***UPDATED 1/24/26 to reflect the clarification that "Aluminium" is the project name, not the actual OS name.*** For months, we've known that a massive shift was coming as Google has been somewhat-openly discussing its plans to merge the foundations of ChromeOS and Android to create a unified … [Read more...] about Google’s new “Aluminium” project is the Android-based future of ChromeOS, and we have the first details
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ChromeOS 142 is here, continuing the trend of no new user-facing features
It's that time again, and the next milestone update for ChromeOS is beginning its roll-out. ChromeOS 142 is now arriving on most devices. However, if you were hoping this would be the update that breaks the recent trend of no new front-facing features, I have some bad news. Much like the last … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 142 is here, continuing the trend of no new user-facing features
Cameyo by Google is here to solve the “app gap” problem in ChromeOS
For over a decade, the conversation around ChromeOS in the enterprise has been stuck in a loop. It always starts with "We'd love to switch to ChromeOS for the security and manageability," and it almost always ends with, "...but we have this one critical legacy Windows app we just can't live … [Read more...] about Cameyo by Google is here to solve the “app gap” problem in ChromeOS
Yep, Chromebooks are super boring right now
It wasn't that long ago that it felt like any given day could be the day I found some new, mind-boggling feature or piece of hardware in the Chromebook and ChromeOS space. From uncovering upgraded screens, new keyboard keys, fun new features, future-proof internal hardware, brand-new form factors … [Read more...] about Yep, Chromebooks are super boring right now
Why I think the Android/ChromeOS merger may be the reason the Pixel Tablet 2 never happened
Remember the Pixel Tablet 2? When rumors surfaced late last year that Google had pulled the plug on its second-gen tablet, the unofficial reason cited was concerns about profitability. At the time, it felt like a bit of a letdown and perhaps even a sign that Google was wavering on its tablet … [Read more...] about Why I think the Android/ChromeOS merger may be the reason the Pixel Tablet 2 never happened
ChromeOS 141 rolls out with a new battery health feature, but a few key devices are still waiting for it
ChromeOS 141 is rolling out now and we might have a new way to collect release notes along with it. I don't know how long Google's been pushing update notes to the Chrome Enterprise and Education site, but I really like how they are laying these out now. It's simple and easy to see what's new in a … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 141 rolls out with a new battery health feature, but a few key devices are still waiting for it
Yes, you can still manage your Logitech Unifying Receiver on your Chromebook
For years, those of us who use Logitech mice and keyboards with our Chromebooks have relied on the trusty Logitech Unifying Receiver Chrome App. It was a simple utility that let you pair, un-pair, and manage the devices connected to your Logi dongle. But with the somewhat-recent deprecation of … [Read more...] about Yes, you can still manage your Logitech Unifying Receiver on your Chromebook
ChromeOS 140 is one of the quietest updates ever, and might be a sign of things to come
It's been about two weeks since ChromeOS 140 began rolling out to the stable channel, and if you've been waiting for a post from us detailing all the new features, you're not alone. With every new milestone update, we get excited to dig in, flip some flags, and find all the latest goodies. But with … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 140 is one of the quietest updates ever, and might be a sign of things to come
It’s official: Google says the Android and ChromeOS merger is coming ‘next year’
The Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit has been a whirlwind of information this week, and surprisingly, some of the biggest news has nothing to do with phones. Just a couple of days after we heard from both Google’s Rick Osterloh and Qualcomm’s own CEO that the Android and ChromeOS merger was real, but we … [Read more...] about It’s official: Google says the Android and ChromeOS merger is coming ‘next year’
The Android and ChromeOS merger is real, and Qualcomm’s CEO says he’s seen it
The swirl of rumors and code commits pointing to a major, foundational shift in the future of ChromeOS has been intensifying for months. From the official announcement of the move to the Android Kernel to the more recent discovery of "Android Desktop" being tested on modern Chromebooks, all signs … [Read more...] about The Android and ChromeOS merger is real, and Qualcomm’s CEO says he’s seen it
Google is testing ‘Android Desktop’ on Chromebooks, and I’m not sure what to think
With the potentially massive, foundational shift of ChromeOS to the Android kernel on the horizon, there's been a ton of speculation about what the future of our favorite operating system will actually look like. Will it feel the same? Will it be a true fusion of the two platforms? Will ChromeOS … [Read more...] about Google is testing ‘Android Desktop’ on Chromebooks, and I’m not sure what to think
ChromeOS 140 is rolling out now, but sadly, Gemini in Chrome isn’t along for the ride
The latest milestone update for ChromeOS is now beginning its journey to the stable channel. If you head to your settings, you should be able to pull down the update for ChromeOS 140 right now. But before you get too excited about a flood of new features, I'd suggest tempering your expectations a … [Read more...] about ChromeOS 140 is rolling out now, but sadly, Gemini in Chrome isn’t along for the ride
