At the Android Show yesterday, we introduced Googlebooks: a new category of premium laptops built with Gemini’s helpfulness at the core. Designed for Gemini Intelligence, Googlebooks will give personalized, proactive support across their workflows, access to powerful agentic capabilities, and seamless compatibility across their devices.
For over 15 years, Chromebooks have given organizations a secure and reliable collection of devices helping schools and businesses all over the globe. Expanding our portfolio of devices marks an exciting step forward, and we’re taking a phased approach over the next couple of years for enterprises and educational institutions.
Redefining modern workflows
How people interact with apps, agents and data during their workday is fundamentally changing. Googlebooks will bring people the power of Gemini Intelligence directly within the context of their workflows. For example, with Magic Pointer, you can set up a meeting with a simple shift of your cursor over a calendar date. Or you can create custom GenAI widgets to organize your daily files, team meetings, and more, to help you get work and learning done right from your home screen.
For organizations, we’re building upon the core DNA of ChromeOS that makes it deeply secure out of the box, and backed by the scale of Google’s security network. We’re making it easier for organizations to manage all their devices, including laptops, mobile, and Android form factors, with options across the Google Admin console and third party management providers. By building on a common platform, we’re delivering a rich application ecosystem of cloud-based productivity apps in Chrome while expanding access to millions of helpful Android apps in the Google Play store.
A reliable investment today and in the future
Chromebooks remain a reliable, long-term investment, and you can continue to confidently purchase and deploy them to your businesses and schools.
As you plan for the future, expect:
- Continued support: ChromeOS will continue to receive 10 years of automatic updates.
- Consistent management: Manage your current fleet via the Google Admin console without needing new licenses.
- Flexible adoption options: When the time comes, we’ll provide multiple pathways to transition over to the new experience.
You can also extend the life of your existing PCs with ChromeOS Flex to convert the devices in your fleet nearing end of support, at no cost.
While no immediate action is required, you can begin working with Google or your partners today to map out the best plan for your organization.
