A new operating system is coming that will combine Android and Chrome OS

Google's ambitious project that could completely change the way we use laptops and tablets has been rumored for a long time. Their new product, Aluminum OS, is finally set to see the light of day this year, but not in the form we'd expect. It's a strategic merger of the best features of Android and Chrome OS into a single, lightweight, and incredibly fast platform.

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Google has been developing Aluminum OS for several years, which is supposed to act as a bridge between mobile and desktop devices. According to the latest information, the release is planned in phases; the first version will be aimed primarily at Chromebook-type laptops with a screen diagonal of around 35.56 cm (14 inches). The main advantage of the new system is its optimization for ARM processors, which means that devices will be thinner than 1.27 cm (0.5 inches) and will offer all-day battery life without overheating.

Google's Aluminum OS is based on a new architecture that allows Android apps to run smoothly in a multi-window desktop environment. This is key to productivity on screens up to 40.64 cm (16 inches), where the previous mobile app experience often lagged. The system will also include deep integration with Gemini AI, which will help users write text and edit files directly in the explorer. Experts estimate that new devices with this system will cost between €450 and €700, which puts them in a very competitive class.

However, Google emphasizes that Aluminum OS will not be immediately available for all existing devices this year. Initially, it will only be available on new, purpose-built laptops and tablets that measure about 25.4 cm (10 inches) wide. For users, this means a more stable experience, as the hardware and software will be closely aligned. While it may seem like just a rebranding of existing systems, with Aluminum OS, Google is laying the foundation for the next decade of computing, where the boundaries between phone and computer will disappear completely.