Google revamps Chrome OS with Android integration, delaying full release until 2028

Google's Chrome OS will be significantly revamped and integrated with Android. This overhaul aims to enhance Chromebook usability, potentially transforming them into true PCs. The new integrated OS, codenamed "Aluminum," was initially hinted at for a 2026 release. However, leaked court documents suggest internal testing might occur in 2026, with a formal release potentially delayed until 2028. Current Chromebooks receive 10-year OS update support, but leaks indicate Chrome OS might end by 2034, potentially limiting updates for newly purchased devices. The "Aluminum" OS is expected to retain a Chrome browser-based interface.