aimed at professionals and power users, Googlebooks position themselves as premium devices with starting prices potentially around $1,000, establishing a distinct market tier above current affordable Chromebook options.
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Le Comptoir du Hardware broke the news on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
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