Google's new 'Aluminium OS' project brings Android to PC
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- #Operating System
- #PC
- Google is developing 'Aluminium OS', a new operating system merging ChromeOS and Android for PCs.
- The project aims to unify Google's desktop and mobile platforms to better compete with Windows and macOS.
- Aluminium OS will leverage AI, with deep integration of Google's Gemini AI models.
- The OS will target various form factors including laptops, detachables, tablets, and mini-PCs.
- Google plans to transition from ChromeOS to Aluminium OS, with legacy support for existing Chromebooks.
- The new OS is expected to launch in 2026, possibly based on Android 17.
- The future of the ChromeOS brand remains uncertain, with possible retention or rebranding.