Google’s official Googlebook demo looks a lot like Mac wearing a Chrome hoodie

Google has released a demo of its upcoming Googlebook OS, which bears a striking resemblance to the interface of a Mac computer. The video, shared by a Google representative, showcases a range of gestures that are reminiscent of those found in macOS, such as the three-finger upward swipe for accessing an overview of open tasks. This gesture is accompanied by a square-shaped key, akin to the multitasking navigation button in Android, which also brings up the interface.

The Googlebook OS seamlessly integrates multiple desktops, similar to macOS, and features a full-screen mode that hides the taskbar. The operating system draws visual inspiration from ChromeOS, but it utilizes Android as its foundation. Google has already highlighted several exciting features of the Googlebook OS, including the Magic Pointer, Rambler for efficient typing, and a Gemini-first approach that allows users to customize the software to their liking.

During a limited test of the Googlebook OS, the interface was found to be reminiscent of both macOS and Windows. One of the key gestures, using three or four fingers to flick upwards, brings up a comprehensive view of active applications. This is similar to the three-finger swipe gesture in macOS. Additionally, pressing the square-shaped key, which functions like Android's multitasking navigation button, provides quick access to the interface.

The Googlebook OS supports both Android-optimized apps and web-based interfaces as web apps. As the Googlebook OS prepares to be widely available next month, Google has expressed a desire to share more details about the interface with the public.