Google intends to unify its mobile operating system, Android, with ChromeOS, which operates on its Chromebook laptops. Sameer Samat indicated this integration aligns with current usage trends of laptops, representing a shift in strategy. Previously rumored plans suggested that ChromeOS would be developed using substantial portions of Android's architecture, enabling Chromebooks to run numerous Android apps effectively. New Android features, such as a desktop mode and enhanced support for external displays, aim to enhance user experience, particularly against iPadOS. This merger has been considered for years but might take additional time to implement fully.
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.
In November 2024 Android Authority reported that Google is "migrating ChromeOS over to Android," with the aim of competing with the iPad.
Google bringing its two operating systems under one roof makes a lot of sense on paper, allowing it to speed up feature development and work on improving functionality on tablets, where both its current OSes lag behind Apple's iPadOS.
This is a change that's been a long time coming, but that means it might be a long time still.
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