Google is preparing to re-enter the laptop market with a new device line called Googlebook. The company plans to announce the product in May 2026. This move marks a significant shift for the tech giant as it moves away from its previous ChromeOS-based hardware strategy.
Major PC makers join forces for new Android laptop line launching this fall
The Googlebook will run on the Android operating system. Major PC manufacturers have agreed to partner with Google for this initiative. Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo are all confirmed partners in the project. These companies will likely produce the initial devices under the Googlebook brand.
The first Googlebook devices are expected to launch in late September 2026. The devices will reportedly feature a new hardware component called the Glowbar. The system will also support the casting of smartphone apps to the laptop screen. Google has not yet confirmed whether this casting feature will be exclusive to Pixel devices or available for all Android phones.
Specific hardware specifications for the Googlebook remain unknown at this time. The pricing for the new laptops has not been disclosed by Google or its partners. The launch window is set for the fall of 2026, with availability starting in late September.
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