Google Says Chromebook Updates End In 2034, 'Many' Models Move to Googlebook OS
Google says ChromeOS will keep receiving regular updates and security patches through mid-2034, after which qualifying newer Chromebooks will be able to migrate to the new Googlebook OS. 9to5Google reports: Starting with Chromebook updates, Google says that "Chromebooks you have today will continue to receive updates through their supported lifetime," with all Enterprise and Education management…
Google has announced that its ChromeOS will continue to receive regular updates and security patches until mid-2034. Following this, qualifying newer Chromebooks will be able to migrate to the new Googlebook OS. Starting with Chromebook updates, Google assures that devices today will continue to receive updates through their supported lifetime, and all Enterprise and Education management capabilities will remain in place.
Google adds that similar management tools will be coming to Googlebook in the second half of 2027, though they are not yet available. Many existing Chromebook models will be eligible to transition to Googlebook OS, though more details are expected soon. Google specifically refers to newer commercial Chromebook models. A ChromeOS update will cease by 2034.
Devices with a 10-year update policy extending past 2034 will also be eligible to move to Googlebook OS. Google remains committed to web developers, despite placing more emphasis on Android apps on Googlebooks.
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