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The Old Laptop in Your Drawer Might Be Getting a Second Life With ChromeOS Flex

Instead of throwing away your old laptop, Google will turn it into a Chromebook.
TechSpot

Google is working on Android-based "Aluminium OS" to replace ChromeOS on laptops

The big picture: Google is reportedly developing a new Android-based operating system for traditional PCs. Codenamed "Aluminium," the OS is expected to replace ChromeOS, Google's cloud-focused laptop ...
Android Police

I'm caught up in the hype about Android laptops, but I have plenty of concerns

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...
Android Authority

Google and Back Market partner to help breathe new life into your old laptop

ChromeOS Flex offers a convenient way to get a modern OS running on an older laptop or desktop computer. In order to reduce the impact of e-waste, Back Market and Google are partnering to improve ...
Android Authority

Google talks Aluminium OS: Release plans, continuity, AI, and what happens to Chrome OS

Google’s Android Ecosystem President, Sameer Samat, tells us that Aluminium OS is still on track for a 2026 debut. Samat believes AI is driving renewed interest in laptops, making them better suited ...
BGR

Google's Aluminium OS Will Power Android-Based MacBook Pro Rivals

ChromeOS has been a very successful platform for Google, helping it secure a foothold in the laptop industry without competing at the premium end of the spectrum. Google positioned ChromeOS devices as ...