Google to End ChromeOS Updates in Mid-2034, Introduces Googlebook OS
Google will stop ChromeOS updates in mid-2034. Many newer Chromebooks can switch to Googlebook OS, built on Android's tech stack, but Google hasn't yet specified which models are eligible or the timing.
Key Takeaways:
- ChromeOS Support: Devices will continue to receive updates and security patches until mid-2034.
- Googlebook OS Migration: Newer Chromebooks will have a direct migration path to Googlebook OS.
- Eligible Models: Google hasn't disclosed which commercial Chromebook models will qualify for the upgrade.
- Fleet Management: Support for domain enrollment and central fleet management will be available for Googlebooks in late 2027.
- Licensing: Googlebooks and updated Chromebooks will use a new licensing structure.
In the works:
- Googlebooks for consumers are coming, with pre-orders opening on September 21st, at prices starting at $899, with shipping beginning on October 4th.
- Chromebooks are widely used in schools, where Google's products play a significant role in education.
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