During The Android Show earlier today, Google revealed its “Googlebook” project that will replace Chromebooks, but with so much mystery around what’s to come, there are a lot of questions, but only a few answers. Here are a few additional details.
The biggest question around “Googlebook” and the replacement of ChromeOS is, “what happens to Chromebooks?” In a statement to 9to5Google, Google confirms that Chromebooks will continue to be updated throughout their lifespans, while some machines will be eligible to move to the experience found on Googlebooks.
Chromebooks have become an invaluable tool for educational institutions, businesses, and consumers throughout the globe, bringing powerful features, security, and simple-to-use management tools for commercial users. We absolutely intend to continue investing in those experiences and supporting those users. And of course, all Chromebooks will continue to receive support through their device’s existing date commitment, and many Chromebooks will be eligible to transition to the new experience. We’ll share more details closer to launch.
It’s unclear which models in particular will be supported, but Google says that “many” will be eligible.
