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Googlebook pre-orders finally have a date: Here's when you can buy one

Google will open pre-orders for its new line of premium Googlebook laptops on September 21 at 9 a.m. ET, featuring hardware from partners including Acer, ASUS, and Dell.

Key Points

  • Pre-orders for the new Googlebook laptop category officially begin on September 21 at 9 a.m. ET.
  • Launch partners for the hardware include major manufacturers Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo.
  • The devices run on a new Android-based technology stack rather than the traditional ChromeOS platform.
  • Integrated AI features include Magic Pointer for direct Gemini access and custom AI-generated widgets.
  • Googlebooks offer deep integration with Android phones, allowing users to access mobile apps and files directly from the laptop.

Why it Matters

These devices represent a significant strategic shift for Google as it moves away from ChromeOS toward an Android-based ecosystem for premium computing. The success of this launch will determine if Google can effectively compete in the crowded laptop market by leveraging its proprietary AI and mobile software integration.
Android Central Published by sanujb6@gmail.com (Sanuj Bhatia) , Sanuj Bhatia
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