Someone got Googlebook OS running on a Chromebook, and it’s surprisingly smooth
An experimental install suggests existing Chromebooks may handle Google's new OS just fine.
A Reddit user has successfully installed Googlebook OS on an ASUS Chromebook Plus, marking one of the first instances of Google's new operating system running on existing Chromebook hardware, according to <source 06a19335-75b>. The experimental setup appears to run smoothly and swiftly, sometimes outpacing ChromeOS, although certain functionalities like Wi-Fi, audio, and Pixel integration are currently not functional on this setup.
Google has signaled that future Chromebooks will likely support Googlebook OS, yet they have not disclosed a public rollout schedule. While Googlebook OS is still in its infancy, tech enthusiasts are already questioning the necessity of purchasing a new Googlebook to utilize it. Google has confirmed that many newer Chromebooks will be able to transition from ChromeOS to Googlebook OS, but has not specified which consumer models will be eligible or when these upgrades will take place.
Undeterred by this, a Redditor opted for a proactive approach, successfully running Googlebook OS on an ASUS Chromebook Plus, resulting in an unexpectedly impressive experience.
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