#chromeos

#chromeos

The documents suggest that Google will wash its hands of ChromeOS once the current support window closes. Google promises 10 years of Chromebook support, but that's not counted from the date of purchase-Chromebooks are based on a handful of hardware platforms dictated by Google, with the most recent launching in 2023. That means Google has to support the newest devices through 2033. The "timeline to phase out ChromeOS is 2034," says the filing.

Last summer, Google announced that Android 16 would include a desktop interface built from Samsung DeX, a mirroring and phone integration tool for PC. Thanks to a (now permissions-restricted) discovered on Google's Issue Tracker, we have what is almost certainly a first look at the Android-on-desktop project, codenamed Aluminium OS. First spotted by , the bug report was about Chrome incognito tabs and included two screen recordings.

Chrome leads the market today, but Google is still under pressure to defend that position as the browser landscape shifts. New AI-focused browsers like Comet are raising the stakes for what users expect from a browser. Google responded to the competition with Gemini in Chrome. Launched in September 2025, it first rolled out for Android, Mac, and Windows users. Combining Chrome's superiority and Gemini's advanced intelligence, Google offered Chrome users a different kind of AI browser.

The Steam for Chromebook Beta program will conclude on January 1st, 2026. After this date, games installed as part of the Beta will no longer be available to play on your device.

Support for Windows 11 SE-including software updates, technical assistance, and security fixes-will end in October 2026. While your device will continue to work, we recommend transitioning to a device that supports another edition of Windows 11 to ensure continued support and security.

The new version of ChromeOS includes desk sync, which allows users to sync their windows, tabs, and cookies across multiple devices. This feature is designed for those who frequently switch between Chromebooks and is particularly beneficial for professionals in healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing who may share devices.

Samat, who's responsible for Android's implementation across mobile, wearables, XR, TV, and auto, added that he's "interested in how people are using their laptops these days," suggesting he may be adding a new string to his bow.